Dear Rose # 21 - Thank goddess for yoga

Rose is an amalgam of us - women in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond who are looking for somewhere they are seen, heard and listened to.

Dear Rose,

Thank goddess for Yoga!

Tonight, as I was getting my gear out of the car before class, my car key snapped in the lock. I only have one car key (it’s a long story).

I started the class feeling quite stressed—of course, it happened at the venue furthest from my home. I usually love being single, right up until I need urgent help.

But by the middle of class, the key was forgotten. Talking my students through a series of poses and breathwork, while demonstrating them myself, has a beautiful, calming effect on the teacher, too. By the end of the class, I still had a mission to complete, but the soothing effects of Yoga helped me stay calm.

Usually, a situation like this—only having one car key—would make me beat myself up for being irresponsible. But Yoga teaches me that’s pointless. Why shoot a second arrow when I’m already in trouble?

So, yay Yoga for the win.

Love, Em xx

P.S. I was overwhelmed by the offers of help from my students. I’m truly grateful.