Although, when I started practising regularly it was mainly for physical reasons, and to be fit, I soon realised that the benefits go well beyond the physical world! Naively, I had no idea I was embarking on a life-changing journey! The kind of journey, that once you start there is no turning back!

At a much deeper level than physical benefits, these are a few of the lessons I have learned from the physical practice:

• Trust yourself – each accomplishment has given me the confidence that everything is possible, provided that we put the right amount of effort on it.
• Patience – not everything is as easy as it looks and not always goes well. Just like everything else in life, these easy flows are the result of much practice and much failure! Failure is the stepping stone to success. Be patient, don’t be afraid to fail and learn from it. “The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried.” Stephen McCranie
• Awakening – being “busy” has become a cult in this society of consumers. To “be awaken” in this world means to look at life with a fresh look, instead of getting caught up in the society rules of what we should or should not do, and belong or not belong. And it means to connect with your higher-Self and to experience a truly and authentic life.
• Be Yourself – the courage and determination to be yourself and to stand for yourself, without the fear of being criticised. Isn’t that amazing? Would it not be boring if we were all the same? So be proud of your identity!

Therefore, use the physical practice to explore who you are, what do you want in life and what is important for you. And by physical practice I mean Yoga, Handstands, Acro, Martial Arts, Tai Chi.. anything that you like and that will help you to connect with your inner Self.

I cannot guarantee you that this journey will be easy, but I can re-assure you that you will love it! Follow your heart and your dreams, and you will be amazed where that will take you!