Learning to Find My Inner Peace

This past Sunday, I attended a YIN class at Chapel Hills Feel Better Yoga for their 3rd anniversary. Yoga is something I've occasionally dabbled in, but this time I spontaneously signed up for a class. Lately, I've been feeling overwhelmed with life and the pressures of adulting. Some weeks are easier than others, but this one was particularly challenging. I figured a yoga class might help ground me and provide some much-needed relaxation and self-care.

When I arrived, the packed class was a good sign—understandable, given that it was free to celebrate their anniversary. The session involved lots of stretching and slow flow, all on the mat. It felt good to focus on taking care of my body, acknowledging how it takes care of me. I found myself very relaxed and gained some clarity about slowing down. I often get caught up in daily stressors and life demands, forgetting to take care of myself. Ironically, I consider myself the queen of self-care and treating myself, but even I run off the path sometimes.

The instructor offered valuable perspectives on honoring our truth and being honest with ourselves. This resonated with me, as I often shy away from my truth out of fear of the unknown. After the class, I felt relaxed and renewed, with a fresh mindset. I appreciated having a safe space to escape the world's craziness and unwind.

I want to explore this hobby more and incorporate it into my weekly self-care routine. I highly recommend taking time to slow down and recenter yourself when life feels overwhelming. As a senior worrying about the next steps in life, I think it's particularly important to do so.