I am impressed with the intensity and depth of this group. This isn't your quick in-and-out 'multilogue'(appropriately coined by Wazier). Sometimes it takes me days to process the new posts before replying.
((and WELCOME to all NEW and RETURNING friends of this forum!))
I began my yoga path with no knowledge of benefits other than physical stretching. My first teacher spoke very little, only directing the poses. After several months of practice, I started noticing my mental abilities and focus had improved. I witnessed the change before I knew to expect it.
As WAZ put it, "your focus is thoroughly pragmatic; that is, you invest your body & mind in the “how” of it more than explaining the “what” or “why.”" I wasn't initially taught the what or why, but certainly got the HOW!
As a teacher, my primary focus is on the 'how'. (I admit I love to teach the 'what' and the 'why' as well!) I see students progress at different rates. It is very nice to get feedback from a student who has made a breakthrough or discovery of some concept or principal working in their lives.
I believe the heart of yoga teaches us to be aware of the here and now, allowing us to fully integrate and ENJOY the path as we travel it.
Cheers to all on this 2004 edition of the path!
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-Bryan
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