Yoga was nothing short of amazing last night. Each time I walk through the doors at Solid Ground Yoga, I know that change will happen and last night was no different. I often feel guilty about abandoning my original yoga “home”, Journey Home Yoga, but last night, I felt affirmed in my decision and knew that I was in the right place. I have always believed that each person comes into our lives with a purpose and that once that purpose is fulfilled, they float away. As I sat in the studio last night, I chatted and practiced with my new yogi friends, I knew that we are all there, in those moments, for a reason. We are all serving a greater purpose and as we puts our hearts and minds together, the pieces fall into place.
My old studio didn’t fill the needs of my schedule or the needs of my wallet and because of that, I had to look elsewhere. I needed to take three classes a week and I needed flexibility. I was hesitant to venture out into the world and find my yoga somewhere else. I was afraid to leave the place that drew me into the heart of yoga, the place that taught that yoga is not just a physical practice of the body. The place that opened my heart and allowed me to express emotions that I was always afraid to feel. The place that was my sanctuary from the burdens of the world. Because of that, it will always hold a special place in my heart and I am sure that I will be back from time to time. But for now, it fulfilled it’s purpose in my life and I wouldn’t change a thing about it.
Now, I have a new yoga home. A place that is beautiful and serene, the passion for yoga fills the space and even spills onto the porch and surrounding trees. There is laughter, love, hope and teachers that push me past the limits I have built in my mind. For me, this is the place that will mold me into the teacher that I want to be. Sure, I’m being officially trained somewhere else, a place that is good for me and also fulfills a purpose. But there is something about Solid Ground that connects me to my true inner being. It brings about my passion in a way that I never knew existed. I feel open and free to express my heart, my mind and my soul. It reaffirms why I want to teach yoga.
I stayed there last night for four hours and had to tear myself away when my bedtime had come and gone. I went home with a peaceful heart about my decision to move from one home to another. Everything happens for a reason and this was no different.
I really enjoyed reading this. I have also felt guilty for wanting to find a new studio. Lately, I’ve found myself racing to hot yoga after work and then just going through the motions and not being able to relax. It’s a hard decision to make, and the steep prices make the decision even more difficult for me!
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I’m so excited that you love your new place :) That is a great thing, and it definitely means that you’re heading in the right direction!
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I got your blog url from Steph at http://cookinfanatic.wordpress.com because I live in va as well! My dad’s girlfriend is a teacher over in Midlothian! I’ve never really tried out yoga but this post is making me really want to try it!
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Isn’t it funny how we get so attached to routine? I’ve actually felt guilty for going to a different Starbucks. Seriously.
I’m in awe that you can do yoga for 4 hours and have to tear yourself away from it. That’s love.
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I’m so so happy you came to Solid Ground Yoga, Christie! I love it too, and hope to have you in some of my classes real soon! Also, I am thrilled to know you are going through teacher training – you will be an awesome teacher : )
Aw, thanks for stopping by Linda! I am going to take your class on the 28th!!