Forgiveness, resentment, bitterness go together. If we hold on to the pain in a way that makes us unable to forgive, we shackle our own hearts. Bitterness blocks us from the awe and wonder of our own lives. What if we were to Let It Be? Not let it go, but release the pain through forgiveness and see what the event is there to teach us.

Patanjali speaks of practice as a means to stilling the mind. Consistent practice is the key.

We continue the exploration of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali with the 4th and 5th mental modification; sleep and memory

Mental modifications as taught by Patanjali

February 17th marks the beginning of the Year of the Fire Horse. Let's get ready!!

Yoga sutra 1.5 states that there are five mental modifications

Sutra 1.3 teaches that when the mind is calm we dwell in our true nature; Sutra 1.4 shows us that when we identify with story (or objects) it gets murky

Yoga is the stilling of the patterns of consciousness so that we may cultivate an intimate relationship with the self.

Today's episode discusses the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali focusing on sutra 1.1

Enjoy this offering of a guided meditation to assist in accessing your inner Sloth for the continuation of the Winter season.