Yogis- explorers and adventurers at heart- choose to explore the body. Just like sailors explore the sea and distant lands, yogis explore that which is with one at all the times, the superficial body. I like to explore and love adventures and most often associate this with distant travels, new people and a new world. The first time I experienced this yogic exploration was during vipassana after already exploring the small space i was on and with no one to talk to I finally succumbed to the work. Self exploration is a journey and not one that is always pleasant but very powerful. Even as an avid yoga practitioner I sometimes check out during my practice and find myself falling out of poses until I bring myself back to the body and back to the truth. The truth is the present moment as it is, everything else is maya (illusion) of the past or future. In the present moment your body emobodies the posture and your mind experiences truth. Even if only for a split second you are here... breathe and enjoy. Explore.
metta
