Mindful Moments
How to Choose a Practical Intention for Yoga
An intention for yoga can be a simple decision about how you want to approach the session. It does not…
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Mindful Moments
Does Your Mind Have to Be Quiet for Meditation to Count?
You sit down for a quiet moment and discover a busy stream of thoughts. It is easy to assume that…
Mindful Moments
A Brief Check-In Before Choosing Your Yoga Practice
Before choosing a yoga session, take a moment to look at the conditions you actually have. How much time is…
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How to Notice Effort in Yoga Without Giving Yourself a Score
During yoga, you may notice that an instruction takes concentration, a position needs adjusting, or the session feels more demanding…
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A Gentle Transition From Work to a Home Yoga Practice
Finishing work and beginning yoga can involve more than closing a laptop. You may still be holding an unfinished task…
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A Short Reflection After Yoga: What to Note and What to Leave Out
A reflection after yoga can be as small as one useful observation and one possible adjustment. You do not need…
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What to Try When Breath Counting Does Not Feel Helpful
Breath counting is one attention method, and it may not suit every moment or every person. You might lose track,…
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A Quiet Pause in a Chair: A Simple Alternative to Floor Sitting
You do not need to sit on the floor to take a quiet pause before yoga. A suitable chair can…
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Naming a Distraction During Yoga Without Overthinking It
A short label can sometimes help you recognize where attention has gone during a quiet yoga pause. You might notice…
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Is It Okay to Move During Final Rest in Yoga?
You can adjust your position during final rest. If you need to move a hand, change the support under your…