I say it all the time whilst teaching yoga and leading meditations. Release the past, release plans for the future, breathe and focus on the present moment. The here and now. There are a slew of books I haven't read about this: The Power of Now, Be Here Now, Living Your Yoga, The Power of Intention. Maybe I'll read them someday. But in the meantime how do I balance being here with my myriad goals and dreams? How do I stay in the moment if I am the product of every moment that has passed?
The answer is in the breath. Every time I get caught up in stress about the past which is unchangable or the future which is unknown, I focus on my every inhale and exhale. Relax and realize that just like Bob Marley said, every little thing's gonna be alright. Try my hardest to appreciate every breath, however deep or shallow. I know it's easier said than done but as with everything, practice makes it a habit.
Yoga practice and the intense focus on pranayama (breathing) carries over into the rest of life. It is life, once you reach a certain level of commitment. Conscious breathing as a lifestyle will result in fleeting feelings of elation, calm, contentment, sadness, curiosity, wonder. Ask your doctor if breathing with awareness is right for you.
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Wednesday, June 30
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