The Nature of ️Action: Wisdom from the Gita

The Bhagavad Gita teaches that action is essential to understanding. The prince Arjuna, caught in doubt and hesitation, is told by Krishna that inaction is not an option—because both action and inaction have consequences.

Click below to listen to a talk on the nature of ‘action’ from the Bhagavad Gita included in our 200hr Yoga Teacher Training.

When we act, we gather real feedback from the world. Our bodies, emotions, and experiences provide data that the mind alone could never generate. We refine our understanding by doing, adjusting, and responding.

This is the essence of practice of Yoga and any other path of transformation. Whether it’s stepping onto the mat, engaging in breath awareness, or applying the principles of the Ayurveda to daily life, action allows us to see beyond the mind’s habitual stories.

The discomfort of the unknown becomes a space of discovery, and over time, right thinking follows right action.

Here at the Shala we understand the nature of transformation, which is why all our programs emphasize embodied learning—from our MoveWise Biomechanical certification, to our 200hr and 300hr yoga teacher trainings, to our Ayurvedic retreats, and more!

Explore our calendar for all our upcoming experiences to begin acting your way into new possibilities.

Whether you’re looking to refine your movement, cultivate presence, or rewire long-standing mental patterns, the Shala provides the space and guidance to step into action.

Join us in practice—your next step starts here.