Normally, asana encompasses the entire practice of a yoga sadhak (practitioner), as it is one of the most visible and accessible aspects of yoga. However, in this graphic, we are presented with a different perspective: the iceberg. On the surface, we see only the asana – the visible part, much like the tip of the iceberg. But beneath the surface lies the much larger and deeper foundation of the practice: the mental, spiritual, and emotional cultivation that others often can’t see. This hidden aspect includes meditation, mindfulness, self-awareness, and other forms of inner growth that support and enhance the practice of asana.
Does this graphic resonate with your understanding of yoga? Do you feel that the unseen elements of your practice play as significant a role as the physical postures? How do you visualize the relationship between the visible and hidden aspects of yoga?
