better even on those things that seemed
difficult once you just stepped on the mat.
EXAMPLE 3: Another friend of mine does 15
minutes of Surya Namaskar every morning for
the past 20+ years. This is all yoga exercise he
does, and it serves him well.
What is the difference? This man is much more
down-to-earth. You’ve certainly met such
people. The doctor tells them to take pills 3
times a day for the next 4 months and do 40
minutes of specific exercises, and they just do
it. They don’t struggle to take this advice.
They’re practical enough to follow what serves
them best.
So, this friend of mine is a freediver. He is
about 60 years old now, and he continues
taking part in championships and winning
medals.
He knows that he needs some yoga to stay in
shape and do what he loves most, i.e., diving.
He understands that Surya Namaskar gives a
rounded workout, and he sticks to it. He’s very
grounded, and this practice is in line with his
nature.