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Dharma: Your Life's Work

12/28/2017

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Do the Rewards Equal Your Efforts?

Everything you do has an equal return. Every thought you have, every word you speak and every action you take will result in a reaction. You have control only over that which you think, say or do. You cannot control anyone else or the results of what they do. Yoga teaches us to practice observing our thoughts, words and actions and becoming aware of the intention behind each. If the intention is to make yourself look good, hurt someone else or to improve your life alone, then Karma results. I like to imagine Karma as a small seed. One is not a big deal, but a bag, bushel or box of seeds can get very heavy. The more Karma seeds you create, the heavier they get.
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Discovering Dharma

Throughout your life you have stitched together various activities, people, and experiences that all have something in common. Reflect upon the work you have chosen to do, the places you have spent time, the topics that you have studied and the people to whom you have become close. Can you identify the common thread?

That to which we are drawn is most often our Dharma; our life's duty. Once you begin observing and reflecting you may be able to see the common thread throughout your life. You may even notice that it is something for which you feel passionate. In addition, it is something that effects more than just you. Typically, it is something that you are able to do that makes life better for others.

Can you identify your Dharma?
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Receiving Guidance

Before, throughout, or to close any Yoga class, your teacher will offer some guidance in discovering your Dharma. Knowing what to look for is the first step toward identifying your life's work. The Dharmic Topic of the day will give you something upon which to focus as you move through asana. A good instructor will weave this theme throughout the class. While you move, he or she will guide you in considering the theme. While practicing, you may make connections to how you are feeling physically, energetically, or emotionally.

Consider the Dharmic Focus of Divinity.
​Your teacher may suggest that you consider the idea of recognizing divinity in all things, including other people, even those with whom you do not get along. While you move through asana, rather than getting lost in mindless chatter, perhaps you will begin to think about those who have wronged you; people with whom you are frustrated or angry. Perhaps you will begin to see that their divinity is blocked by their actions. Next, you may begin to reflect on how your behaviors may make it difficult for others to see the divinity within you. As you continue to practice, observe and reflect, you may begin to bettter understand yourself and, thus, see your Dharma.
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Remaining on the Path of Dharma

Upon identifying your Dharma, the next step is to continue to do your life's work without over-doing it. Yoga is a practice of balance; we must always be seeking Sattva (harmony). Just because you finally know what to does not mean it is time to become forceful. Your eyes have been opened and you know what to look for. Opportunities to practice Dharma will present themselves as appropriate.

While you practice observing and reflecting, it helps to have some guidance. Gathering useful knowledge about Dharma can help. We recommend attending practices that include a Dharmic Focus. On your own, you can read books that provide such focus. One of our favorites is Meditations from the Mat by Rolf Gates.

You may also choose to book a Private Session during which we can focus on exploring the common thread within your life. Contact us to begin the process.
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A New Year with New Opportunities

1/2/2012

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The second book of the Yoga Sutra; Sadhana Pada, focuses on the Sadhaka or practitioner.  No matter what anyone says, you can never be a "Yoga Master."  Yoga is a constant practice, one in which we are always growing and moving forward. 

Whatever you resolution for this year may be, I hope it is one which helps you to grow.  Karma is that which keeps us from growing.  It holds us back and keeps us stuck in a rut of non-thought.  Our practice of Yoga helps us to find our dharma.  Through effort, through practice, through constant study, we are able to discover our passion.

No matter how powerful your downward dog, how steady your handstand, Yoga will always offer you a new challenge.  It is called a practice because of this.  Because each breath that you take is new, each posture is different when you enter into it and each time you sit to silence your  mind the citta is there needing to be quieted.
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For this year, resolve to practice.  To grow.  To become more of your Self.
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