A really good friend of mine today bemoaned the fact she hasn't been to yoga in awhile. She said her body and heart and mind all missed it. She's been neglecting this important and basic way of taking care of herself, and now she's feeling it. At a time when she needs it most (school, kids, relationships, LIFE), she let it go.
Without yoga, her well was running dry. And even though she was hiking and biking, her body missed the consummate depth and body/mind/spirit connection of a yoga practice.
Now she's committed to coming back again and taking care of herself as a first priority, as a way of replenishing the source.
There really is something special about a yoga practice. The way it meets the needs of both body and soul is hard to replace. The way it gives such a focus to all the other aspects of life. The way it energizes you and provides deep relaxation. The way it makes everything make sense.
Does this situation sound familiar? We all go through this. And sometimes it can be difficult and overwhelming to come back. But, like my friend, you eventually reach the point of understanding that going to yoga practice is about honoring yourself. Taking care of yourself is taking care of all the other aspects of your life. Besides, it just feels so dad gum good.
Even if you can't make it to a practice, on your own do 5 minutes of something: a few favorite asanas, some deep breathing, some smiling. Try counting your breaths down from 50, focusing on LONG exhales.
So I invite you to come back. You'll be met with a smile. And it'll feel great.
Welcome back home,
Scott
1 comment:
Just read your Holy Moment in Hell today. I fully understand the experiences you have described. I've read a lot of your weekly sharings and wonder where you have gotten your spiritual knowledge? In my lifetime I have come across very few people that are such serious seekers that have attained, not just talked about a deeper understanding of life. I used to take your Restore classes at Kula and CCY when we were living in SLC and my husband went on a rafting trip with you.
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