A scientist sets out to conquer nature through knowledge- external nature, external knowledge. By these means he may split the atom and achieve external power, a yogi sets out to explore his own internal nature, to penetrate the atom (atma) of being. He does not gain dominion over wide lands and restless seas, but over his own recalcitrant flesh and febrile mind. This is the power of compassionate truth. The presence of truth can make us feel naked, but compassion takes all our shame away. It is this inner quest for growth and evolution, or “involution,” that is the profound and transformational yogic journey that awaits the seeker after Truth. We begin this involution with what is most tangible, our physical body, and the yogasana practice helps us to understand and learn how to play this magnificent instrument that each of us has been given. (BKS IYENGAR) This week’s adventure is to explore the Yogic yama of Satya, truthfulness. Notice with compassion the places in your life where it is easy or difficult to be honest, both with your self and with others. It is human nature to sometimes stretch or fabricate the truth for various reasons. Perhaps you don’t want to hurt someone’s feelings. Maybe you want to “protect” yourself, or want to appear “better” or more creative or knowledgeable than you appear in any given moment. Sometimes we are afraid that if we are honest with ourselves it will create chaos in our lives. Sometimes our “fibs” are senseless and spontaneous. Sometimes we spin an intricate web based on dishonesty that changes the entire course of our lives. This week’s adventure calls us to be both fearless and compassionate in our exploration. If an opportunity arises to restore Satya through making amends with someone you’ve lied to, step out on a limb and do it.
Posted on: Mon, 22 Jul 2013 13:54:55 +0000
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