09/09/2023
WAIT...Why Am I Talking?
When I teach yoga, I talk a lot. I talk about alignment and breath and the mind and myriad things as I navigate class. In the moment, everything I say feels necessary and intuitive but upon reflection, I could always say less. I talk more than some teachers and less than others, and I practice allowing my personality to come through. But we can all use a reminder to speak with intention. One of my favorite mindful speech tools is......
WAIT. Why Am I Talking?
There will be times that I can easily answer that question, and times where the pause helps me see there's little value or kindness in what I was about to say next. Either way, I can move forward with intention.
So today I invite you to WAIT, consider 'why am I talking', and be mindful of the answer in the pause.