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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]So what should I do if I'm an atheist that enjoys yoga, o mr/ms bossy pants?[/quote]

Same question. Esp. since the studio/instructor I go to doesn't do any of the things mentioned in the OP. We do poses, and occasionally talk about self-care. That's it. [/quote]

I'll respond, even though I'm not sure either of you really want to have a grown up discussion if you refer to people as mr/ms bossy pants.

Atheism and Hinduism do not clash.  Well, Hinduism does not clash with any religion for that matter it's the other religions that seem to have the issues but back to the point.

There are Hindus that are atheists and there is an atheistic sect, Nastika, within the folds of Hinduism.  You need not be Hindu nor follow Nastika to do Yoga.  Like I said before, Hindus don't care if you have another religion or if you have no religion, all are welcome as Hinduism is a pluralistic faith in the truest sense.

You simply should understand and accept that you are participating in Hindu religious traditions as you practice yoga.

Atheists don't believe in a creator but cannot deny existence.  Existence is the core here.  As you practice that awareness and mental calmness brings your mind inward.  That inward you is existence and that existence is present in not just every other human but in EVERYTHING.  Those tiny molecules that form us also form everything around us at the very basic level. Everything is connected and yoga disciplines the body and the mind to help you feel and learn this connection at a deeper level.  This is the core of Hinduism. All are interconnected.

Vasudeva Kutambakam= the world/earth is one family

Do yoga- if it makes you feel good or changes you, thank our ancient Hindu rishis for expounding this wonderful system to us.  The point is not to strip it from the source.

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