Understanding Who You Are - by Milou Mbalo

COURSE

Understanding Who You Are

With Milou Mbalo

This 5-day course offers a deep dive into the yogic path of self-discovery, guiding you towards a clearer understanding of who you truly are beneath the layers of identity, roles and expectations. Through ancient teachings and modern practices, you'll explore the connection between mind, body and spirit, uncovering your true essence. Each day brings you closer to self-awareness, empowering you to live more authentically and in alignment with your deepest truth. Perfect for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of self through the wisdom of yoga.

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Meet your Teacher

Milou Mbalo
Cape Town, South Africa

Milou is a Yoga Teacher, Holistic Health Coach and Retreat Leader with a deep commitment to yogic philosophy and the practice beyond the mat. She guides her clients and retreat participants in connecting with their true selves, both on and off the mat and helps them navigate the journey of self-awareness, emotional well-being and holistic health. Milou believes that true well-being comes from embracing our inner truth and her work aims to create tools and empowering spaces for that exploration.

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5 Days

110 students

5.0 stars

18 min / day

Awakening

English

Lesson 1

The Layers Of You - Understanding The Koshas

Today we begin the course by exploring the yogic view of the self. Not as the body, mind or emotions, but as something far deeper. We’ll look at the five Koshas, or layers of being, to help you see how your identity has been shaped and where your true self resides. Through teaching and journaling, you’ll start peeling back the layers to reconnect with what’s unchanging within you.

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Lesson 2

The Observer Within - Discovering The "Witness"

Today we explore Sakshi Bhava, the quiet, unchanging witness within. This is the aspect of consciousness that watches thoughts, emotions and sensations arise and pass, without grasping or pushing away. Unlike the thinking mind or even the higher intellect, the witness remains steady, aware and untouched. By recognising this space of observation, you begin to step out of automatic reactions and into a deeper stillness that allows you to respond to life with clarity. Through this lens, you’re not your thoughts, you are the one who sees them.

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Lesson 3

Beyond Roles & Labels - Understanding The Ego

This chapter explores how identity is shaped by roles, ego and unconscious patterns. It shows how we often mistake our labels for who we truly are, forgetting the presence beneath them. It introduces Ahamkara, the ego, that personalises experience and outlines the four aspects of the mind in yogic psychology — Manas, Ahamkara, Chitta and Buddhi — revealing how each one colours perception. The chapter invites you to step back from reactivity and ego-based identity and instead rest in awareness, letting Buddhi, the discerning intelligence, take the lead.

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Lesson 4

The Inner Discernment, Viveka - Discerning Ego Self And Deeper Self

Today invites you to explore Viveka, the art of clear discernment between what’s fleeting and what’s lasting within you. Through mindful self-inquiry and observing your roles without attachment, you begin to see beyond the masks and connect with your deeper, unchanging self. This clarity offers a fresh way to navigate life with wisdom and gentleness.

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Lesson 5

Living From The Self - Not A Doing, But A Way Of Being

This is not an end, but a gentle return to awareness itself. Having explored the layers of self, discerned ego’s voice and met the witness within, today invites living from that steady presence in everyday life. It’s about choosing presence over performance and embodying quiet clarity in all you do.

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5.0 (5)

Recent Reviews

ilinca

August 30, 2025

Very wise course. I enjoyed it very much, and got several new ideas for my practice 🧘 Thank you! 🙏

Donna

June 11, 2025

I'll do it again

kelani

June 11, 2025

beautiful, helpful and inspiring! thank you!!!❤️

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