Tag Archive | yoga
The Teeter-Totter of Yoga and Life
One of the things that drew me to yoga was balance. Not so much the standing on one leg thing, but that ebb and flow, give and take, a little here, a little there balance. What I’ve learned is that balance is not something that you find, define and replicate. It’s in constant motion and […]
Building Blocks of Handstand
When I teach handstands I refer to 4 building blocks. The good news is that even if you’re not ready for full-on handstand, you can work on the fundamentals or these building blocks, so the foundation is there when you are ready to try. Let’s address these in reverse order: Block #4: Exit Strategy One […]
With Eyes Closed and A Camera Lens
Sometimes when I practice, it’s with my eyes closed. It started at the gym yoga classes as a way to block out competitive urges or avoid the 360 degrees of mirrors interfering with my drishti (focus). Seriously, how can pay attention when everything you have self-doubt about is all right there in front of you, […]