Tiny Leaps, Big Changes 638 - Why You Should Try Yoga
In this episode, we look at the benefits of trying yoga.
Written By: Lisa Hagan | https://www.instagram.com/lisalee_wellnesswarrior/
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The Problem
Our world is one that, if enabled, will take us on an endless race with no pause for breath.
There is always change. There is always a challenge. There is always a climb. But in this process there is one thing we all should be searching for, stillness.
That moment where we pause and everything else falls away. How often do we allow ourselves such a luxury? How long can you allow yourself to pause without guilt creeping in?
The blunt reality is that if we do not allow for these spaces in our lives we will burn out. This is a fact. If you picture yourself as a cup full of water, going nonstop without taking those pauses is like pouring out from your cup without taking a moment to replenish your supply.
Does this image sound familiar?
Digging Deeper
The social benefits of yoga are readily apparent. As a practice it invites us to find spaces in
our body and movement. It prompts us to stretch and elongate our capacity. In its purest
form, mainstream yoga in our present world, is an exploration of how the human body can
move.
But if we explore beyond the physiological capacity it allows, and dig deeper to the
metaphorical invitation the practice enables. With this view yoga can become a moving form of meditation. Not pushing when your body needs space, giving yourself the grace of time to find more, allowing yourself moments of both stillness and movement.
The Solution
If you’re ready to give it a shot here’s the next step.
- Set an alarm half an hour earlier. This additional time is needed to frame our mindset.
- Find a space in your home.
- Dress comfortably.
- Sit on the floor or a mat if you have one.
- Stand slowly, breathing deeply as you do.
- Try a specific pose, you can find these with a simple google search.
- Combine 2 or 3 in a sequence.
Whether you are doing a guided yoga flow, or sitting in stillness, listen to your mind and recognise what your body is feeling. When you get into a position, focus on your breathing.