Day 20 - Pause | BREATH - A 30 Day Yoga Journey
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- Take 16 minutes to pause. The focus on breathwork continues today, with an introduction of gentle breath retention. Building on our breath ratios, we will learn to implement a small conscious pause between our inhalation and exhalation… and the exhalation and the inhalation. Think of it as a circular thing.
Breath retention has loads of benefits and is safe to practice slowly with mindfulness. If you have serious cardiac and hypertension problems, you can skip it. Stick to the counts and enjoy the benefits of ratios as we all continue to learn to re-pattern so that we may breathe more optimally.
Your ocean breath, which we have learned and used in previous sessions, is a perfect match for Kumbhaka. Combine the two and explore!
Let me know how it goes for you in the comments below!
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You are doing great. You know that right?
10 days left in our BREATH journey. If you are already starting to wonder what you might do after Day 30, fret not, I have your back.
Stay present today and I’ll bring a variety of options to you. I promise.
I just finished today's practice and was thinking this exactly! I can't believe I've actually exercised enough discipline to start every morning on the mat with you and now I'm hooked. Thank you! ❤️Game changer for me.
Todays practice was so yummy!
Beautiful morning. Thankful and grateful . Simple massage helps especially for current situation . Thanks Adriene. You are awesome. See you Tom. Hugs🧘♀️😘
Hey there,
Adriene thank you so much for today great info in email on sanskrit for breath work pausing, inhaling and exhaling...I wasn't familiar with the sanskrit 🙏.... Lovely reminder to pause and the transitions in breathing today really helped at the right time (as always ❤️) needed it as feeling anxious past few days with lockdowns, and even though I know yoga is always there... Some days I'm too overwhelmed to even ground to try some pranayama, but this is where acceptance comes in I guess... Acceptance.. That I'm only human.. Of flesh & blood I'm made 😊🙏
10 days left already?! This is speeding by and I love every second of it. Thank you for sharing this amazing journey with us all!
This is the happiest place on the Internet ❤
Isn't it though? Adriene for President!
Yes!! I love reading through these comments after doing the practice as part of my morning routine. Leaves me in such a good mood 🥰❤️
@@Maulwurfn91 yesssssss!!!!! ❤️🤍❤️🤍
Yay!!! 🤩
Yes yes yes! ❤️
Anyone else love when Adriene breaks into song? Such genuine moments
Totally!!! Have you already tuned in Breath Spotify playlist? It's WONDERFUL to play on a loop 😀
Yes! It cheers my heart to know I'm not the only one who randomly starts singing 😄
Especially with the “hand mic” 😁
I love it, too! Always makes me laugh with joy!
@@cristinabelo6525 I listened to it yesterday! I loved it! I always sing with her too. I know that Adriene and I are the same age, because we know/love allllll the same music :)
Adriene: “I wanna know”
Me: I hope she sings.
Adriene: “I wanna know if he really loves me” 🎼
Me at the same time: “I WANNA KNOW WHAT LOVE ISSSS...Oh wrong song” 🎤
Whatever. Still musical. Still love.
I sing with her as well :D
Love it!
I started singing the wrong song too!!
Came for this comment. Yeah, wrong song, then kept singing hahahaha
I started singing with her too and after the yoga class danced to Whitney Houston
i went- i wanna know know know know WHAT IS LOVE?? oops wrong song
I just want to say that as a front-line care worker in a seniors home with a hefty covid outbreak, that your practice helps me so much at the end of my days. Being able to come home and get to the mat and let my whole day go has become extremely therapeutic for me. You've changed my life forever!!!
god bless you and keep you and help you be strong for your patients.
Thank you for doing what you do! 😍🥰
Thank you for your service! God bless you. Namaste.
Thank you for everything you do! I wish you all the best 🙏
We need more people like you in our planet, stay strong! ❤️
Thank you for all that you do. Love, prayer and faith to you and those you care for.
"Benji brought a stick to the practice today." * editor cuts to the side shot to show us Benji and his stick *
* me dying for how cute this is *
I love it! I love seeing Benji everyday.
Wait! I missed the stick. Going back to see it.
What kind of dog is Benji? Does anyone know?
