Sunday, November 16, 2003
Is Yoga For You?
It is hard to escape the trend in North America nowadays of the popularity of yoga. One encounters images and references to yoga in subways, popular magazines and at the gym, to name just a few instances. The popularity of yoga is unquestionable; the question may be why and how do I make my way through all of the many unfamiliar terms, styles and forms that are being offered. To an unfamiliar eye, the mystical and somewhat curious world of yoga certainly may appear daunting and in some cases, confusing.
In my experience, once we have an understanding of something, take out the perceived threat and explore it with an open mind and contextual reference, we stand to gain from the potential that lies therein. Consider it analogous to traveling to a foreign country, initially not knowing the language or the customs, and then eventually relishing in the discovery of a new world.
