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Whenever I’m having feelings of stress or anxiety, or anything really, the best thing for me is to get on my mat. Get out of my head and tune in. Of course those are the days I struggle to even look at my mat. But whatever it is I know if I do it, put in the work, if I shut up and breathe that I will feel better. Have you practiced today? #getonyourmat https://www.instagram.com/p/B1UXV26nccm/?igshid=uwe6dub3jso7
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The Niyamas- 2nd Limb
The second of the eight limbs is the niyamas, or spiritual observances. The niyamas are recommended practices for day-to-day living that contribute to balance within mind, body, and spirit.
There are 5 niyamas, which are as follows:
1. Saucha, or cleanliness/purification. Based on saucha, we are encouraged to remove impurities from both our external and internal environments. This means nourishing our bodies with pure, clean food and drink; maintaining the health of our bodies health through exercise and enough sleep; enlivening our spirits with healthy entertainment and relationships; and cleansing our minds and thoughts with a physical yoga practice (asana, the 3rd limb), breath control (pranayama, the 4th limb), and meditation (dhyana, the 7th limb).
2. Santosha, or contentment. Santosha reminds us to be content with the innumerable blessings in our lives, rather than to covet what someone else has. By focusing on our gifts rather than what we lack, we cultivate a strong inner contentment that keeps us buoyed through the emotional peaks and valleys of our daily experience. Practicing gratitude protects us from our own pettiness and smallness and keeps us centered in the joy and abundance of our own life.
3. Tapas ,(no small plate appetizers here!) or self-discipline to endure tasks or periods of life that are painful or undesirable. Tapas allows you to persist through something that you absolutely want nothing to do with – but you stick with it anyway because you know it may make your life better down the road. For example, you may want to leave in the middle of a challenging yoga class, but instead you remain on your mat and stick with it, knowing that the physical and mental endurance you are building will strengthen you for the rest of your life, little by little. Tapas reminds us that enduring discomfort now will only refine our inner capacity for strength in the long term. Tapas is our determined effort to become someone of character and strength.
4. Svadhyaya, or self-study/introspection. Svadhyaya entails being aware of who we are on the deepest level – including our weaknesses and flaws. We have to be willing to see the unpleasant truths about ourselves to be able to connect with who we really are. Acknowledging these truths can help us become more aware of our triggers and habitual thought patterns, so that we can take steps to change those patterns over time. (I’d like to emphasize the “over time” part – these changes certainly don’t happen overnight. Most of these changes take years and perhaps lifetimes of work. But, being aware of our weaknesses and their underlying causes is a huge step toward changing our behavior to healthier patterns.)
5. Ishwari pranidhana, or surrender, presupposes that there is a divine force at work in our lives. Specifically, Ishwari pranidhana involves the surrender of our labor to something greater than ourselves. This labor may include your job/career, child rearing, pursuit of a hobby or interest, care for a loved one, or your physical yoga practice (part of the reason why you are asked to set an intention for class, or to dedicate your practice to something higher- this is the practice of Ishwari pranidhana). In this way, we do not tie ourselves to the results of our efforts – rather, we do the very best we can with whatever we set out to do, and we surrender the results of our labor to something greater. This is also the practice of non-attachment, since we direct our efforts to the integrity of the work itself, rather than focus on results. Ultimately this guideline,invites us to surrender our egos, open our hearts and accept the higher purpose of our being.
What do you think about these niyamas? Stay tuned for our exploration of the third limb of yoga – Asana, or the physical practice – which is what usually comes to mind when we hear the word “yoga”!
Namaste-
Jessica
What do you expect from yourself? . Last week I discovered that I have a rare disease, degenerative and it has no cure. I expected to find the cause, to treat it and get rid of it. I didn't. I expected to be released from the hospital where I stayed. I wasn't. And another person with my same disease, today died because she didn't find the pulmonary transplant she needed. She was 33. What's the point in all this suffering? . The First Noble truth of the Buddha says "life is #dukkha" or "life is suffering\temporary\stressful". And in the Second one we learn that the origins of this suffering is our #craving, or #desire to be fulfilled. . While I was hospitalized something shifted in me, away from "I hope to be fine" to "I accept all that comes", abandoning that desire to be something, to feel something or to have something (in this case, health). I still do not know how did this happen, but it's very freeing!! Not having a desire, even for your own health, while still keeping a good care of it, gave me soooo much energy! I will share more as soon as I discover, for now I am happy with this... . From my heart to yours! . . . . . . . . . . . . Top @inspiritcollective Leggings @omgiyoga Mat @asanamat.it #getonyourmat #expectnothing #accepteverything #igyogafamily #firstnobletruth #buddha #nofear (presso Mantua, Italy) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bn-5pg7iAM-/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=vu8rsbvqoznp
Limb One- The Yamas
The first of the eight limbs of yoga is the yamas. The yamas are the physical restraints or ethical guidelines for embarking upon the yogic path.
