“We all know that there is an intimate connection between physical well-being and emotional well-being. We know, for example, that physical illnesses affect our state of mind, and that, conversely, a greater degree of physical well-being contributes towards greater mental ease. Since we commonly recognize this correlation, many of us engage in physical practices and exercise to help bring about that physical well-being which will contribute to our mental refreshment. There are also certain traditional practices that are aimed at training our energy patterns; these are called prana yoga, or ‘yoga of the wind energy‘. These days, yogic exercises have become very popular in the modern world, too, and this is precisely because many people have found that through yoga they can achieve a degree of physical health that leads to better mental health. The approach that is suggested by the lo-jong teachings is slightly different, however, They concentrate directly on the development of the mind itself, through the transformation of our attitudes and ways of thinking.”
Daily Wisdom from the Dalai Lama
4 responses to “Daily Wisdom from the Dalai Lama”
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kJyiTe wnrmiduqctps
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The big bold date (13th) is the date I happened to post the item you were renaidg. The text that follows is the message I sought to communicate. So they are both correct’. They just refer to different things.Haven’t heard yet if I got a ticket there was a lottery .
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I totally agree; yoga practice has many beneficial aspects to training in it. It also does wonders for the mind, body and spirit, which is the complete package, in my book. Great post and I look forward to sharing more wit
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I agree as well, but I find that learning to even properly meditate is hard in itself, then to diverge into yogic practices!
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