Calming the Mind

Some yoga schools encourage complete relaxation and being fully present in the “here and now.” Yet this is not as simple as it sounds, and it doesn’t automatically lead to inner stillness or peace of mind.

When we try to relax, another part of us often tenses up instead — as if the mind is being coaxed into relaxation. Many of us simply don’t yet have the level of concentration needed to sustain genuine inner quiet. As a result, what we experience is often only an imitation of the meditation we are aiming for. For instance, the moment someone lies down in savasana with the intention of relaxing, they fall asleep.

It takes inner effort to bring the mind under control and learn to relax deeply.

Transcending the mind is entirely possible. With time, it can be achieved through proper breathing techniques and the Kriya practice of scientific concentration.

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