The 5 yamas are: 1) ahimsa/ non- harm, compassion and kindness.
2) satya/truthfulness.
3) asteya/ non-stealing, non-envy.
4) brahmacharya/ right use of energy, non-indulgence.
5) aparigraha/ non-attachment, non-possessiveness.
In our discussion of these moral codes of behavior it is important that we continue to look deeply into our own thoughts and behaviors, not with judgement but with an open and curious mind.
If I am conscious I become aware for instance how I use my energy from day to day and where I am placing my values. I can ask myself, did I make really thoughtful choices today or did I react from my conditioning and old habits?
About Me
- Maureen Braun
- Bellingham, Washington, United States
- I am a certified yoga teacher, artist and avid knitter. I have been teaching yoga since 1994 and currently do three large group classes, one small flow class and several private classes each week. Currently in the art realm I am working on my watercolors with the goal of completing one painting a week. However it varies from month to month. My new ART BLOG is my way of staying current with my intention of making art a priority in my life and sharing it with others.
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