A sankalpa should be framed to achieve, to attain, to lead to the experience of change and transformation. When you hear, feel, know or see something pleasant or unpleasant, you notice a change in your mind and emotions. You should not only notice and experience but also live that transformation. If you have experienced bliss for only one second at any time in the past, then that experience can be extended. Gaining the ability to extend the length of experience is the purpose of tantra, whether it is in the form of shaktipat, yoga, lifestyle, a thought, belief, ritual or philosophy.
So, make a resolution which will have far reaching consequences in your life and for the welfare and well-being of all concerned. The resolution should express your creativity, your compassionate sentiments, honesty and simplicity.
If you want to make a yogic sankalpa, then adopt the 'Eighteen Ities' of Swami Sivananda.
Serenity, Regularity, Absence of Vanity,
Sincerity, Simplicity, Veracity,
Equanimity, Fixity, Non-irritability,
Adaptability, Humility, Tenacity,
Integrity, Nobility, Magnanimity,
Charity, Generosity, Purity.
Each month practise one 'ity'. If you are able to live these eighteen 'ities' for eighteen months, then you will gain something invaluable in your life.
Wishing you a very happy and fulfilling New Year!!!
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