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The Fab Four Responses
By: yogasimplifiedmethod Date: September 20, 2022, 7:39 pm
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You all have already dabbled in a couple of the pathways that
resonate most with you from the book. Now that you're learning
more and researching the six schools of thought, sharing what
you learned for the next assignment (aside from chapter 3/4 of
Roadsigns and practicing classical hatha yoga), here are the
questions from the manual to answer.
Think about things you have done in the past. Share what you
have learned or what you currently realizing through this
process. Think of a person you know or admire that emulates one
or all pathways. Some look to Mahatma Gandhi, Mother Teresa,
Deepak Chopra, Jordan Peterson, Socrates, and Plato, the list is
endless!
Karma Yoga
Known as ‘of service’ to others through selfless actions and
deeds. When performing Karma yoga, you’re not beholden to
material fulfillment but rather the joy of doing. The gratitude
for selfless acts embodies compassion and enables practitioners
to enrich humanity. Many ashrams, yoga mentoring programs, and
monasteries require those attending to practice karma yoga, such
as cleaning and cooking.
* What is your conscious and unconscious Karma Yoga?
Bhakti Yoga
A devotional practice to the ultimate divine; the all-pervasive.
This practice emphasizes chanting, singing, prayer, rituals,
ceremonies, etc. An example of Bhakti yoga can be sitting at a
personal altar, temple altar, or church altar, reciting a
prayer, and singing hymns in pure devotion to the highest power
you celebrate.
* What is your Bhakti Yoga?
Jnana Yoga
The path of wisdom through sacred texts, philosophical
discussions, debates, interpretations, introspection, and
discernment to the path of yoga.
* What is your area of Jnana Yoga?
Raja Yoga
The Royal path to personal enlightenment. Raja yoga encompasses
the types mentioned above and all the components of yoga, such
as the sutras, the eight limbs, and koshas, which will be
discussed later. With Raja meaning royal, it calls for
dedication and deep study into all paths encompassing yoga,
particularly the esoteric and scientific philosophy of yoga.
* Throughout this journey, take all that is passed down to you
and continue building upon it. What makes this path royal in
your mind? What elevated you to go, diver, deeper? Philosophy,
asana, ceremonies, etc.
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Re: The Fab Four Responses
By: Dmurphy193 Date: September 25, 2022, 11:25 am
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One person that I admire who emulates at least three of the four
pathways (karma, bhakti and jnana) would be David Googins. David
Googins is a motivational speaker/celebrity now. But Googins
started his pathway to create the person he is today after
growing up with a number of unfair obstacles in his life.
Googins speaks about making decisions and realizing that only he
can change things for himself. Like being the person that he
believes he should be by, showing up for himself, ignoring what
people will think of him and following his truth through all of
his life's obstacles. Googins went from being a significantly
over weight, unhealthy adult in his mid to late twenties, to
becoming a in top physical shape, a navy seal, running ultra
marathons and still completing them while battling significant
physically injuries, writing a book, and dedicating time to help
fight wild fires in the western states. I find his content to be
very motivating which helps me push myself physically and
mentally when faced with even simple challenges of just being
tired but still showing up to do what i feel like I need to do.
My conscious karma yoga is always trying to be kind and patient
to people regardless of what is going on in my life at the time.
My unconscious karma yoga is finding the balance of staying kind
to people but being able to still put someone in their place if
they try to take advantage of that kindness.
My Bhakti yoga is praying and showing gratitude for everything
that I have physically and spiritually. After being a Police
Officer for so many years and dealing with so much negativity
from meeting people at some of the worst moments in their life,
it was hard throughout those years to not take that toxicity and
negativity with me and I had lost all faith in things for a long
time. Life really seemed like hell on earth for a long time. I
think that helped me to be who I am today by recognizing that
there is more good then bad but you can't have one without the
other. Now I always try to look for the positive in situations
and focus on that over any negatives.
My Jnana yoga is trying to be who I see as my best/highest self.
There are a lot of things, I feel that I still need to work
toward in my life, with who I am and the choices that I make. I
started cutting certain people and things out of my life that
weren't bringing me to where I wanted myself to go and I started
to make more room for the people in my life that help me to grow
and hopefully I help them as well. I also enjoy seeing and
helping people grow themselves and not focusing on comparing
myself competitively to them.
