In a pure yoga sense this means to devote your energy
towards a higher power. This is about devotion not to an idol, but to your chosen
endeavor. Your Isvar is that aspect of life that you devote yourself to with
unreserved, unequivocal, absolute and total dedication. This of course should be done in thought, word
and deed.
What we devote ourselves to is what we become. By
devoting ourselves to something larger than ourselves we have the opportunity
to achieve a state of harmony with life. In the truest sense your Isvar is what
you choose as the basis for your devotion. It begins with what inspires you.
Yoga suggests we become inspired by that which gives us meaning. Anything that
is done because it is meaningful in and of itself will bring you to your Isvar.
Our devotion does not need to be fixed nor should
it be. Life is ever changing and the flexibility we apply will allow for growth
and opportunity. This is a paradox in that we all desire to be free and
untethered and yet the desire to merge with our Isvar constantly tugs at our consciousness.
We all want to find and establish meaning in our lives. Meaning requires devotion and devotion requires
discipline Therefore we must devote ourselves so that we become what we seek.
What inspires us can lead us to devotion. This
sense of devotion brings with it a more creative and peaceful life where we
experience the divine moving within us and all around us. It allows us to see the divine in ourselves
and in all we encounter. This is the true nature of unconditional devotion and
that is what leads us to our Isvar.
When seeking your Isvar choose wisely. Your Isvar
is a reflection of you. For it to bring
you happiness you must be clear about your intentions. Stay open and flexible
and allow the energy of life to move through you and all around you.
Let’s get started -
Once upon a time there were two medical students.
One was interested in fame and money. The other wanted to heal and help people.
The first student struggled everyday with his studies while the other student found
joy because the studying in and of itself brought him satisfaction. For the student
waiting for fame and money every day was painful.
When we experience the deep devotion and passion
expressed through our Isvar, we are lifted to a place where our Isvar becomes a
way of life expressed through our daily living.
It is the journey where our endless searching arrives at a place of
union where our Isvar and our earthly journey become one. This is Soul Walking
Choose wisely with a gentle sense of unconditional
love. Whatever you choose, seek your own inner light and follow it with devotion.
In this you will find your Isvar.
Doctor Lynn
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