Sometimes it feels impossible. Flow. The calming of our mind, the being completely present, the breath that happens when we challenge our bodies just enough.

I find it easier to find flow in a class, as a teacher or a student, partly because we all act as inspiration for each other, partly because at the studio we aren’t distracted by the paraphernalia of our busy at-home lives.

At home, I can struggle to release oh-so-super-important thoughts like: “Oh, I forgot to do the dishes.” “I need to remember to to send that email.” “Oh yeah, I need to call so-and-so.” Sometimes, I think these thoughts are sooooo important.

But some days, like this morning, I manage to not judge my mind for doing it’s job and not judge myself for occasionally attaching to the thought. I use challenging asana–a posture I’m still working on, or one that I hold longer than my mind would like–and my breath to gently guide my awareness back to the present.

Some days, it all comes together and I simply…..flow.

By the way, I was once lucky enough to have a Style Statement session with uber lifestyle revolutionaries Carrie & Danielle. Mine is Tailored Flow, and it’s been a guiding force in my choices. If you want one, I really recommend their book. This goes far beyond what you wear.

Home Practice: Flow

July 4, 2008