The dark still hugs the sky. A solitary figure stands at the top of a yoga mat.
Tadasana.
The stillness of night permeates. Peace and tranquility blend with the strength of a mountain.
Surya namaskaras begin in a patient and fluid and languishing pace, movement stirring as a day dawns.
A subtle yet bellowing breath stokes inner will and fire. Tapas.
Heart space arcs open into virabadrasana. The warrior beckons the first light of day to rise.
The pulse quickens. The breath deepens. Spirit connects with the universal power in homage and humility.
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I teach yoga in the morning. I have a 7 a.m. and an 8:30 a.m. class. I love yoga to start the day.
Maybe it stems from my tai chi practice which is also a dawning practice. My private practice begins at first light. I awaken my chi and wash my body with it and honor The Way with a regular physical ritual.
Surya namaskaras were originally practiced as a morning ritual. The sun salutation postures.
Salute the sun, cultivate a morning practice. -BYT
I get a lot of hesitation from prospective students about my morning yoga class.
“It’s too early.”
“I can’t move in the morning.”
Yogas citta vrtti nirodhah – yoga is the cessation of the modification of the mind (yoga calms and quiets the mind)
6 Responses
B ~ Beautiful! Your article just reminded me of how much I love a.m. yoga … used to get up @ 4:30a.m. for several years, and practice for an hour and I’m not even sure when or why that fell away .. I think it was the “time” excuse … I’m gonna reincorporate it into my morning routine! Thank you for the nudge! ~ V
Awesome B ~ you not only have a way of inspiring your students with yoga, but your words are an encourgement to those not practicing, and to those that are…….. thx
Oh Vanessa, your practice is already so disciplined and established. I would love to have you in my a.m. or Jade’s a.m. class but find your balance.
Thanks for visiting my site Lisa. And I hope to see you one a.m.!
belinda-your writings are a warm hug at a time when i especially need one. and a beautiful gift also. i have let the value and opportunity of my mornings slip away and upon reflection, i see the result. life-style shift ahead.
love-penny
Penny, I love you so much. Keep seeking your path and letting your path seek you.
B
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