18/10/2025
✨ Diwali — The Festival of Lights ✨
Today marks the beginning of Diwali, a celebration of light over darkness and wisdom over ignorance.
In yoga, light (jyoti) is not only a symbol — it’s an experience that arises from within. Patanjali describes this in Sutra I.36: viśokā vā jyotiṣmatī — “The mind may become clear and steady by meditating on the inner light, free from sorrow, that shines in the heart.”
As we light the outer lamps this week, may we also turn inward and remember that same luminous presence within — the steady flame that remains untouched by change, time, or circumstance.
Through our practice, may we uncover that light, let it guide our path, and allow it to illuminate the hearts of others.
Wishing you all a bright and heart-centered Diwali 🪔
— Wes
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