zen girl in maui

Hi kdixon93,

Thank you for patiently waiting for my response.

You are very sweet, but I really try my best to know nothing at all! ;-)

But information is practical, and I would love to pass some onto you to answer your question.

I find that books are often a starting point for people. They are a beautiful way to access age old teachings in the comfort of your living room. Make a date with yourself to seek out and visit your local holistic books store (In Vancouver, we have Banyan Books!), borrow books from friends or yoga teachers, or hit up amazon and google “yoga”. Start somewhere, and read what interests you. Create your own path of learning!

Taking university/college level classes are a great way to broaden your awareness. Try a sociology class to understand the ways in which humans socially construct the world around them, or try philosophy to learn a new perspective on things. Physics is also another fascinating course to take, especially quantum theory. Start off with one class and go from there, and try not to limit yourself to one specialty. 

Another great thing to do is learn through experience. Following your breathing for 10 days will teach you alot more than going to a bunch of spiritual workshops. Learn through your meditation, your yoga practice, and your meditations on life.

Teaching others is also a great way to learn more about something. Taking a yoga instructor or meditation instruction course is a great way to learn about either subject - you really get to know something if you teach it!

Whatever you path you choose, honor the fact that your path to learning will be different from everyone else’s. The right way is always the way you are going in the present moment.

~ Natasha