Week 3

Last week I focused on the physical fitness aspect of my yoga experience, so this week I will describe the spiritual or ritualistic aspect of my experience.  I practiced again at Grow Yoga in Galloway.  There is always scented oils being infused into the air and tranquil music playing in the background making it feel calm.  As for the practice room, no shoes are allowed to be worn.  I assume this could be for practical reasons such as keeping the room free of dirt, but it also to give the room more of a spiritual vibe.  By not wearing shoes I suppose everyone is supposed to feel at home and free.  The instructor's dialogue and words of wisdom at certain parts during the lesson was encouraging and insightful. It made it feel like the practice similar to prayer or meditation.