@@kenmacdonell an Australian Cattle Dog aka Blue Heeler :)
So cute! I come to the mat for Benji!
This is my first, but not last, 30 days with Adrienne. Here's what I love the very most: that she teaches yoga as practice that can and should be taken intentionally and seriously, but absolutely not rigidly. Modifications of poses, centering our own practices and breath, talking about and to Benji, and breaking into song. This is so my kinda practice.
I can’t believe I used to just do hot, fast paced, boot camp style yoga! It was an aerobic workout, but nothing you could take off the mat and use to be a better, happier, more mindful person.
Yes it is my first 30 day as well and im so happy that i started
I know right? 🥰 So grateful for Yoga with Adriene
Days behind “schedule” but this fit Perfect for today. Be where you are in your journey! Thank you for this sweet practice.
I am even more behind and this comment made me want to get on the mat today, thank you
@@mariamperishvili6853 it seems every day I do is meant to be done on that day no matter if I’m “behind” this comment of yours made my day thank you!!
I'm also some days behind but I find it so relieving when I do come back on the mat. You go girls!
Thank you was going to give up not now xxx
Yes, same!! I'm a busy high school student, so despite good intentions, I don't always have time to practice. But I've been doing pretty well lately!
Me trying to focus on my breath: -- . --
Me when I hear that Benji is coming: 👀
Same here! ;)
Aside from the yoga, I also love listening to Adriene's words of wisdom. There is so much truth in what she said today. We need to pause. If everyone paused before reacting, the world would be a kinder place. 😊 Sending lots of kindness to everyone and a massive thank you to Adriene for another amazing session. 🌹🌞
Yes, the world would be. I can not tell how many times I have said something I regretted - just because I didn't pause to think about it. And - since when does Adriene post amazing sessions every day???
Took time to pause yesterday with my husband and son as we watched a fox having a nap in the sunshine at the edge of our field. So peaceful and safe and beautiful! It was a moment of stillness filled with wonder and JOY.
Ann Jenkins thanks for sharing that beautiful moment ♥️
🥰
Ahh that's such a special moment
At the end, I thought she’d say “Whisper... darn, I’m beautiful” again 😂
I’ll be whispering that for the rest of my life now 🥰🤪
I had a really hard time today showing up on the mat. I was frustrated trying to breathe. And then I said to myself 'It's OK, just do the best you can do today', so I curled up in child's pose and was breathing there with you. And that is a whole new dimension to my everyday yoga practice, it took me years to discover, and it's thanks to you.
I can't belive how these practices make me more disciplined and consistent.....yesterday i completly forget about yoga and i was laying in my bed at 11:30 pm and i had a moment when i was like "omg i didn't do yoga today" soo i got out of bed and did it and maybe this is funny but i felt proud of myself because i have commited myself to this 30 day and also thought that in the same time many people in the world practice with me is very empowering. I'm sending everyone lots of love and positivity.
I have had that same experience late at night (11 pm). ha ha Its worth it for the way we feel about ourselves afterwards right?
@@gailstoughton3989 I agree! 100%
amazing willpower and dedication! I actually mostly do the videos just before bed as they zen me out 😊 hope it worked for you too
Ok but starting off with the snuggly benji tent is just the cutest 🥺
"Darn, you're beautiful". First day of braces at age 37 but hail to being beautiful, in and out, to all of you. Breathing lots of love in and out. Thank you, Adriene, for yet again a beautiful practice
I'm such a dog mom 😂 She said "now we're gonna add the pause" and I heard "now we're gonna add the paws". Took my brain a full 10 seconds to remember that this was a YOGA CLASS for HUMANS and that there would be no dogs pranayama-ing 😂😅
Haha! Well one of my pooches obviously thought that's Adriene said as she joined me on the mat for the entire class today!
