Guest guest Posted June 14, 2002 Report Share Posted June 14, 2002 To my dear spiritual companions, VYAADHI-STYAANA-SAMSHAYA-PRAMAADAALASYAA-VIRATI-BHRAANTI-DARSHANAALABDHABHOOMI-KATVAANAVASTHITATVAANI CITTA-VIKSHEPAAS TE 'NTARAAYAAH. 'The obstacles to Realization are disese, mental torpor, doubt, indifference, laziness, carving for pleasure, delusion, inability to practice and maintain concentration, and restlessness of mind due to distraction'. If the body is not healthy, csomic conciousness cannot be reached. The practice of 'asanas' and 'pranayama' wards off disease and helps to maintain alertness. Doubt and the various mental obstacles can be dispelled by the spiritual experiences that come through meditation. Especially when progress seems to be at a standstill, it is essential to plod on doggedly with the practice. Yoga, like any other kind of learning, is never a straight ascent; there are ups and downsand plateaus. Bear this in mind, do not become discouraged, and be aware that all seekers encounter these same obstacles. They should be regarded as challanges which introduce growth opportunities to develop strength. With regularity in practice, the mind eventually rights itself. From patanjali's :-Raj Yoga. Thanks Rohit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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