know shaking, know wobbling

Yoga is a meditation.

Concentration on breathing, elimination of distraction, singularity of focus.

(on a six count breathe, on self alignment, on the parts of the breath)

Slowing ones breathing with attention can alter your brain state

and make one more susceptible to instruction and suggestion.

Like whispering in the right ear of spouse, take out the trash.

One might purchase Amway products, believe est is a good idea, invest with Bernie Madoff.

Or dutifully take out the trash.

In a meditative state people hear what is said, not what is meant.

This is the summer of "know shaking, know wobbling."

Each day I try and stand still after each standing posture and feel the body rocking back and forth on unsure feet, seeking stability like a roly poly clown.

Know shaking know wobbling.

This Monday morning 6 am silent class, with just a continual reminder to change.

At one point everyone was elegantly lost.

Posture tip of the day: Janushirasana with Paschimottanasana Head to Knee Posture, Stretching posture concurrently. In the third (center) stretch, legs together, pivot at the hip joint with straight back, like a plank. Keep your head and eyes toward the wall or mirror. Move your chest to your thighs, chin to your toes simultaneously. Do not use arm strength. Expand the rib cage, loosen the shoulders, let go of muscle tension in the head back and arms to allow the exhale to gently move your body straignt forward and down.