Yoga

Back at the lodge was the last class. At this class there were less students than there was a week ago. For this class we practiced more breathing. Breathing in yoga is important. Breathing is the the essence of yoga as it assists us in connecting with the subtle energy within. It is through the breath that we are able to navigate different levels of consciousness. Moreover, breathing consciously has a biological effect on our mental, emotional, and physical state. For some people yoga is taught as a spiritual practice, but for me I am not spiritual and I practice to relief myself from stress.

Is yoga used as a form of meditation in your practice space(s)? If so, ow is meditation practiced? explained? If not, why do you believe meditation is absent from your "yoga" practice?   My practice on Tuesday there were less student practicing. We were in the same dimmed room next to the kitchen where it is loud with the staffs working. This time i brought one of my friend to do yoga. She thought it was hard, but really fun. I had the same feeling at first, but I told her it would get easier. Yoga can be a form of meditation. When I meditate, it would be relaxing, stress free, and quiet with no distraction. Doing yoga is similar minus the distraction from the kitchen but other than that it would be a perfect setting for yoga/meditation. I would do meditation if i'm ever have any stress or to calm myself down.

How is defined in the context of your practice space(s)? What kinds of connections are made to this definition and your group practice? Are there connections made outside of the context of the practice space? On Tuesday 3/26 when I went to the Lodge to do Yoga, it was the same setting. Dimmed lights and this time not that many students were practicing. The kitchen was also loud. We practiced on breathing and other posture this time and was really relaxing. Whenever I do yoga, I feel relaxed and at that moment I do not think of anything like my studies, what I am going to eat for dinner. Being in a dimmed environment with no distractions is peaceful to me. When I am in my room I always have my lights dimmed or turned off and it would relax me. Another place that would keep me relaxed is in the gym when I have my songs playing. Doing yoga keeps me relaxed and calm.