Bringing awareness to the climate crisis, to wars, famines, political unrest, human rights crises(s) and so on can awaken us to the tumultuousness and tenuousness and may serve to motivate action in some small or grand way.

So, what to do? How to stay informed, but not overwhelmed and unable to digest all that we take in?

How does this have anything to do with yoga and can it support us in the face of all of this?

I certainly don’t have an answer. However, I believe that together, we can navigate these challenging times by anchoring ourselves in the wisdom of yoga. On April 8th, we will witness a powerful solar eclipse, a celestial event that often symbolizes endings and new beginnings. During such cosmic shifts, it’s natural to seek guidance and stability. Our ancestors, too, faced times of uncertainty, drawing strength from their spiritual practices to find resilience and inner peace. 

Yoga offers us a sanctuary amidst the chaos—a space where we can turn our attention inward, reconnect with our bodies, and find solace in the rhythm of our breath. Through yoga, we cultivate mindfulness and compassion, not only towards ourselves but also towards those around us. In times of great upheaval, these qualities become invaluable tools for navigating the complexities of the world with grace and integrity. 

It can support us in holding the apparent duality of coming together and falling apart.

So, I’ll be here, breathing and doing the work to keep my heart open and hands ready to hold those around me.

We are indeed, the ancestors of the future.

Alexandra