Recently chatting before a yoga class, I was sharing a story, in which four other yoga teachers shared
a morning practice I was leading, we were honored with a particularly amazing sunrise.
(Pictured above) One of my students commented
on her love of one of the teachers that had attended. Then our conversation turned to the importance
of exposing yourself to various teacher and styles and how it aids in growing a
yoga practice. She then said that when
she started to attend my class she “felt like she was cheating on her beloved
teacher” it made my laugh to picture myself as the “other teacher” Seriously
though, to my loyal student, please cheat on me. I am always here for my
students. Step outside the box. Sure, I would love it if you experienced your
growth at A Hopeful Balance, but
follow your own path, just do some yoga. My dream is to be a student, and I am living my dream. I hope
we will be able to use our studio to attract quality teachers for workshops and
teacher trainings. And then we can all learn new things together. You can never
learn enough. Much Gratitude.
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Thursday, July 4, 2013
Stress, Weight Gain & the Benefits of Yoga
Stress, Weight Gain and the Benefits of Yoga
My hometown of New Bern, NC is a very complex area. There
are many transplants, and not just military. Moving can cause stress. I can only speak for
myself, but it was hard moving to a new place. With so many others experiencing
the same feeling… that can lead to some intense energy. I tried to eat my way
to happiness, but it did not work. I
had, however, received 40 extra pounds. I saw my doctors and I started on the right
path. While I was feeling more myself, the extra weight I gained was going
nowhere. So for two years I held steady at the same weight, fluctuating a pound
here, and a pound there. I realized the medication was a great help, but only
if I took care of the underlying issues. We all find our own path. My path included
counseling, Yoga practice and medication (I no longer have to take). I would have never found the counseling if it
wasn’t for the Yoga. That quiet time finally
gave me a chance to really connect with what I needed. a chance to just listen.
You know the sayings…. “An idle mind is a dangerous thing ~or~ is the devil's
workshop”… Well I say, for me, the
danger is being too busy… even God rested on Sunday. I am not saying Yoga is
the path for everyone, I just know the benefits I experienced in my yoga practice.
I want to share that in my community because I think there is a fit for it here
New Bern, NC.
Don’t take my word for it read these articles…
http://stressedoutnation.me (this is from a local yoga teacher in the
area Sam Love)
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