Hidden Language of Birds

Every morning at 7 am (except for sundays) we  practice Hidden Language Yoga (HLY). In HLY we practice different hatha yoga poses (asanas) and reflect on them. How does my body feel when I am bending backwards? What do I want to grow into? What would happen if my life was turned upside down? As the classes involve a lot of thinking, feeling and writing, they are not as invigorating as my body would want them to be. Still they are very stimulating for my mind and spirit and I love their gentle flow. Writing my HLY summary every Sunday, I can collect all my gems of the week. And since I do my own Kundalini Yoga practice every morning from 5.30 to 6.30 am, my body couldn't be happier while being here (okay, a sauna would be nice).

Still, some of the HLY classes are very challenging. This week we do a class on different bird poses. Although I associate birds with grace and freedom, most of my birds do not represent these qualities. My eagle is quite strong, yet has the occasional balance problem. I can do the crane for a short while and I manage the rooster on my fists, but gracefully? The peacock feather almost gives me a panic attack, and the peacock seems to be physically impossible. Luckily, peacocks are mainly a symbol of vanity for me. So I guess I am not very vain... Hmm, I probably just need to practice some more to find out about other peacock qualities. Right now I wouldn't mind some lessons focussing on the mountain pose though.