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Home » Personal » A Love Letter to Yoga

A Love Letter to Yoga

Published: Sep 26, 2013 · Modified: Dec 24, 2014 by Rebecca Pytell · This post may contain affiliate links.

Dear Yoga,

We met about 9 months ago, on a cold and gloomy December morning.

I had some extra time on my hands and decided to use that free 30 day trial form myogaonline.com.

I started with a nice easy flow and was surprised by how you made me feel.

I knew we needed to met again, so I scheduled a date the next morning.

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This went on for awhile until my trial ran out. Then I had to hurry and find a new way to be with you.

I came across doyogawithme.com and their classes were all free.

We could see each other every day if we wanted.

Then I got busy with school again and only had time to see you once on the weekend.

But that was okay, at least we could check in and keep in touch.

We kept this up and then once school let out I decided I wanted to see you more.

Tuesdays and Saturdays became the days we met. And I loved every minute of it.

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We are keeping this schedule even with the start up of school, but things seem to be working out, yes?

You have made me so strong, both physically and mentally.

You have taught me who to breath and find peace.

You have allowed me to get frustrated, yell, cry, and hate you at times.

But you keep drawing me back and allowing me to find peace, love, joy, stability, and happiness.

You help me work through my problems and stress and you never rush me or get angry.

You are patient and kind.

We are good for each other even though we don't always see eye to eye.

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When we get together, it is just you and me.

No judgement, no expectations, just time to connect with ourselves and the space around us.

Thank you Yoga for being a true friend, a shoulder to lean on, and a love that I am so glad to have met.

Love and Namaste,

Rebecca

No questions today, just leave your thoughts and love if you wish. Have a peaceful Thursday and get in some yoga this week.

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  1. Gin

    January 18, 2016 at 11:36 am

    Crying. 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      January 18, 2016 at 12:13 pm

      One of my favorite posts 😉

      Reply
  2. Kathy Shea Mormino, The Chicken Chick

    October 06, 2013 at 7:09 pm

    I need to develop the patience to enjoy yoga! It really does look very rewarding. Thank you for sharing with the Clever Chicks Blog Hop!

    Cheers,
    Kathy Shea Mormino
    The Chicken Chick
    http://www.The-Chicken-Chick.com

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      October 06, 2013 at 7:15 pm

      You definitely should give it a try! There are so many forms. Choose a power or hot yoga class and you will never be bored!

      Reply
  3. tamaralikecamera

    September 29, 2013 at 11:27 am

    I just photographed a Yogi last week and she had some good moves. So do you! I have never tried it but I've heard it would be good for my stress. Thanks for linking up with our Ladies Only Blog Share Link Party!

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      September 29, 2013 at 11:44 am

      Yoga is wonderful for stress! Give it try and I can bet you will fall in love!

      Reply
  4. Mrs. Murphy's Law of Fitness

    September 28, 2013 at 9:14 pm

    I love this. I have literally been struggling with how I can fit yoga into my schedule. I have thought about doing the online yoga thing. Do you like them? I know I need it in my life and must find a way to motivate myself into making it a habit.

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      September 28, 2013 at 9:44 pm

      I love being able to turn on a class anytime any day! I only use free classes so my selection is limited but I rotate between about 5 different ones and never get bored.

      Reply
  5. Joy In the Midst of...

    September 28, 2013 at 8:22 pm

    I stumbled across your post through #LOBS. I love how you illustrate your relationship with yoga here. I love yoga so much, and I agree, it's always a struggle to fit it in amongst all the other things. But the clarify and peace I feel when I'm done - it's amazing. Your asanas are beautiful.

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      September 28, 2013 at 8:30 pm

      Thanks Stevie! Yoga is so wonderful and I wish everyone would give it a try, non-yogi's do not know what they are missing out on!

      Reply
  6. Ronni

    September 28, 2013 at 4:42 pm

    Beautiful post. I need to get back on my mat. I really, truly do.

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      September 28, 2013 at 4:44 pm

      Thanks Ronni! 🙂 You definitely should, even if it is only a few Sun Salutations in the morning. Just something to reconnect with you body and spirit!

      Reply
  7. Liz

    September 26, 2013 at 8:46 am

    I Love this post! Yoga has gotten me through more things than even friends could. It is where my soul is truely at peace. I have to check out that website though! 😀 Thank you!

    Reply
    • strengthandsunshine

      September 26, 2013 at 3:38 pm

      It is a great resource! And Yoga is so wonderful. I can't believe it took me so long to try it!

      Reply

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