Beginners need to accept that all mindful body training begins with their failure of intention. Acceptance frees us up for to enjoy a yoga class. And we can all use a little more enjoyment!
Prepare ourselves for class by setting a reasonable and attainable intention. I would suggest a beginner’s first intention is to let go of agenda; to participate by being in the class until it ends. If you have an experienced yoga teacher who remembers their first practice, they will know “no agenda” is enough.
A good teacher understands if you want to spend the whole class just relaxing on your mat. A good teacher wants to provide what you need. If this is what your mind and body need, that is fine. Just stay.
If you want to try just one or two poses that is okay too. Then if you keep bringing your attention back to your intention, you will eventually find what you are looking for. Because what you are looking for is also looking for you!
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I will be announcing soon in-person 60 minute Hatha classes in Trenton in early January 2024.
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