Yoga Principle 3: Be Generous | Grand Cayman

Yoga Principle #3: Be Generous

Be generous. Share. Don’t take what isn’t yours.

Avoid: jealousy, hoarding, plagiarizing, stealing anything—including property, ideas, or attention

Practice: sharing, using objects correctly/the right way, utilizing time responsibly, giving back, generosity

Example #1: You vow not to interrupt your brother when he is telling a story— choosing to allow him the spotlight, rather than steal attention.

Example #2: You love animals and decide to volunteer a few hours per week at the local animal shelter.

Suggested Reading

• The Selfish Crocodile, by Faustin Charles and Michael Terry

• How Leo Learned to Be King, by Marcus Pfister and J. Alison James

• Unstoppable Me!, by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, Kristina Tracy, and Stacy Heller Budnick

Healthier, Happier, More Resilient Children(F+W/Adams Media, 2013) by Lisa Flynn, E-RYT,

Practice Peace Surround yourself with love and kindness. Be gentle and peaceful in your thoughts and actions. Be respectful. Show kindness. Do not harm anyone or anything. Practice tolerance.	Be Honest Be truthful in your actions, thoughts, and speech. Tell the truth. Be yourself. Be true to you.	Be Generous Be generous. Share, Don't take what isn't yours.
Practice Moderation Remember to do all things in moderation. Practice self-control.	Be Clean Take care of yourself, body and mind. Take care of your surroundings, community, and earth.	Be Content Be content with yourself. Celebrate your uniqueness, Maintain a positive outook. Have an internal sense of peacefulness. Practice gratefulness.
Work Hard Be disciplined. Always try your best. Establish good habits. Finish what you start. Persevere: Don't give up!	Have Alone Time Be reflective. Spend time with yourself. Know yourself. Take the time for quiet. Be still.