I hope all of those in the states had a lovely 4th of July. It was hot and humid here. The kind of weather that unless you're in a pool all day it's a little stifling. But it is Summer! In another couple of months we will be feeling "The Fall" in the air.
I've been reading more and more about the benefits of yoga and need to incorporate it into my life more. To help with flexibility and to just stretch out and feel loose. In yoga you are taught to sort of ground down through your feet to find your center and link your movement and breath. And you are to engage the core which is so good for your body. Any kind of core workout is key. And by learning to keep these muscles taught and strong can help you to do it naturally which also helps your lower back.
Yoga is like a moving meditation so you reap the lightness and patience benefits as well. You hold a position longer, breathe and feel it instead of "Rushing" to and from. Life is so hectic enough, if you can find the opportunity to slow down even for a few minutes, it will definitely add to your quality of life. Experience the lightness as you breathe and ease out of a movement and are able to let it go. Clear your mind. Also you can learn to be more aware of yourself and your surroundings. You can pay attention to the things that come up in your mind and why. What hurts. What you can do easily and what frustrates you. And by understanding this, you can call out the ego. No judgement. Just see the facts and say "Bye" to the things that are inhibiting you in any way.
It's a shorter one today! I have the morning free..heading to work by 11....so enjoying the extra cuddle time with my boys. Cuddles are the best medicine!! :)
See??
Have a great day everyone and keep THIS in mind as well!!
Leaving with a little Ray LaMontagne. He's amazing. SO soulful!!
xoxoxoxo
Tam
Yoga!
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