My Raja yoga is that path that I am immersed in now. It started
with just feeling better physically from practicing yoga, but
also I slowly started noticing that my mind felt much more clear
and balanced after a yoga class. A lot of the things that I
personally align with are being taught to me through YTT with
the Yoga philosophy/history, sutras. There is so much more to
yoga overall then I had realized before starting YTT. Some of
the philosophies, I was already paying attention to spiritually
but I had just not connected the dots that it was so closely
aligned with or born out of yoga. So while there is still so
much information to absorb, I enjoy the deeper exposure to it
and look forward to continuously building further upon it.
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Re: The Fab Four Responses
By: Kelli Cook Date: September 27, 2022, 3:14 pm
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Karma Yoga
I have never heard of Karma Yoga (or the two things put
together) before YTT. I also am realizing how much yoga is
beyond the four corners of a mat! Yoga goes way beyond the
poses and Karma Yoga seems to really reflect that. It is the
yoga of action or duty where we learn kindness and compassion
without an expectation of gain. The journey I have been on in
the last two years has made me more patient, less judgmental,
and more appreciative of having happiness, and knowing that most
people must work hard on that happiness. Surviving through hard
struggles and trauma is more common than we all know and having
the courage to share my journey to others feels like my form of
“Karma Yoga”. I am so passionate about speaking out on my
postpartum anxiety and depression because it happens to SO many
women. Some don’t even realize it. I love being a safe space
for other moms who are struggling. OR for even new moms-to-be.
To be honest, in a humble way, of what is to come in their
motherhood journey, that does not scare them, but prepares them.
Since embarking on YTT I am really finding myself approaching
conversations and people in a different way. A softer way. I
am wanting to share and tell friends and family about my
learnings. I have become a much calmer, patient, emotionally
open person. I was always social, but it feels a bit different.
I find myself wanting to listen to people’s stories to relate
and have deeper conversations. I am currently on a work retreat
right now and I just constantly find myself telling my
colleagues about YTT and how it has lit an exciting new fire
inside of me. This morning I practiced the beginning of our
sequence on two of my coworkers! I had less to drink last night
because I wanted to get up, feel OK and move my body through our
sequence. I feel a purpose to take more care of myself.
Bhakti Yoga
I will be honest here and say I have never heard of Bhakti yoga
before, so it is hard to say “what” my bhakti yoga is. However,
after reading more about it, I am drawn to mantras and setting
intentions. So, I would like to practice more of this in my
everyday life. I opt to direct my love “my Bhakti Yoga” towards
myself and towards others.
Jnana Yoga
I am having a hard time answering this one. I think I need to
see how others respond to understand this one a bit more. I
will respond with another message after.
Raja Yoga
When I looked a bit more into Raja Yoga, I found this quote:
“Raja yoga involves all three dimensions of human existence
(physical, mental and spiritual)” - That is exactly what this
journey is bringing me. Deepening my physical practice which
helps me calm, sleep, and feel energized. Work on my mental
state after a very challenging, traumatic couple of years. And
spiritually, opening and challenging my mind to retain and
learn.
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Re: The Fab Four Responses
By: Madi Rowan Date: September 27, 2022, 5:46 pm
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Karma Yoga
I've mentioned in a few other responses that I can definitely
resinate to Karma Yoga in a variety of ways. I believe I live my
life with a lot of compassion for others, I try my best to treat
others with kindness, without expecting anything in return.
I think a conscious way I practice Karma Yoga is simply taking
care of my husband. He's obviously a grown man who can take care
of himself, but it brings me joy as his wife & as someone who
loves him to take care of him, listen, make time for him, cook
meals, take care of our home, etc. I don't do these things
because he makes me or because I expect anything in return, I
simply do them as an act of love.
And then I think one of the simplest ways that I practice karma
yoga almost unconsciously in my daily life is smiling at people.
Without realizing it sometimes, I'll smile at someone with no
expectation of getting anything in return. It honestly makes me
happy when I smile at someone, because in most cases, they too
smile back. You never know what that person may be going
through, what their day looked like, or how badly they needed
someone to smile at them - a smile is such a simple act of
kindness you can share with anyone, even a stranger who you
don't know. And you really will never know the impact it could
leave on someone's day.
