Michael

Last Wednesday, in my blog titled “Resistance to Yoga“, I talked about my difficulties in going to the first class. It had been quite challenging to close down the mind chatter that was trying to get me to stay home and not go.

This week was a little better, but I was feeling resistance again last night to go. So, I made up a silly prerequisite that said, “If my yoga teacher doesn’t call me on Wednesday, then I won’t go to the class.” She called me this morning at 10:05 and asked if I was coming to yoga tonight. Of course, I had to go now, since my prerequisites had been met.

The class ended up being really good. Surprise! I felt just a little bit stronger and little less tight than the previous week. Last time it took me 4 1/2 days for my hamstrings to recover. We will see how things go with this second class.

I’m glad I went, as I feel that each time I make the choice to go in the face of heavy resistance, I gain a little bit more control of my life. It may sound funny but that is what my inner struggle around this feels like.

Chewing away at a difficult change can be a good way to gradually work through it. Before you know it, the change you want to make has become a new good habit.

Have a great day!

Michael