Those of us who practice regularly eventually come to understand what a comfort yoga can be. Whether it’s at the end of a stressful day or the beginning of a new one, coming to the mat has the ability to wipe away the anxiety of missed deadlines, or open the heart to accept whatever gifts might be coming our way. For people living busy lives In a whirling world, yoga surely is the perfect elixir for body and soul.
I know one story that happened to my friend. Let me share you that story. One day she received an email from an unusual source—a naval aviator. Along with his short note was a picture of two American soldiers practicing yoga on the deck of an aircraft carrier. At first it seemed a little shocking—soldiers practicing such a peaceful art—but a closer look made her smile. Appropriately enough, they are standing very enthusiastically in Warrior I—flight suits, heavy boots, and all. And on their faces, their serene smiles relayed a sense of inner calm that only yogis can truly understand. I began to think about their situation—that any minute they could be called into action and possibly face horrific consequences. Certainly, that’s more stress and anxiety than most of us will ever have to deal with in our “busy” lives. But thankfully yoga is there on board that ship, halfway around the world, for these your warrior.
