From OHM to AHA
Why do we sometimes get stuck in the same patterns, both in ourselves and in our relationships? Maybe you recognize that feeling of not being completely free in something, as if something invisible is holding you back. Yoga offers us a powerful way to turn inward and find that peace and freedom.
Ultimately, as can be read in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: "Then the seer rests in his true nature."
However, when we continue to identify with the fluctuations of the mind, (or our ego) we become trapped in unrest and old patterns.
In yoga philosophy (especially as described in Patanjali's Samkhya and Yoga Sutras), these inner dynamics are often described in terms of Purusha and Prakriti. Purusha, pure consciousness, represents our true essence, while Prakriti, the material world, encompasses all movement and change. When we identify too much with the turmoil of Prakriti, we lose touch with the calmness and wisdom of Purusha. Yoga helps us restore this balance, but sometimes there are blockages that lie deeper, for example in our relationships or family patterns.
This is where systemic work can be a powerful addition.
Recognizable Patterns and Invisible Dynamics
Imagine noticing that in relationships you always tend to take too much responsibility. Or maybe you feel constantly underestimated at work. Often the causes of these types of patterns lie not only within yourself, but also in the systems of which you are a part, such as your family or work environment. Systemic work helps make these dynamics visible. The “knowing field”, as Bert Hellinger calls it, is a place where you can experience how your inner and outer world come together.
Ego and Essence: The Way to Freedom
In the psychology of Carl Gustav Jung, this tension between who we think we are (our ego) and who we really are (our Self) is also described. The ego helps us navigate the world, but it can also keep us stuck in old beliefs. Systemic work, like yoga, offers a way to connect with our essence and release the baggage of the ego.
For example, in a systemic work workshop, a participant may discover that their tendency to always withdraw has to do with an unconscious dynamic in the family. By recognizing this pattern and taking a new place, space is created for growth and freedom. It is an experience that is felt not only mentally, but also physically and emotionally.
Yoga Sutras and Systemic Work: A Practical Connection
The wisdom of the Yoga Sutras and the insights of systemic work complement each other beautifully. Patanjali's promise that we can rest in our true nature becomes tangible as we learn to understand the dynamics of our lives. Systemic work is like a yoga mat for your inner system: it shows you where you are stuck in old patterns and invites you to relax in who you really are.
Get involved and discover it for yourself
During a systemic work workshop you get the opportunity to look not only at your own patterns, but also at how they relate to the bigger picture. It is a safe and surprisingly practical way to experience clarity and connection. Whether you have been practicing yoga for years or are just starting your inner journey, systemic work can help you sink deeper and become more balanced.
Are you curious? Register for the workshop and discover how the knowing field, your essence and the wisdom of yoga philosophy come together in a unique journey within. We look forward to welcoming you!