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017. The eternal, peaceful you. My Daily Thread
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- Self-Improvement
In our previous episode, we discussed the importance of focus, posture, and breathing in yoga practice. To apply these principles to your daily life, we recommend the practical and insightful Anxious to Awesome e-book, which is available for download on our website. This resource is particularly beneficial for managing anxiety, offering valuable techniques you can use today.
As we delve deeper into the Yoga Sutras, we encounter the transformative concept of 'tada,' a significant milestone in our journey toward self-discovery. This realization ignites a spark within us, propelling us towards a deeper understanding and introspection.
To further elucidate the teachings of the Yoga Sutras, I reference Satchidananda's insightful commentary, available on Amazon. (This is an affiliate link; your support helps sustain the Podcast, and you get a great Yoga Sutras book.)
An illuminating analogy explored in our discussion is that of the dirty mirror, symbolizing the fluctuations of the mind, known as "citta-vritti." As we strive for clarity and self-awareness, we gradually cleanse the mirror, transcending these fluctuations to gain a clearer perception of ourselves.
However, it's essential to recognize that even the mirror represents "citta vritti" and must eventually be relinquished to perceive our authentic selves truly. Through continued practice and introspection, we journey towards the profound realization of our true nature.
In our previous episode, we discussed the importance of focus, posture, and breathing in yoga practice. To apply these principles to your daily life, we recommend the practical and insightful Anxious to Awesome e-book, which is available for download on our website. This resource is particularly beneficial for managing anxiety, offering valuable techniques you can use today.
As we delve deeper into the Yoga Sutras, we encounter the transformative concept of 'tada,' a significant milestone in our journey toward self-discovery. This realization ignites a spark within us, propelling us towards a deeper understanding and introspection.
To further elucidate the teachings of the Yoga Sutras, I reference Satchidananda's insightful commentary, available on Amazon. (This is an affiliate link; your support helps sustain the Podcast, and you get a great Yoga Sutras book.)
An illuminating analogy explored in our discussion is that of the dirty mirror, symbolizing the fluctuations of the mind, known as "citta-vritti." As we strive for clarity and self-awareness, we gradually cleanse the mirror, transcending these fluctuations to gain a clearer perception of ourselves.
However, it's essential to recognize that even the mirror represents "citta vritti" and must eventually be relinquished to perceive our authentic selves truly. Through continued practice and introspection, we journey towards the profound realization of our true nature.
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