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According to Patanjali, the Yamas are the first limb of yoga. Ahimsa is often referred to as the first Yama. Ahimsa is to restrain from violence, but we live in a violent world. Just open any newspaper, or watch the news, and you will be overwhelmed with negative feelings, when you consider the innocent victims of all this violence.

So, how do we live a non-violent life in a world filled with random violence? According to Matthew 5:38-39, Jesus said, "You have heard that it was said, Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth, but I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Life was not easy for any of those who lived under the rule of the Roman Empire, but Jesus advises us to forgive our enemies and our suppressors. As he was being crucified, Jesus also stated, Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do. His ability to forgive was super natural.

Mahatma Gandhi said, "I object to violence because when it appears to do good, the good is only temporary; the evil it does is permanent." Many people will state that they cannot live up to the standards of Jesus or Mahatma Gandhi for non-violence. This is understandable, but do most of us really try?

Every person on the planet should make a conscious effort to try to be as forgiving as Jesus Christ or Mahatma Gandhi. To help those who have, or would do you harm, is not an easy task.

This should be a matter of putting thoughts, words, and actions, to good use. It is easier said than done, but to do this, we have to be tolerant of everyone. It requires us to make decisions and actions without prejudice - at all times.

However, if you are being physically attacked, and your survival, or the survival of friends, or family, is at stake, non-violence may not be a viable option. In history, there have been conquerors who massacred millions of peaceful people like sheep.

Unfortunately, history has documented far too many holocausts for us to ignore the right to defend oneself. To be humble on the outside, but bold within, is a much safer course when you plan your day. When you put your best foot forward, most people will respect you for it, but beware of those who see your good manners as a sign of weakness.

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. http://www.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: http://www.yoga-teacher-training.org/index.html

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World's fattest man Manuel Uribe Garza, 40, weighs 1235 pounds. Due to his morbid obesity, he faces challenges like inability to move and walk. Manuel Uribe, was born in the state of Nuevo Len, Mxico and lives in San Nicols de los Garza, Nuevo Len. He is considered the fattest man in the world because he weighs over 550 kilos (1210 lbs.) and remained confined to bed since the past 5 years! Manuel, with restricted movement, has to meet all his physiological necessities from bed. His mother takes care of his necessities and looks after his auto parts sales business through telephone and internet. Manuel has now realized that his poor eating habits caused him to suffer from morbid obesity. He says that he had very poor eating habits.

Eating habit is a prime concern of the nations where obesity is high in population. life is fast and hectic today and there is no time to sit and plan your every step, even take the pain to prepare healthy food at home on regular basis. The best way to help our health under this circumstance is to make appropriate eating habit and avoid unhealthy food as well as lifestyle. This will make a great difference for you to keep a good figure as well as enjoy good energy level throughout the day. Here is some fitting healthy habit you should incorporate in your hectic daily life. They are easy and at the same time cost effective.

1. Drink water throughout the day, as many glasses you can. water is a wonder substance which is great for your skin, digestive system, circulatory system and aids in weight loss and cellulite reduction.

2. You can replace high-sugar food with low-sugar or no-sugar versions. Refined sugar foods are bottomless pit of calorie, almost all soft drinks, baked goods, candy and ice creams etc.

3. Keep coffee and soda intake under control. Substitute these with fresh fruit juice and green tea.

4. plan what you will eat beforehand and keep everything at home to prepare healthy meal. When you are grocery shopping, do not forget to pick up bags of baby carrots, nuts, fresh and dried fruit, string cheese, single serving packs of applesauce, wholegrain crackers, yogurt, peanut butter, turkey jerky, etc. This way you will be able to avoid unhealthy foods and fast food options outside your home.

5. pack your lunch the night before so that you do not have to munch on vending machines and office cafeteria later on.

6. Whenever possible make an excuse to walk. And walk as much as you can.

7. Exercise at least thrice a week or if possible minimum 15 minutes a day. This will boost up your energy level and keep you fit.

8. Get enough sleep. It is important for your good health and peaceful mind to have at least 6 hours sound sleep every night.

The recommended tips are easy to follow but the outcome is a healthy and fit body with no extra pounds, which is obviously the key to a happy and energetic life yielding you success in every step.

The author, Monalisa Hyden, addresses psychological and health related issues. If you wish to help yourself and your loved ones with more details on healthy life style and weight loss visit http://www.adipexpower.com

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