Ahimsa

Non-violence. Practice this. (I'm talking to myself.) This weekend I felt I was doing things that were rude or not fair or my nicest self. And I have no idea why! I catch myself after the fact not acting out of my true nature or my highest self. For what reason? I have no idea. To be a brat I guess. It's too bad. So I find myself today with the mantra "ahimsa" or non-violence in sanskrit. I am trying to forgive myself for having behaved this way. And it's extremely difficult. I'm basically sitting around feeling bad, and only time can improve this. Which I know.

Perhaps I could have avoided the constant mantram today. Yep, if I was constantly practicing this yama (discipline). Many times people think it's ahimsa against other people, animals, etc. My most difficult practice is with myself. Giving myself a break for being human. And not even letting that be an excuse! Yes we are human, but we are all of a higher consciousness that connects to every living thing. Including yourself and your heart. You are lucky enough to be a part of this higher world, and just as much a part as anybody else. Don't forget it. Practice it if it helps to remember.

Repeat the mantra 9 times, as many times a day as needed. Say it under your breath or repeat it silently as you put away the dishes or make a phone call, take the puppy out, etc. It works, I'm telling ya. :)