Eye Rolls About Yoga

Close minded and ignorant, I rolled my eyes when I first heard of yoga. I imagined pretzel shaped fanatics doing some trendy, culty thing. Closing their eyes, chanting some strange sounds, trying to escape the world. Corporate robot, a traditional practical, focused and driven executive. No time for weird stuff. I was always into holistic medicine but never putting the two together.

Ignorance shifted to ignited in just an hour. My first class was in a big gym setting only because I was curious. What were they all doing in there instead of gym stuff like me? A novice, I entered the room, asked someone, "sneakers on or not?". Sheepishly took them off, found a stack of big black heavy mats, then watched others pour in. I gladly blended into this large group, although embarrassed to not know one pose, hanging in there from rolled eyes to a wide-eyed determined pupil.

I first got in touch with my physical body, noticing how I felt in the postures and movements. Then the shifts in my mental state from chatter and chaos to quiet and peacefulness as I followed direct instructions. The hardest part was the end, savasana/corpse pose. I just wanted that part to be over with, quickly. I didn't like being still. I had my to-dos, and the world was waiting for me to solve its problems. Oh brother. Honestly, It's still a struggle. Strong external awareness, less likely to give time for my internal thinking as that would be selfish. But over the years I improved as I began taking a hard look at why I am the way I am and now look hard at how my actions may affect others, and how theirs affect me. Kindness and the harsh triggers.

Because I found yoga, or maybe it found me, my life has been enhanced tremendously with much wisdom, knowledge and understanding. The tools of the trade and the best investment of time. My reactions to the kindness as well as triggers come from a heart and mind that is more compassionate and patient I believe. I am the sensitive, empath and realize the power of reflection first. I serve others best when I serve myself too.

I am a proud Yogi. I am a passionate teacher and guide for yoga. I love when others discover and explore. I love being a holistic nurse in this energy medicine. Join me on this journey of finding more comfort and enjoyment in your body, mind, and spirit. Yes, I said "spirit". And I chant "OM" now too. I don't care who is rolling their eyes at me anymore. As I say, "I am out of the closet", I drank the "Kool-Aid". Have some with me, please.

Your Grateful Guide,

Gina

Fusion Owner, Registered Yoga Teacher, Reiki Master Teacher, R.N.

p.s. So how has yoga inspired or elevated you? How have you "Leveled Up" in life for yourself, and others?