Yoga lessons

Happiness is...

Plank. It's a stability pose. It builds strength and endurance. It's as simple as getting on the floor and holding a stance.

It's much like my life at the moment, holding steady and hovering. I get through it one day at a time, and it makes me stronger. Just breathe... you can maintain the difficult position too.

Crack My Back!

Happiness is...

When your back gives way to a nice stretch or crack. Okay, this sounds silly, but I'm absolutely serious. I love cracking my back. No, I'm not talking about when you stretch and pop one vertebrae... I'm referring to the feeling of looking over your shoulder and having several loud cracks and amazing relief. Cracking my back has some great healing properties that I can't even begin to describe---so I won't try.

Instead, I'll just twist in my seat, let my spine do the work. It's been super susceptible to being cracked lately. I'm not sure why... but I'm not complaining.

Sun salutations

Happiness is...

Sun salutations. I'm sure I've already discussed my love for yoga, but I'd like to reiterate the benefit of waking up and doing a few sun salutations. Before anything, I like to ground myself, clear my mind, and prepare for the day. That's one more reason I love yoga.