SWAMI SIVANANDA’S TEACHINGS
8th DON’T
Don’t fast too much.
The fruit that is allowed to ripen on the tree itself will be very sweet. But, this takes a long time. That tree which grows slowly for a number of years wi[[ become very strong and be
useful for various purposes. Even so, that aspirant who does rigorous Sadhana for a long time with patience will become a dynamic and perfect Yogi. Nowadays, students are very
impatient. They want to become Yogins within two or three years by doing a little Pranayama, Sirshasana and some Japa.
Do not reduce your diet too much. It will produce weakness and thus interfere with your meditation. Concentrated deep meditation can come only after protracted and constant practice.
Be patient and persevering.
You are bound to succeed.
Hari OM Tat Sat