The Purpose of Yoga: The Big Picture

"Why has Yoga become so popular?" Newspapers,Now consider this: How many problems can you solve
and local news reporters, often ask Yoga teachersat once? You may be able to multi-task, but in reality,
this question, but what is the underlying truth? The factyou must solve problems one at a time. As a result,
is: Yoga classes are a sanctuary for Yoga students,you can write a list today and prioritize tomorrow's
from the every day stress and anxiety, whichchallenges. You can even add hourly deadlines to
everyone feels.them, if you wish.
There are so many matters for us to be frustratedThis method will give you the "big picture." You will
over. Relationships, work, traffic, finances, children,notice that you stop worrying, when you start solving.
personal history, and the fear of losing something, areToo many people worry about the "small stuff." Take
just a few of the factors, which can trigger a panicorganized action, and let God handle the details. People
attack. Our minds are racing around all day, and do notwho continually take action are a very small minority,
rest from worry, even when we sleep.so you will be in "good company," as you progress
How do we stop the cycle of worry? How do wetoward positive solutions and objectives.
learn to calm down? One way to make progress is toLastly, accept that "Rome was not built in a day." Do
practice Yoga in local classes, but you will learn to takenot stress yourself over goals, objectives, and
your Yoga practice anywhere. You can breathe, sit upprogress. Yoga teaches us that each day is an
straight, walk in good posture, and be mindful at anyadventure to look forward to. Do what you can, and
time.move forward - even if it is just an inch at a time.