Yogi Gossip!

Hi there, it is Tuesday and already I have witnessed some crazy stuff in classes. Here is my teachers view point.  I try to keep love in my heart.  Most times people think I am stoping and breathing for them, usually I am, but several times, it is to calm and center myself. 
It is a delicate balance as the teacher between doing and leading.  Recently a mentor, Yogi E, taught me, by example, to embrace my strength as a teacher.  Not to shy away from being direct and to the point while leading students toward a postures potential.  I can be strong and present while holding love in my heart. I have learned that a teacher can not 'do' Yoga while they are leading.  Being a student takes surrender and trust.  Being a leader means having a vision, holding your students best interest in mind, and being fearless.
In Yoga this week, I have seen people stop moving 1/2 way up their mat from Down Dog because the rest of the way to the front of the mat must be to far.  I have observed people coming to the front of the mat and popping up to standing, blowing off forward fold.  People forcing their legs straight in Down Dog, rounding their back because of tight hamstrings, even though I remind them to bend their knees, arch their back.  I have reminded people to 'bend their knees' over  their ankles, over and over, even demonstrating it in front of them, while they keep their legs straight.  I have work shopped how to place your hand in Dancing Shiva posture at the beginning of the class, arm at side, palm open, thumb facing backward, only to see arms twisted around, bent backward, holding on to the outside of their feet.
I remind myself what one of my teachers said.  'People are doing the best they can do at that moment in time'.  I radiate love to them and smile in their direction.  I thank my Guru and see him spread peace and understanding to them so that they do not create struggle in their lives like they do their Yoga postures. 
Try to listen to the cues and remember they are for your safety.  Know that a great Yoga teacher will not 'do' Yoga postures with you, they will lead.  I pray I can do the same.
Thank you for allowing me to give what I have received.
Jai (Victory)!
Troy
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