Wednesday, January 2, 2013

Happy New Year! Satya and Ahimsa

Yesterday was a day full of writing!  Yep, I found writing in the Yogatorium works very well!  So, I'm still making progress.  This morning's reading from Living Your Yoga is truly a beautiful way to begin 2013.  Judith Lasater has written about  truth.  Two yoga words - satya (truth) and ahimsa (non-harming) are important.  She suggests that you ask before speaking or taking an action: "Is it necessary? Is it true? Is it nonharming?  These questions reminded me of the Rotary questions I spoke in response to the leader at each weekly meeting when I lived in Clemson :  Of the things I think, say, or do:
Is it the truth?
Is it fair to all concerned?
Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
Will it be beneficial to all concerned?
I suggest we ponder these words today.  If these are too much, just think
Is it necessary, true, nonharming?
I can hear a great silence over the Earth - how little I say or do that is truly necessary.
Your Comments are always welcome - even if not necessary!

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