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Motivation Mondays: Awareness – Honoring BKS Iyengar’s Memory

14/12/2015
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“We must create a marriage between the awareness of the body and that of the mind. When two parties do not cooperate, there is unhappiness on both sides.” B.K.S. Iyengar, Light on Life

Motivation Mondays: Awareness – Honoring BKS Iyengar’s Memory

Motivation Mondays: Awareness – Honoring BKS Iyengar’s Memory

Asana has two facets, pose and repose. Pose is the artistic assumption of a position. ‘Reposing in the pose’ means finding the perfection of a pose and maintaining it, reflecting in it with penetration of the intelligence and with dedication.” B.K.S. Iyengar, Light on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
Regarding perfection, that’s a very difficult question. I can say that I have superseded most in my sadhana [practice]. I am in it, and my mind and my intelligence gets better in my sadhana, and it reaches a certain place. When I stretch, I stretch in such a way that my awareness moves, and a gate of awareness finally opens… My body is a laboratory, you can say. I don’t stretch my body as if it is an object. I do yoga from the self towards the body, not the other way around… BKS Iyengar, Interview on livemint.com

Motivation Mondays: Practice Awareness in All Things – Honoring BKS Iyengar’s Memory (14 December 1918 – 20 August 2014). Today is the 97th birthday of the revered Bellur Krishnamacharya Sundararajan Iyengar, aka B.K.S. Iyengar. BKS passed away in August 2014, and this year, Google has created a series of Iyengar Google Doodles to honor this bright light and originator of Iyengar Yoga – a precise and classical form of hatha yoga that concentrates on body alignment and the use of props to create balanced, even perfect, poses/asanas. BKS was born into a low-income family in Karnataka, India, and struggled with many health issues during his childhood.

When he was 15, his brother-in-law, yogi Sri Tirumalai Krishnamacharya, invited BKS to Mysore to rid his body of ailments through yoga practice. With great effort, he soon healed and mastered the form. Three years later, he was sent out to teach it to others. A key friendship with famed violinist Yehudi Menuhin gave him exposure to the West and helped BKS build an international following. Today, Iyengar Yoga is practiced in 72 countries worldwide, and his legacy remains strong in the Yoga community. When BKS passed away last year, I worked on a post to honor the man whose expertise and love of hatha yoga won me over in my first year of college, but I set it aside because I couldn’t find adequate words to express my gratitude.

“Breath is the vehicle of consciousness, and so, by its slow measured observation and distribution, we learn to tug our attention away from external desires toward a judicious, intelligent awareness.s” B.K.S. Iyengar, Light on Life

Motivation Mondays: Awareness – Honoring BKS Iyengar’s Memory

Motivation Mondays: Awareness – Honoring BKS Iyengar’s Memory

Motivation Mondays: Awareness - Honoring BKS Iyengar's Memory

Motivation Mondays: Awareness – Honoring BKS Iyengar’s Memory via Google Doodle

 

You do not need to seek freedom in a different land, for it exists with your own body, heart, mind, and soul. B.K.S. Iyengar, Light on Life
When you have an anger, irritability, or disappointment mound, the conditioned reflex works like this: Suppose you’re irritable with your parents, and your mother comes into the room. She might only say “Dinner’s ready,” but the irritability reflex is ready to spring up.  B.K.S. Iyengar, Light on Life: The Yoga Journey to Wholeness, Inner Peace, and Ultimate Freedom

What does Awareness mean to you? How do you incorporate it in your daily life? As I mentioned above, I was introduced to Hatha Yoga in college when I connected with Rita, an Iyengar-trained teacher, who taught her classes with the same rigor and precision BKS used in his classes/workshops. She invited me to a class, and by the end, I was sold. At the time, I was taking dance lessons. I used the gym regularly to stay in shape, but something about the asanas/poses and the breathing exercises/pranayama in the Iyengar class gave me a deep sense of well-being and calm. My devotion to the form grew, and I saw old habits fall away. I developed an awareness that led me to Siddha Yoga, Ammachi, and daily meditation. I believe my introduction to Iyengar and my practice of that form and other forms of hatha yoga helped me tremendously during a difficult phase in my life.

