Yoga is more than physical postures. The way we interact with the world is part of our practice. Do you we mean what we say and say what we mean? How close does our communication come to the truth? How often are we tested with our own truthfulness? Being honest in speech and actions is …
Being kind to others helps to ease our own consciousness. It takes less effort to create a smile on our faces than it does a frown. Take the the initiative to chose kindness even when it may feel tempting to act otherwise especially if you are tired or agitated. The first external vow or “yama” …
Valentine’s Day often brings the idea of hearts and love into the consciousness. How do we access our hearts from yoga? During your day take your hands over your chest and heart and feel the movements of the rib cage as you exhale and inhale. Become aware of your heart beating and the vibrations from …
Practice yoga from the heart not the brain. Surrender all mental energy to the heart. To go beyond the mind the heart must be penetrated. This place is worth seeking out and yearning for as it goes beyond the realm of pleasure and pain. Yoga can guide the way to the heart.