Just the other day in class I had mentioned that Yoga helps us strengthen our inner core, body and mind. One of the reasons why the traditional styles of Yoga don't use any external stimuli such as music, incense, etc. is because the idea is to go within and develop one's focus, thereby strengthening the mind. When we're out there in the real world, tackling real world issues, there is no music or any other external stimulus to soothe us. It's just us and our mind.
There are a few simple things we can do on a daily basis for healthier living. However, most of us are too busy taking care of everything else except our own health! This one, we're quick to postpone and often times, until it is too late. In an effort to help you take care of yourself, we have compiled a list of reminders. If you wish, print the list and place it in a location where you will most likely read it every day.
According to a study done by some hospice workers (people who take care of the elderly), here are the top 5 regrets reported by those close to dying:
With the holidays just around the corner, it is important for us to remember that our health is just as important, if not more important than any other responsibilities that may come up during the holidays. Even though holidays are enjoyable, enjoyment doesn't always translate to lasting happiness. As our grand master Swami Sivananda once said:
It is in the nature of man to strive for happiness, but all the happiness which he can gain by his actions is only of limited duration. The enjoyments of the senses are transient and the senses themselves are worn out by too much enjoyment.
