#365daysofyoga WEEK 6

Week 6 came in with the talk on moderation. When I think of my childhood and what I took from the community was deep respect for natural resources. I was taught not to be wasteful by my great grandparents who witnessed the war times, having to exchange silver for bread. I treasure this appreciation that was nurtured in me yet the other side of it is guilt. The guild for having something when others may struggle. Yes, like having to throw away food or eating leftovers even if I don't want them anymore, listening to that inner voice, that isn't mine, telling me that I have to finish the plate that was given to me. This quarantine and reflecting on my reading brought me to thinking how I can change this tendency. I don't have an answer yet. The thing that gives me power though is the awareness. I started pausing and inquiring why can't we stop with this meal at 80%? Is it eating away the feelings, is it the worry of food going bad, is it not to be perceived as a bad guest or something else? Will these few minutes of pleasure overweigh the hours of remorse that follows? Middle road. Middle road. Middle road.