A book for people searching for themselves: The eightfold path of yoga is a time-tested way to free oneself from entrenched thought and behavior patterns and to unfold one's inner potential. The individual components are keys to better interactions with others, with the environment, and with oneself. In her new book, Su Busson explains the spiritual principles of yoga—such as non-violence, truthfulness, contentment, and self-discipline—in an understandable, practical, and contemporary manner, as well as the other elements of the yoga path: postures, control of life energy, withdrawal of the senses, concentration, meditation, and unity consciousness. Alongside traditional yogic approaches, modern Western methods and numerous exercise suggestions are incorporated into this book. Ultimately, it is always about what defines yoga.