The Goal of Yoga
The yoga pose is not the goal. Becoming flexible is not the goal. Standing on your hands is not the goal.
The goal is to create space where you were once stuck. To unveil the layers of protection you’ve built around your heart. To appreciate your body and become aware of the mind and the noise it creates. To make peace with who you are. The goal is to love, well … You.
Come to your yoga mat to feel; not to accomplish.
Shift your focus and your heart will grow.
-Rachel Brathen
asato ma sad gamaya | tamaso ma jyotir gamaya | mrityor ma amritam gamaya |
Translation:
Lead me from the unreal to the Real,
Lead me from darkness to Light,
Lead me from death to Immortality,