Today, many yoga practitioners believe that in one way or another,
the ancient discipline may serve as a motivation for people to relax and
concentrate on what they want to achieve. It aids to pave the way for
the breath, mind, and the senses to unite.
The term "yoga" refers
to a Sanskrit term which is defined as "union or joining." This term has
caused a number of confusion among people because it usually combines a
range of purely physical disciplines to purely spiritual. When people
talk about yoga, the word "asana" will never be left out. Asana is also
known as one of the eight variety of yoga. Asana poses are more focus on
mental and spiritual wellbeing in comparison to physical endurance.
Nowadays, to modern yoga practitioners, the two words have become almost
synonymous to one another. This is due to they symbolize the same
concept which is relaxation through meditation. Yoga meditation can
bring calmness, tranquility of the mind, better health, better life,
better relationships, personal insights, spiritual insights,
philosophical insights, and a true sense of wellness.
Numerous
studies have revealed that yoga meditation can significantly affect the
musculoskeletal, nervous, endocrine, and circulatory systems. This step
will definitely inspire one to live and appreciate a revitalize life.
While
there are a lot of people who practice yoga for so many reasons, it
serves as a motivation for people especially those who are easily
stressed out. By practicing yoga, one can explore the almost limitless
possibilities to self-discovery. Since its depths pertain to a
meditative practice or for pure spiritual discipline, yoga can indeed be
a source of motivation for people who want the feel of peacefulness. In
Western cultures, people believed that gaps between the actual bodies
and ideal bodies are increasing from time to time. This is due to the
two of the major reasons which are the lack of exercises and also
unhealthy diets leading to illnesses such as diabetes and obesity. Thts,
yoga is beneficial in a way that it is all about experiencing pure
ecstasy through the union of the mind, body and soul. Although many yoga
practitioners and teachers would agree that apart from providing
relaxation and peace, yoga too can serve as a motivation for people to
have a better life. This is due to it provides limitless opportunities
for a person to be in control and unite with him or her inner self.
Thus, this will create the balance needed in life.
Well…not as big as they used to be physically but my mental and emotional shoulders are definitely making up for that loss…lol.What the heck does this have to do with fitness, my life, my health…I say everything!
When you are in a position of internet personality, helping people from around the world, bravely putting yourself out there for all to see through images, videos, and opinions…well…the mental shoulders get well developed.As you know, I am a say it like it is person, trainer, consultant, coach, expert and any other name that gets tagged onto “Darla” the fitness gal.In this position, I MUST remain POSITIVE and let things roll off my back like a duck sometimes.The majority of the time, I am taken with appreciation, and thankfulness from so many for providing the hope they thought was never possible…touching to me as my purpose to help has been accomplished.
The other side of the coin can be exactly the opposite and filled with statements from people who do not take the time to know ME and jump into an attitude of sharing only judgments and negative comments.I can read through that into an unhappy soul who really wants to be healthy and the BEST, but not at a place in their life and unwilling to make that happen, and it is always easiest to lash out at someone than take responsibility for self.Really…I would like to reach out and give all those people a hug…NO…I really do…because they just need to have the encouragement and love to realize their fabulous potential.
I do not need to go into statement details but anyone who sits in my position as a fitness expert who has put themselves out there understands the lashings that can come in reference to a fit body, workouts, personal life, sharing success stories, making opinions and comments, and even recipes for crying out loud.I was taught never to judge a book by its cover and this is so important in life, but especially in what I do for a living as I see people of all shapes and sizes…and they are ALL FABULOUS!!!Could you imagine if I was a judgmental person…well…NO WAY…I could not do my job if I was running people into the ground for being too heavy, too skinny, low self esteem, body image issues, hairstyle, clothes, and the list can go on and on…how in the world would I MOTIVATE or help anyone with that mindset…I mean what in the heck is up with a judgmental mentality anyway.Who am I to judge…am I God…NO…I am Darla, the person who just so happens to come to YOU daily through different internet mediums to In Your Face MOTIVATE YOU.
I LOVE my Big Shoulders because they provide me with emotional strength and the ability to “not sweat the small stuff” in this life.They give me a very caring spirit and the understanding that negative statements usually come from people who are truly hurting, bitter from personal issues or life events not dealt with yet, and who really want and need help, but just do not know how to be vulnerable enough to let those feelings out in a healthy way to start the healing process.In my position of trainer, consultant and coach, I wear many hats, and during the times of hearing or receiving negative comments, I throw on the “coaching/therapist hat” and become the BEST listener in this moment, keying in on any details that I may be able to offer help, dig deep into who that person is, provide insight and validation, but at the same time, provide the guidance that says…HEY…TODAY is a new day and time to toss the old crap to the curb and begin a new healthy lifestyle…you get the picture.
