I’m not saying that there shouldn’t be a bit of
a challenge in our practice. Of course, we want
to grow and master certain asanas. But if every
asana we perform is a challenge, the whole
practice becomes unpleasant. We face
enormous resistance to step on the mat, and
in the long run, we’re likely to stop doing any
yoga at all.
Remember: it’s not the physical complexity of
yoga asanas that provides real benefits, but a
high level of concentration. If we’re truly
focused, even the simplest asanas can lead to
a transcendental experience.
If a Scorpio pose is quite easy for you, it can
bring you there. But if you need to think of too
many things to get into the pose, your mind
remains active. You stay at the level of a
normal physical exercise. This is not yoga.
2. SMALL STEPS
Earlier, we’ve said that many beginners tend to
rely on group classes and avoid the personal
practice. Yet, some students are different.