This week I practiced yoga on Thursday night at Yoga Nine. The focus of the class was on binds. This was pretty challenging for me, but I realized I was more flexible than I thought I was. When practicing a bind while in a twisted triangle, I did not realize I could reach and grab my other wrist until Laurie pushed me limits and showed me I could. I appreciate those adjustments because they make me realize what I am truly capable of.

Though the class was difficult, I felt that my muscles were very stretched and elongated afterwards.  I realized this during Shivasana at the end, when Laurie told us to focus on what felt different in our bodies. I was a bit stressed throughout the day because I was very busy, but after I practiced, I felt more clear-minded and relaxed, which just shows how much of a positive effect yoga can have on a person's mental health.