SEPTEMBER

Theme: “Building Trust & Confidence”

Self-doubt creeps in sometimes. I don’t do this or that because…

• I’m not strong enough.
• I’m not flexible enough.
• I’m not fit enough.
• I’m not sure if I like it.
• I don’t think I’m good at it.
• I’m afraid I might hurt myself.
• I’m afraid I look silly.

It’s all coming from “I’m not good enough.” (My old friend…)

The first step is to try, then effort and patience.
When you choose not to stay the same, you’re already on the way to get where you want to be.

Confidence comes from recalling the obstacles and challenges that you overcame in the past.
Every small step forward is the trail.
You were scared, you tried, you failed, and you overcame.

“Past progress is proof of future potential”

Yoga & mindfulness practice are the same.
You build confidence and trust in yourself by trying, getting frustrated, almost figuring out, failing again, trying again, and finally finding your best.
As you repeat that, you’ll know yourself and your body better.
You trust yourself and your own abilities to make appropriate choices.

You see all the small pebbles of accomplishments trailing behind you – your history of resilience and source of confidence.

We will try challenging poses this month. Modifications are always available.

• 9/5: Crow Variations
• 9/12: Headstand Variations
• 9/19: Firefly Variations
• 9/26: Wheel Variations

Love, Yūka