Yoga...
"The pose begins when you want to leave it."
Origins
Many people in the West mistakenly believe yoga to be a religion, but its teachers point out that it is a system of living designed to promote health, peace of mind, and deeper awareness of ourselves.
Yoga was developed in ancient India as far back as 5,000 years ago. Yoga is derived from a Sanskrit word meaning "to yoke" or "union." The goal of classical yoga is to bring self-transcendence, or enlightenment (union) through physical, mental and spiritual practices.
Yoga was developed in ancient India as far back as 5,000 years ago. Yoga is derived from a Sanskrit word meaning "to yoke" or "union." The goal of classical yoga is to bring self-transcendence, or enlightenment (union) through physical, mental and spiritual practices.
"The Four Agreements" was required reading in yoga teacher training. I share this with you because I have personally found these habits / intentions to be profoundly liberating. I encourage everyone to read it. Here is a short synopsis:
"In The Four Agreements, don Miguel Ruiz reveals the source of self-limiting agreements that rob people of joy and create needless suffering. Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, the Four Agreements offer a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform anyone’s life to a new experience of freedom, true happiness and love. These agreements are deceptively simple: Be impeccable with your word (speak with integrity; say only what you mean); Don’t take anything personally (nothing others do is because of you); Don’t make assumptions (find the courage to ask questions and express what you really want); Always do your best (and you will avoid self-judgment, self-abuse, and regret)."