recent cafe "musings" from the summer in Taiwan.
the approaches one takes to yoga asana.
the union of polarities and the merging of prana and apana.
preparing the groundwork for entering higher states.
cleansing and stabilizing,
managing the health of the body.
to recognize oneself through attention to oneself.
to still the mind and retract the senses.
contemplation of the breath as it passes through various forms.
then further, the mind retracts into the heart, the senses retract from their usual outward direction,
and the breath finds its own balance
to experience and relish the joy of the self in the moment, timeless and fearless
being grateful for being here!
Here below is a beautiful poem (I respectfully have changed some words for ease of understanding) about the stages of growth along the spiritual path.
Teachers are kind,
But I am too young to appreciate it.
The highland mountains and valleys are beautiful,
But I have never experienced the lowlands, I am proud.
Having striven for mind’s nourishment,
Sharpening the spearhead of intellect,
I discovered permanent guidance
Which I can never forget
Having no one to influence my outlook,
I display my primordial nature
And adopt the style of a youthful prince.
This is due only to the guru
I am busy working for others.
The Pranja which penetrates all obstacles,
Has made me prince, now old and wise,
Fearing nothing.
Dancing in space,
Clad in clouds,
Eating the sun and holding the moon,
The stars are my eyes.
