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Yoga is stilling the fluctuations of the mind.
It may not be exactly what we associate with Yoga. Most of us know Yoga as stretching and creating flexibility in our bodies. Either in the community hall or a fancy Yoga studio. Most of us feel great, and perhaps a little achy, in our body afterwards. But there is also another side effect: We feel calmer. Our minds are quieter, we sleep better, perhaps experience less anxiety or anger.
Yoga is the settling of the mind into silence.
These quotes come from a yogic text. A classic called Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. A text on Yoga, on how to still the mind and the steps to enlightenment. It doesn’t talk about advanced Yoga poses or downward facing dogs. This is about the Yoga of the mind and spirit. And once we have that calm mind we can move into Yoga poses - if necessary.
In Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras one suggestion is to start with Dharana, or the concept of concentration.
That is binding of the mind to one place, object or idea.
When we concentrate on one thing all the other thoughts can be put aside for that moment.
A popular practice is to concentrate on the breath. We can add the sense of scent to create a ritual of transition into concentration and meditation.
Enjoy this practice at home, outdoors and even on public transport. Any time you need the switch of that busy mind.
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