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Comment on Yoga as Coaching: Personality, temperament, samskaras and change by Eleni

Eleni — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 04:33:03 +0000

Karl- Interesting article. Thank you asking me to read it. A few things come to mind:

A term in Ayurveda to state the current imbalance of an individual (in body/mind/spirit) is what’s called Vrkruti. Often if one lives out of balance for a while, it is mistaken for the Prakruti or the natural state of balance of an individual.

Interestingly, the “Heart & Mind” are not even separated in Sanskrit– hridaya.

Considering the 3 sources of karma: self– adhyatmika, of others– adibhautika, and of nature–adidevika, is important when contemplating habitual patterning and action/reactions.

Often in my practice (Ayurveda/Yoga/Hasta Samudrika) I am a simple mirror to reflect the truest nature to clients without the ideas that surround what they could/would/should be. In that way, they continue deepening their awareness of themselves without holding back, restrained, or suppressed. Balance is more easily acceptable when love for oneself overwhelms–regardless of the actions (karmas) acting on that individual based sometimes on samskaras that aren’t obvious. Personal acceptance balance and nourish deeply.

Through dedication to sadhana (practice), the light of practice shines and illumines. Some choose to express this practice through the mind (jnana) or through the heart(bhakti) or both…. whatever the expression, letting go and not trying to fit outside of one’s truest nature is paramount. Our dharma is truly to be ourselves, fully, unabashedly.
*eleni

Comment on Yoga as Coaching: Personality, temperament, samskaras and change by Jenny

Jenny — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 22:19:41 +0000

Karl – this is beautifully written. The piece on samskara, tendencies, is an important understanding to have. To bring awareness to our way of being in the world, our tendencies allows us to decide if our current way is supportive or generating a “stuckness” in life. From there we can take on practices to cultivate different tendencies that may be more supportive of the current landscape of our life or in other words to bring balance. I believe that this is the growth process, the movement that is created or not based on our awareness of what is required of us as individuals offering unique contributions in the world.

With all of this acceptance of what is, is required. If we fight what is then there will never be an opening for new possibilities, because our energy will be focused on the fighting. I find that as I become aware of tendencies that are no longer serving me, I can look at them with acceptance and then ask something greater of myself.

Thank you

Comment on Beyond Tribal: On Empathy, Wholeness, Yoga & Vedanta [books, J. Rifkin, video] by Tony

Tony — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 22:25:16 +0000

I think one can study, practice, and learn from one teacher and lineage without being that or nothing at all.

Thoughts?

Comment on Healing Schedule, plans for teaching again… by Stephanie Losee

Stephanie Losee — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 22:31:29 +0000

Hi again Karl, and many healing thoughts as always…

I will move mountains to go on any post-recuperative retreat you are able to schedule–so happy to hear this is on your mind.

Love,
Steph

Comment on Healing Schedule, plans for teaching again… by Karl

Karl — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 18:14:50 +0000

Thanks for your referral, I will take note and look for it. Yes, I hope to be back out soon. Will be a while yet.
Karl

Comment on Healing Schedule, plans for teaching again… by Lynn Duncan

Lynn Duncan — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 17:02:18 +0000

Karl,
You will likely not remember my name, but I was an early grateful yoga student of yours some years ago. I would like to offer any contribution to your healing that might help. You have perhaps heard about a wonderful cookbook entitled “One Bite At a Time: Nourishing Recipes for Cancer Survivors and Their Friends,” by Rebecca Katz. I am especially fond of her recipe for magic mineral broth, which Katz says is “not just a regular vegetable stock… it is high in potassium and numerous trace minerals often depleted by cancer therapy.” I’ve made many batches of this broth for my friends, which you can drink like tea or use as a base for soup and rice dishes… I live in SF and would be happy to make you some of this wonderful broth (and deliver it). It keeps in your freezer (in glass!) for up to six months. I am among the legions of your students who are grateful for your wisdom and spirit, and would like to support your return to the teacher’s yoga mat in whatever way I can! Feel free to call or email: duncan.palladino@gmail.com | 415-902-0068.

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Comment on Healing Schedule, plans for teaching again… by Tony

Tony — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 15:17:48 +0000

Good to know that we’ll have something to look forward to come fall. Stay strong K.

Comment on book: strong recommend. Good Story, Yoga Sutras and Great Teachings – “How Yoga Works” by Padma

Padma — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 02:57:18 +0000

Karl,

Reading this book daily, and dedicating my practices to the well being of your body, mind and spirit, and reaching out to others. Along the way my personal practice has become more enjoyable, and I have become more teachable in the process. Blessings of love and light to you as you move and breath in we-llness. Padma JJ

Comment on Top 5 Tips to Jumpstart your Home Practice by Anamika

Anamika — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 18:27:53 +0000

Thanks for these tips:

What really helps me is to put on some music I LOVE, and practice to that. Then it’s practice/relaxation/meditation/fun all at once! Also, I just start and say to my self, even a minute of yoga will do, some days it turns out to be 20 mins, other days an hour and half!