This month I have decided to commit myself to a more mindful practice. I find, and I know I am not alone, that my mind wanders and all of sudden I may be practicing but it is just a physical practice or what I think "I should" be doing. My practice took a wonderful turn after a master class with Laura, I enjoyed two weeks of solid practice on chaturunga and learned so much! And then I was back to my waundering and not focusing. My first thought as I drove to a class was what would balance me physically and mentally, what poses do I visit less than frequently?
Easy answer, back bends.....My next question was how do I take the frustration out and turn it into something fun that I look forward to? I started with what I need and that is I feel as if I have time, I have to feel warmed up and I have to feel centered in order to focus on backbends. I did a little research and found a sequence to start with and added my own variations and got started. It is wonderful! And so engaging for me mentally. I will keep you posted as to how I am progressing and post it here! Namaste' Denise
