Slowing Down

Donna Farhi says it all in her chapter on "Slowing Down".
However she does not give us many reasons why it is so hard to slow down. Some of us have a deep belief that if we accomplish many things at a speedy pace we will be happier, not to mention more successful. If we come to yoga with this attitude, we will find it difficult to experience what we really long for and that is "peace of mind". Our minds will be racing and we will be uncomfortable if not frustrated learning the tasks of focus, concentration and meditation.
At some point we need to release the idea that faster is better, in our daily lives. There may be a few situations where speed is important, but slowing down is where most of us need to place our attention.
Today see if you can simplify your day in some way to make room for more pauses, more enjoyment. Do something that makes you happy. :)