To me, awareness means honoring the earth, everything around me, and myself. It means paying attention to how my inner conversations impact my external interactions. With Iyengar Yoga, I improved my flexibility and strengthened my core. I changed my diet and maintained a calm lifestyle during a very crazy time on our planet. What motivated me back then, and even now, was my reading that BKS practiced asanas/poses for 3 hours and pranayamas/breathing exercises for an hour daily. Would you believe he continued to do so, well into his 90s? He also made time to write 14 seminal books on the philosophy and practice of yoga. When we become aware of our connection to all things and how we impact each other, we’re compelled to do whatever we can to preserve and/or improve it. Taking care of all of our faculties and making choices that uplift us make it possible to live peacefully in our chaotic world. It is a mindset and a choice. Are you choosing awareness today?

Motivation Mondays details are below. Join in! The themes for November and December are:

11/02 – LEGACY/REMEMBRANCE – All Souls/All Saints Day (11/1)
11/09 – HONORING VETERANS – Veterans Day (11/11) &
11/16 –  HONORING ALL/OUR CHILDREN – Universal Children’s Day/World Children’s Day (11/20) & Great American Smokeout Day (11/19)
11/23 – GIVING THANKS – Thanksgiving Day! (11/26)
11/30 – REVISIT KINDNESS – World Kindness Day (11/13)

12/07  – GIVING SEASON – 6th Chanukah for 8 days, 7th International Civil Aviation Day, Letter Writing Day, National Cotton Candy Day, Pearl Harbor Day. On this day in 1877, Thomas Edison showed off his new invention, the phonograph.
12/14 – AWARENESS –  Poinsettia Day,  International Children’s Day (12/12,13 & 12/15),  Bill of Rights Day, Honoring B.K.S. Iyengar’s Memory and 97th Birthday
12/21 –  HOLIDAY SPIRIT – Winter Solstice (shortest day of the year),  Festivus!, Christmas, Kwanzaa (12/12,13 & 12/15)
12/28 – THE JOURNEY –  National Fruitcake Day,  Boxing Day,  New Year’s Eve (12/27, 28 & 31)

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“True concentration is an unbroken thread of awareness.” B.K.S. Iyengar, Light on Life

Motivation Mondays: Awareness – Honoring BKS Iyengar’s Memory

Motivation Mondays: Awareness – Honoring BKS Iyengar’s Memory

As animals, we walk the earth. As bearers of divine essence, we are among the stars. As human beings, we are caught in the middle, seeking to reconcile the paradox of how to make our way upon earth while striving for something more permanent and more profound. B.K.S. Iyengar
You do not need to seek freedom in a different land, for it exists with your own body, heart, mind, and soul.  B.K.S. Iyengar, Light on Life

“You must purge yourself before finding faults in others.
When you see a mistake in somebody else, try to find if you are making the same mistake.
This is how to take judgment and turn it into improvement.
Do not look at others’ bodies with envy or with superiority.
All people are born with different constitutions.
Never compare with others.
Each one’s capacities are a function of their internal strength.
Know your capacities and continually improve upon them.” B.K.S. Iyengar, Light on Life

Motivation Mondays: Practice Awareness in All Things – Honoring BKS Iyengar’s Memory:  If there is one takeaway or nugget you receive from this post today, I hope it is that you practice awareness by honoring yourself and all around you in the way you walk, talk, connect, and embrace others on this earth. As we gear up for the holiday season, let us not forget all the families in need, families hurting, and those who have lost lives/loved ones around the world. Happy Holiday Season!

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Positive Motivation Tip:  Stay aware in all you do; practice awareness in the way you walk, talk, connect, and embrace others and this earth.

Motivation Mondays is open to anyone who wants to share a motivational quote, photo, personal challenge, or post that encourages others to start the week on an upbeat note.
Basic Instructions: Each week, I will have a Motivation word to help us create a response. (See listed words for the months above/below)
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PHOTO CREDITS/ATTRIBUTIONS: Stories via Zen Stories on Goodweb.cn  All Photos: From my Personal Collection,  Google Doodle  via Google, and B.K.S. Iyengar via Wikipedia

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Elizabeth Obih-Frank
Mirth and Motivation
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212 Comments leave one →
  1. Masshole Mommy permalink
    14/12/2015 3:07 pm

    I don’t do yoga, so I had never heard of him before. Sounds like he made quite an impact, though.

