“Your living is determined not so much by what life brings to you as by the attitude you bring to life; not so much by what happens to you as the way your mind looks at what happens.” Khalil Gibram
Don’t know much about the Yoga Sutras? This six week series with Michele Hausman will introduce you to key concepts in the Yoga Sutras. This quintessential book of yoga philosophy from Sage Patanjali, beckons us to get a hold of our mind, quiet the chatter and hear our true voice, spirit and wisdom within and promises that once we achieve this, freedom is ours.
In each class, we will learn a little, move a little, breath a little, meditate a little and spend some time journaling. Additionally, during this holiday season, we will have the option to practice kindness by making a voluntary donation to organizations that help people in need;
Youthcare (homeless youth), Lynnwood Food Bank, Mary’s Place (supporting women, children and families experiencing homelessness). Donations will be split equally among the three charities.
Week One--What are the Yoga Sutras?
Introduction to Sutras
Yogas Chitta Nirodha 1.3
Week Two--How do the Yoga Sutras describe our states of mind?
1.3 ..mind calm, abides in itself….
1.4 ..mind busy, identifies with thought patterns
Week Three--What is holding me back from abiding in my light?
What colors our mind? 1.4. 1.5, 1.6
Week Four--What actions can I take to make my mind clear?
1.12 non attachment
1.13 Practice
1.14 Consistent, Sustained, Sincere
1.15 Vairagya (free from craving)
Week Five-- What are some other ways to help keep my mind clear?
The Eight Limbs 2.28
Week Six--What are some other ways to keep my mind clear?
Four Locks and Four Keys 1.33