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Greetings!
A recurring theme that has been coming to me over the last
couple weeks is the relationship between effort and ease. In today's world, we place a lot of emphasis on effort -
making an effort, giving it your best effort, taking great effort...
We think that only though effort can we product the desired
result. It is common to get
'stuck' in this train of thought, enabling a one-sided equation that lacks
completeness in its outcome.
For example when practicing a yoga pose if we only apply
effort, we miss out on the joy of the pose. We may become so focused on engaging the right muscles that we
actually create more tension and discomfort in our bodies!
It is with this realization that we introduce ease into our
pose, coupling softness and comfort with our effort, and thus creating a
balance that is more effective and positively enjoyable!
I think the renowned yoga teacher, T.K.V. Desikachar said it
very well, "It is attention without tension, loosening-up without
slackness".
And certainly, this concept is applicable in our daily lives
as well. Imagine if we:
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Gave something our full attention without stressing about
the result? Instead, we felt joy
in the experience.
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Maintained an attitude of firmness and vigilance without
obsessing about it? Instead, we
allowed ourselves to "let go" when necessary.
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Acted with strength & steadfastness without stubbornness? Instead, we combined
it with compassion and grace.
Through our yoga practice, we learn how to perfect this
equilibrium... to perform the ideal balancing act on and off the mat.
So the next time you feel yourself getting stuck in the
effort.... take a nice deep breath...
and allow yourself to feel the ease!
Enjoy,
Sheetal
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Nov Workshops in PA & NJ
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 Yoga Demystified! and
Just Breathe and Be
*** Sun, 11/15 OR
Wed, 11/18 ***
"Yoga Demystified!"
Location: Inner Light Holistic Ctr., RT 100 & Grosser Rd, 2nd Flr, Gilbertsville, PA
If you've ever thought
about doing yoga or simply wondered what all the hype was about, this is the
perfect event for you!
Get more Info!
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*** SAT, NOV 21st ***
"Just Breathe & Be" Breath-work & Meditation Workshop
Location: Onsen for All, 4451 Route 27, Princeton, NJ
Learn how basic breath-work and meditation can be easily applied to your daily modern lifestyle to bring about clarity and calm. No experience necessary.
Get more Info!
Sign me up to learn basic breath-work & meditation for a healthier me!
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If you are interested in bringing Anyone Can Do YOGA! personalized workshops to your workplace, home, studio or community center, please contact Sheetal.
We'll bring our wellness programs to you!
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Coming in December!
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 Yoga Essentials Workshop & Holiday Event
*** Sun, 12/6 OR Wed, 12/9 ***
"Yoga Essentials" Workshop
LOCATION: Inner Light Holistic Ctr., RT 100 & Grosser Rd, 2nd Flr, Gilbertsville, PA
Learn the fundamentals of yoga including basic meditation, breathing exercises, foundational poses. This shorter format is perfect for those wanting to learn yoga in "digest-able chunks". :) The style of the workshop is still the same as the full program - you will learn in a way that suits YOUR body with non-intimidating, personalized instruction. Class size is limited so sign up today!
Get more Info!
Sign me up for Yoga Essentials!
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*** Wed, 12/2 ***
Northampton Community College's "Holiday Boutique"
LOCATION: Northampton Comm. College, Main Campus, 3835 Green Pond Rd, Bethlehem, PA
The event features, local vendors, food & wine from the culinary arts school and...
chair massage provided by yours truly! :)
I will also have massage and yoga gift certificates and other yoga goodies!
Hope to see you there!
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