Vanessa Johnson Yoga

Yoga or Pilates?

For a long time, I thought I had to choose one.

Yoga feels like coming home to yourself. It’s slow, grounding, deeply connected to breath. It stretches not only your body, but your mind. It teaches patience, balance, and peace. Some days, that’s exactly what I need — to sit, breathe, and simply be.

Pilates feels different. Strong. Focused. Intentional. It challenges my core, improves my posture, and reminds me how powerful my body truly is. It’s less about stillness and more about control and precision.

But here’s the truth — it’s not about which is better.

It’s about what your body and soul need today.

Some days you need softness.
Some days you need strength.
Both are beautiful. Both are valid.

Listen to your body. It always knows the way.

Sharath Jois, esteemed Ashtanga Yoga guru and grandson of the legendary K. Pattabhi Jois of Mysuru, has passed away in Virginia, USA. Known for his dedication to the practice, Sharath made a lasting impact on the global yoga community. His teachings and legacy will continue to inspire many.

Today I have friends waking up and celebrating in tears of joy.

I also have many friends who are truly devastated over the last 12 hours.

Both of these groups have extremely strong passionate views and each one has that right. 🇺🇸thank goodness we do!

Some of my very best friends and others that I consider family do not vote the same as I do. But I know despite our different political views we still love each other. I know their hearts and they know mine.

Some of my friends will be boasting and some will be truly terrified. One may not understand the others feelings at all, and that is okay too.

Let’s be kind and honor each other. Let us pray for our country and each other.

-unknown author. ❤️

Home practice

Morning classes beginning in April at GMTower on Soi 20. Tuesday/Thursday

Yin Yoga and the Art of Letting Go | Yoga Anytime Yin Yoga invites us into a more intimate relationship with Self, through mindful inquiry, stillness, and surrender.

Classes have resumed at JUSMAG THAI. Come join us on during lunch Tuesday and Thursdays

Hello my Bangkok yogis. Classes will resume at JUSMAG on Tuesday 16 August for Yin. Hope everyone is enjoying their summer break.