True Yoga by Jennie Lee. She helps you find peace and purpose through the Eight limbs of yoga.
This book is transforming. The author breaks down the 8 limbs of yoga in a modern version. The reason for the 8 limbs is to wake us up to our natural state of being. And it can be used in our daily life. It talks about how to work on the external to get to the internal. It talks about all areas of life from letting go of anger and the need to be right to finding your own truth. Happiness is a choice and so is our state of mind. We can choose peace or suffering.
Living in our integrity. Being truthful not only to ourselves but to others. Not being influenced by others and living your true authentic life.
I can really relate to this book. We have all been influenced by our familes, society, as well as friends etc. We all play a part in this world. Which role is the real you? We need to look deep withn ourselves to find out are true identies. Some do not even realize they are wearing a mask. Sometimes we try to live up to other's expectations and making others happy that we forget about our own needs.
Using your intuition
All of us have a voice inside that tells us what we need to do or what we should know. Sometimes when we listen to other's we lose our own voice for awhile. And we have to learn to trust our own voice. How can anyone really tell you what to do when deep down you know what you need and what is best for you.
Living in moderation and self control was another great chapter. Finding balance in your life by trying to give each area in your life equal amounts of energy. Boundaries are important. We all can be seduced by the various things in life. Alcohol, drugs, food, sugar, sex as well as many other temtations. Being co-dependent can be an addiction as well. For me personally I feel once I started breaking free from the chains that tried to bind me I felt more empowered. I am barely touching on all of the wonderful topics brought up in this book. It is a must read book. I was very impressed with it.
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