Monday, June 7, 2010

Day One

I knew this was going to be a challenge. I am now certain of how big a challenge it will be for me. Halfway through the class I thought to myself, "how can I cancel this 30 day pass without hurting anyone's feelings," and "what the fuck have I gotten myself into?" (Yes, I sometimes curse in my head) Other than the mental challenges that arose throughout the course of the 90 min sequence, were the extreme physical challenges that I experienced. I felt nauseous, felt like blacking out, felt really overheated, and at times I felt like punching something. Other times I felt strong, empowered, powerful and radiant. What a strange combination of thoughts.

Even with all these thoughts however, my mind felt calm, or at least calmer. (Imagine all the thoughts I have when I'm not practicing yoga!)

Now as I write this- just 30 minutes after having left class, I feel cleansed, refreshed, energized, focused and calm. I feel reconnected to my body- through a very vigorous practice. It feels somewhat like appreciating the sun because of the rain.

Halfway through class I was going to cancel my 30 day pass, but I think I will stick to my plan and show up again tomorrow.

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