Yoga for a World Out of Balance: Teachings on Ethics and Social Action [Paperback]

Every aspect of our life has a part to play in the greater ecological system, Michael Stone explains in this book. How do we bring this large view to our yoga practice? According to Stone, our responsibility as human beings is to live in a sustainable and respectful way. He says two things need to change. First, we need to understand the relationship between our actions and the effects of our actions. Second, once we see the effect of our actions in the human and non-human world, we need practical skills for learning how to make changes.

Using the five principles (yama) described in the Yoga-Sutra attributed to Patanjali, Michael Stone offers a basis for rethinking ethical action and the spiritual path.“Thought-provoking.  Stone is unusually passionate and sophisticated in his approach.  The book needs to be digested slowly, because in it Stone calls on us to change our minds and lives.  Fortunately, he not only provides guidance on this path but also inspires us to follow it.”—Yoga Journal

“An essential read for anyone trying to seriously practice yoga today.”—Yoga Magazine


“Yoga for a World Out of Balanceprovides guiding principles with a holistic vision that sees beyond simple black-and-white into today's more complex issues.”—Elephant Journal


“The world has been calling out for a book like this.  Michael Stone affirms the potential of yoga in our world, and the book is necessary reading for anyone who is looking to do an engaged, authentic practice with integrity, intelligence, and sensitivity.”—It's All Yoga, Baby blog


“The careening horror of our environmental dissent has all of us off balance. Michael Stone provides some excellent advice about how to find a place on which to stand.”—Bill McKibben, author ofDeep Economy


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