On paper, it makes sense, but in practice, it's one of the most difficult yogic principles to apply, in my opinion: Aparigraha, or as it's commonly interpreted, non-attachment. In the section on the Yamas - one of the eight 'limbs' of yoga, as outlined in Patanjali's Yoga Sutras - we're advised to let go (of people, possessions, outcomes...) in order to avoid the suffering that comes with the potential for loss, and loss itself. If we don't cling on to the thing...

I've been to some weird and wonderful places on my travels so far, but none more so, perhaps, than the one in which I find myself right now. It's a small island in the Northern hemisphere, with a cool climate - a very cool climate actually, particularly at this time of year. The people are friendly, the scenery can be breathtaking, and there's lots of cultural stuff going on. It's a bit expensive, but I've organised a homestay, and my 'hosts' speak really good En...