yoga – an attempt to define the undefinable

Defining Yoga: A Personal Perspective

As yoga continues to gain popularity, it becomes more important for practitioners to have a personal definition of what yoga means to them.

In this way, they can have a clearer understanding of why they practice and what they hope to gain from it.

Yoga as a State of Being

While yoga is often thought of as a physical practice, the word yoga originally described a state of being. This state of being is one where an individual experiences a balance that is aware of its fluctuating waves.

Practicing yoga is a means to achieve this balance, but it is important to recognize that this balance is not a static perfection.

The Importance of Knowing Why We Practice

In order to have a personal definition of yoga, it is important to understand why we practice. Many practitioners may say that they practice for balance and health, but what does that really mean? Defining these terms for ourselves can give us a better sense of our goals and help us to measure our progress.

Implementing Yoga: Fundamental Attitudes and Techniques

Having a personal definition of yoga is just the first step. The next step is to implement this definition into our daily lives.

There are various techniques that can help us to achieve this, including hatha and raja yoga.

Fundamental Attitudes

The fundamental attitudes that underlie a yoga practice are focused and disciplined intention, self-study, and devotion.

Practicing these attitudes can help us to stay committed to our practice and to approach it with the right mindset.

Techniques

Techniques such as asana, pranayama, study, meditation, and mindful eating can all be used to implement our yoga practice into our daily lives. These techniques can be tailored to fit our individual needs and goals.

Personalizing the Practice

One of the benefits of having a personal definition of yoga is that it allows us to personalize our practice.

Just as there are many different vegetables in a garden, there are many different aspects of yoga that we can emphasize and breathe life into. By tuning into our intuition and accepting our individuality, we can connect with our inner teacher and know when to focus on different aspects of the practice.

Personal Yoga Journeys

Each individual’s yoga journey is unique, and it may begin with different aspects of the practice. For some, it may begin with meditation, while for others, it may begin with mindful eating.

It is important to recognize that there is no one right way to practice yoga and that we should be open to exploring different aspects of the practice.

Being of Service

Being of service with gratitude is also an important aspect of a yoga practice. By helping others and showing gratitude for what we have, we can cultivate a sense of connection and compassion.

In conclusion,

Having a personal definition of yoga is essential for practitioners who want to deepen their practice and gain a clearer understanding of why they practice.

By implementing fundamental attitudes and techniques and by personalizing the practice, we can cultivate a sense of balance, connection, and compassion in our daily lives.

“May we be blessed with the courage to keep up and the wisdom to let go.” – Sylvie Gouin.

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