Yoga in Practice

Interdependence

You are human through the relationships and connections that you make. This is the African concept of Ubuntu, whereby a person is a person through other people. We are made for interdependence. I need you in order to be me. Our class today will remember this deeper truth by moving from the periphery into the core using twists and backbends.

Interdependence

26m 46s

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    Breath and Relaxation

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    Seventy-seven percent of Americans report physical symptoms related to stress and anxiety. Today we will ease into a practice that opens our ribcage so we can breathe more deeply. We’ll finish with a guided relaxation called yoga nidra, or yogic sleep.

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    Strengthening the Back

    S4 E412 - 26m 46s

    One of the most common physical issues people deal with today is lower back pain caused by too much sitting. In today’s class we will work on strengthening the back for better posture. When you enjoy good posture a natural self-assurance arises.

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    Tend to the Roots

    S4 E411 - 26m 46s

    During the recent upheavals of life I have found it comforting to engage in the nourishing activities of daily life. Tending to the roots has created an inner resiliency that helps me face future uncertainties. Let’s grow some roots today.

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