@@sallyalli4417 my cat loves to stretch out with me. What did we do to deserve animals 🥺
Pawnayama
I am so uplifted by everyone’s kind and thoughtful words on here, it makes such a difference to know how much positive energy is being put out into the world from this group that’s practicing each day! Big gratitude to Adriene for creating the space for us to gather! ❤️
So true! Thanks for including your positivity 😀
Aha! At the start of this journey, I looked at the longer sessions and thought “I will never fit that in to my day”. Today I see *just* 16 minutes and feel disappointed. THIS is testament to the power and importance of this experience with Adriene. Thank you. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I honestly ended the practice thinking "if this was 40 minutes I would 👏 not 👏 complain 👏"
Ha, me too! I followed it up with an old Adriene power yoga video ;)
Today I'll carry with me a new mindset: "Pause before you react." I have the tendency to be impulsive and this is an eye opener for me. Thank you Adriene!
Adrienne says “5, pause, relax the shoulders”
Me thinks “ how does she know I was shrugging them, 😂 “
Beautiful session and grateful for the reminder to take time and pause :)
Yes! Same for me, but when Adriene said, "relax the skin of the face".
She always tells me to relax the jaw precisely when I have my jaw tight
I really struggle with the breathing exercises and used to prefer just the poses. But I realise now I need the breath and pause so much more in daily life working as an essential worker. Thank you for these videos
If you still struggle with breathing try focusing on emptying your lungs as much as you can and then allow the body to suck the air back in rather than focussing on breathing in. This way you will become aware of the diaphragm so you are not chest breathing
Yes, the slow, deep breaths are everything, for calming oneself in the middle of a busy day! I have to use it all the time myself. hang in there!
I m used to the pause, but only 1 and that 2nd one made me panic kinda of thing, the strangest feeling... Good luck and take care out there!!!!and YESSS, THKSSS Adriene for those videos!!!!
Thank you, Suzie for being essential to your community ✌💚🙏
Wow nearly done my 13 hours shift and this has just totally brightened my day, thank you all and thank you adrienne 😍
Anyone else get a bit teary-eyed when they started massaging their own arms and really focusing on the sensations of physical touch? Hadn’t realised how much that’s been missing recently. Hope everyone’s staying safe and enjoying the moment to pause and be present. 💕
Thanks for acknowledging this, Kate! I thought it was just me...
@@ellenlederman5209 It’s definitely not. A friend of mine recently told me, and there are studies to back this up, that touch is so important to our physical and mental well-being. We’ve been touching each other less for decades, (development of mobile phones, etc.) but the recent pandemic has made it even harder. If there’s someone you can hug, please do! If there isn’t, then even a self-hug can do a little bit of good 😌
Sending you love and support!
Yes exactly! It was very emotional for me this time and I did shaded a few tears 😢
@@sarehgol5756 It’s normal, but hope you’re feeling better!
After moving back to college this week, these videos have sincerely been the light of my day. I have been homesick and have had trouble remaining in the present, returning to these videos each night is like coming back to a piece of home. I’m so happy to be able to have this comfort, thank you so so much Adriene for being such a wonderful part of our lives!
Speechless at how wonderful you are at what you do. So grateful!
For some reason, that image of someone hanging their laundry on their patio is extremly soothing. I can almost smell it too. Namaste, Adriene and the whole community 🙏
That caught me up in my feels and I cried a little.
I wasn't feeling strong yesterday. Still struggling with covid,was kinda sad because of other personal questions...so I was not in the mood, and didn't make the day 19. But today i decided "no...i'm not giving up". and did the 2 classes...And i feel so happy. I was needing a pause, but today I made it! Hope you all can make it too. We are all around the world...I'm in Brazil...and it's so nice to see so many positive comments. Thank we all for being pratice togheter.
Wishing you a full and fast recovery 🙏
Get well really soon!
Take care and hope you heal well! 💕
Sérgio Leno all the best luck to you and a fast and full recovery from Spain
I also skipped day 19 because i was having a bad day, then did 19 + 20 together. feeling so happy. hope you get better soon, buddy.
Adriene - today is my mom’s birthday. She would be 65 today but she passed away when she was 59. I almost skipped today because I am spending the evening with her doing some of the favorite things we would do together, but since I saw “pause” I decided to join. Surprisingly, you made me feel ever closer to her tonight. When you told us to look at our beautiful selves - I’ve always been complimented for having my mom’s beauty. She was the most beautiful person, inside and out, I’ve ever known. And then your wonderfully goofy personality when you sang, what I think is, a Whitney Houston song. My mom instilled in me to be goofy and authentic and to always have fun. That’s a huge reason why I do yoga with you. I get your personality, and it feels real to me. Thank you, for somehow magically bringing me even closer to the unforgettable Tina tonight.
