yyitself Posted August 21, 2017 Hello Everyone! First of all, thank you for giving me the opportunity to be part of this Great Forum. I'm sure that by sharing your knowledge and experiences, I'll be able to reach my goals more easily. My journey began some years ago. Tired of looking for happiness in objects (which was becoming more and more unsuccessful), I decided to seek help. Knowing that the truth was in me, one day my brother introduced me to Kriya Yoga. I practiced Kriya Yoga for several months, but as my practice increased, I began to resent my lack of flexibility from years of sedentary life. At this point, I realized that my flexibility wouldn't allow me to evolve. I searched for new stretches, new asanas but the discomfort I felt as the practices were increasing, it was also bigger. I couldn't accept that my body would not be responsible for my failure. Sahaja Samadhi is my highest goal. For this reason, I searched for alternatives and I found some books about Self Enquiry and Advaita. Since then, I have been reading books about Sri Ramana Maharshi's talks and Nisargadatta's talks. They are helping me a lot. Drop the ego-mind is my goal. Drop the Duality is my goal. Drop the Illusion is my goal. Manonasa is my goal. Namaste! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marblehead Posted August 21, 2017 Hello yyitself, and welcome. Your membership is approved and we're happy you found your way to us. We look forward to accompanying you on some of the way that you still have to go. Please take the time to read the post pinned at the top of this Welcome page and take a look at the forum Terms and Rules. This covers all you need to know when getting started. For the first week you will be restricted to ten posts per day but after that you can post as much as you like. Also, until you’ve posted fifteen times in the forums, you’ll be a “Junior Bum” with somewhat restricted access and will be allowed only two private messages per day. Good luck in your pursuits and best wishes to you, Marblehead and the TDB team Hi yyitself, Those are some serious goals you have. Best wishes. You are welcome to jump right in ongoing discussions, revive an older thread, start a new thread of your own, or start a discussion in the "Newcomer Corner" sub-forms to expand on your introduction or ask general questions to help you get started. May you enjoy your time here. Marblehead 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yyitself Posted August 22, 2017 Thank you for this opportunity! I'll do my best! I would like to say that I'm searching for reading suggestions that will allow me to find mySelf. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Seatle185 Posted August 22, 2017 Welcome, there are some great topics and posters in the hindu sub that you would really enjoy i think. If you are looking for an interesting approach to increase flexibility you might benefit from "resistance stretching". it helped me . Hope it helps 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Limahong Posted August 22, 2017 1 hour ago, yyitself said: I'll do my best! I would like to say that I'm searching for reading suggestions that will allow me to find mySelf. Hi yyitself, THAT'S IT! - LimA 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Limahong Posted August 23, 2017 On 8/22/2017 at 7:15 AM, yyitself said: I'm sure that by sharing your knowledge and experiences, I'll be able to reach my goals more easily. HI yyitself, Lofty goals - in search for Truth. Don't ever give up. On 8/22/2017 at 7:15 AM, yyitself said: My journey began some years ago. Tired of looking for happiness in objects (which was becoming more and more unsuccessful), I decided to seek help. Knowing that the truth was in me, one day my brother introduced me to Kriya Yoga. "The truth was in me". Still is? Please share a little on Kriya Yoga. On 8/22/2017 at 7:15 AM, yyitself said: I began to resent my lack of flexibility from years of sedentary life. At this point, I realized that my flexibility wouldn't allow me to evolve. No challenging asanas in your sedentary life? On 8/22/2017 at 7:15 AM, yyitself said: I searched for new stretches, new asanas but the discomfort I felt as the practices were increasing, it was also bigger. You put on weight? On 8/22/2017 at 7:15 AM, yyitself said: I couldn't accept that my body would not be responsible for my failure. Sahaja Samadhi is my highest goal. I google on Sahaja Samadhi and found this from 'The Art of Living': These meditation techniques combined with yogic practices can ensure good health and a calm mind. * Meditation allows the conscious mind to settle deeply in the Self, giving it rest. * When the mind settles down, it lets go of all tension, making one healthy and focused. Your goal sure is very high. On 8/22/2017 at 7:15 AM, yyitself said: For this reason, I searched for alternatives and I found some books about Self Enquiry and Advaita. Since then, I have been reading books about Sri Ramana Maharshi's talks and Nisargadatta's talks. They are helping me a lot. Good referencing. Thank yu. On 8/22/2017 at 7:15 AM, yyitself said: Drop the ego-mind is my goal. Drop the Duality is my goal. Drop the Illusion is my goal. Manonasa is my goal. Got this from U-tube: Manonasa is the final end of the ego-mind. It is very rare that a human attains Manonasa. A good reflection? - LimA 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yyitself Posted August 23, 2017 Thank you so much Limahong 9 hours ago, Limahong said: Lofty goals - in search for Truth. Don't ever give up. I won't. 9 hours ago, Limahong said: No challenging asanas in your sedentary life? Before I start my practices, I tried some asanas to develop my flexibility. With that I could extend some time on my practices without pain. My previous jobs were seated. Long hours sitting on a chair. Driving a car. I sat all day. Of course, all of this provoked a sedentary lifestyle. 