Here’s August 2011’s article from the Bodhi Tree’s newsletter.
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What if our religion was each other
If our practice was our life, If prayer, our words,
What if the temple was the Earth, If the forests were our church,
If holy water – the rivers, lakes and ocean, What if meditation was our relationships,
If the teacher was life, If wisdom was self-knowledge, If love was the centre of our being.
~ Ganga White
This Summer has become very busy as we all get out and enjoy the sun, the greenery, and the fresh air as much as possible. You might be finding that your yoga practice is changing in unexpected ways. Perhaps you have the Summer off and are practicing everyday; maybe you’re spending more time outdoors hiking, camping and gardening; or perhaps you’re starting to develop a home practice instead of attending group classes. Depending on the change, you might find feelings of guilt or frustration coming up for not doing things how you always do. No matter the change, remember that your practice is your life, and that you are doing your yoga every day. Continue reading