व्याधिस्त्यानसंशयप्रमादालस्याविरतिभ्रान्तिदर्शनालब्धभूमिकत्वानवस्थितत्वानि चित्तविक्षेपास्तेऽन्तरायाः॥३०॥
30. vyadhi-styana-samsaya-pramada-alasya-avirati-bhrantidarsana-alabdhabhumikatva-anavasthitatvani citta-viksepah-te-antarayah
Disease, dullness, doubt, carelessness, laziness, sensuality, false perception, failure to reach firm ground and slipping from the ground gained—these distractions of the mind-stuff are the obstacles.
Obstacles and distractions on our paths are inevitable. We know this, and with this knowledge we can shift our expectations from perfection to progression. The mind cannot function at the same level of engagement always—it has its ebbs & flows.
Our Yoga practice is like an obstacle course; the obstacle is the way, and the only way forward it through. These obstructions are there to make us understand and express our own capacities.
When obstacles arise may you meet them with curiosity to understand and lean into the lesson with compassion & non-judgement. Remember your inherent strength.
It is natural law. If a river just flows easily, the water in the river does not express its power. But once an obstacle is placed in the flow by constructing a dam, then it’s strength is realized in the form of tremendous electrical power.
Reach out for 1:1 support on your path.
I look forward to lovingly reflect, hold & support you as we navigate the waters of life together.
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