what does yoga mean to me?

Today in my yoga class I was asked by my instructor "what does yoga mean to me?" Normally I don't take the time to answer these questions that are often posed to the class but this question struck me. Once I started thinking about this question I realized that yoga does mean a lot to me in my life.

Yoga is pretty much the one place, (althought I do try in the shower and definitely when I travel) where I can relax, clear my head and really be present in the moment. I wish I could say that I stay present all the time, but that would be a lie. It's a place where I can forget about all the homework I need to finish, or what will I have for dinner and really focus on me. It's a place where I am completely focused on my physical, mental and emotional needs as a person. It makes me aware of any imbalances I may have in those threee areas.

It allows me to go outside my comfort zone on a daily basis. I love yoga because it clears my mind and expands my creativity! Not only do I phsycially feel more energized, but my mind feels more energized thus helping to expand my creativity. Some of my most creative projects and ideas have come after I engaged myself in a yoga practice.

Yoga has taught me to breath! I am learning in every yoga session how to handle stressful and anxious situations better through using the breath. Engaging in yoga practices make me a happier person! It has even served as a mood changer for me.

So as you can see yoga is a powerful tool in my life! Yoga has taught me so much about who I am and who I want to be. But mostly yoga has served as this wonderful place where I can go to be completely free and completely present. I love yoga so much. I recommend that everyone at least try yoga if they have never tried it before. If you have tried it, then committ yourself to going at least once or twice a week because it can change or impact your life in a positive way.

CHEERS to yoga and cheers to life!

If you live in Salt Lake City and read my blog then I highly recommend you support this cause through eating delicious Indian food! 100 percent of the profit goes directly to the Wai community for educational supplies and towards building a library. This is a great partnership and one that really puts the money where it is advertised. Support a great cause in a time when we all can help each other! 

I hate double standards!

I hate double standards and I wish they would just go away. Why do we make such a big deal about age differences in relationships especially when it's an older woman dating a younger man? I personally feel that if two people (regardless of ages) are happy and or in love with each other than age really does not matter at all. I also feel that it's no one's business to comment on it either. We all know that these relationships can work and portray true love, heck just look at Ashton and Demi!  It's nice to have found an article that supports what I am saying and what I believe. 

If you are interested in reading it then check it out: http://www.realsexedfacts.com/relationships-age-difference.html

Education will save our future

"In fact, to every young person listening tonight who's contemplating their career choice: If you want to make a difference in the life of our nation; if you want to make a difference in the life of a child – become a teacher. Your country needs you," - Barack Obama - 




Let's start thinking of teachers like South Korea thinks of theirs like "Nation Builders."  America will only be as successful as our education system is. If we cannot PROPERLY educate our future generations, we will not continue to be this great, successful, and innovated country. 


Education cannot afford to be "cut back" anymore.  We all need to work together to make us rise up out of being in the 9 percent tile with math and science education. When I say we, I mean teachers, administration, parents, guardians, and OUR POLITICIANS. 


Three cheers for education, and hopefully a better policy than NCLB.

OH MY CAREER!

    I am about to start week number five of my 16 week's of student teaching. It's crazy to think how fast the weeks fly by especially when working with kids all day. Student teaching has been such an educational experience and has reaffirmed my choice to get my masters in teaching. I never thought I could find a career that I would be so passionate, energized and excited for until I started on this path of getting my masters in teaching.

   I know so many people that work in a job or a career that they don't like and are not happy in and it's sad.  I know people that make good money in a job that they do not like and are not happy with and this also makes me sad. I always knew that I did not want to be one of those people that were not happy in a career, and I won't be. For the first time in my life I feel so happy with where my life is headed. I am a few months shy of graduating with my masters in the art of teaching with a dual license in both special education and elementary education. I wake up every morning and get to spend the majority of day working, helping and hopefully inspiring children to work hard in school! I am helping shape the future lives of these kids, and of our country. That statement alone gives me the chills. Wow I am so blessed and happy to have been given the opportunity to find and choose a career path that is truly meant for me!

    Enrolling in this masters program was just the beginning of opening the door to my future, and now student teaching has really opened the door wider for me and has shown me the light of my future. THe light is so bright and it has reminded me that I am on the path towards doing what I was put on this Earth to do and that is to teach children, especially to teach children with special needs. I am writing this because I want to continue to inspire those people out there who are struggling and looking for answers in your current life with your current job. I know how you feel and I want you all to know that you can find the answers you are looking for! I found my answer and now look where I am! To all my friends who are in the process of or are in the career path they have wanted and felt like where meant to do, continue to inspire, love, show happiness and work hard towards seeing your career light shine ever brightly.

"Shoot for the stars because if you fall short at least you'll land on the stars!"

Till next time....may you be happy and well!

JENNA