"From an outside perspective, my life seems to revolve around yoga. I've been practicing for more than 10 years and I'm an editor at Yoga Journal, so friends and acquaintances often assume that I'm rolling out my mat every day-stretching, meditating, and Savasana-ing my way to "inner peace." But the reality is much more boring, imperfect, and human than that."
"I sit on the floor and separate my legs into a V-shape. The first reason I love this pose is that it's easily adjustable. If I'm craving a more intense stretch, I take my legs wider. Otherwise, I'm perfectly content keeping them in a narrow V. Then I reach for my bolster, which feels a lot like grabbing my pillow before bed with the anticipation of its comfort (a few stacked pillows also works instead of a bolster in this pose)."
A long yoga practice and a job at a yoga magazine create an outside perception of constant practice. Actual practice is irregular; days, weeks, or months can pass without stepping onto a mat. Everyday responsibilities and low motivation often lead to choosing rest or entertainment over practice. A single, simple pose can bridge the gap back to stillness when longer practices feel impossible. Wide-Legged Seated Forward Fold with a bolster offers adjustable intensity and immediate comfort. The bolster provides support and invitation to release, enabling an easy, nonjudgmental return to body and breath.
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