In the fast-paced modern life, how do you find a piece of peace within yourself? One way I have found is yoga. As a mediocre yoga practitioner, I would like to share with you the changes that have come about as a result of my month-long attempt at yoga practice.

Before I started yoga, I knew very little about it, except that it was a gentle form of exercise that brought softness and flexibility to the body. So, when I decided to try yoga for a month, I didn’t expect much from it, but just wanted to improve my stiff body through the practice.

In my first class, I met my yoga teacher, Amy. She was tall and straight and greeted me gently. At that point in time, I knew nothing about how yoga was practiced, but I decided to keep an open mind and trust that Amy would lead me to a whole new level.

In the first few weeks, my body was very stiff and I found it difficult to do all kinds of movements. Amy encouraged me not to give up and to practice patiently. So, under her guidance, I slowly started practicing various basic yoga postures.

Before the start of each class, we would do breathing exercises and meditation. At first, I thought these were just a formality, but as time went by, I gradually realized the beauty of meditation. By taking deep breaths and focusing on the present moment, I was able to feel the balance in my body and mind. In that moment, my thoughts became clear and I was able to concentrate better, which benefited me in my daily life at work and school.

In addition to meditation, I began to experience the physical enlightenment of my yoga practice. My body became more and more flexible, and my originally stiff fascia gradually stretched out. Before, I often felt soreness in my shoulders and lower back, and now these problems have improved significantly. I was able to perform various movements, such as low touchdowns and handstands, more freely, which was a pleasant surprise to me.

However, I also encountered some difficulties and challenges during my practice. In the first few sessions, I would find some of the exercises too difficult for me and I felt overwhelmed. But whenever things got difficult, Amy would always encourage me to slow down and practice in a more gentle way. She told me that yoga is not just about the completion of the poses, but about having a conversation with myself and listening to my body’s needs. This reminder freed me from my goal of perfection and allowed me to start paying attention to my inner feelings.

During my month-long yoga practice, I also discovered a power of self-acceptance and love. At the end of each practice, I felt a deep sense of fulfillment and peace. I realized that yoga is not just a sport, but a way to live in harmony with myself. Through the practice of yoga, I have learned to appreciate my body, to respect my limits, and to give myself the utmost care in every moment.

In addition to the changes in my body, yoga has also brought many valuable gains to my mind. Before, I often felt distracted and disorganized, and it was hard for me to find inner peace. Through yoga meditation and regulating my breathing, I began to realize my inner peace and calmness. After each meditation, I would feel a higher level of spiritual vitality that allowed me to be more relaxed and focused in my life.

During this month of yoga practice, I experienced an increase in the suppleness and flexibility of my body, and an increase in the calmness and focus of my mind, and all of these changes touched me deeply. Yoga has given me a new perspective and allowed me to re-conceptualize and refocus on my physical and mental health.

In conclusion, I would like to say that yoga is not just a sport, not just a practice, but also an attitude towards life. It makes me realize that everyone deserves to be loved, and we should learn how to give ourselves the most sincere love and care. Yoga has not only brought me changes in my body and mind, but it is also a marvelous journey that has allowed me to reacquaint myself with myself and taught me how to face the difficulties in life. This month’s yoga practice has become an indispensable part of my life. I hope everyone can find a yoga journey of their own, and let it bring you balance and serenity in body and mind.