Unlike that first experience at 27, nowadays, at 41, each time I roll out my mat I focus not on how I’d like my body to change but on how my body is. Sometimes my lower back asks me to skip upward facing dog and I respect that. Sometimes my body craves going upside down and I respect that too. I am constantly humbled by the poses I want to do but cannot. More often, though, I take pride in my newfound ability to overcome the “shoulds” and just let things be.
Read MoreNot one person in this community has ever made me feel “less than” for the size and shape of my body. In fact, I have always felt empowered to try new things to make myself more comfortable, like Jan’s suggestion to stand with my feet at hip’s width distance instead of touching in standing postures, which has been a godsend for balance as someone with hips as naturally wide-set as mine. Who knew one simple shift could create such a strong foundation, literally and metaphorically?
Read MoreDo not try to achieve perfect health, bodily perfection (whatever that means) or performative/perfected asana.
They don't exist and it will make you feel bad.
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