Yoga means union of the individual mind with universal mind, so meditation is considered the essence of yoga. The transformation of the mind and body during meditation is significantly more profound than simply resting with your eyes closed.

Even though we all have genetic predispositions, our health and aging aren't predetermined.

The Sanskrit word namaste means 'The spirit in me honors the spirit in you.' Whenever you first make eye contact with another person, say 'Namaste' silently to yourself. This is a way of acknowledging that the being there is the same as the being here.

You can expand your awareness in many ways, and as you do, your brain will evolve. It will grow physically by developing new neural pathways, synaptic connections, and even new brain cells. Perhaps more importantly, it will evolve to mirror the expansion of your mind into new, creative areas.

The only way to atone for the past is to do something meaningful in the present.

Most people have a time-bound awareness. And the reason is they have sacrificed their self for their self-image.

The past is gone, the future is not here, now I am free of both. Right now, I choose joy.