The yamas and niyamas provide a simple set of practical, ethical guidelines when following the yogic path. The first yama, ‘ahimsa’, broadly translates to being against harm; the basic act of being kind, not just to others, but to ourselves in our thoughts, deeds and actions.
A lovely quote that captures this is by the Dalai Lama: “My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness”. This reminds us that when kindness is a part of your life, starting with yourself, then others around you experience the good that follows too.
So how does this translate into our everyday lives? Ahimsa reminds us not to be so hard on ourselves when faced with the inevitable challenges that life brings. It is about accepting we are human, not perfect beings, and that we all make mistakes.
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