How beautiful! What a lovely sentiment to your beautiful mom. xoxo
Did anyone think when Adriene sang “I wanna know” that she was gonna keep singing “ Can you showwww me I wanna know about the strangers like me” 😂🙌🏻✨✨✨Tarzan vibes haha it was definitely in my head for the rest of the practice 👏🏻👏🏻✨
That's what I started singing!!
@@kathleengracemartin2229 haha yesss!!!🌟
Yessssss
Today is my engagment so of course I had to start the day with adriene 🌌💜
CONGRATULATIONS! xx
Congrats!
Congratulations! Xx
Congratulations! Enjoy this bright day!
I kind of really don't want this to end!
Same!
Me too, honestly considering replaying it right away
i cant even believe its been 20 days already! 😱
@@StarKatz888 right😂😂 life is something!
Same here💓
Each day is a gift in this practice.
Oh man when you're doing the breathing and you zone out and you're only focused on the breath. Its so good.
I just love how Adriene breaks out into song
What i would give to go to a live class with all you people someday
We should definitely ALL do that!
Yesssssss please......
Ahhhhhh I am glad to be alive. 🧘♀️💞
Never have I ever had any other sensei.
"what happens on the four corners of your mat" - instantly thought of my mat as the life raft it has become. Thank you for this practice.
i love the image of a life raft, it really does feel that way sometimes, thanks for the lovely imagery! 🌿♥
that is such a lovely metaphor! thank you for sharing! I will definitely carry that with me!
The skies have cleared to a milky blue here in Dorset, UK after what felt like 40 days and 40 nights of rain (it was actually just 24 hours but crikes was there a lot of water 😬) There’s that feeling in the air like Mother Nature has just let out a long sigh, and now I feel like I have too. This was beautiful. You’re beautiful. Namaste, Adriene 🙏🏻💚
Hi! Fellow Dorset inhabitant here 👋
@@belindareay3264 Hello Belinda! Isn’t is incredible how many times around the world YWA goes? The feeling of community here is so lovely ☺️
Hi everyone! Wow, I couldn't believe how good that downward-facing dog felt after this Kumbhaka practice. Not sure why it felt so amazing, but it might have been my best downward-facing dog to date! See you tomorrow. One love
It was the same for me too! First time downward dog felt so comfortable and natural.
@@suzannehoyle3552 I know, right? Hope you're enjoying this yoga journey as much as I am. Stay safe. One love.
Tonight I decided to pause the bad thoughts that were going on and on in my head. This practice helped a lot. Thank you for sharing your time with us Adriene 🤍
Day 20: Pause, did ya’ll pause today? This world is so fast paced, so much so that I sometimes forget what it’s like to be alive today and just notice my surroundings. Be in the present moment. This practice was a favourite. Who knew that a little pause could do such wonders? Sending to everyone out there, hope it finds you ♥️
exactly :)
So true. If we pause for a minute we can always see a small wonder somewhere around us. For me it's the sea and the birds that always bring me back to the present moment ♥️
I think in the world we live in right now, taking a pause is really important. Love this breath work. Namaste xo
Namasté 🙏🏾
Adriene: " I could go on and on...you don't need me"
Me: YEAH I do!!
January 21st is an important day for me this year, a day to reflect and be joyful. So thank you Adriene, your words mean more than you know. I am alive today, taking time for myself. Thank you so so much!
And to everyone else: life is short, enjoy it!
Namaste xx
When Adriene invited us to start rubbing our shoulders, I said out loud “way ahead of you” as I had already been doing so for a bit. I love how present Adriene feels in the room, and I often end up speaking as though she was actually here which I find awesome!
I feel this too so many times! Sending love
Same here! Haha I'm always nodding along in agreement with her as if she is sat right in front of me haha. Such a loving presence that can be felt even through a screen!