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  2. Nicole Escat permalink
    14/12/2015 4:02 pm

    It’s so nice to know this story, and I’m so glad that google created this series.

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  3. jshallow01 permalink
    14/12/2015 4:03 pm

    I had no idea who that was until today when someone posted about Google honoring iyengers memory too.

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  4. Nicole Haas Etolen permalink
    14/12/2015 3:02 pm

    I haven’t heard the BKS Iyengars memory, but I’m so glad that were still remember it.

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  5. Lexie Lane permalink
    14/12/2015 4:00 pm

    This is really nice post, I love reading historical post, and this is my first time to read this..

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  6. Liz Mays permalink
    14/12/2015 4:28 pm

    I’m not too experienced in this kind of body/mind awareness but I’m sure it would be pretty eye-opening for me. It sounds like it can help you see things from a different angle.

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  7. angie permalink
    14/12/2015 7:42 pm

    I share a lot of awareness post at my blog as well. I liked reading yours as well. When we get readers it is a great way to share with all

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  8. Travel Blogger permalink
    14/12/2015 6:51 pm

    I practice yoga on a regular basis, and I think it is incredible for the mind and body. I have even started teaching my 15 month old poses. It truly helps create peace between the mind and body. Great article and tribute to BKS Iyengar.

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  9. Dina Demarest (@dinade) permalink
    14/12/2015 7:15 pm

    I’m not sure I’m doing a good job with awareness. I think I work too much and need to work on being more present when I’m with my family.

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  10. Brianna George permalink
    14/12/2015 7:36 pm

    very interesting. I knew nothing about this man, but you had a lot of info here. Thanks for sharing.

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  11. Claudette Esterine permalink
    14/12/2015 8:27 pm

    I did notice the change on Google but was too busy earlier to check what it meant. Thanks for this very informative post!

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  12. Lucid Gypsy permalink
    14/12/2015 10:32 pm

    What an example this wise man set, he has a kindly face and his words are wonderful. An inspiring post Eliz.

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  13. shoppingduck permalink
    14/12/2015 10:40 pm

    Very interesting! I love the quoted.

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  14. foundfrolicking permalink
    14/12/2015 9:45 pm

    It’s very easy to get carried away this time of year. This is a great reminder not to lose oneself in the wrong aspects of the holiday seasons I think. Thanks for sharing!

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  15. tara pittman permalink
    14/12/2015 10:02 pm

    These yoga poses look very relaxing.

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  16. Chloe Marchant permalink
    14/12/2015 11:03 pm

    I love where you are going with your Monday Motivation today! I noticed that Google was honoring BKS Iyengar.

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  17. Esme Sy permalink
    15/12/2015 1:14 am

    I agree both the body and the mind should cooperate. I’ve always wanted to do yoga, but I never got around to doing it. I have to put this on top of my goals for 2016.

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  18. michelle permalink
    14/12/2015 11:46 pm

    i was so confused by what was going on with the google icon today and this post gave me the answer. they did a cool & good job of making BSK interactive on the google icon. i’m glad to read that yoga helped improved your flexibility & strengthen your core

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  19. Fashionable Librarian permalink
    15/12/2015 2:01 am

    Loved that quote at the beginning

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  20. Stephanie Pass permalink
    15/12/2015 3:34 am

    What an interesting read. I saw the Google doodles, but I didn’t really connect with who it was.

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  21. PrayerFull Mum permalink
    15/12/2015 6:03 am

    I used to do Yoga but I prefer Pilates now. Honoring BKS Iyengar’s memory is a good way to broach the topic on awareness 😉

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  22. Carol Cassara (@ccassara) permalink
    15/12/2015 6:29 am

    Breath is a vehicle of consciousness: how true this is! Ah, wisdom. Thanks for this inspiration.

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  23. Liz Mays permalink
    15/12/2015 5:20 am

    I can see how yoga would really center you and help with awareness. I love yoga!

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  24. Claudette Esterine permalink
    15/12/2015 6:14 am

    Thank you for this history! It’s always good to learn something especially after the question came to you – such as Who is this? – and then having the information just come. Great post and insights. Namaste.

