August 31, 2010
Looking at how it feels to practice yoga in the cool morning air.
Cool grass under foot (haiku)

Yoga Philosophy for Fall
by Margaret Burns Vap • Aug 31st, 2009 • Category: Yoga Philosophy

Let the leaves swirl, not your thoughts.

The fall season has always felt like a better opportunity for a fresh start than the New Year. First of all, you arrive at autumn from summer, which is typically a more relaxed precursor than the holidays. Second, there’s something about the crisp cool air, the cozy clothing, the warm apple cider and pumpkins that evokes freshness. It’s a great time to make some changes and clear your head. Cue Yoga Sutra 1.2 yogaś citta-vṛtti-nirodhaḥ: Yoga is the cessation of the fluctuations of the mind.