1. Why do you
think yoga is so popular?
Originally
Yoga was introduced in this country as a complete science and
philosophy covering the whole spectrum, body, mind, emotions and
spirit. It has become popular because Yoga has become more body
fitness, body oriented, and the true reason for practicing yoga has
been forgotten. Hatha yoga was a way to prepare the body to sit
still, because ultimately union with the Center of Consciousness
(Self) is the goal, but it has become an end in itself. Yoga has
become synonymous with stress reduction/relaxation and this is ok,
but there is so much more. Until we understand the reason for our
stress, which is buried deep within, it will always be there. So we
can relax for a few minutes and with practice for a little longer. But
the tension always comes back. And the only reason to reduce
tension is to allow consciousness to go beyond the thoughts in the mind
to the Center
of peace. There is no peace when consciousness is centered in the
thoughts.
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Swami Rama's writings include numerous poems.
"Ode to the Sun" is one of his more beautiful poems.
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MEDITATION PRACTICE/DISCUSSION
We meet twice a month on Monday evenings at 7:30p.m. to
encourage and
inspire reading and understanding of the yoga philosophy and
the purpose of life, and to accomplish that purpose here and now.
If you are interested, please email hymcenter@aol.com or call
Rose at 317-363-7885
Rose is semi-retired and not
teaching Hatha or Meditation Classes, but does invite anyone interested
in learning the philosophy of yoga, and experiencing meditation to join
the study/discussion group above.
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Swami Veda Bharati - August 7, 2007
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