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#403 Tapas
Inspired by: Russell SimmonsFrom: Do You!
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“In the yogic tradition, this principle of using intense effort to burn through life’s distractions is called Tapas. It’s another Sanskrit word, roughly defined as “heat” or “essential energy.” The concept is that through a disciplined approach to work and self-sacrifice, Tapas will burn away the negativity that separates us from God. By working our hardest and happily enduring the hardships of life we are able to create a sense of peace and clarity in ourselves.”
~ Russell Simmons, hip-hop mogul from Do You!
Who would have thought a hip-hop mogul would be teaching us so much Sanskrit?!?
Tapas. The word literally means “heat” or “essential energy” and, as Simmons brilliantly articulates, as we live our life with discipline, passion and AreteÌ, we burn thru the negativity that can separate us from God.
And that’s a straight line to bliss.
Burn, baby, burn.
Inspired by: Russell SimmonsFrom: Do You!
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