Feb 13, 2023

It is my second week ‘formally’ teaching yoga after my YTT. Last week, I was able to insert Ahimsa (non-harming) as a theme. I encouraged the use of blocks to either support or gently ease their way in and allowed them to let go of the external support if it didn’t resonate with them – hoping to bring awareness and autonomy over their bodies. Today, I introduced Asteya (non-stealing). On the mat, I encouraged the practitioners to stay wherever their body allows them to be AT THE VERY MOMENT, and not ‘steal’ a body shape that may not fit their current body circumstance, oftentimes the fully expressed asana. Both Yamas allow them to honor their body and be fully present.


My cues are still all over the place but I’m happy to bring a deeper meaning to our yoga practice.


Right now, I still don’t have any clue what to make out of my yoga practice - contextualizing my identity as a Filipino and the practice being one of the many modalities for healing, meaningful existence, or whathaveyou.


Yesterday, I attended a community class. The whole idea behind it resonates with me so much. Maybe I’ll explore that. I don’t know. 🫠

a drawing of a man holding a book

Feb 27, 2023

I taught my last class for this month today. “Last” class because it felt like it closed a theme or a cycle of some sort. My goal for the whole month was to incorporate the 5 Yamas, which I kinda did. I’m happy that I got regulars in my class, I guess I found my people or they found their practice? Today’s class was really interesting - it was very diverse in terms of familiarity with asana practice. I was elated yet challenged by the opportunity. How do I establish a sense of flow for those who have practiced longer? How do I make it accessible without making them feel that they’re a “beginner” (which also doesn’t matter anyway)? Despite the wordy cues, I guess it all “worked out.” It’s a practice. I need to remind myself of that. I am only a facilitator and mediator - just a tool. It is their journey and practice after all.


Not in the right headspace right now. So many things happening at once - all bearing their own significant weight.

Feb 23, 2023

Grateful for the practice. Meditation has become my non-negotiable aspect of my yoga practice these days. I’ve already meditated a few times on the bus. 😆 Nothing else matters at this point.