@@rhea1673 Sending love to you!
@@amyhawkins9873 Completely!
Adriene: "whisper darn, I'm beautiful"
Me: *practicing right after waking up in my pjs, bed head, and crusty eyes* that's not what I'm seeing in my pond right now haha
Jennifer Dennin I'm👀 the beauty in your humour tho! Made me 😆🥰
I had to work hard to say that - and had to add the word, still...
There's a beauty to that, too!
I love pyjama yoga
Meeeee toooo!
But in all seriousness, I love how Adrienne says things in ways that make me smile, I get skeptic all when people tell me to look in the mirror and say I’m beautiful, bu my when Adrienne says to tell myself that “darn I’m beautiful” I smile, and when I’m smiling is when I feel beautiful 💖
I'm genuinely so surprised how much these 20 days of yoga have actually bled into my life off the mat. The other night a family member upset me but instead of reacting badly and escalating the situation, I closed the door, took a breath, and told myself that that breath was a new beginning. It really helped! I've found myself quite a few times coming back to the breath, I really love your focus on mindfullness in this journey. Thank you, Adriene!
Loved this one! I’m a little behind on this journey, but try not to pressure myself with guilt and just enjoy the process. Thank you so much, Adriene❤️
Me too! I've had trouble making it a habit. The chart of days is on my fridge, but there are more blank spaces than "x's". I'm determined not to feel guilty and come to the mat as often as I can.
this feels like a life lesson in mindfulness, this pausing the breath
Recovery, replenishment, rejuvenation, restoration, rest, invigoration, healing, calmness, lightness, softness
We all certainly need a pause...and what a blessing it is!
Good morning everyone ❤
Morning 🤎
It was a little bit challenging at the begining because I had to massage my dog and myself at the same time 😄
Love to everybody and every pets 💞
Me too 😂😂 both were on my mat asking for attention
P.S.: your dog is so cute 🐶
💖
SOOOO Much!
@@carollice thank you 💞 it's exactly the reason why I can't say no to pet him 😉
Same ☺️❤️
I really like the breathing ones. They help me to remain grounded amidst the chaos. And I love Benji! Don’t we all?
It has been far too long since commenting on your practices not because I’m not practicing but I am now using my television to do so rather than another device and therefore don’t see where I am able to comment…allow me to take a BREATH 😁and simply say THANK YOU ADRIENE! Since February 2023 Your practices have been life shifting for me and have brought me back to a headspace of mindfulness that I had been so desperately missing. Your practices, your presence on the mat, and the effort you put into making (me) feel welcome, knowing that I am loved and appreciated starting with my (inner) self❤️ Namaste🧘♀️
Damn, just 10 days left. Crazy how fast time flies, see y'all tomorrow.
Does anyone notice that the breathing feels increasingly sweeter to the soul and body as the practices progress? I found myself inhaling and exhaling for a count of 12 today and was surprised for a split second that I could actually do that. Turns out it's all about pausing and slowing the breath down. Adriene's singing along with benji's appearance at the end did it for me. Thank you, Adriene for having us do this soull candy of a practice. Much love. Namaste.
Yes! Sweeter breath!
Needed a shorter day today and boom Adriene provides ;) 20 days strong ma people 💪🏻 See you Tomorrow ❤️
I'm going thru some really rough days, plus my country is in total chaos- we are under attack and practically fighting for our lives, and I'm having a hard time holding everything together.
YWA is a real life saver for me these days. And this practice was so on point i really needed that.
Bright and early in rhe UK, great day to PAUSE 🌹🌹🙏🏾🙏🏾
Getting brighter and brighter in Bavaria too. Greetings! :-)
Also practicing and taking a pause in the U.K. 💕
Good morning! I did this practice a little later than usual today and I had sun light streaming into the room 😍☀️ wishing you and everyone else a wonderful day or night! ❤️
UK 🇬🇧 in the house, Namasté have a fabulous day, live from London💖✨
These breathing techniques are helping me so much in coping with my anxiety and bouts of mild depression these days.
Thank you for this wonderful program, Adriene, you don't know how much I appreciate and cherish it.
There is something so magical about giving yourself an intentional massage.
