Prana is said to be responsible for all those essential, automatic functions that keep us alive and well: our heartbeat, our breath, blood pressure, digestion, and more. According to yogic philosophy, it's this subtle energy that orchestrates these vital processes.

We all have natural tendencies, preferences, and patterns – it's simply human nature. These tendencies, often called samskaras in yoga philosophy, can become ingrained habits over time. However, when it comes to our yoga practice, these ingrained patterns can sometimes lead us to unintentionally reinforce existing imbalances.

Thanks to my teacher, @svasthayoga, I've been deeply reflecting on the concept of Samskaras – Sanskrit for patterns or habits. These deeply ingrained patterns can lead us towards either greater ease or increased suffering. They influence every aspect of our lives, from our sense of humor and ability to focus to our susceptibility to depression and our consistency in practicing yoga.