Bhakti Yoga
I think my Bhakti Yoga is defined by my commitment to my
gratitude practices, as well as, rituals of taking care of
myself. I read a book called "the Magic" a few years ago (I try
to read it once a year now because it's amazing), & it really
changed the way I saw & practiced gratitude within my life.
Reading that book really helped me establish habits that over
time became routine.
I truly believe you cannot pour from an empty cup, so I make a
conscious effort to fill my own cup, do things I enjoy, rest, &
spend time alone.
Jnana Yoga
If I'm comprehending correctly (LOL), I believe my inner drive
could be considered my area of Jana Yoga. My inner drive is
really what sets the tone for me in all areas of my life & it's
been my fuel from a very young age.
Raja Yoga
The royal path that I currently on now is bringing the peace I
feel when I'm on my mat with me when I leave my mat & go about
through my day. I believe that I've already started to do this
in some ways, but some days, it doesn't feel as cohesive - which
is okay, because this is definitely a journey. I also believe
this journey towards yoga & YTT is helping me feel confident in
the strength of my body & mind. My body has gone through a lot
physically & that's a huge reason why I was drawn to yoga in the
first place. I was looking for a way to still feel strong
without beating my body down like basketball required me to. It
has even brought me to tears when I think about how strong I
feel when I'm on my mat (mentally & physically), while still
being able to be gentle & move in a way that feels goods. I
think that alone is huge part of my Raja Yoga because I'm only
going to continue to build on that as I move through the rest of
YTT, continue to expand my practice, & eventually teach.
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Re: The Fab Four Responses
By: Erin Curro Date: September 27, 2022, 7:13 pm
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Karma Yoga
I think my equally conscious and also subconscious Karma Yoga is
caring for others and genuinely reflecting the best version of
themselves back to them. As a little girl my Mom would tell me I
would watch “The Little Engine that Could” and the scene where
he started slipping down the hill and almost did not make it, I
would start crying, and at the end of the movie ask to rewatch
it again and again. My poor Mom thought she was traumatizing me
haha. I remember rescuing various animals as a child too and
just truly loving caring for all living beings. I have never
wanted or expected anything in return. The gift is in the
giving. I wear my heart on my sleeve and have always been
incredibly sensitive and an empath I suppose you could say. What
brings me immense joy daily is extending kindness and compassion
towards others and letting them know and feel how much they are
appreciated and remember just how special they are. I, like
others, have also survived various traumas and can empathize
with human suffering so I always make it a point to follow the
principle of “be kind, for everyone is fighting the hard
battle.” I suppose it’s no surprise I now landed in a career
field that matches my Karma Yoga. It is truly my honor to now
give back to the field that quite literally saved my life.
Bhakti Yoga
My Bhakti Yoga I would say is comprised of my self-care rituals
and mindfulness/meditation based practices. The physical
practice of yoga just being one component. Self-care is not
always easy for me to prioritize but I try to recall the Oxygen
Mask Metaphor and filling up my own bucket so I can help fill up
other’s buckets. My mindfulness and meditation starts with a
morning ritual of feeding and letting out all the dogs followed
by making myself a cup of coffee, which has become a full
meditation in and of it’s own. Part of which includes tearing
off a new page in our family favorite affirmation calendar (my
Dad gifts us all a Louise Hays calendar each year and it is
everyone’s favorite stocking stuffer). I am also a very early
riser (usually up at 4:30 am haha) and the peace and quiet of
the early morning enveloped in the night still is so comforting
for me. I will also practice a meditation here to ground me so I
can feel centered before I start my work day. YTT has helped me
further deepen these practices shifting to book-ending my day
with other mindfulness based stress reduction practices, and all
of which are making a world of difference, which have helped me
practice them consistently. I feel more at peace and centered. I
am hoping to continue to expand on these practices. I used to
practice journaling or gratitude journaling that I enjoyed and
while I practice reflecting on my thoughts/feelings and
extending gratitude daily, I appreciate the art of writing and
how cathartic it can be. Overall, the yin and yang of movement
and stillness is my medicine and I am looking forward to
watching this evolve.
Jnana Yoga
My Jnana Yoga is to always remain and expand upon my curiosity.
I believe the one of the greatest forms of intelligence is
having a curious mind, being curious about yourself and the
world and always being open to learning and growing. I try to
practice this both formally in the training and continuing
education I receive for my field, as well as in general,
engaging in active discussions with others on really any topic
especially one’s others are passionate about, listening,
learning, and sharing. I enjoy doing this while connecting with
others and it fills up my soul. I also enjoy passing on the
knowledge or wisdom I have learned to others to continue to pay
it forward.
