05/09/2024
Why Kundalini Yoga?๐ง๐ผโโ๏ธโ
When people find out I teach yoga, the first thing they often say is, โOh, you must be so flexible. I couldnโt do thatโIโm not flexible!โ Flexibility is often associated with yoga, but itโs important to understand that flexibility isnโt the point of the kind of yoga I teach. ๐
In fact, my flexibility comes from years of training in various disciplines, not yoga. I began as a ballet dancer, focusing on discipline and perfect form. This love for dance led me to study it in college, perform abroad, and eventually become a teacher. Dance, along with extreme flexibility and aerial arts, was a huge part of my life. But these practices often placed heavy emphasis on how things looked and achieving perfection.โจ
Thatโs where Kundalini Yoga comes inโa style that often leads to questions like, โKunda-what? Did you say Kundalini?โ ๐
Yes, Kundalini. Itโs a type of yoga very different from the physical styles most people know. Kundalini is an introspective journey, deeply focused on meditation and spiritual growth. But donโt let that fool youโitโs also physically demanding, with kriyas (exercises) that challenge your endurance and strength in ways you wouldnโt expect.
So why Kundalini? For me, itโs all about freedom. ๐ฆ
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Kundalini shifts the focus from external perfection to internal growth and connection. Itโs a space where I can just be. ๐ซถ๐ปโจ
As someone who has spent a lifetime as a dancer and later as an aerialist, I was used to striving for precision, technique, and flawless ex*****on. While these practices are beautiful, they come with constant pressure to look perfect, and over time, that took a toll on my mental health. I struggled with endless self-critique, feeling like I wasnโt โgood enough,โ and constantly overanalyzing my performance. ๐
Kundalini Yoga became my sanctuary from that pressure. It doesnโt matter what you look like in Kundalini because much of the practice is done with your eyes closed. The focus isnโt on perfection, but on your own internal experience. Itโs about tuning into your energy and spirit, and embracing the journey, wherever it takes you. ๐
For me, Kundalini Yoga is more than just a practiceโitโs a tool for healing, self-acceptance, and spiritual discovery. It reminds me that presence, not perfection, is what matters. And thatโs why Iโm so passionate about teaching it.
Beyond my personal experience, Kundalini has introduced me to a wonderful community. At the end of each class, thereโs often time for sharing, and these conversations and connections have become just as meaningful as the practice itself. ๐ฉท
If youโre curious about Kundalini Yoga or looking for a different kind of yoga experience, Iโd love to invite you to one of my weekly classes or my next monthly event on September 22nd. Whether youโre new to yoga or a seasoned yogi, Kundalini offers something uniqueโan opportunity to connect deeply with yourself. ๐๐๏ธ
Iโd love to see you there! ๐ค
