28/10/2025
In the midst of every crisis lies an opportunity.
Similarly, in yoga, challenges should not be treated as obstacles but as invitations—opportunities to confront and overcome them within ourselves.
Overcoming the fear of falling in Sirsasana is not merely physical courage; it is the act of overcoming fear itself and developing mental steadiness.
Discovering pain and knots in the body is part of understanding our own physical and emotional patterns—revealing what holds us back from performing an asana with freedom and awareness.
When practice evolves from shapes to sensations, it marks a deepening of our inner connection.
Through this inward journey, we cultivate compassion toward ourselves, which naturally extends to others.
For these reasons, Iyengar Yoga emphasizes daily practice as the true handbook for understanding yoga.
The deeper one practices, the greater the self-understanding and clarity. This inner clarity becomes the foundation for authentic teaching—allowing one to transpose and transform that understanding in the hearts and minds of students.
For teachers, regular and sincere practice transforms their teaching methodology.
• Teaching shifts from being rule-bound to becoming an art form.
• Classes move from instructive yoga to experiential learning.
• The structure of a class transforms from a fixed format to a dynamic, responsive flow, adapting to the needs of students moment by moment.
