Do you find yourself fidgeting in class (especially during Savasana)?
Does a five-breath hold on Downward-Facing Dog mean shift the hands for one breath, move the feet for the second, bend the knees for the third, activate the Abs on the fourth, and watch the bead of sweat roll down your nose for the fifth?
Does Pigeon Pose translate into "Squirmy-Wormy" pose for you?
I have noticed that we transpose our very natural and healthy desire to re-create past comfort or avoid past hurt onto our mat. We spend so much mental and physical energy to this end, that we totally miss being in the pose. Yoga tells us that only when we detach ourselves from past memories and impressions can we truly be present, aware and alive.
So, next time those hips raise up for Adho Muka Svanasana (Down Dog), stay put! Your instructor will indicate to move on soon enough! You may find something new and exciting - or maybe just realize how wonderful and fulfilling being here, now can be.
Namaste',
Iffet
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