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The Yogis encourage us to follow just these three simple rules that will make our lives more peaceful, better, happier, and more joyful.

Be kind. Do the best you can. Allow others the same privilege.

These three things are what's at the core of the yogi philosophy. If you were to remember only one thing about this philosophy, it is these three simple rules for life. Embracing these three virtues leads one to living the perfect life.

Be kind to everyone, regardless of their appearance, opinions, or beliefs. It doesn't matter if it's a loved one, a family member, or someone who has treated you poorly in the past or currently. It doesn't matter if it's a stranger—anyone deserves kindness.

When was the last time you felt good after being unkind to someone? When you are kind, you naturally feel good afterward. It is the simplest of the virtues, and it will make your life much happier.

Do the best you can in anything that you're doing. Even if you are doing something you don't like, it happens to all of us. You're not going to always do things that you love doing. You're going to have to learn skills and be forced into situations and circumstances where you may have no choice but to do something that generates good income and at least pays the bills, but you don't really love doing. But that doesn't mean that you're not going to do your best. Always do the best you can.

Because, number one, you will feel good about yourself, more confident, and empowered. You will learn more and see what you're really capable of. And you'll develop a disciplined and hardworking mindset. Number two, you're going to open doors and opportunities for yourself because people will see that you're doing the best you can and that you're always striving to learn and be better than yesterday. Doing the best you can will also allow you to create great things that will be valuable to others.

Allow everyone the same privilege. Allow everyone to be kind, allow everyone to do their best, and allow everyone to allow others to do their thing. Don't try to force people to do something. When you do certain things, that doesn't mean that other people will like the same things or believe in the things that you believe in. Don't try to force people to think like you, believe what you believe, or do what you do. Allow them to follow their path. And if you can provide guidance, if it's a person close to you, or if you have a community that follows you, guide them or let them guide you. Whatever the case, everyone must learn by taking advice and through their own experience.

The world is a melting pot of different ideas, races, languages, and inclinations. Everyone is their own center of thought and consciousness. What makes them happy is totally different from what makes you happy. Allow everyone to do their best, make mistakes, keep growing, keep stumbling, keep discovering, and follow their path.

If you follow these three simple rules, you will be able to have a peaceful life that will make you more confident. You will be able to savor the joyful moments and appreciate the difficult times. You'll be able to be truly present and make connections with people. You will be happy and satisfied at the end of each day because you know that you did your best, you were kind to other people, and you allowed everyone the same privilege. And that's all you need.

These are the three core principles of the yogi philosophy. Embrace them.

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Rob Cook 2 years ago

I think these 3 core principles could be transformative. For me, the most challenging is to reconcile and be kind to one or two people who have been unkind to say the least. To me or close family. But that’s my challenge. Living a life achieving these core principles is not easy. They need focus and concerted effort.

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Manuel EnriqueAuthor2 years ago

Thank for sharing your thoughts Rob. Indeed, it is easy being kind to kind people. It is much harder to be kind to people who haven't been kind to us. Same happens to me. It is a daily commitment. Keep up the good work!

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Eva Lane2 years ago

I am always trying to pass on that kindness, love and acceptance of everyone is so very important. Showing God's love to all is what life is about.

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Manuel EnriqueAuthor2 years ago

Beautiful. Keep shining your light Eva!

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Cathy Jackson3 years ago

I try and do this daily teaching young children. They need to discover these principles early.

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Manuel EnriqueAuthor2 years ago

Yes! Some of the most important values a young child can learn. Thanks for teaching them =)

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Cynthia Jones3 years ago

I always embrace the lessons life has taught me because they are not just for me but to pass on to someone else.

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Manuel EnriqueAuthor3 years ago

A beautiful way of seeing life. Thanks for sharing!

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Trish Batten3 years ago

Very good -I try to live these principles the best I can each day! Meditation helps !

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Manuel EnriqueAuthor3 years ago

Yes, it helps indeed. I try my best too =) Thanks for sharing Trish

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H. Whitley3 years ago

The eye's are our window's we should fill them with the beauty that surrounds us. Lessons may be difficult but if we look and get thru the ugly the beauty will become more constant in our lives

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Manuel EnriqueAuthor3 years ago

Thank you so much for sharing your kind and beautiful words. I appreciate you =)

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Cilton Beard3 years ago

Very insightful Thank you for sharing your experience

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Manuel EnriqueAuthor3 years ago

Glad you liked it =) Thank you for reading

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Diane Sweeney3 years ago

Thank you !Simple and easy to do

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Manuel EnriqueAuthor3 years ago

Happy to hear you like them Diane. I appreciate your support!

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Carmen Rafaela3 years ago

I like this alot.❤️

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Manuel EnriqueAuthor3 years ago

Thank you Carmen! I am glad to hear you like them! Kindness to everyone =)

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Vanessa Dumont3 years ago

Love this! Much like the Four Agreements but only 3.

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Manuel EnriqueAuthor3 years ago

I am happy to hear you love them! I also love that book and other works of Don Miguel Ruiz :)