One of my first teachers, Shane Perkins, is beloved in my heart for his clear embodiment of unconditional love. He taught me much simply by the way he conducts himself with kindness and integrity at all times.
When speaking on the topic of meditation, Shane summed it all up in these words:
“Show up and let go.”
Show up, as in be present, be aware, be in the here and now. Then let go, meaning release the struggle, let the thoughts float by without attachment, allow the moment to simply be.
Applying this approach to meditation and life can be an ongoing practice, to be sure, but one that is infinitely rewarding. Let’s try it now, shall we?
Mini-Meditation: Show Up and Let Go
With all the struggle and war in the world, yoga gives us a method to live well and contribute to the upliftment of the world.