An interview with Victor Perton of the Centre for Optimism.
I asked Sue Bushell, the author of “Radiant Bliss: A Transformative Yoga Journey for the Modern Soul”, what makes her #optimistic. https://lnkd.in/gVBSTkCX
Sue told me, “What makes me optimistic? Faith and mindset acquired through Yoga, certainly.
“I had a challenging and, at times, terrifying childhood that left me deeply scarred, prone to panic, obsessive thoughts about perceived wrongs, and sudden flights of rage. Over nearly 30 years of studying yoga #philosophy, meditation, and physical yoga practice, I’ve experienced a profound transformation that has brought me #peace, clarity, and a deep sense of #optimism.
“My experiences in deep meditation have given me absolute confidence in the enduring nature of my soul and the core teaching of yoga philosophy—that my true nature is Bliss.
It’s fascinating: not so many years ago, I was diagnosed with bowel #cancer and endured surgery and a brutal period of #chemotherapy that left me in intensive care for five days. Yet, when I submitted my book to my publisher, I realised I had forgotten to include that experience. It had touched my body, but it hadn’t reached the essence of who I am.
“Yoga has been my salvation and is the foundation of my optimism.”
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