I want to make something clear. The yamas (really, all 8 limbs for that matter) are to be taken as guiding principles. The truth is, it is very difficult (if not downright impossible!) to uphold these yamas constantly. At best they serve as ideals to aspire toward and to guide our actions. We may have periods of our life in which we are better able to adhere to these principals than others. But as long as we sincerely try our best to live up to these ideals, we are on the yogic path.
So, here we go! The 5 yamas are:
1. Ahimasa, (AH-him-saw) or non-violence/non harming. This applies to other humans and other living creatures, including animals. However, ahimsa goes beyond non-harming of other creatures and extends to the self as well. So, part of practicing ahimsa is to be kind and compassionate toward oneself and others. Practicing ahimsa helps us become more aware of the peaceful qualities of all beings, and it encourages us to honor that peace above anything else.
2.Satya, (sut-TEA-yah) or truthfulness. According to satya, we view and describe the world based on how we want to see it, instead of how it actually is. This may mean that we have to admit when we’re distorting reality to avoid confronting a painful truth. In practice satya may involve speaking an uncomfortable truth with compassion rather than falsely telling others what they want to hear to avoid hurting their feelings.
3.Asteya ( US-tay-yuh) or non-stealing. This includes not only objects, but also time, resources, information, and caring that others provide. In practice, asteya may look life being aware of when someone is generously giving their time, and being mindful not to take advantage of their generosity. It may also involve us “paying it forward” by donating our time and resources to others without expecting anything in return.
4. Brahmacharya (bra-ma-char-E-uh) , or moderation of the senses or appropriate use of vital energy. Brahmacharya involves looking inward for balance, rather than depending on the outer world to satisfy our cravings. That way, we use our energy more wisely for the activities that sustain our inner peace. For example, maybe you have an unwinding ritual at the end of a particularly long hard day-long hot shower & a margarita (I have never done that! *wink...) While it may seem totally innocuous, you might become dependent on this activity for peace and normalcy, such that when you run out of hot water,you feel annoyed for the rest of the night. Consider finding another way to recharge that involves turning inward and withdrawing from the senses- perhaps by dedicating some of that time to a meditation practice.
5. Aparigraha, (a-par-E-graw-haw), non-greed/non-possessiveness. Aprigraha means coveting that which isn’t ours. This coveting nature is rooted in jealousy. Jealousy is fatal to our minds. In today’s social media society, we are consistently seeing everyone’s “highlights reel” not the real and everyday things. We see the make up on, angled, perfected, & filtered photos. We see this constantly, from social media to magazines, to tv commercials to billboards, and it’s so easy to compare ourselves. (Even in yoga class!). Aparigraha, therefore, encourages us to remain non-attached to the external world and remain in the present moment within our sacred mind space.
See if you can integrate all 5 of the yamas this week into your daily life and thoughts!
Namaste-
Jessica
I prefer support when I relcline and the foam roller is the perfect height to recline over. After I roll out I could just fall asleep here. It's so nice on my spine and shoulders. Foam roller: @rollgahealth 🥰💖 #myfavoriteyogipose 28 November - 02 December 2022 💖Line Up💖 💜 Day 1 Share a favorite/beloved Heart Opener. What emotional benefits does this asana bring to you? 💜Day 2 Share a favorite/beloved Hip Opener. How does this pose calm your mind? 💜Day 3 Share a favorite/beloved Twist. What physical benefits do you experience from this pose? 