Happy International Yoga 🧘♀️
@taramitrayoga tells us a little more about the brief history of yoga 🌿
Yoga is a profound discovery, and a timeless gift that has been passed down through generations. It predates us, began at the start of the universe, and will continue long after we are gone.
While modern perceptions of yoga often revolve around physical postures, historically, the essence of yoga was rooted in the mind and our connection to nature. The physical practices were merely tools to prepare for the other 97% of the practice, which included Pranayama, chanting, and meditation.
In the systematic process of meditation, you embark on a journey inward, traversing all the levels of your being. With each step, you gain mastery, until you finally reach your true nature, which transcends all those levels. This journey and the realization of your center of consciousness is the essence of Yoga.
How are you celebrating yoga in your life?
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