Raja Yoga
The royal path that I am on I believe has been lifelong, as it
is for us all, and I am now connecting the threads that tie it
all together. I have better understanding of the pieces of cloth
that comprise my quilt and am also ultimately unsure of where my
royal path will lead. And I am becoming more accepting of that
and embracing the potential new patches and their colors and
patterns that will be added to my quilt. Yoga and the practice
of developing this interospection within myself, establishing a
deeper mind-body connection, and carrying with me the skills and
teachings I learn off my mat into my daily life I believe is
supporting me on my royal path and lighting the way making my
path clear. I did not start YTT to teach but (if I am good
enough LOL), I would be deeply honored. For nothing more than to
integrate both my yoga and clinical skills, give back, and bring
my Karma yoga full circle, which may just be that additional
patch in my quilt and perhaps the golden thread that helps tie
it all the more together.
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Re: The Fab Four Responses
By: Niki Ehrenkranz Date: September 27, 2022, 7:45 pm
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This Process/Admirer:
This might be a stretch to answer who I admire, but I find
musicians and music to emulate these pathways. Music teaches me
and makes me think through lyrics, can transport me to a time
and place, can instantly change my mood, and connects me to
others. Lyrics can become mantras or can raise questions for
debate. Music and song can be traditions or part of routines; my
morning alarm for years was Intro by the XX.
Karma Yoga:
I practice karma yoga by being patient and kind. We did a
personal brand activity at work and I wrote that I am
hardworking and kind. If someone needs help, others have an open
invitation to come me, a non-judgmental space to ask questions
or be a resource. Also living by the mantra that my dad always
said to me of, “just show up”. Even if I don’t want to or it’s
hard, to show up for myself and for others and in turn others
will show up for me and I will show up for myself in times of
need.
Bhakti Yoga:
Growing up in a Jewish household we celebrated the
high-holidays, at home, with family/friends, or attending
temple. My parents goal for my sister and I was to grow up
believing in something bigger than ourselves, and it did feel
good! Monday was Rosh Hosanna which is the Jewish new year. My
parents were here this weekend which gave us an excuse to cook a
big meal and sit at the dinner table together. We reflected on
what the new year means to us and how this time of year is more
of a fresh start then New years on Dec. 31st. With the weather
changing, people getting back into their routines, it’s a great
time to reflect and set new goals. Holidays are long-term
routines and time for reflection and discussion.
Jnana Yoga:
I practice Jnana yoga by having philosophical discussions and
debates with family and friends. I was having a hard time
answering this one, so I talked it out with my boyfriend. We
discussed not studying specific texts but having a conversation
around body and soul, something bigger than ourselves.
Raja Yoga:
My current path to enlightenment is YTT! I am committed to YTT
and practicing yoga regularly. I enjoy learning and seeing
things in a new light or a different perspective. Having a
routine allows me to be the best version of myself. Being
committed to myself (sleep, exercise, diet, work schedule)
creates space in my mind and schedule to dive deeper into other
areas of interest, such as YTT!
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Re: The Fab Four Responses
By: wantalli Date: September 27, 2022, 10:37 pm
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Karma Yoga:
I feel like without knowing it I practice Karma Yoga with the
way I move through the world. I attribute this greatly to my
upbringing, but I whole heartedly try and always operate from a
place of kindness as just a baseline. However on as a more
conscious effort, I practice Karma Yoga by trying to be very
present in conversations and in all of my interactions. I firmly
believe that one positive human encounter can shift the whole
trajectory of someone’s day, and hopefully have a domino effect
on other people they see as move on with their days too. I think
that I do this because without knowing if it does in fact
actually have an impact it brings me joy and hope and makes me
more open to accept other peoples kindness too.
It says in the description: “When performing Karma Yoga you’re
not beholden to material fulfillment, but rather the joy of
doing.”
On a very specific note I relate this in that... one of my
simplest but greatest joys in life is when I see two people or a
group struggling to get a picture or settling of all of them,
and offering to capture that moment for them. A task that has no
benefit to me at all aside from sharing a moment and extending
kindness to a stranger.
