POSTURES OF THE MIND

An alert, awake, and conscious mind is an upright, open mental posture, which means the soul is open to learning and growing, expanding its horizons; confident to tackle anything. It is a posture of self-respect and self-awareness.

- ARUNA LADVA

International Yoga Day, 21st June, reminds us how much benefit there is in following certain disciplines. There are many kinds of yoga, and the most widely known are those yogas that teach therapeutic physical postures, for health on all levels. Yet there is also a yoga that concentrates on postures of the mind that can enhance or inhibit our interaction and understanding of the world.

As with the physical moves, some postures of the mind are for strengthening, some for stretching, and others for balance. We are empowered as we develop certain strong, positive "I can do!" attitudes. As we stretch our soul muscles, i.e. we increase capacity in the soul as we stay humble and open. And with meditation we create a balanced life as the mind calms and we are able to take better decisions for our well-being. As with all types of yoga, this requires regular practice.