When I first started yoga I would come to my practice to try and remove racing thoughts from my head. Now, after many years of practice, I have learned to watch those racing thoughts and to get curious. No judgment, just notice π
Self-care gets a bad rap but really what it comes down to is ~ "taking an active role in protecting oneβs own well-being and happiness, in particular during periods of stress.ββ£
We are exposed to SO much stimulation. One might even say we are bombarded with notifications and emails... and the need to be constantly available. Sometimes having to put down my phone for an hour feels like cutting my own arm off! But then all of a sudden, I can breathe again and be less reactionary in my day to day.
Yoga is like this. It is a practice of coming back to your breath, of being aware of the warn air on your skin, the sun on your face, and the scents in the air. It is self care in it's purest form, so you can just.... be.
Take care of yourselves. xx Love Jess
Curious about Yoga Teacher Certification? Jessica Nobrega and Josee Jarratt, along with the Yoga Science School lead Certified 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Trainings in the Okanagan. Find out if this is the right fit for your Yogi journey!
Email Jessica or learn more at yogascienceschool.com.