🌿 The Dhammapada: Quiet Wisdom for a Loud World
As part of my yoga teacher certification with Bodhi Yoga, I’ve been diving into books that go a little deeper than anatomy and poses. One of the recommended reads was The Dhammapada, translated by Eknath Easwaran—and honestly, I thought it might be one of those “ancient texts” that I’d have to push myself to get through. But instead, it felt like a warm cup of tea for my soul.
It’s one of those books that doesn’t shout lessons at you. It whispers them. The kind of whisper that somehow manages to echo in your mind all day.
Each verse from the Buddha is short and simple, but Easwaran’s commentary makes them feel so alive. He translates these ancient teachings into real life—how we react, how we think, how we deal with people (and ourselves) when things get messy. It’s wisdom that fits right into our everyday chaos.
One line that stopped me mid-read was:
“All that we are is the result of what we have thought.”
That one sank in deep. It made me realize how much power my thoughts have—how they quietly shape everything. I started paying attention to the little loops in my head and noticed how often they steer my mood, my energy, my day.
This isn’t a book you rush through. It’s one you keep nearby, maybe read a few lines before bed or after yoga, and just sit with it. It’s simple and a sweet read.
The Dhammapada reminded me that peace doesn’t come from fixing everything “out there.” It starts with slowing down, softening, and listening “in here.”
Because wisdom doesn’t shout—it whispers.
And if you slow down enough, you can hear it. 🌿
Lately, I’ve been noticing how this book connects so beautifully to my yoga practice. Yoga isn’t just about stretching our bodies—it’s about stretching our awareness. The Dhammapada invites that same inner stillness, that moment between the inhale and exhale where we can actually feel life instead of racing through it. Both the book and the practice remind me that the real work isn’t in touching my toes—it’s in touching the quiet space inside myself. Loved it!
