We usually begin each yoga class by setting an intention once we have centered ourselves and arrived on our mats. Have you ever wondered why?
By definition, the Random House Dictionary says intention is: “ the act of determining upon some action. The end or object intended. An aim, goal, or purpose.” Yoga itself means to “yoke” or join. We join our movement with breath; we join our physical body with our energy body; we yoke effort with ease, strength with flexibility; we move slowly toward a more peaceful place.
When we begin a class with an intention, it is a way of bringing deeper union between the movements of our physical body and our subtle energy body (our heart, our spirit). In other words, what else is happening when we balance on one leg? If we “intend” this practice in honor of another person, or for finding clarity in our own spirit, the tree pose becomes much more than balance. By setting an intention, you make it clear to yourself & others what you plan to do. Some examples of intentions are:
*to learn something new
*to feel productive
*to be aware of the breath throughout class
*to release the events of the day
*to be present in a new & different way
Awakening Grace Yoga Studio is collectively (many of us at once) setting an intention of service & support for the Relay for Life “Team Believe.” Join us for a charity class by donation on Saturday March 9th from 2-3:30pm. Together, our intentions create change.
Molly Schlangen
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