Can the Sutras Make Space for Pleasure? (Sutra 1.15 Explained)

What happens when ancient yogic wisdom meets modern embodiment? 🤔One of my students recently asked how Sutra 1.15's focus on non-attachment aligns with Somatic Yoga's emphasis on pleasure and healing. This episode unpacks that question with heart, humor, and a whole lot of nuance. We'll explore: 🔹 Whether pleasure is a distraction—or a doorway to healing 🔹 What Patanjali really meant by non-attachment 🔹 How to reconcile classical teachings with modern self-care If you've ever wondered whether embracing joy is spiritual enough, this one's for you. 🎁 Get my FREE $67 Somatic Self Healing Workshop => https://www.brettlarkin.com/ffy?utm_medium=social&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=ffy 📖 Different translations mentioned: Edwin F Bryant: https://www.amazon.com/Yoga-Sutras-Pata%C3%B1jali-Translation-Commentary/dp/0865477361 Sri Swami Satchidananda: https://www.amazon.com/Yoga-Sutras-Patanjali-Swami-Satchidananda/dp/1938477073 Alan Finger: https://www.amazon.com/Tantra-Yoga-Sutras-Essential-Awareness/dp/1611806151 BKS Iyengar: https://www.amazon.com/Light-Yoga-Sutras-Patanjali-Iyengar/dp/1855382253 FREE Practice: Divine Feminine Yoga for Beginners | TANTRA AND SACRED SEXUALITY Relevant Blog: Understanding Divine Feminine Energy In Your Life Relevant to Today's Episode: 🐍 History of Yoga 📖 Yoga Life Book ✅ 200-hour Online Yoga Teacher Training 🌀 Somatic Yoga Life Coaching 💫 Somatic Certification 🎧 Also Listen to: #271 – What is Kriya Yoga? How Does it Work? #297 – What is Samkhya Philosophy and How is it Different from Yoga? #352 – Redefining Feminine Energy in Yoga & Ayurveda with Katie Silcox © 2025 Uplifted Yoga | BrettLarkin.com