yoga chitta vritti nirodha
yoga is the cessation of the fluctuations of the mind



Saturday, April 4, 2009

21 Day - Day 4

9:45AM
Another loooong night. Spent at my brother's house. Hot room, cold air blowing, but kids awake every few hours. How I am getting home tonight in a 3 hour car drive--I do not know.

I washed dishes this morning for my brother's girlfriend while my younger son and nephew played together. I cherish mornings. I like to get up early and be with the kids, even at home. But when I travel or have family around, early morning is a quiet time for reflection and enjoyment of my family. More Ishvara Pranidana. And I got my nauli in.

I did steal someones wireless internet to get on the internet. Hey, if they don't lock it up, it's a gift!

5:45PM
HOME! Driving makes me crazy! I had massive negative thoughts about a guy that cut me off and I left my high-beams on him for 2 miles. I had considered that long distance driving was a bit meditative, but it is also very frustrating! I have no idea how to make up for my angry thoughts when I drive.

9:30PM
I had a brief conversation with my mother about my visit to my brother's house. We talked about their situation and I had a bit of frustration over somethings I am emotionally attached to, but have no ability to change. I have hope for them as a couple, but they need to communicate more, and share the burden of everything they go through. Neti and pranayama.

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