Saturday, November 10, 2012

it's about practice

Practice, practice, practice!  It's something we all probably heard as youngsters - "practice makes perfect".  But there's something about that cliche that doesn't sit well with me - "perfect".  

Through our yoga practice, we strive not for perfection.  Our practice is our journey.  Some days our practice is full of a sense of joy, accomplishment; other days bring frustration and impatience.  The 2 experiences are equally valuable: those practices that come with ease teach us the wonder of joy, happiness, acceptance; those that bring frustration serve to remind us to be patient with ourselves, to examine the source of frustration and then let it go. 

Our practice is not about perfection; that is elusive.  Our practice can be our opportunity for growth, for introspection, for celebration, to cultivate patience and acceptance.  But only if we let it :-)

What do you embrace about your practice?   

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