Be True to Yourself

Just make sure its to your Self, not your self...

Having an open heart can be a pretty scary proposition. It seems sometimes that our emotional defenses really protect us from pain. But you prevent yourself from fully processing and subsequently letting go of your pain. Having an open heart can allow you the opportunity not only to serve others compassionately, but also to care for and serve yourself.

Consider the intentions of the past few weeks. Having developed a firm, grounded outlook, coupled with the ability to be aware of emotions and let them go means we can have a clear, open heart. When we take action from that place, instead of from bitter experiences, our relationships will be filled with less strife. Even with ourselves. But if you are still having trouble letting go now is the time to forgive yourself those things. Make yourself once again aware of the tone of your inner monologue. Why do you sound that way? What are you holding against yourself? How does it influence your interaction with others?

This week's yoga will focus on opening the heart. Yoga is a process by which you can begin to look past the ego and know your true Self. That part of yourself which isn't swayed by the opinions of others. That part of yourself that isn't petty and narrow minded. That part of yourself that knows what you inflict on others, you inflict on yourself, and vice versa. Show compassion to yourself and you will be able to do so for others. If you can't, show compassion for others and begin to open to the idea that you also deserve the same.