March 2012
25 posts
“The practice of concentration on a single subject (or the use of
one technique) is the best way to prevent obstacles and their
accompaniments.” —Patanjali (Yoga Sutras)
one technique) is the best way to prevent obstacles and their
accompaniments.” —Patanjali (Yoga Sutras)
“Undisturbed calmness of mind is attained by cultivating friendliness toward the happy, compassion for the unhappy, delight in the virtuous, and indifference toward the wicked.”
— Patanjali
“For those who have an intense urge for Spirit and wisdom, it sits
near them, waiting.” —― Patanjali
near them, waiting.” —― Patanjali
प्राणायाम
Pranayama, the Sanskrit word meaning “extension of the prana or breath” or more accurately, “extension of the life force.”
Prāna - life force, or vital energy, particularly, the breath,
āyāma - to extend, draw out, restrain, or control.
Suggestions?
I’m having a blast curating this tumblr. Thank you everyone who comes and reads and practices. I’m open to suggestions for poses, styles, or quotes.
Thank you and namaste!
“When you are inspired by some great purpose, some extraordinary project, all your thoughts break their bonds: Your mind transcends limitations, your consciousness expands in every direction, and you find yourself in a new, great and wonderful world. Dormant forces, faculties and talents become alive, and you discover yourself to be a greater person by far than you ever dreamed yourself to be.”
—Patanjali
“Yoga is ninety nine percent practice and one percent theory.”
—Sri Krishna Pattabhi Jois
5 Minute Bliss
Find time to meditate today. Just take five minutes of breath and silence.
If your mind wanders, practice an Om, or just pay attention to the inhale and exhale of your breath. Always treat yourself and your thoughts with Ahimsa (loving kindness).
