Why I don’t do headstands. Part 3. Making Changes.

Amidst all the pain and upset in my life due to my neck, yoga seemed to be the thing that was helping me cope. I started practicing a much slower pace of yoga and it wasn’t long before I realised the intentions I set myself on the mat also applied to other aspects of my life. I noticed how much kinder I was to myself, to those around me and how I seemed more able to cope with what came my way. I was less wrapped up in the past or panic stricken by the future and instead able to focus on dealing with one thing at a time. Don't get me wrong, I didn't just master the art of living in the moment and find total balance in my life - it is a never ending process! But the clarity that I was creating on my mat by breathing deeply, exploring movement and acknowledging the state of my mind and body, was aiding my ability to apply the same notion off the mat.  

Up to this point, I had stopped listening and was putting myself under huge pressure to behave in a certain way and keep up with everyone else around me. Once I was able to drop this I began to see clearly again. For so long I felt as though I had been drowning - always paddling like crazy but my head only ever just above the waterline.  So, to cut a long story short, this is what yoga has taught me. To stop, to breathe, to listen, to take stock, to trust, to understand that you have choices, to connect, to inquire, to believe, to be kind, to open your heart and most importantly be present. 

Thank you for listening to my story.  If you are struggling and need help then please get in touch. I would love to connect with you.