Flexibility of the mind is defined as the ability to transition from thinking about one concept to another. Obviously the opposite of flexibility is rigidity. When our thoughts are rigid, we may have a hard time shifting our thoughts to accommodate in-coming changes. A rigid mind may reject the point of view or perspective of others around them. In both the Yoga Sutras & the Bhagavad Gita, a rigid mindset is referred to as Avidya. This translation of Avidya is ignorance or incorrect knowledge.
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In this HeartFelt Musing, I want to discuss the four yogic paths. Maybe you have heard your favourite teacher talk about yoga being a lifestyle- following one (or all four) of these pathways will guide you to this kind of life. There is usually one pathway that we are drawn to, but integrating all four will develop the mind, body and soul.
Read moreOur HeartFelt Fear
So why do we live in fear?? What is the purpose of it?? I am still figuring that out. All I can do is pay attention to those moments when fear shows up and trying to understand what it’s purpose is in that moment. If I keep working at this, maybe one day I will be able to get a “No Fear” bumper sticker for my car!
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Just as I have done in previous posts, I look to the beautiful translation provided by Nischala Joy Devi, in her book The Secret Power of Yoga. “Sacred study of the Divine through scripture, nature, and introspection (Svadhyaya) guides us to the Supreme Self” She goes on to say that this study is fine tuning our mental and intuitive aspects and through this we harmonize with the inspirations that they have to offer.
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