Now
that I've been home for almost two weeks, I'm ready to write about my experience at Kripalu. My 9 days there was like going home to an old friend -- and that old friend was me! I got to spend quality time with myself without any interruptions, without other people's expectations of me, without the labels of mother, wife, and teacher. It was wonderful to go inside and connect deeply with Spirit and deeply with others. Being surrounded by incredible people who want to help others and change the world was inspiring. Meeting people from all walks of life was eye-opening and confirmed that despite our differences, we truly are one.
Spending most of my time practicing yoga, meditation, or some other inner work allowed me to go to much deeper levels and experience the immense magnificence that we are, and this is something that I want everyone to know and experience for themselves: We are capable of so much more than we can imagine. Underneath all the busyness, insecurities, and conditioned thinking we are radiant, beautiful creatures -- magical creatures. We are limitless. Despite the way things may appear, there is really magic and beauty to be found everywhere. Going deeply into yoga can help us to break through the limitations that we've put on ourselves and we can tap into our inner knowledge and creativity. We can transform ourselves and live a more vibrant, more awake and aware life. We can drink up the joy in life and be OK with the not-so-joyous parts.
I feel it's so important for people to have this deeper experience of yoga that I designed a whole weekend retreat for you while I was at Kripalu. By spending a few days of uninterrupted time on the deeper practices of yoga, you can go to places inside that you may not have had the opportunity to visit before. We'll uncover things that might be in your way so you can see the innate beauty in yourself and others -- so you can be OK with what is. Yoga has certainly changed my life, and I want to help others find their way inside. I hope you'll join me on this journey -- I'll let you know when I have the exact date and location.
Namaste!
Sandy Pradas