There are many things that we know, we should do, but there's
never enough time. Would you like to have more time for your
family, Yoga practice, and some quality time, in your life?
Maybe, work keeps you too busy, from doing the right things, for
yourself, and your loved ones. So, what can you do?
After all, you need to put food on the table and work is a
priority. In reality work is only a part of life, and you would
realize that, if you lost your job. All of us go through a
grievance period, after losing a job, marriage, or a loved one.
At that point, we must make a decision, to continue on, or give
up. Now, I am assuming you are not the type to give up. After
moving on, we look back at the pain and healing process. Our
personalities are developed, and conditioned, from many
components. These components help us "keep it together," such
as: Family, friends, work, prayer, and hobbies.
Most of you know that Yoga means "unity," but do you realize you
are practicing union, or unity, every day, even if you don't
officially practice in a Yoga class? Below is a list of things
that you should do every day, or almost every day.
You will notice that work should not be done every day, in order
to live life in moderation. Everyone needs a day off, so enjoy
your weekends, when possible, and don't skip vacations.
Prayer is part of every religion and should be a part of every
day. I don't care what religion you practice, that is your
business. Luckily, most of the religions on this planet have
universal principles that apply to all. Don't forget that, you
need spiritual, physical, and mental health to be complete. By
the way that's a Yogic principle too.
Family time is so important that we have a dysfunctional
generation growing up, due to lack of attention to our children.
Some children don't really know their parents, because they are
sometimes brought up by someone else, or a day care center. Lack
of bonding time creates inherent problems for parent and child.
Take the time to eat together without arguments and play with
your children. Expose your children to religion, games, hobbies,
humor, and Yoga practice. Give your spouse or partner a hug and
tell them how valuable they are. Self-worth and recognition keep
them going too.
Good friends should not be ignored. They are few and far
between. You may find your Yoga friends to be valuable company
too.
Be conscious of all the following every moment that you can.
Breathing doesn't have to be learned from your Yoga teacher and
forgotten. You should practice proper breathing every moment you
think of it.
Proper posturing should be practiced when you are sitting,
standing, walking, eating, and using your computer. Exercise
should be part of everyday and you should be conscious of your
nutrition at all times.
Consuming eight glasses of water per day minimum is important
for digestion, elimination, your skin, your vital organs, and
removing toxins. Please spare the excuses - many people have no
problem drinking eight sodas per day. By the way, that's not
good, even if it is diet soda.
Work is a must, unless you are independently wealthy. Work
should also help you keep your sanity. If this is not the case,
look for a job that is rewarding.
Hobbies are good for your sanity too, but like all of the above
they are part of a healthy life. So, how can you make all of
this fit into your life? If you go to Yoga classes, you already
do.
However, if you haven't had the time to learn or practice Yoga,
you must make the time. Once you do, you will wonder why it took
you so long, to start learning Yoga. You will make new friends
and live a happier life.
© Copyright 2005 - Paul Jerard / Aura Publications
About the author:
Paul Jerard is the director of Yoga teacher training at Aura in
RI. He's a master instructor of martial arts and Yoga. He
teaches Yoga, martial arts, and fitness. He wrote: Is Running a
Yoga Business Right for You? For Yoga students wanting to be a
Yoga teacher.
http://www.yoga-teacher-training.org