The beautiful part about my life is that I choose to be POSITIVE in ALL circumstances,personally surround myself with people who will nourish my soul in a positive way, and lean on one of my favorite quotes that states “Life is 10% What Happens to You and 90% How You Respond to It.” Does that mean that I avoid all negative people, situations, and comments in my work…of course not…this is not realistic in my position...I am surrounded by people on a daily basis physically and online who are going through things that they are healing from or do not even realize they need help with, and all that is needed are some Big Shoulders to take on the task of helping and healing.Am I ever offended by such comments and sucked down to a point of OH MY…WHY DO I CONTINUE TO PUT MYSELF OUT THERE….well…the answer is a Big Hell No.If anything, I feel challenged to help even more…I always have HOPE, always PERSEVERE, and do not believe in failure…in fact, in my opinion, failure is GOOD and a stepping stone to dusting off and becoming a better person.In this journey called life, I will continue to develop my Big Shoulders, continue to MOTIVATE…some may like me and some may not…that is OK and out of my control…but I will push forward with the cause of helping people adapt healthy lives…and for my Big Shoulders…ABSOLUTELY LOVE THEM!Stay Healthy~
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In the ancient history of yoga, yoga consists of a few aspects of
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YEP…I am FIT to be TIED…all in a very good way of course.Since my wedding anniversary is this month, I thought it would be FITTING to talk about fitness, marriage and anything else that may pop into my head as I put these thoughts together.
First let me say that I consider my marriage to Don as one of the most defining successes in my life…it has taken half my life to get to this place, but the journey was worth the prize and I thank God every day for such a fabulous man to share my life.I love that word…SHARE…and the beautiful part is that my journey in this life continues in a new way, as I grow daily as my own person, but also right alongside my partner, friend and husband.Does that mean that everything is perfect, fairytale adventure, Cinderella land…well of course not…what it does mean is that through this journey of life, the challenges brought our way are now met with a fabulous combination of what two people bring to the table, faith that is shared, and a depth of connection that feels stronger than steel.
OUR WEDDING DAY
Whew…deep stuff but important at the same time.Now let’s get down to being fit and marriage and you know me…say it like it is gal with my life to MOTIVATE you, but you know what…I love to write, have a passion to share and the two together just work…hence my Blog…and anything goes, so here it goes…
What the heck does fitness and health have to do with marriage…really???OK…health and marriage go hand in hand in my opinion. Marriage certainly IS NOT a free pass to FRUMP land…OH MY and NO WAY.I really do not understand this mentality because it truly says I do not care about myself…and further shouts that I do not care about my spouse.Not for this girl…I do love myself and my spouse and believe that this temple of a body that I have been blessed with is going to continue to be blessed with healthy food, regular exercise and continue to be the BEST version of ME pre and post marriage.I mean there was an initial attraction that brought me and my hubby together, and I appreciated the respect and care he took of himself.That respect and care does not end at the “I Do” otherwise why not say “I Don’t”.I have heard both sexes say things like “Oh I am married now, so I do not have to impress anymore”… HOW SAD is that.I do not mean to offend in any way with my candid writing, but subjects like this get left on the back burners and not brought to the forefront.
I certainly believe that the couple that plays together, stays together…and I mean all physical activity whether a workout, walk, run, hike, tossing a ball around, Frisbee, water sports, playful wrestling and SEX!YES…I said it and YES…it is an important part of a healthy marriage, and studies show that a very active session can burn up to 200 calories…OH YEAH!Who does not want to feel sexy…I know I do…and being a healthy person is what helps fulfill this part of my life.There is no part of letting myself go that supports being and feeling sexy and in fact would strip me of my self confidence.I am being real here about health and marriage and I am definitely NOT going to fall into some nonsense idea that marriage ends my health, begins the era of over sized sweat clothes, and says goodbye to all the beautiful parts of who I am.I would have to say that it has enhanced it even more as I do want to be and feel sexy for my husband…am I saying I am being fit for him…NO…but in a way…YES.It all works together and the want to be healthy for myself spills into the importance of being healthy for him.I mean….really…who does not like to hear…BABE YOU ARE HOT!!!
The other part of being healthy and married is that I want to be with my hubby for as long as I can on this earth and taking care of me is not a guarantee, but definitely increases the probability that this will occur.Letting myself go for example comes with horrific side effects such as obesity, increased risk of disease, heart issues…and you know the list can go on and on….OK…BIG HELL NO to that.It comes down to a healthy respect for me, my husband, and our marriage.Sometimes I would like to shake some sense into the married ones out there and say “what the heck are you doing” and “what kind of examples are you setting for your little ones?”Marriage is definitely not about the “ball and chain, never going to be happy again, with the same person, there goes the sex life, no more friends, what a nag, etc.” and if you are thinking like this as a married person…WHY?
Marriage is a CHOICE just like taking care of our health is a CHOICE and both are wonderful journeys that are happening simultaneously…take care of it, respect it, love it, treat it the way it should be treated and the reward is happiness and health for as long as the RIGHT CHOICES continue.I know the more I treat both my health and marriage with these qualities, the happier I am as a woman and wife.Getting back to being fit in the process…well that is a side effect of the healthy qualities that I incorporate daily and I WANT to last for my marriage lifetime.
Happy Anniversary to my fabulous husband “Forever and a Day”… for YOU, Donnie!
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