Willow Glen Yoga

“When I first began to do inner work it was a mob scene in there.”

~Ram Dass

Holistic attention is attending to both the body and mind as interconnected aspects of the whole self, fostering a state of overall well-being and presence.

“Our bodies are not just machines we inhabit; they are the living, breathing expression of who we are."

Mark Matouse

After a long hiatus from traditional yoga classes, yesterday I unrolled my mat beneath the intertwining branches of two magnificent trees, their silhouettes etched against the vivid blue sky I felt a sense of peace and tranquility.

The sweet melodies of birdsong mingled with the soothing live music, enveloping us in a symphony of love and life. The surroundings provided a serene backdrop for our practice, offering moments of joy and wonder amidst the challenges.

As I moved through the initial poses, I felt a deep connection to the earth beneath me, its solidity and grounding presence a reminder of our shared roots. The sun's warm embrace enveloped my skin, its rays a gentle reminder of life's ever-present radiance. A soft breeze danced around us, its touch a whispered invitation to fully inhabit our bodies and savor the present moment.

Suddenly I found myself navigating the familiar challenge of reconciling the poses with my body's innate wisdom. As someone who prefers the bottom-up approach of somatic movement, I noticed my tendency to disconnect from my body's intelligence in favor of the more top-down, goal-oriented nature of yoga.
This became particularly evident as we transitioned from downward-facing dog into a low lunge….
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From Struggle to Ease: Unlocking Lunge with a Somatic Approach After a long hiatus from traditional yoga classes, yesterday I unrolled my mat beneath the intertwining branches of two magnificent trees, their silhouettes etched against the vivid blue sky I felt a sense of peace and tranquility.

Your breathing indicates very clearly the
state you are in.
~Charlotte Selver

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