Yoga Magic

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Health is the greatest gift, contentment the greatest wealth, faithfulness the best relationship.” – Buddha

“No matter how much it gets abused, the body can restore balance. The first rule is to stop interfering with nature.” – Deepak Chopra

There is a song in the playlist I practice yoga to – Magic by Coldplay. When I hear the words and rhythm while I practice I feel strong and focused – successful for that moment. I focus. I realized recently that I do think yoga is magic; it’s a transformation to a more positive way of life on and off the mat. This is the magic I feel on the mat and off the mat, a lot of it’s interchangeable and becomes one as part of my whole being. Are you looking for some magic?

On the mat:

• Get stronger
• Get longer / more flexible
• Improve breathing
• Improve balance
• Improve posture
• Increase self-awareness
• Reduce stress
• Increase resilience
• Increase the ability to focus
• Find clarity
• Focus on the present moment
• Self-regulate
• Reduce pain and tension
• Follow one instruction at a time

Off the mat:

• Improve sleep
• Improve mood
• Reduce stress
• Relax the way you react
• Pause before you respond
• Take a breath to calm down
• Practice a pose you like to unwind
• Increase confidence
• Reduce insecurity
• Improve cognition
• Increase clarity
• Take a moment when you need one
• Realize that you have choices in how you feel
• Improve breathing
• Slow down some of the aging process or allow you to appreciate it
• Remember to practice the present moment
• Remember that gratitude is a way of life
• Be humble and kind
• Strong, balanced, flexible
• Stand upright
• Understand how to improve imbalances
• Encourages you to have “overall” healthier habits

If you feel you could benefit from a positive transformation, find a yoga class that works for you. Be consistent. You will grow into the magic. You know it’s true.

The magic I see is when someone comes to class and works with the mind and body they have today leaving the class feeling better than when they came in. I see healing relationships when parents come with children. When two or more people come together, the magic is the bond that’s created through their practice together.

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Thank you for reading my thoughts and sharing yours. I am thankful for you.

All my best,

Nancy

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About Nancy Whitman

Nancy Whitman is a certified yoga therapist (C-IAYT), yoga teacher, and author. She specializes in empowering you to improve your well-being. Nancy is registered with the Yoga Alliance as ERYT-500 and is certified through ACE as a personal trainer, health coach, and fitness instructor. She has a Master's degree in Education, MaEd.