I was having a weird day and delayed doing my practice until 11:45 PM. This video managed to clear my mind in just a few minutes. I feel so much gratitude for these sessions and this community, true healing work is happening. Thank you Adriene and everyone else who practices along with me.
How does the breath sequence with pause effect how I feel? It makes me feel as if I am enough. Content. At peace. Sweetness.
Sending sweetness to all of you. X
Taking the sweetness you offer because I really need it right now. Be blessed 🙏
@@mybubbles5552 sending a bit more your way for extra gentleness.
Love from early morning in Norway❤️
Received and reciprocated one love ❤️ from London, England
Made it to the mat and today, Pause was great , Breathing and settling more into my body was even better then before . Thanks
You have no idea how much I love your energy and your practices!!! Thank you for changing the world and the people when Yoga! You amaze me Adriane!
Good morning everyone :-)
Good morning 🤎
Karaoke Starts At 12:07 😄😄😄
Benji Makes My Day Brighter 🌞
Perfect Day To PAUSE 😇
Benji has been an absolute 10/10 mascot for this journey!
You never apologize for your silliness and I love that about you. ❤️❤️❤️
as a person with anxiety, it can often feel like I don't have control over something as simple as breathing...this technique really helped and I'm going to use it once everyday to stay grounded in the present. Thanks Adriene
I suffer from anxiety too. These yoga sessions are having a positive affect on me for sure. So grateful!
@@brynnmatthews1730 isn't it nice? 😌I'm so glad to hear that and me too!
I was not at all into breath practice, like ever, but today it's the first time it felt like a warm hug. Thank you Adriene and everyone for breathing with me!
Thank you Adriene, I work as a Yoga teacher and I am enjoying your sessions so much..They bring me inspiration, joy and quality time on the mat. Thank you!!! Greetings to all beings here on the channel♥️
I love the nuggets of wisdom we also learn during our daily sessions. It’s not just yoga for the body, but also for the soul. 😍
Here we are, i am so proud of you all who are here to this day! 💙 namaste☀
Namasté 🙏🏾😉
Namaste! ❤️
It was the best downward dog of the year 🙏🏼
miss Adrienne I fell way behind because my sweet cat died, and I have had a hard time getting to the mat since. I honor where I am in my yoga journey and I know I am still practicing "live" with all of the souls around the world who practice yoga daily, and connect with you as a guide, daily. i honor myself by choosing to show up. Namaste 🕯🌟💟🕉
I'm so sorry for your loss 😔 and congrats for showing up! 💪
I normally do this in the morning, but I was busy busy all day and I am so proud of myself for doing it now in the evening instead of skipping it.
I can't believe it's day 20 already! This 30 day yoga journey flies so fast! Only 10 more days, fellow yogies! :) We can do it! Sending love and light to all of you and to you, Adriene and Benji! x x
Practice the pause and enjoy each moment with a deep BREATH...relax your mind and let go of today! When in doubt, pause! When you're stressed or frustrated, pause! When angry, pause! When tired, pause! Pause before judging! Pause before assuming! Pause before accusing! When you pause, listen, feel and be present! Keep taking time for yourself until you are you again! Thanks a bunch, Adriene & Benji ^^
Word! ❤ I will try to keep that in mind
Me dancing and jumping around to how will I know, immediately after this video. Oh yes, today is gonna be a great one!
This practice was honestly so good, somehow I feel like Adriene always knows exactly what we need and the days we need it on. I was going through a hard break up the last couple months and yesterday, when my ex asked me to see him again, I was able to just think it through calmly and turn him down without getting anxious or reacting super emotionally and it made me feel like all the daily yoga I've been doing is really, truly keeping me grounded and safe. I always know I can come back to this mat and be at peace with myself, I've learned to love myself more because of that, and let go of things that don't make me happy. And it' s all thanks to Adriene and her sweet, funny guidance (I laughed at loud during this video with the singing haha). Thank you for everything Adrene, my life has become a lot more less stressed and happier since I found you! And my posture improved so much!!
I chose a great day to do this practise in my pyjamas. 🤍
oh yes!! me too
and makeup free.
