In the Present MomentOctober 27, 2010

In this evening’s yoga class, the instructor was encouraging us to get into our back bends without fear. If anyone has ever done Bikram Yoga, you know that the back bend during the half moon series is one of the most intense asanas of all. It takes every bit of energy just to keep yourself breathing and working through the pose. In the midst of the struggle she announced a very interesting point: “You will never be more in the present than while in your back bend.” I wanted to scoff at this notion initially, but after doing a few while attempting to put together a grocery list in my head, I realized there was a lot of truth and wisdom in her words.

After class I wanted a bath so badly I could feel the warm tub water wrapped around me all the way home from the intense and long workout that is Bikram Yoga. I decided to create a wonderful atmosphere in the bathroom and really treat myself for working so hard in class over the past few days. The best part about this bathing experience is that I used the memory of working hard in the back bend to appreciate the present moment in the tub.

Oatmeal to add to the bath water

A chunk of raw honey too.

The most amazing all natural brown sugar scrub from Carol's Daughter.

It had my skin glowing after the bath. And I smelled like freshly baked cookies.

A new face cream to sample.

My favorite book ever to read while soaking.

My forever companion,

the only dog in history who loves baths. He gets confused and thinks my bath is for him.

Question:
What activities help you appreciate the present moment?

 
  • Kristina @ spabettie

    aahhh… a nice bath is SO awesome… I have that book too!! I *LOVE* it ! <3

  • http://wheres-the-beach.blogspot.com/ Heather (Where’s the Beach)

    Oh nice!!! Now that’s how to relax!

  • http://foodfitnessfreshair.com/ www.foodfitnessfreshair.com

    Love yoga, and it’s all about overcoming your fears and finding peace within the moment.

  • http://itisallaboutbalance.wordpress.com/ Katie

    Ohhh I love a new bath scrub!! Your doggy is so cute and what a beautiful color! What is his name? Did I miss it?

  • Wonderlandpapers

    That sounds like an amazing night! Yoga and and some yummy “me” time! I can’t think of an ingredient that I would change.

  • Anonymous

    Oh I forgot to include it! His name is Clint and he’s my special baby:) I love his color too!

  • Anonymous

    Isn’t it the best book?!

  • http://twitter.com/TinaFFF Tina Reale

    I think I have a really hard time just being in the present. I constantly have things on my mind. Probably one of the reasons I always feel so refreshed after yoga, huh? ;)

  • http://agirlandhermutt.com Erin

    I always am thinking about what is coming next. The only time that I sometimes just zone out is in the shower. I love it!

  • Heather (Heather’s Dish)

    ooooooh i love baths…i’m totally taking a nice hot one tonight since it’s getting SO COLD!

  • http://www.pezrealian.com Christopher

    Carol’s Daughter is good stuff. I use the hair pomade. My sister-in-law has hair similar to yours and she told me to start using it.

  • Anonymous

    I really do like their products! I’m excited their line is becoming available at lots of popular stores now.

  • http://highonhealthy.wordpress.com/ Ayla

    Your skin looks amazing! I don’t usually take baths but yours sounds like it was so relaxing.. and now I kind of want to go take one.

    Reading helps me get in the present moment. It’s so peaceful and helps me center my mind.

  • http://www.iheartwellness.com Kris

    Awww your doggie loves bath?? Hudson runs away as soon as I turn MINE on ;)

    I am loving this scrub right now, I must try it :) I love smelling good ;)

    xxoo

  • http://www.confessionsofachocoholic.com/ Bianca Garcia

    I also find that back bend pretty challenging! Your bath sounds heavenly, really perfect after bikram :)

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