Building Intimacy
Intimacy is an interesting word. We often get it confused with feeling close to someone, or sharing a special moment. Yes, that is intimacy on one level.
The deeper level of the word Intimacy, has to do with the relationship we create with ourselves. Yoga and Ayurveda provide us with the tools to deepen the relationship with the self.
The foundation of building an intimate relationship with yourself is holding yourself accountable.
Are you willing to say, "I'm willing to work on that." and mean it.
Are you willing to say, "I didn't choose wisely in this moment."
Are you willing to say, "I accept what I don't love about myself."
If you find yourself saying things like:
"Too bad..that's just how I am."
"You expect me to change now...How long have you known me."
"It is what it is...deal with it."
These might be ways to avoid holding yourself accountable. Keep in mind, that the only way we grow is through our own accountability. This deepens the relationship with ourselves.
This is Yoga. This is Ayurveda.
~ Leelah Lakshmi ~
