01. MY THREE POSITIVES.
1. A feeling of energy, probably due to the upcoming exam.
2. Kriya after running – don't let yourself cool down.
3. I had a short public performance, but I wasn't nervous, thanks to the 108OY marathon and the broadcasts.
02. MY REFLECTIONS AND DISCOVERIES.
Absolute Freedom
Our Self possesses freedom and omnipotence.
First, we must will the presence of the Absolute, and then we can become aware of it.
Or we can will ourselves to live as if it doesn't exist. It does exist, but for us, it doesn't.
Let's say that in Maya, opposing points of view can be reconciled; one will simply appear different, and universes with different opinions will not intersect.
But what if the Higher Self has overcome Maya, but continues to will the absence of the Absolute?
Maya allows for a variety of expressions of freedom, and after overcoming Maya, does everyone agree on every issue, or is conflict resolved somehow differently?
Omnipotence is described as the fulfillment of a wish even before it's formed; there's no time to argue with a neighbor.
So, should one control one's desires so they don't form?
At the human level, the ability to control oneself is perceived positively, as opposed to behaving like an animal—seeing something you like and instinctively attacking it.
Again, the more freedom, the more responsibility.
It all comes down to a certain experience of what can and cannot be done. Karma initially slaps us on the hands for what we can't do and pats us on the head for what we can and should do. But can a well-mannered person be given superpowers?
Isn't freedom lost here?
03. MY INSPIRATION IN YOGA FOR THE WEEK.
An invigorating practice
04. MY GRATITUDE AND PRAISE.
Thanks to the teacher for the example of physical exercise before yoga.
05. I WANT TO PRAISE MYSELF.
Well done.
06. PERSONAL YOGA PRACTICE FOR THE WEEK.*
Hatha and Kriya, 6 days a week.
07. DIFFICULTIES IN LEARNING.*
None.