💜Day 4 Share a favorite Inversion. How does this pose affect or change your perspective? Day 5 Yogi’s Choice! Share a pose that makes you feel most grounded. Hosts💖 @dayanacadenas @exercisewithemily_ @nathyoga08 @natyoga74 🎁Sponsors🎁 @Petes_choice US @circe_yoga EU @buddha_ stones WW @milessportswear Mexico #yogachallenge #yogachallengedirectory #getonyourmat #yoga #iGYogaFam #iGYogaChallenge#flexibility #flexible #contortion #yoga #notyoga #contortionist #dancer #heartopener #selfcare #contortion_training #flexibilitytraining #blackyoga #blackgirlyoga #blackgirlyogamagic #PoiDancer #phillypoigurl #PhillyFlowGurl https://www.instagram.com/p/ClqnuD5rujI/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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Inversions are so uniquely challenging. The seconds of balance are so incredibly active even though they look minimal. The first time I inverted into a forearm stand and truly fought for my balance I was highly disoriented. I literally couldn't tell what what was up or down. Now, as I invert I am finding more activation and change of perspective. I am doing far less pushing into the wall and more pushing into the floor, looking up and driving my feet down. 🥰💖 #myfavoriteyogipose 28 November - 02 December 2022 💖Line Up💖 💜 Day 1 Share a favorite/beloved Heart Opener. What emotional benefits does this asana bring to you? 💜Day 2 Share a favorite/beloved Hip Opener. How does this pose calm your mind? Day 3 Share a favorite/beloved Twist. What physical benefits do you experience from this pose? Day 4 Share a favorite Inversion. How does this pose affect or change your perspective? Day 5 Yogi’s Choice! Share a pose that makes you feel most grounded. Hosts💖 @dayanacadenas @exercisewithemily_ @nathyoga08 @natyoga74 🎁Sponsors🎁 @Petes_choice US @circe_yoga EU @buddha_ stones WW @milessportswear Mexico #yogachallenge #yogachallengedirectory #getonyourmat #yoga #iGYogaFam #iGYogaChallenge#flexibility #flexible #contortion #yoga #notyoga #contortionist #dancer #heartopener #selfcare #contortion_training #flexibilitytraining #blackyoga #blackgirlyoga #blackgirlyogamagic #PoiDancer #phillypoigurl #PhillyFlowGurlurl https://www.instagram.com/p/ClpUPsZrlbe/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Twisted out from a side bend is a crazy sensation the first time you do it. The way it opens up your side is unparalleled. I love to introduce my students to the standing variation in warm ups. I can admit the the wide legged seated version is WAY more humbling and active to hold but we love a challenging and I am slowly calming my nerves into this one too. New Challenge Announcement 🥰💖 #myfavoriteyogipose 28 November - 02 December 2022 💖Line Up💖 💜 Day 1 Share a favorite/beloved Heart Opener. What emotional benefits does this asana bring to you? 💜Day 2 Share a favorite/beloved Hip Opener. How does this pose calm your mind? Day 3 Share a favorite/beloved Twist. What physical benefits do you experience from this pose? Day 4 Share a favorite Inversion. How does this pose affect or change your perspective? Day 5 Yogi’s Choice! Share a pose that makes you feel most grounded. Hosts💖 @dayanacadenas @exercisewithemily_ @nathyoga08 @natyoga74 🎁Sponsors🎁 @Petes_choice US @circe_yoga EU @buddha_ stones WW @milessportswear Mexico #yogachallenge #yogachallengedirectory #getonyourmat #yoga #iGYogaFam #iGYogaChallenge#flexibility #flexible #contortion #yoga #notyoga #contortionist #dancer #heartopener #selfcare #contortion_training #flexibilitytraining #blackyoga #blackgirlyoga #blackgirlyogamagic #PoiDancer #phillypoigurl #PhillyFlowGurl https://www.instagram.com/p/CloCiwTLzsM/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
I am finding more and more comfort in my forward folds. I uses to think that it was crazy people could relax (and even nap) in a flat pancake. I have been deepening my forward fold (even adding elevation) to the pose. Even in a standinf fold I find a place where my mind clears and I find more space to lengthen and even rest in the position. New Challenge Announcement 🥰💖 #myfavoriteyogipose 28 November - 02 December 2022 💖Line Up💖 💜 Day 1 Share a favorite/beloved Heart Opener. What emotional benefits does this asana bring to you? Day 2 Share a favorite/beloved Hip Opener. How does this pose calm your mind? Day 3 Share a favorite/beloved Twist. What physical benefits do you experience from this pose? Day 4 Share a favorite Inversion. How does this pose affect or change your perspective? Day 5 Yogi’s Choice! Share a pose that makes you feel most grounded. Hosts💖 @dayanacadenas @exercisewithemily_ @nathyoga08 @natyoga74 🎁Sponsors🎁 @Petes_choice US @circe_yoga EU @buddha_ stones WW @milessportswear Mexico #yogachallenge #yogachallengedirectory #getonyourmat #yoga #iGYogaFam #iGYogaChallenge#flexibility #flexible #contortion #yoga #notyoga #contortionist #dancer #heartopener #selfcare #contortion_training #flexibilitytraining #blackyoga #blackgirlyoga #blackgirlyogamagic #PoiDancer #phillypoigurl #PhillyFlowGurl https://www.instagram.com/p/ClmrKIwrNBY/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