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  25. jmanandmillerbug permalink
    15/12/2015 6:58 am

    I always try to be mindful of the people and things around me. Some days are better than others!

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  26. Chubskulit Rose permalink
    15/12/2015 7:17 am

    “B.K.S. Iyengar, Light on Life”, I love his philosophy!

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  27. AXLPowerhouse permalink
    15/12/2015 8:28 am

    Its like a “The Secret” style but this one is talk about inner awareness . One of the interesting topic in the motivation monday is Motivation Mondays: POSITIVE THINKING …

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  28. Shaylee Field permalink
    15/12/2015 9:35 am

    This is a wonderful post! I saw all of these Google illustrations yesterday and looked up who BKS was (I hadn’t heard of him before!) I learned a lot of very interesting things and your post helped me learn even more 🙂

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  29. Nova permalink
    15/12/2015 1:36 pm

    Very nice, this is new for me and I have never know anything about this matter.

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  30. Mommy Maye permalink
    15/12/2015 4:05 pm

    Thank you for another great reminder. I will always keep in mind to practice awareness and to give importance to the people around me, especially those who are in need. Happy Holidays!

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  31. Terri Ramsey Beavers permalink
    15/12/2015 4:21 pm

    What a great tribute post and awareness info. I need to start practicing awareness in all things.

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  32. Ari Adams permalink
    15/12/2015 4:40 pm

    Excellent post and what a great person to honor! I would love to join you on your Motivation Mondays posts. I’ll set a reminders for myself.

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  33. tinajohnson2 permalink
    15/12/2015 6:41 pm

    I love the quotes you’ve incorporated in this article. They are very inspiring!

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  34. ronleyba (@ronley_ph) permalink
    15/12/2015 4:59 pm

    My first time to really know something about BKS Iyengar. Thanks for the info.

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  35. thedealmatchmaker permalink
    15/12/2015 4:59 pm

    I agree. Never compare with others, you won’t be happy

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  36. Nicole Herose Cochingco Escat permalink
    15/12/2015 5:14 pm

    Great post indeed. It is important that our Mind and body works together.

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  37. Karissa @WithOurBest (@withourbest) permalink
    15/12/2015 6:02 pm

    Wow! You have awesome motivational mondays! This one is so detailed about awareness!

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  38. The Trophy WifeStyle permalink
    15/12/2015 6:37 pm

    I always try to think of those in need this time of year. I don’t want anyone to feel left out during the holidays.

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  39. Jonathan Key permalink
    15/12/2015 7:44 pm

    He sure sounds like he was an amazing man. I really like the challenge to not forget those in need and those hurting. Great pictures and post as always!

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  40. Kendra permalink
    15/12/2015 7:47 pm

    I’ve seen the Google doodles this week, but have never read up on is history. Thanks for sharing!

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  41. tara pittman permalink
    15/12/2015 8:54 pm

    great quotes. I like the one about finding fault in others then look to yourself first

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  42. Anne Kim permalink
    15/12/2015 8:59 pm

    I enjoyed your Motivation Monday post, and I’m looking forward to participating in the near future. Thank you for sharing.

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  43. tonygreene113 permalink
    15/12/2015 9:09 pm

    I have no idea who this character is. I read through some of that but I couldn’t get around to what he accomplished.

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  44. patricemfoster permalink
    15/12/2015 9:21 pm

    So true to practice awareness in everything we do only then we can learn to honor ourselves.

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  45. asbestrecipes permalink
    15/12/2015 11:02 pm

    keeping ourselves motivated sometimes could be challenging but I agree if we become more spiritual that could help

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  46. Bhushavali permalink
    16/12/2015 12:22 am

    I’ve been doing Yoga since my 4th grade and I’m really blessed that my school introduced me to the art!
    And my copy of BKS Iyengar book ‘The Light on Yoga’ is my bible indeed!!!

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  47. Ana De-Jesus permalink
    16/12/2015 1:01 am

    I always love reading your series what a moving set of pictures and great post once again.

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  48. Franc Ramon permalink
    16/12/2015 1:29 am

    Yoga can be a great way to relax even for athletes. It helps you breathe better and strengthens your core.

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  49. Rizza permalink
    16/12/2015 2:16 am

    Yoga does bring calmness to a person. It was nice to learn more about BKS Iyengar, as well.

