On the Board at Good Life Yoga: July 23
Open to Grace
Last week, I was privileged to spend time with my dying 93 year old grandfather. Saying our final good-byes we discussed his ultimate departure from the body – Freedom – is the word he kept coming back to.
The first principle of alignment in Anusara Yoga harnesses this desire for freedom - Open to Grace. By softening and surrendering we open to the freedom that is our ultimate birthright. This freedom is the ultimate reminder that we are connected to something bigger than ourselves.
This intention to align with the big energy is foundational to our practice. Our attention to our physical foundation is infused with this intention. We set our feet in a way that offers the best possible alignment to this big flow. Each toe offers it share of devotion to the task. Right now is good. Right up until the end, my grandfather knew this truth, this universal principle – he opened to the Grace in his heart and was offered alignment with the greatness of his self.
Because of the unexpected interruption in our schedule, I will continue this theme through next week with a change in sequencing.