“I need to be in touch with my physical and mental being. I cannot just focus on one of these aspects, both help my overall wellness. I use my breath a lot in my everyday life. I think I use my breath about 10 times during practice. I also use my breath for school or just to center myself. I find it to be super helpful. Thank you”  

“Takeaways; yoga is not supposed to be uncomfortable/hurt, finding time to center yourself is very important to your overall well being, taking a long exhale can release tension you didn't even know you were holding on to. The tool I use the most is finger nyasa with breath, it helps me be in the moment, and focus on something that is bothering me and fixing it. (like being nervous). I fix my breath mostly when I am stressed/anxious. Taking a nice deep breath makes my mind go a little slower. I thought this summer was really fun." 

"I will definitely continue using the different breaths we have learned because they allow me to relax and focus. I also will use the practice when we use the candle so I can continue to let outside things go and focus on one thing instead of feeling overwhelmed. Lastly, I loved setting intentions during the practice and having that as my theme while I was meditating. From the beginning of summer compared to the end, I am able to quickly switch my breath, whereas in the past it would take me almost an entire practice. In a stressful situation I can use my breath anywhere and it can quickly help me. I loved your teaching and appreciate all that you helped me achieve through summer. I can use my growth in the future in varying aspects of my life. Thank you!"

“I definitely am using breathing techniques during practice and it has helped me relax. I also took your advice on moving in ways that are best for my body and it has also been helping. It allowed me take my mind off on anything stressful and relax. I think it would be useful to have yoga as a regular part of my week. It has helped me to separate my gym self from my everyday non gymnastics self. I really appreciate you taking time out of your day to make ours better, thank you”

“I use finger nyasa during gym. Do what feels good for your body; meaning you do not have do not have to do what everyone else is doing, you can do what’s right for your being. I use alternate nostril breathing before bed to relax and sleep. I use finger nyasa the most specifically at practice. It is a tool that calms me down and helps my breath, as well as it centers me when I get stressed. I liked the variety of experiences from meditation, to trying fun balances, and the different postures in yoga”