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  50. Heather Girlgonemom permalink
    16/12/2015 5:30 am

    I have never heard of him. He lived an impressively long time.

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  51. Carol Cassara (@ccassara) permalink
    16/12/2015 5:33 am

    Many people might not know his name, but they do know his wisdom. The graphics are great.

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  52. Claudette Esterine permalink
    16/12/2015 6:21 am

    Thank you for “opening up” this part of history for me. I knew a bit but not the details that you presented here. Very informative.

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  53. msculit from riablahgs.com permalink
    16/12/2015 6:53 am

    I admire the practice of yoga, though I do not engage in yoga as often as I should. It is also good to know that BKS Iyengar is being honoured for his contribution in yoga.

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  54. JessicaACassidy (@wifetoalineman) permalink
    16/12/2015 7:09 am

    He sounds like a very remarkable man.

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  55. Nova permalink
    16/12/2015 8:05 am

    This awareness do indeed help others like me who were not as active as most people about yoga.

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  56. Huub Ricardo permalink
    16/12/2015 8:19 am

    You have snow falling on your blog 🙂 I was what the heck is that moving on my screen?! Trying to wipe it away hwahahhahahahhahahahahwhahahahsha. Going back on topic : I’m being very aware of what goes into my body when it comes to food. As that will help me focus on being healthy. I’m not a yoga person, but i love to keep myself in shape and keep my head clear of negative thoughts.

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  57. Miss Millennia Mag (@MissMillMag) permalink
    16/12/2015 8:27 am

    Such great motivation post!! Myself got addicted of reading your posts!!

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  58. The Binder Ladies (@thebinderladies) permalink
    16/12/2015 9:07 am

    What a great story! I hadn’t ever heard of him, but really enjoyed reading about him and his life!

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  59. Lisa McCrory Johnston permalink
    16/12/2015 10:22 am

    I noticed this on google the other day, but I didn’t have time to check it out to see what it was all about. Thanks for sharing the story!

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  60. Yvonne Bertoldo permalink
    16/12/2015 11:46 am

    This is my first time to know something about BKS Iyengar. Yoga is such a great activity for the body,unfortunately, I’m not too flexible to do some poses.:p

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  61. themommyfiles03 permalink
    16/12/2015 12:01 pm

    I love the idea of Motivation Monday! That is such a great idea and very inspiring for you to get through the week!

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  62. Fashionable Librarian permalink
    16/12/2015 12:57 pm

    Paying attention to what is going on around you

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  63. Rizza permalink
    16/12/2015 2:04 pm

    Thanks for this post! Nice to know more about BKS Iyengar! 🙂

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  64. Ickle Pickle (@IcklePicklex) permalink
    16/12/2015 2:51 pm

    For me, awareness is tuning into what I am doing, and how my actions affect me, and those around me. Great post – thank you. Love the quote about the body and mind. Kaz

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  65. Jeypi Kyu permalink
    16/12/2015 3:33 pm

    This is such a good read. awareness for me is realizing different things around you. may it be about your inner self or people around you, the good and bad. after which you tend to improve and change for the better. i believe that is what is awareness is for me. 🙂

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  66. Lori Felix permalink
    16/12/2015 4:04 pm

    I love the concept of Motivation Monday. I know Mondays are always my hardest days to get going so seeing a positive quote in the morning is definitely a good way to start the day

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  67. Michelle Solee (@michisolee) permalink
    16/12/2015 4:08 pm

    Yes we need to be aware or responsible with our actions and the way we talk because it affects other people.

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  68. Sojourner permalink
    16/12/2015 6:32 pm

    I thoroughly enjoyed Google’s tribute to Iyengar yesterday. He was such a great man. I’ve read Light on Yoga cover to cover several times.

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  69. Fred permalink
    16/12/2015 7:32 pm

    Yoga is so interesting. I do wish I would be able to devote time to this discipline one day. It seems so calming and beneficial for the body.

