Laughter Yoga

Ever get in such a goofy mood that you can't stop giggling? And the last thing you want to be is serious? Well, that is what a laughter yoga class feels like! I finally got to attend one last Saturday at Camarillo Yoga Studio with a wonderful teacher named Roni. Roni got the whole group to engage in some pretty silly behavior and kept us focused on our breathing. It reminded me very much of being a kid, a silly kid! At the end of class as we settled down for some slower breathing, I felt an incredible energy running through my chest. Since that one class, I've been laughing more...its just comes easier to me now! I think everyone should try a laughter yoga sometime in their lives...they will never regret it!

Make time for yourself

Wow! It's been awhile since I was here last! Just haven't been guided to say anything for a while. I've been thinking about how hard it is for most folks to get to a yoga class. Many people have experienced the good feeling and the benefits yoga has to offer. However, I noticed there is a very small group of people that actually come to class on a regular basis. I know how hard it is to make the time to go to class. It is so much easier to attend to the needs of others or just stay at home and relax. I am guilty of the same and that is why I teach.... to get my butt into class! There are so many things we do on a daily basis that we don't even think about. Like getting dressed or brushing our teeth. Wouldn't it be great if we could go to yoga as if we are brushing our teeth? Not even hesistate and ponder whether we go or not! Maybe we just need to make it more of a priority and yes, to the dismay of others to go without hesitation! That is my goal and I hope you make it yours. Not just for yoga, but for the things that you know are good for you and make you feel good. Here's to happy and healthy 2008! Namaste.