In yoga, non-stealing isn’t only about money or possessions. It’s also about awareness.

Every day, we take things without noticing — the air we breathe, the warmth of another person’s attention, the energy of shared spaces, the quiet labor of others that supports our lives. None of this is wrong. But when it happens unconsciously, it can leave us feeling disconnected, rushed, or subtly dissatisfied.

The practice of asteya invites us to slow down and notice what we receive — and to meet it with appreciation rather than entitlement. When we recognize what we are given, something softens. Gratitude naturally replaces grasping, and our relationships begin to feel more balanced and respectful.

Today’s meditation is a quiet reflection on appreciation — for what we take, what we receive, and what supports us every day, often without our noticing.

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