9 hours ago, Limahong said: I google on Sahaja Samadhi and found this from 'The Art of Living': These meditation techniques combined with yogic practices can ensure good health and a calm mind. * Meditation allows the conscious mind to settle deeply in the Self, giving it rest. * When the mind settles down, it lets go of all tension, making one healthy and focused. Your goal sure is very high. Yes! Highest goal! I really have to perceive that I'm not my ego-mind. I'm not this illusion. And when I perceive it completely, when my ego-mind vanish, I will understand that there is no goal to reach. I just need to be... being! 9 hours ago, Limahong said: Got this from U-tube: Manonasa is the final end of the ego-mind. It is very rare that a human attains Manonasa. A good reflection? Rare or not, That's the only thing to do! Namaste! /.\ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yyitself Posted August 23, 2017 On 22/08/2017 at 8:49 PM, Seatle185 said: Welcome, there are some great topics and posters in the hindu sub that you would really enjoy i think. If you are looking for an interesting approach to increase flexibility you might benefit from "resistance stretching". it helped me . Hope it helps Namaste Seatle185, Can you tell me where I can find these topics please? I didn't find it. Thank you. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Seatle185 Posted August 23, 2017 Sure, on the home screen you will see it under general discussion https://www.thedaobums.com/forum/184-hindu-discussion/ Hope it helps 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thelerner Posted August 23, 2017 Perhaps same path different tact are the writings of Barry Long. He has a couple of dharma speeches on youtube and since I enjoy guided meditations, he also has one of quieting the mind and purging thoughts- I've saved it into an mp3 and fast forwarded it, forget how far.. His other talks are well worth listening to. Nicely direct without cultural jargon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Limahong Posted August 23, 2017 1 hour ago, yyitself said: I tried some asanas to develop my flexibility. With that I could extend some time on my practices without pain. Good morning yyitself, I recalled the pain I had when I started yoga and I complained to my guru. The wise man then pointed out that the pain was not in my body but my mind. I shut myself up and continued with the asanas; then => more difficult ones; then => no more pain. My guru had passed on; missed him. - LimA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yyitself Posted August 24, 2017 20 hours ago, Limahong said: Good morning yyitself, I recalled the pain I had when I started yoga and I complained to my guru. The wise man then pointed out that the pain was not in my body but my mind. I shut myself up and continued with the asanas; then => more difficult ones; then => no more pain. My guru had passed on; missed him. - LimA Thank you for your advise. I'll follow it. I keep doing these asanas too (daily) and I confess that I exceeded some objectives. For example, a few years ago, for me it was impossible to sit on the floor, for more than 15 minutes without getting my legs numb. It was terrible. But with perseverance and persistence, we break these barriers. And as you and your guru have said and actually say, pain is created by the mind. In fact, all barriers are created by the mind. So I will continue with my asanas taking this into account. About your guru, all I can say is that he may have left the body but will always remain in you, in your heart. Just go there and you'll see him... being you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Limahong Posted August 24, 2017 (edited) 3 hours ago, yyitself said: About your guru, all I can say is that he may have left the body but will always remain in you, in your heart. Just go there and you'll see him... being you. Good morning yyitself, Touching and reassuring. Thank you. I remember my first visit with my guru. He had shown that he read my mind. So I looked at the grass and I thought, 'My god, he's going to know all the things I don't want people to know.' I was really embarrassed. Then I looked up and he was looking directly at me with unconditional love. Ram Dass - LimA Edited August 24, 2017 by Limahong Enhancement of sentence. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Limahong Posted August 25, 2017 On 8/23/2017 at 3:49 AM, Seatle185 said: Topics and posters in the hindu sub ... Hi Seatle 185, Today is Lord Ganesha's birthday. Lord Ganesha, is one of the best-known and most worshiped deities in the Hindu pantheon. His image is found throughout India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Nepal. Hindu sects worship him regardless of affiliations.[6] Devotion to Ganesha is widely diffused and extends to Jains and Buddhists. Although he is known by many attributes, Ganesha's elephant head makes him easy to identify. Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles,the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom. As the god of beginnings, he is honoured at the start of rites and ceremonies. Ganesha is also invoked as patron of letters and learning during writing sessions. (Wikipedia) On 8/22/2017 at 7:15 AM, yyitself said: Sahaja Samadhi is my highest goal. For this reason, I searched for alternatives and I found some books about Self Enquiry Hi yyitself, If it is alright with you, please take over. Thank you. - LimA 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
