Week 2 practice

I went to Yoga Nine again for the Thursday evening class. I have already created a ritual of going two Thursdays in a row, and plan on continuing to do so. I consider this a ritual because it is a repeated action that is performed, and it is in a sacred environment with others who may share the same mindset and intentions. 

The sounds of everyone's breath becoming sinked up with the instructors command creates a sense of oneness or community. When I tap into that Ujjayi breath with everyone in the room, it feels powerful. Another aspect of the practice that makes me feel comfortable is the dim lighting and neutral temperature of the room. 

There are no specific rules that are stated when you practice; they are basically understood by everyone. Many people use this time to turn inside and decompress from the stresses of the day, so it is important to respect that by remaining quiet, calm and reserved. The behaviors of the people at Yoga Nine are very admirable. It shows that everyone tries their best in their practice and treats it with the utmost respect. I really appreciate that.