Ahimsa - Non Harming

Yoga likes to acknowledge that suffering in life is somewhat inevitable. All humans are unique and we all see things from different perspectives which may lead to conflicts. For now, in our human bodies, we are enabled but also limited to our senses and their byproducts (mind activity) when it comes to figuring out what is good or bad for ourselves. 

Ahimsa, is to enter into actions with maximum absence of harm to ourselves, others and the earth. Instead of insisting on things as good or bad, we insist, to the best of our abilities, to act, perform, speak and think with minimum harm. The practice of Ahimsa, according to The Yoga Sutras, is in the first step of 8 steps of Yoga, this allows us to proceed with our practice in a safe manner by always letting this rule override anything that may be in conflict to it. Now it’s important to point out that choosing the right action is easier said than done, which may be confusing, one easy way to eliminate confusion is to try! Trying leads to sensory experiences, dedicated trying builds strong foundations, focused trying also leads to learning and wisdom, all of this leads to faith and faith leads to love. When you do something with love you rarely have to think whether it’s right or wrong and you may truly become present. This is how Ahimsa supports your Yogic practice and lifestyle.
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