YES AND NO

I read two blogs routinely -- Christina's and Dakota Yogi's. Both, to varying degrees, have been using themes in their classes of 'yes and no'. Then, yesterday, I attended Wayne's class at Kula and his theme was 'boundaries', which - the more you talk about it - can be condensed to 'yes and no'.

Seems to be an energetic flow going on here, don't you think?

My life off the yoga mat right now is a play of 'yes and no' also. On the one hand, I'm excited to be seeing my grandsons for the weekend (YES!); on the other hand, I have a phone hearing with the Department of Workforce Services this morning at 9 a.m. regarding the Independent Contractor status of yoga instructors at my studio (NO!).

Additionally, an opportunity for a workshop has developed that's fun and exciting (YES!); but, in checking with other local Anusara® instructors, it appears there is a conflict (NO!).

The whole pathway to Anusara® certification (or, even, applying for Certification) is strewn with "yes's" and "no's". Videos - which will get us there (YES!), are difficult to shoot, don't reflect the real tone of classes, and carry a LOT of weight (NO!). Working with mentors is an enjoyable learning experience (YES!); hearing what needs to be improved before approval is given is not always easy (NO!). Trying to work into challenging, needed poses is fun and personally expanding (YES!), not being able to get your backside where it needs to be is a real letdown - a sign more work is needed (NO!). This paragraph could go on and on, so I'll just stop here.

YES is the expansive, good feeling we get when things are running smoothly, we have events to look forward to in our lives, we feel we are learning and growing. That all is right with the world.

NO brings us back to our not-always-blissful reality.

YES AND NO make our lives balanced. Imagine a life with only "yes's"; then imagine a life with only "no's". Even I know that balance between the two is the recipe for a good, well-lived life.

Off to the telephone hearing this morning. My friend, Cindy, is helping me with the Gentle Yoga class this morning. Cindy's background includes tons of Anusara® training; a degree in Physical Therapy; and - now - she's working on her Pilates Certification (the girl is a learning machine). She's also fun and creative in her teaching; my students love her.

So, we're going to pull what we termed a 'tag-team' approach to teaching today. She'll start the class at 10; when I'm done with my phone hearing, I'll take over. Not the usual practice, but - then - this is a most unusual Anusara-Inspired™ Gentle Yoga class.

Enjoy your Wednesday,