“ Very
few people know what real health is because most are occupied with
killing themselves slowly… the body must be an intimate relationship with the
mind” Albert Szent –Gyogi.
“ Yoga for Health” – a book
that caught my attention as I was walking around a bookstore back home 25 years
ago. I kept that book and always carry
it with me wherever I go.
Year 1997, I signed up for 10 classes
of Beginner level when it was offered at my workplace. My
experience was great and I loved it
since then. The results were positive
and noticeable physically, emotionally and mentally.
It was an on and off relationship with my
mat until the morning of 2013. I woke up realizing that my vision was impaired on
my right eye. All that I could see was an intense white light, as if the sun
was reflecting the snow falling from the sky. I was referred to an eye
specialist immediately and was diagnosed with acute central serous retinopathy.
There was a chance of retinal detachment which can cause blindness and surgery
was a possibility. The cause is believed to be exacerbated by STRESS. His
advice was to avoid stress. I almost laughed.
How did it happen? I thought I was doing well- regular exercise, hot
yoga, work, family, chores, etc.. What did I miss?
I started to attend yoga classes as often
as I could. I was followed for a year and my vision started to get better,
thank God. The scar is still there and there’s a chance of re occurrence especially in stressful situations.
Year 2016, I registered for Teacher
Training. My goal is mainly for health reasons.
I want to learn the techniques so I can impart them on to my children.
Teacher Training definitely deepens my practice. I begin to understand that
yoga is not just doing and perfecting those poses, it is an integration of mind
and body. I believe that giving our body
at least a 15 minute break daily from everyday stressors will lower the risk of
contracting a disease. Allowing our body to relax and rejuvenate regularly will
keep our immune system strong. Being mindful of what and how we feed our body
will make a significant effect on how we feel. Although our head is
anatomically attached to our body, there are times that we lose touch with the
way our bodies are feeling. Being aware
of how the body feels during yoga class as well as outside of the class is
necessary to achieve a better understanding of ourselves. Paying more attention
to our own thoughts and feelings will improve our wellbeing , mentally and
physically.
I am so thankful for this wonderful
experience at the Yoga Centre Winnipeg Teacher Training Program. The
encouragement, advice, and support that were given to us by our instructors at
the Yoga Centre were amazing. The people I have met at the centre are all
incredible and awesome.
Marites L.
“Within the harmony of body and mind lies
the secret of health.”
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