I have practiced the last 3 days in a row. My life is in a huge state of transition, but I plan to come to my mat every day even if I can't attend a class. Last night's class was so cleansing. I almost didn't go, because I felt sluggish and achy, and generally unmotivated. But, man I was so glad I went! My teacher brought her 2 little nieces visiting from Africa and they trotted around and touched us in child's pose and down-dog. It was great to see such adorable girls! They made me feel good about life.
The practice itself was awe-inspiring. I don't have words to describe it. We moved through a lot of heart-opening poses and backbends, culminating in my favorite moon pose-to transition from July to August, the heart of summer to the closing of summer, my favorite season. Spiritually, I felt my intention was support. Through all my poses I tried to remember to strongly pull my strength toward my center (my spine and my core) where I am supported in all my actions.
I am feeling so much better. The first 3 days of sobriety were very difficult emotionally, and I wondered when I'd ever come out of the fog. I am so relieved it was a short-lived misery.
Namaste~
