Brahmacharya

As we begin our journaling, we turn toward Brahmacharya, the practice of wise and intentional use of energy. This isn’t about doing less or denying ourselves. It’s about noticing. Noticing where our energy goes, what nourishes us, and what quietly drains us. Noticing the difference between effort that feels meaningful and effort that leaves us depleted. Brahmacharya invites us to choose enough, enough movement, enough rest, enough giving, so that our lives feel more balanced and sustainable.

1. When I hear the idea of wise use of energy, what does it bring up for me right now?

2. In my daily life, what activities or habits feel genuinely nourishing rather than draining?

3. Where do I notice myself choosing “more” when “enough” might serve me better?

4. How does my yoga practice help me recognize when I’m aligned versus overextended?

5. What would moderation look like if it felt supportive instead of restrictive?

6. Where in my life do I regularly give more energy than I can sustainably offer?

7. What drains my vitality most—and what might I be avoiding or seeking through that depletion?

8. How do I respond when I feel tired, overstimulated, or emotionally spent?

9. What boundaries—spoken or unspoken—would help me protect my energy without guilt?

10. If I trusted that my energy is precious, what might I choose differently right now?

These final prompts invite us to explore Brahmacharya through our physical practice. As you reflect, simply notice how your energy moved through the body—where it felt steady, where it was spent, and what choices helped you feel supported on the mat.

1. During your practice, when does my energy feel most steady and supported?

2. Where do I notice the impulse to push, strive, or override my body’s signals?

3. How does my breath reflect my relationship with effort and ease in my practice?

4. What choices on the mat helped me conserve energy rather than spend it?

5. If I practiced from a place of enough, what would I want to remember for next time?