Yoga
We all want to feel loved, open, free and
peaceful. We all desire to let go of the ideals and expectations of the ?world?
and be simply still. What if you had permission to be anything your heart wanted
you to be? What if there was no right or wrong way of doing yoga poses, just
simply YOUR way. The way that feels good for your body, mind and spirit. That is
yoga to me.
There?s a smorgasbord of yoga labels all
around us. Each having its own fancy term or cool yoga gear. It?s a bummer to
see yoga magazines or videos with the same types of bodies representing yoga.
This sends a message to the world that yoga is about looking a specific way.
Instead of getting lost in the confusion, I chose to start really looking at my
responsibility in this. Most of my clients share with me that they don?t feel
comfortable going to a yoga studio. One, they don?t look like a yogi, two they
might not do the poses ?perfectly?, and finally, they don?t know where to even
start. So many labels to choose from, so little time!
This is a very common experience with the
people I teach or know. It is extremely challenging to go to a studio and relax
when immediately you have to get your legs in lotus position. How uncomfortable
is that? Yikes. Or you are so busy doing power yoga that you forgot to breathe
or relax, feeling sore as you walk out the studio. Since I have experienced both
being uncomfortable as a student and teacher I feel it is my duty to spread some
of my truth around.
There is no label or box to fit yoga in. When
I first began teaching yoga, I felt as if I had to ?be? a certain way. Speak in
a particular soft tone, and know all the right terminology. I?ve realized it?s
the total opposite. The more authentic I am, which means, giving myself
permission to be Jenny, giggling, hugging, singing, sharing, being as
transparent as possible, gives the student permission to choose to do the same.
Yes, poses are a part of yoga, and they do
wonders for your body! But yoga is not about the poses or how long we can
balance. The body listens when its given an opportunity to connect with your
true self, and not edit what comes out.
Releasing the need to force your body into
poses that hurt and allow yourself to explore what DOES feel good. To make your
yoga practice, like life, all about you.
Instead of wishing for the world to change
their box on what yoga should be, I decided to create and be the difference.
Teach yoga from my heart, and allow it to guide each class. Whenever I share
with my students that it?s perfect to be exactly the way they are, my eyes well
up. It feels good to share what I have yearned for in a yoga class.
If you feel uncomfortable going to a yoga
studio, you are not alone. Listen to your heart, and listen to what your body is
sharing with you. Start investigating and asking around for guidance on what
form works for you. You are worth it. Give yourself permission to BE yourself no
matter what. That is yoga.
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