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  70. Eileen xo permalink
    16/12/2015 10:56 pm

    I had a whole conversation with my daughter about the yoga google man! She didnt understand why he was there, shes 11! However, you are exactly right, this is the time to help those in need

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  71. Holly permalink
    17/12/2015 7:44 am

    What an incredible tribute to someone who has undoubtedly helped you live a more aware life. Awareness can be tough for me sometimes, particularly staying in the moment. I am always jumping ahead, planning what will come next and worrying about things that haven’t even happened yet and other things that never will. I have worked very hard on savoring life’s little moments, being present in the now, and appreciating everything for what it is and how it comes. I’m still very much a work in progress, but thank you for reminding me of how crucial it is to be self-aware.

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  72. Holly @ Woman Tribune permalink
    17/12/2015 7:43 am

    What an incredible tribute to someone who has undoubtedly helped you live a more aware life. Awareness can be tough for me sometimes, particularly staying in the moment. I am always jumping ahead, planning what will come next and worrying about things that haven’t even happened yet and other things that never will. I have worked very hard on savoring life’s little moments, being present in the now, and appreciating everything for what it is and how it comes. I’m still very much a work in progress, but thank you for reminding me of how crucial it is to be self-aware.

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  73. Sunshine Kelly permalink
    17/12/2015 10:33 am

    Awareness to me means something that is important and we take note of that. I like yoga, usually I have yoga classes 3 times a weeks.

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  74. Kristen Wilson (@k10wilson) permalink
    17/12/2015 11:07 am

    I have to say.. I loved how Google did that with the yoga person for the letters… genius!

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  75. Bismah permalink
    17/12/2015 1:19 pm

    Awareness for me is looking at how I can make positive changes within my own self which can also be helpful to others. Yoga is such a wonderful activity for almost everyone. It is both physically and mentally beneficial and very low impact.

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  76. Jacqui Odell permalink
    17/12/2015 12:33 pm

    I love your tip! It’s important to be aware what you are saying and not just let something roll off your tongue.

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  77. Dominique Goh permalink
    17/12/2015 5:00 pm

    Interesting to learn about how Hatha Yoga was founded. It’s quite popular here in Singapore.

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      18/12/2015 12:30 am

      Actually, he founded the Iyengar style of hatha yoga. The overall form has been around for longer and appears in ancient Hindu texts.

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  78. tara pittman permalink
    17/12/2015 8:54 pm

    You must purge yourself before finding faults in others. I like this one best.

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  79. Vidya Sudarsan permalink
    17/12/2015 9:22 pm

    I actually saw the tribute to BKS Iyengar on Google and was feeling very happy! Loved your post very much today.. and brought back memories about my yoga classes!

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  80. Shanéy Maharaj permalink
    18/12/2015 1:26 pm

    Interesting post, I learnt a lot. My husband recently started yoga and he is loving it.

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  81. Jojo Vito permalink
    20/12/2015 4:49 am

    awareness for me awareness is about consciousness :interpersonal and interpersonall

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  82. Shelly permalink
    20/12/2015 6:31 am

    I have read about the many benefits of yoga. Respect to the man who started Iyengar Yoga, he created a legacy. This is what really touched me the most: “You do not need to seek freedom in a different land, for it exists with your own body, heart, mind, and soul.”

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  83. Nancy Laws (@chicmompreneur) permalink
    20/12/2015 2:28 pm

    I learned a lot from this post, although I have practised yoga on and off, I have never really taken the time to understand the history itself, like many people, but I would like to.

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  84. jason young permalink
    21/12/2015 6:31 am

    What a great man. Interesting to find out about him

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  85. Rachel permalink
    25/12/2015 9:30 pm

    I saw that o google and didn’t know what it was! Thanks for sharing!

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  86. pickettfamily permalink
    01/01/2016 7:08 am

    Very neat! This looks like something very worth focusing on for a Motivation Monday. The photos are so captivating!

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  87. Grace permalink
    01/01/2016 4:11 pm

    awareness for me isn’t just noticing what’s around, it’s also taking part and do what you can to become part of the solution. thank you for another mind-opening post 🙂

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  88. popshopamerica permalink
    07/01/2016 12:16 pm

    Iyengar is definitely one of the greats! His story is so cool. Very into his teachers, Krishnamacharya and Desikachar, too.

    Reply
  89. Peachy A. permalink
    14/01/2016 1:12 pm

    All th information you shared in this post are new to me and I read for the first time. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply

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