Originally, from a client and then again from Dr. Divi
Length of time since starting Bikram Yoga:
Approximately 3 months of Bikram Yoga, Hatha Yoga intermittently since 1979
Classes attendend per week (average):
Twice weekly, currently
Occupation:
Coaching/Mentoring Gifted Adults
Hobbies and activities:
Coaching/Mentoring Gifted Adults
Progress with and through the yoga:
I sustained a knee injury nearly 40 years ago and have had pain from it ever since, making me unable to take stairs.
After only 4 Bikram classes, I noticed my knee was no longer as painful.
I have been meditating for 40 years and over time lost the physical connection. Currently experiencing a reconnection of body/mind/spirit. Helps quiet the “monkey brain” that we all have.
Additionally, I have made going to Bikram’s a part of the ongoing process of letting go and finding balance in life.
Fears about starting the yoga:
Endless…heat, age, weight, past injuries, arthritis, not being able to keep up, etc.
Would like to tell people who are hesitant:
Read the many wonderful stories and testimonials of teachers and students- each one was hesitant at the beginning. Thank you Divi and Ed for making this the supportive nurturing place that it is.
Other changes:
This 90 minutes is for me, most of my time and energy goes to others. This is a wonderful way to ‘fill the well’- no one can give from an empty well. We have more to share when there is overflow.