Bhakti Yoga:
I have to admit there are very few rituals that I am invested in
enough to practice religiously. However as silly as it may seem,
I make time to sit with my face to the sun for at least 5
minutes in the beginning portion of my day every single day.
(Usually while Inlet Scout out!) I heard on a podcast one time
that doing this simple task will increase over all wellbeing and
I believe it to be true. While I take this moment to pause I
feel very present, I am also so happy to feel the warm sun on my
face, especially in the colder months as it tries to hide behind
the grey cloud of winter. This simple pause is my devotional
practice to myself.
Additionally: While it has not yet become a consistent ritual
for me yet, I have been really enjoying dabbling with OM-ing. I
will sit on my mat for about 5 minutes at a time and do rolling
OMs to myself. Without fail I feel energized and grounded. I am
going to make a conscious effort to do this daily.
Jnana Yoga:
From how I read the description I would have to say that most
obviously this YTT is my Jnana Yoga. We are engaging in
discussions about Ancient Texts, Philosophies, discussing our
own personal journeys as well has learning and honoring each
others journeys to Yoga. We all are on our own Yoga Path but as
a Collective this YTT is a journey we all travel together.
Takeaway: My own Personal Jnana “yoga” is that I listen to
podcasts everyday, of varying topics and genre. This is a huge
source of learning and reflection for me. It is my way of
pursuing personal and mental growth, which does tie into my over
life/yogic path.
Raja Yoga:
Making the commitment to YTT and our own practices is Raja
Yoga/Royal Yoga because it is the act of committing to
ourselves. While it isn’t always easy, it is always worth it to
invest in yourself. “You can’t pour from an empty cup.”
I started yoga, drawn to that asana and the physical benefits I
was reaping, but consequently I have gained so much more
mentally. This sparked a fire in me and I have since given my
self permission to allow this mental connection to turn into a
mind body spirit connection. I felt called down this path of YTT
by the pull to dive deeper into my own spirituality, and embrace
my energy as gift. I have felt my inner light grow in last 2
years. And I know in my heart that a huge reason for that is my
daily yoga practice, the community I have joined at Collective,
and the teachers who encourage us to shine our lights. Even
since beginning YTT I have noticed that my vibrations seem
higher and I am noticeably in alignment with my path. This
probably sounds woo-woo, but truly, to my core I can feel my
life shifting in a positive manner. “Everything is aligning.” Is
also my aphorism for YTT and it’s so crazy how once you believe
you are deserving of something the universe lets it flow your
way. Feeling this very thing is Raja Yoga to me.
Alli,
I love how you ended your full response with "feeling this
very thing is Raja to me." It's all-encompassing when we allow
ourselves to unite with the higher power, cosmic unity. I wish I
gave heed to the callings of spirituality when I was in my early
twenties. It's so lovely to see and witness people of all ages
embark on this path. Combining all of Bhakti, Karma, and Jnana
to cultivate Raja is rewarding for one's soul and it naturally
illuminates beyond the physical, everything comes together. Your
example of taking photos for others, the five minutes in the sun
ritual, the practice of the rolling OM, and the inquisitive mind
of the ancient texts, and philosophies allow every person to
experience the path of yoga. Asana is kind of like a gateway
drug, but a positive attraction of wanting to experience more
mind-opening and enlightening practices. Thank you so much for
sharing your examples and experiences.
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Re: The Fab Four Responses
By: oliviamarotta Date: September 27, 2022, 10:39 pm
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Karma Yoga
My conscious karma is connecting with family. I have four
brothers, none of whom live at home at the moment, so I try to
make a point to reach out to at least one of them daily. I am
very lucky to have a great family and get along really well with
all of my siblings. It’s important to me to communicate with all
of them often and stay updated on what they are all up to. It
has been really cool to become friends with my siblings as
adults, and to reflect on how our relationships have changed
since we were younger. My oldest brother is ten years older than
me, so growing up we did not have much in common. Now, he has a
one-year old son and I have loved being an aunt and their
favorite babysitter😉
Bhakti Yoga
My version of Bhakti yoga is reading. I have always loved to
read, and can relate it to yoga philosophy and see the
connection to the recent chapters we read in the Road Signs
book. Yoga requires a commitment to diving deeper and acquiring
more knowledge, and I believe that reading is serving my
intellect by opening my mind and allowing me to take on a
different perspective. I honor this commitment by implementing
reading as a ritual and part of my daily routine.
