I often find myself questioning the calm demeanor of the yoga instructors at my gym. Living in the same bustling city, they navigate crowded sidewalks and rush to classes after hectic days, just like everyone else. So how do they exude such tranquility when I can hardly sit still due to my own irritability?
What thoughts cross their minds while they guide us through sun salutations? As they gently adjust my posture, what is their inner dialogue? Are they truly as enlightened as their serene “namaste” suggests?
A recent video sheds light on the reality of a yoga teacher’s experience during class. “Yoga teachers are just as flawed as anyone else,” remarked my friend Jamie, a yoga instructor from New York. “We face the same challenges as everyone else.”
Curious, I asked Jamie how she maintains her poise. “I tell my students if I’m having a tough day. They usually appreciate the honesty, but then I shift into the right mindset because they are paying for my guidance,” she explained. While I suspect that not every yoga teacher is perpetually cheerful, I don’t want to hear them complain throughout the entire class. Jamie added, “I often leave feeling uplifted, and when students share that they feel the same, I realize it’s not just about me.”
Intriguingly, she continued, “However, there was one student I really struggled with.”
I knew it!
Some of the highlights from the video include:
- “If I see one more guy with a bun—not a ponytail, but a bun secured with a scrunchie—wearing Birkenstocks, I might lose it! He looks like a homeless warrior, and he’s the one rejecting me!”
- “Reach for the sky…as if you’re at the airport getting a pat-down because you forgot that apple butter in your bag.”
- “Let’s move into tree pose—if you can recall a tree that isn’t charred or cut down.”
- “Stay present because the future doesn’t exist—the government sold it off!”
- “Just breathe. Your life is insignificant, and your children’s lives hold no value.”
Originally published on July 23, 2005, this perspective on yoga teachers offers a refreshing and humorous take on the experience of both instructors and students alike.
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In summary, while yoga instructors might seem perfectly composed, they navigate their own challenges and insecurities. Their ability to connect with students often comes from shared experiences and a commitment to fostering a positive environment, making their classes a unique blend of authenticity and growth.