Meditation, in the classical yoga–Vedānta tradition, is a journey toward freedom and clarity. Its purpose is to sever our bondage to sorrow, purify the inner instrument, and stabilize peace. This practice leads to the recognition of the Self and inner mastery of the mind and senses. The end goal is to harmonize life-energy and attention, safeguarding clarity and allowing for a natural abidance in Being. The six aims of meditation are a single arc of progress from agitation to
