I went on a retreat for yoga teacher training this past weekend. An image is likely coming to your mind. Perhaps you just let out a sigh that was a mixture of relief and jealousy. Whatever it is you’re imagining, let me assure you. It was not that. I don’t mean to say it wasContinue reading “Not Your Average Yoga Retreat”
Category Archives: Yoga
The First Step on My Path to Teach Yoga: Overcome Fear
I drove past the Bikram Yoga studio in El Cerrito, California I don’t even know how many times before I finally decided to overcome fear and give it a try. Even then I couldn’t bring myself to do it alone. I had to convince a friend of mine to go with me. And when sheContinue reading “The First Step on My Path to Teach Yoga: Overcome Fear”
Reflections on the Breath
Bring your awareness to the breath. Without judgement and without attempting to change it in any way, simply notice the breath. I have a confession. I often find myself thinking, “Enough about the breath already. What’s the big deal?” My yoga teachers explain that the breath, prana, is the vital life force. We can surviveContinue reading “Reflections on the Breath”
Not a Great Day
“I am so angry now. I’m seething. My mouth is taut, teeth grinding. My fists are clenched. My 18 month old is screaming. Mostly because I don’t have it in me to show her affection right now. I’m not proud of this, but it’s the truth.” That is all the more I wrote during the 2.5Continue reading “Not a Great Day”
Laura Waldrop 