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The Three Gates of Speech

4/18/2020

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"The Three Gates of Speech" stems back thousands of years. There is some question of its origin but it has been widely accepted by Sages and other wise people that, "We are all one. What we do to others, we do to ourselves." Words and thoughts can empower or they can destroy. It is important to understand that the  words and thoughts we speak and think begin within ourselves; hence, the vibration first works on the speaker. 

This has always been important but perhaps no more so than in the present. We are living in unusual times. Some have found new found freedom and joy in family togetherness. For others, this is a very trying time with much concern, anxiety and fear. This is a time to really be mindful of our thoughts and words, to try our very best to be compassionate and kind. The philosophy behind "The Three Gates of Speech" is an excellent way to stay in check and use our powers for good.. Shine your light so someone else can shine.


1. In yoga we place our hands in Namaste (prayer position)
2. With your hands in Namaste put your thumbs on your 3rd eye (middle, lower forehead)
- before you speak ask, " IS IT TRUE"
3. Take your hands in Namaste down to place your thumbs on your throat centre
- before you speak ask, "IS IT NECESSARY"
4. Take your hands in Namaste down to place your thumbs on your heart centre
- before you speak ask, "IS IT KIND"


I feel that Namaste at your 3rd eye helps you know intuitively if it is true. Your throat or speech centre can help reflect whether or not if it is necessary. Bringing attention to your heart should surely help determine if it is kind.

Of course you can just run through these 3 gates of speech without using the Namaste mudra on each point. You can just think, is it true, is it necessary, is it kind before you speak.

Also we must be mindful that truth is not the same to everyone. We have our own truths. In the same way,  we may think it is necessary but down deep, is it really? Finally, to ask is it kind, should be a game changer. Even if it is true and you feel it is necessary, say it with kindness.

      If you have a choice of being right or being kind,
​                                         BE KIND!



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IS IT TRUE? IS IT NECESSARY?
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IS IT KIND?
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    In 2020, it is almost 20 years since, the Children's Garden began bringing yoga to children and their families. Jennifer and Barb (Yoga Barb) Westgate, were the first 2 in Ontario and the 4th and 5th in Canada to be certified children's yoga facilitators, through YogaKids. Since that time they have both studied under many other renown experts in the field of children's yoga, health and well-being. Jennifer, a speech and language pathologist, a certified reflexology and Reiki practitioner and a student of Sonia Sumar (Yoga for the Special Child), brings a well rounded experience to all children, but especially to those with different abilities. Yoga Barb offers Metamorphosis, Reiki and Emotional Support through her private yoga programmes and during group classes upon request. Her background in behavioural sciences, mother, child care provider, certified parent educator, and now "Gran" to 4, have enhanced her natural ability to provide a nurturing environment to all who seek her guidance.

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