ANANDA

Yoga- without the philosophy we are just stretching.  

Yoga is a self-study; a practice in body and mind awareness.  Yoga takes dedication, time, and openness.  Therefore, in practicing we will always have an intention or a reason for bringing ourselves to the mat.  We dedicate that time to our personal  intention and think about it often as it's weaved in every movement.

Thus... "Word of the Week" has begun!  Sanskrit is the classical Indian language that yoga is derived from.  Sanskrit words are the original names for asana (posture) and philosophy in our yoga practice.  This week's Word of the Week is ananda.  Ananda is finding bliss in everything.  It's the happiest form of yourself.  Sometimes it's easy to dwell on the hard stuff or negative emotions, but ananda offers an opportunity to find the light in the situation.  Bad things happen (I like stating the obvious), but you can choose your reaction:  negativity or happiness.  It's your decision... and your energy is contagious.  So choose ananda and spread your bliss.