I'm looking at "before and after" images of ten postures and writing a reflection on: imagery comparison experience of the process how to cultivate more of the subtle energetic qualities in my practice From my instructors: While this project is simple, it is crucial in your development as a practitioner and teacher to recognize and … Continue reading Ten Postures: After (aka “The Energetic Embodiment Project”
Just recently, I read a description of yoga as being like a diamond, with many facets that make up the whole thing. Before starting teacher training, I'd heard about some of the facets, with the most rudimentary understandings: things like pranayama (breathing), chakras (energy inside of us), and mudras (gestures). Now that I've begun the training, … Continue reading As if I Were a Heavenly Being: Ujjayi and Learning to Move with Victorious Breath
One of our first assignments was to have a friend take pictures of us in ten key anansas (postures/poses.) We will take the same pictures again after training. I dreaded this assignment, mostly because I prefer being behind the camera, rather than in front. I was also recovering from a nasty case of poison oak. … Continue reading Ten Postures: Before
Breath. Posture. Cue. 