The yama satya is about truth or non-lying. We bring this to the mat by truthfulness in our feelings, thoughts, words and actions. In our life on and off the mat, this can be a challenge.
When we attempt a pose that our body is not yet ready for, possibly causing ourself physical injury (ahimsa), we are not being honest. Conversely, as we slowly work thru all the components to prepare our body (usually over time) to complete this same asana with strength and stability, this is satya. Go back to that ego that we discussed in the last post. You may see the connection between these two yamas in your practice. Learning to be honest with ourself throughout the practice about where our body is RIGHT NOW, is satya.
Plan to join our practice this monday evening, January 17, from 6:30-8pm In the sanctuary of the UU Church of Fresno on Alluvial in Clovis!
Katrice Kirschenmann Says:
January 16th, 2011 at 3:44 pmVisit Katrice Kirschenmann
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January 16th, 2011 at 4:11 pmVisit Jen
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