The first rule of yoga philosophy is called ahimsa, which means a
state of being harmless to self and others. Some people interpret this principle
to mean that you must also be a vegetarian to practice Yoga. There is already
an argument going on in the yoga community about this issue. I believe that, becoming
a vegetarian is a personal decision; and whoever is planning to become one
should decide within himself, consider his present health condition and most
importantly, take into account the effect of his decision on his entire
household. Being a vegetarian should not be forced on people. It’s all about
choice! The harshness in the act of
imposing vegetarianism on individuals who are willing to practice Yoga, has not
really expressed the concept of ahimsa.
