In the asana practice you are looking for space within the body. In meditation you are looking for space within the mind. If you still the mind, and fill the spacious body with the Divine breath, you will finally create space in the heart. This Divine breath can now flow into and out of the heart through your thoughts, through your words, and finally, through your actions. This spacious, mindful way, should be the foundation that you chose to build a more effective and happy life. First you must realize and acknowledge you have everything you need in order to be the person you want to be. Then you need to believe and have faith that in every step you take towards the Divine, the Divine takes 100 steps towards you. You can not lose, just have faith, and step towards your Dharma.

The life journey is the means, death is the end, the goal is to not try to beat death, but instead, to arrive at deaths door an improved soul.

Anyone with wisdom loves life. They go hand in hand. They also love all people, no matter the differenced in race, religion, gender, economic status, political views, etc….. They have survived their struggles, and let go of their sorrows. They are open to change, and the views of others.

If instead, you are struggling in your insecurities and drowning in your sorrows, closed to others views, stubborn and blinded by self importance; personal growth and potential solutions to happiness and wisdom will be elusive. Your ability to move forward, and find your true self, and contentment are slowed, if not stopped, by anger, addictions, and pain.

The only solution is an open mind. No one can see all possible answers and solutions. Wisdom is sought after. Whether it be from elders or children, experiences and challenges, the seeker continues to cultivate an open mind, and a true heart. Staying faithful to the journey, and true to the self, remaining patient during inner and outer conflict, yet never embracing or fleeing from conflict. Wisdom is not learned but rather discovered, like a new path to an old place.

Pay attention to what brings you more freedom, versus what brings you more suffering. Then take actions to liberate yourself from that which brings you towards suffering. None of it is easy. On the contrary, it is difficult. You must know the mind, in order to move towards peace, and happiness. Quiet time is the only path.