Does the concept of Yogic visualization, seem like wishful thinking? Do you think mental imagery is much like a "pipe dream?" Does Yogic visualization seem more philosophical and less practical?
Philosophers tend to be under appreciated in their own time. Socrates, Patanjali, and Plato, were recognized by their contemporaries, but, in each case, their works have become more admired as time goes on, because they were so far ahead of their time.
Albert Einstein will be remembered as a theoretical physicist, but his mental imagery has become our reality. Ideas, which he had on the "drawing board," have come true. This has also happened in the case of great inventors.
How does mental imagery become reality? Thoughts are energy, which start in your brain and affect your surroundings. This is not magic, but man has created his own reality. Technology, Yoga, architecture, transportation, and medicine, are just a few of the many realities mankind has built upon over centuries with collective thoughts.
This is why a "think tank," composed of compatible people, is such a powerful group; especially if they have leadership. With an organized group, it is easier to form a detailed vision or plan. For a think tank to be successful there must be a state of harmony within the group.
With that said, a harmonious group, which works together, and attains its objectives, has a "blue print" to a successful outcome, even if a few hurdles are on the path. They do not focus on failure or what could go wrong. Instead they focus on problem solving skills. Throughout history, this has been the formula for success in peace talks and the constant advancement of technology.
Therefore, groups of "like minded" Yogis have continued to produce a constructive science of life for generations to come.
© Copyright 2007 - Paul Jerard / Aura Publications
Paul Jerard, E-RYT 500, has written many books on the subject of Yoga. He is a co-owner and the Director of Yoga Teacher Training at: Aura Wellness Center, in Attleboro, MA. riyoga.com riyoga.com
He has been a certified Master Yoga Teacher since 1995. To receive a Free Yoga e-Book: "Yoga in Practice," and a Free Yoga Newsletter, please visit: yoga-teacher-training.org/index.html yoga-teacher-training.org/index.html
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