Yoga as realisation. The Bandhas. Yoga: Mastering the Secrets of Matter and the Universe - Alain Danielou, Alain Daniélou. Sites to Curate (Yoga) Viveka and the Sword of Knowledge. Kundalini. Bella Prana Yoga and Meditation - Home. Advaita Space - Practice of seeing God everywhere at all times. Mind is by nature restless.
Agitation, confusion, worry, anxiety naturally happen in it. So it is very difficult to control or pacify the mind. The same idea is expressed in the words of Arjuna in the Gita: “For Krsna, the mind is very unsteady, turbulent, tenacious and powerful; therefore, I consider it as difficult to control as the wind. When the question arises as how to gradually pacify the mind and rise above it or to free oneself from its clutches one of the best sadhana is to see God everywhere, in all beings constantly. Shankaracharya writes in his monumental work Aparokshanubhuti: Advaitin : Message: "seeing" Atman everywhere. [Advaita-l] Is the concept of maya essential to explain advaita? Why don't I see Brahman? - A Discussion. Why don't I see Brahman?
- A Discussion [I am grateful to all the friends who took part and created an opportunity for this discussion -- ramesam.] J: Everywhere and everything is Brahman. Why don't I see Brahman or Consciousness then? Ramesam (R): The eye cannot see itself. Expressing differently, though not in very exact terms, i) If I have to see something, that 'thing' has to be separate from 'me'. Ii) If Consciousness sees Itself, what appears to Itself is the world !!! [A doubt may come up as to who is it that is asking or telling? H: So, I'm trying to understand how the above relates to self realization. What was that great vastness, like the bottom dropping out and everything opening up, that happened during the deconstructing exercise? Ok, I just had a thought, what I was seeing, was something separate from me, still the witness operating, but not myself as THAT.
Light. Sri Yogananda and the 16h Karmapa have both stated most strongly, one of the worst actions a human can do is hunt wild animals.
There is no gain in killing an innocent animal for the sake of blood sport, yet often the richest people and the most powerful among us, in all countries, indulge in blood sports. Those who do not need to kill for food or for any other reason than for taking life are attracting to themselves very bad karma in future. Although it was a crucial part of humans’ survival 100,000 years ago, hunting is now nothing more than a violent form of recreation that the vast majority of hunters do not need for subsistence.(1) Hunting has contributed to the extinction of animal species all over the world, including the Tasmanian tiger and the great auk.(2,3) The Tale Of The Wise Deer – Buddhist Like all deer he lived simply and according to his dharma.
The deer became aware of the silence behind him. Tears welled up in the deer’s large soft eyes, “Oh Your Majesty,” he said,
Yoga - 3HO Foundation - Kundalini Yoga Classes. Nathanji - Kashmir Shaivsim Yoga. Advaita Philosophy. Kriya. Pranayama. How to Start Doing Yoga. Deciding that you want to start doing yoga is the first step.
It’s easy to get stuck here though. Don’t be intimidated! Here is the information you will need to take that next step and start enjoying the pleasures and benefits of yoga. 1. Pick a Yoga Type A little research will be required on your part. Take a few minutes to read my overview of yoga styles . 2. These resources will help you find a yoga class in your area. You can also check local alternative newspapers or wellness magazines for listings or do a search on the Internet for “yoga” and “your town.” Pick a studio that is convenient to your home or work so getting to class will be easy. 3. On the first day, you will not need to bring much except yourself and some comfortable, breathable clothing. 4.
In a typical yoga class, the students place their mats facing the front of the room (often identifiable by a small altar or by the teacher’s mat) in a loose grid. Congratulate yourself! 5. 6. DON'T wear shoes or socks during class.