I Think.... Therefore, I Am

Having a positive affirmation in mind when you wake up in the morning, or just before you start your yoga practice helps to enhance your physical, mental and emotional health. It is similar to Japa practice (the practice of constantly repeating a mantra). A yogic affirmation need not be a spiritual one, and it can help you create a noble and purposeful approach to your day and to your life.


Here's one of my favourite, go-to yogic affirmations.

What's yours?
xx

Learning to Dance In The Rain

It's the merry month of May, and with it, came a mixed bag of sorts.


While my open soul feels rejuvenated and re-energised from being reunited with my Guru whom I hold the highest of respect for, I somehow lack the words to articulate those beautiful, yogic experiences on and off the mat. The inspirational chats we had [and this from a man of few but deeply insightful words], straightened out my perspectives, cast aside my storm clouds and brought my passion for teaching yoga to renewed heights. My Dharma could not be any clearer. 


And then right out of those two precious Sadhana-like weeks, there came a lot of emotional turbulence in the country's political front, and although I refused to participate actively in anything that wouldn't contribute positively to my tapas, I couldn't help but be deeply saddened by what my country has become.


The past couple of days brought about some events that threatened to uproot and spin me in any crazy direction known to mankind, but I fought tooth and nail to remain as unfazed and grounded as a work-in-progress-yogi can.


I cling onto the energy from my precious two week Sadhana, refusing to be swept up by the tempest brewing around me. Instead, I navigate through it, trying to hop, skip and jump through all the puddles because life isn't about waiting for that storm to pass... it's about learning to dance in the rain.

And as it starts to rain heavily in the lil' corner of my world this evening, I step onto my mat... my refuge... 

Me and Shadow Play

But between you and me, I'd really rather be doing this...

I'd rather Live, Love, Laugh and Be Free

May Your Rain Dance Be Joyful.

xx

The Power of Union

"When the right intention is set, the Universe answers and everything will come together. And if it doesn't happen at that particular moment, it's simply because that moment isn't yet right.... but it WILL happen eventually, when that intention comes from a place of honesty" - R's Facebook status.


Something that we set about talking two years ago, in the living room of a small, semi-dilapidated cottage during the torrential downpour of the Indian monsoon, is slowly coming to light. And just as "Yoga" is defined as "Union", this collaboration of minds, bodies and hearts will create something greater and stronger as we harness the Power of Union. 


The purpose of a union is to create something greater than we can create alone. Not because there is any deficiency or incompleteness in us, but because each of us is unique, with our own talents and abilities, and in union, we increase the efforts and talents available for creating something more meaningful and impactful together. All unions, whether romantic, creative, or based on professional grounds, can be powerful relationships for personal growth.

Being in a union is like looking into a mirror, reflecting back the parts we love and dislike about ourselves. If we have the courage to recognize our reflections in each other, the union will then offer us the acceptance of who we are, and an opportunity for personal transformation. A union that works requires effort, patience, nurturing and the willingness to adapt, adjust and accommodate. Life is a collaborative effort. Together we are stronger because our personal power is multiplied by two.

We expect lots of exciting days ahead, as this union takes shape, and we look forward to making positive changes in the world, one yoga mat at a time.

The Power of Union

Here's wishing you a beautiful life.


Love, Peace and Light (multiplied by two).