How a physical yoga practice can influence your life.

Consider this: you dedicate an hour to practicing various postures, some of which may be challenging for you. However, you approach them with honesty, and deep listening to your body's limitations and not letting the ego take over. (This act of tuning into your body and listening to how it feels is a valuable lesson in itself.) As the practice nears its end, you settle into a pose called Savasana (Corpse pose), which symbolizes the death of the practice. In those few brief moments of stillness, you begin to surrender it all. You let go of the poses you enjoyed and those you struggled with. You allow the breath to flow freely, shifting your awareness from the external senses to the subtle energies within. You become a witness, observing and feeling without any expectations. You let this surrender on your rectangular yoga mat serve as a reminder. A reminder that this practice and space are meant for you to cultivate stillness, centeredness, and a deep connection with yourself—a homecoming of sorts. Embrace all aspects of yourself, the ones you like and the ones you don't. Embrace the postures you enjoy and those you find challenging. From there extend the same approach beyond the mat, by embracing every aspect of your life. Show up fully, not just for the things you like, but especially for the things you don't. Approach every life situation (posture) as sacred, recognizing that each holds its own lessons. It’s not about one being better than the other; it's about finding balance in all aspects of yourself—body, mind, and breath.