Jnana Yoga
My jnana yoga has to do with the pillar of detachment to
material things, or vairagya. I think society today encourages
us to get caught up in acquiring the next best thing, and always
chasing the high of having what’s new and trendy. This cycle
loses sight of what is actually valuable; the person that you
are and the relationships you have. There is a mantra that I
like - “everything you need is within you”. When I begin to seek
external validation, or find myself placing value in material
things, this mantra is a great reminder that what truly matters
in the world is who you are. Material items are impermanent and
fleeting, and intellect, character, and compassion are far more
worthy pursuits.
Raja Yoga
Initially, learning about the postures and alignment are what
led me to explore the path of YTT. However, after the info
session and our first immersion weekend, I realized that this
journey involves far more than the physical aspect of yoga. I
think that the culmination of physical, spiritual, emotional,
and mental growth that occurs throughout YTT is what makes it
royal in my mind. YTT is truly a transformational journey that
provides a path towards a greater understanding and appreciation
of yoga. It challenges me to think deeply about myself, question
my beliefs and explore beyond my comfort zone.
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Re: The Fab Four Responses
By: heidi91@comcast.net Date: September 28, 2022, 2:38 pm
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The Fab Four of yoga…
Karma yoga, I’m going to say for this is being a mom and not
just me as a mom to my boys but to all the moms out there. It’s
tough raising children there’s so many things along the way you
want to teach them. We put them first. Teaching the to be good
people the rights and wrongs of the world all while allowing
them to grow into themselves. So not just physically making sure
they are feed and clean but also mentally and emotionally making
sure they are solid.
Bhakti yoga I would have to say for me is journaling. I know it
may sounds silly but I have a little ritual I sit in my own
quite space light a candle and a glass a wine or coffee
depending on the day (lol) and I say a prayer and then journal.
It’s helped me tremendously throughout the years it’s almost
like I’m my own therapist. :)
Jnana yoga…. I’m not 100% sure on this one.
Raja yoga I would have to say is this my YTT training. I have
been craving to dig deeper into yoga all aspects of it not just
on the mat. Yoga is so much more than that I want to be able to
explain it to others who question to take yoga class or not. I
want to be able to capture it all and spread the love with them
so they feel it! It’s such a feeling you can’t describe it’s
empowering and invigorating it’s just happy 😃
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Re: The Fab Four Responses
By: yogasimplifiedmethod Date: September 29, 2022, 7:57 am
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[quote author=heidi91@comcast.net link=topic=4.msg59#msg59
date=1664393886]
The Fab Four of yoga…
Karma yoga, I’m going to say for this is being a mom and not
just me as a mom to my boys but to all the moms out there. It’s
tough raising children there’s so many things along the way you
want to teach them. We put them first. Teaching the to be good
people the rights and wrongs of the world all while allowing
them to grow into themselves. So not just physically making sure
they are feed and clean but also mentally and emotionally making
sure they are solid.
Bhakti yoga I would have to say for me is journaling. I know it
may sounds silly but I have a little ritual I sit in my own
quite space light a candle and a glass a wine or coffee
depending on the day (lol) and I say a prayer and then journal.
It’s helped me tremendously throughout the years it’s almost
like I’m my own therapist. :)
Jnana yoga…. I’m not 100% sure on this one.
Raja yoga I would have to say is this my YTT training. I have
been craving to dig deeper into yoga all aspects of it not just
on the mat. Yoga is so much more than that I want to be able to
explain it to others who question to take yoga class or not. I
want to be able to capture it all and spread the love with them
so they feel it! It’s such a feeling you can’t describe it’s
empowering and invigorating it’s just happy 😃
[/quote]
Thanks for sharing Heidi. While I don't have biological
offspring of my own, I understand the commitment it takes to
raise children. Also to parents who are selflessly devoted to
doing their best for their children, and as you said, teaching
right from wrong and most importantly growing into themselves.
Jnana yoga is more so of incorporating maybe personal pillars
you follow if you read scripture of some sort, or ethos you've
been raised on and pass it down to your children. For instance,
you referenced right from wrong in your karma yoga. That may be
something you held dear to you that was passed down from your
parents and grandparents. It could be something inherited that
holds a standard, or maybe evolved over the years based on
interpretation.
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