I ask this question frequently. I read the answer in books. It is something that is not tangible, not definitive and not unigue. But it is a process, a philosophy, the answer is all around us and a part of us.
I just read one guru's explanation that helped bring me closer to my answer: Yoga teaches that the happiness we seek is within us as our own True Nature. What has been preventing us from experiencing it is the restlessness of our minds. The teachings and practices of Yoga work together to bring the mind to a state of clarity, focus, and tranquility. In that state, the peace and happiness that is within can be realized.
I send my thanks to Rev. Jaganath Carrera, founder of the Yoga Life Society, for publishing this insight.
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- My first experience of yoga was a physical ed credit in college. I also have been active in taekwondo, skiing, snowboarding and soccer. A knee injury return my interest to yoga, and I was amazed at how good I felt after the classes--so much energy! My ability in other sports increased mentally and physically, I think injuries were prevented by my flexibility and strength from doing yoga. I found that my preferred form of yoga is Ashtanga. I continued yoga through two pregnancies and eventually received my certificate to teach yoga from Yoga Vermont. I now teach classes regularly at The Edge and within my community.
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