Living in the Moment

Living in the moment is one thing that was very elusive in my practice this morning. I felt like I was constantly chasing after this concept and living in the near future instead. For some reason I could not stop thinking about and visualizing upcoming postures, dreading back bends when I was still at the Marichyasanas.

I decided to skip the 9 AM class at the studio this morning, and opted for a PS pracrice on my living room floor. I wasn't in the mood to hustle and drive, and felt that settling for a peaceful practice at home would be better. Peace-less was more like it, with all the dreading and anticipation going on in my head. I'm usually pretty decent at focusing on the breath, dristi and present posture, but my mind decided to not cooperate as much today.

Speaking of not cooperating, my right knee also comes to mind in this regard, misbehaving in many of the Janu Sirsasanas (Seated head to knee) and Marichyasanas, audibly popping and locking. Oh well, it was definitely still worth it, and had a huge smile on my face just before I got into closing. Savasana (corpse) was pure joy and felt like I really earned it.

Now on to enjoying the weekend, spending some time outside in this warm sun.