This was lovely, didn't want it to end! 🙂🙏♥️ Much love to the 600 people I practiced with this morning. And love to everyone in the US, it's a new dawn 🙂
A friend of mine’s grandma succumbed to covid yesterday. And it’s devastating to know that she died without her family. This is definitely a perfect practice, to pause and appreciate the beauty of life. To appreciate the ability to breath and play. Thank you, Adriene.
Benji bringing his stick to practise has made my day! This was my favourite of the series so far. I needed this today. I need to pause more 🙏🏻 xx
Anyone else on their period and very thankful for a Pause-Practice? 😊
☝️ Same here. I modified a lot yesterday and accepted that I don’t need to do every pose... just rest in child’s pose for a bit 💁🏻♀️😊 we are doing great 💪
I don't usually talk about this (I'm always embarrassed) but thank you @cara noé and @LioLioness - I feel connected to you girls now. There's a magic about finding someone somewhere who is experiencing things similar to you
I feel the connection, too. I know the feeling of embarrassment but at some point I just startet talking about it with friends and also male friends. And mostly they were really understanding and I felt relieved. Especially during PMS where I feel really depressed sometimes. But besides the pain or emotions I am fascinated by this cycle of life every month. It’s Like the four seasons in one month. ;) and for me my period is winter time and going inside, taking care :)... and then comes spring and summer and a lot of energy again 😊 you are perfect the way you are - no need to be ashamed ♥️
@@etristram8899 I understand that it’s hard for you to talk about it. Society taught us to keep it to ourselves and even feel ashamed. Women are not supposed to take up space. But that narrative is not okay. Bleeding from your vagina is the most normal thing ever. It means we’re healthy. It means we can have kids. Like how amazing is that? 😯 and for anyone that doesn’t want kids: Periods can be painful enough so we should at least be able to talk about it! Keeping it to ourselves makes us feel like we’re alone with the experience which is simply not true! Nowadays I talk about my period whenever I want to, even in public. And I have a loud voice!😂 It’s not my responsibility whether people are uncomfortable hearing about it or not. It’s a normal topic and we need to work towards a society where we can talk about it without receiving strange looks. The period and talking about it aren’t the problems. The stigma and lack of elucidation is! Sending love & strength to you to comfortably live your truth! (btw I’m not saying everyone has to talk about their period. It’s more about the freedom to talk about it if you want to)
A short, centering practice is exactly what I needed this morning - thank you, Adriene! And thank you everyone around the world for being there throughout this journey. Much love!
Wow my downward dog never felt this effortless and spacious, pure magic
I'm in India right now, and I could (and have had) ample access to so-called "purest", classicist teachers whenever I wanted. And yet I find the 30 day Journeys the easiest way for me to get to the mat daily. I'm overweight and often stiff with aches and pains and yet I have managed. Kudos to you for how gently and effectively you arrange the asanas and Pranayama sequences. Keep at this you're doing us all so much good.
I was a really bad sleeper. Falling asleep was always a big problem for me as I wasn't able to silence the worrying of my head. Since I started yoga I'm falling asleep easily with the help of breath ratio. 4 in, 5 out is what worked for me the best. Just another aspect of the benefits of yoga. 💙 I love breathing practices!
I am just so wowed by the starting session each day...Its so different than every other class out there....
You just create a aura of your own and we guys are sucked inside into YWA world..
Thank You and Much love
Pause was a lesson in unlearning. Thank you
When I went out for my walk this afternoon, I looked up to see the clear blue, cloudless sky and there was a beautiful hawk soaring through the space of it. I paused and just watched the bird’s lovely aerial show til he was out of sight. So peaceful and soul-soothing.
This past few days have been a turning point, especially today.
I find myself, even off the mat, more focused, more centered. Able to face the good things in daily life and to face, and let go, when grief is coming yet again to keep me company.
Thank you
I was brought to tears at the end of today's practice thinking about all the beautiful moments I have missed by reacting instead of pausing. Thank you, Adriene, for sharing your kind soul!
That sense of stillness I felt during the pause in breaths...unreal.
The breathing techniques have helped me in my recovery from Covid. So grateful to be part of this 30 day journey 💞