by Kara-Leah Grant I recently read a well-articulated and thoughtful open letter to Tiffany Cruikshank by Nikki Cook of the Yoga and Body Image Coalition. In the article, and the comments, Nikki suggested that it is our responsibility as yoga teachers to be mindful of our language and not use language which may be triggering*. My initial response to this was to think: No! That's not true. If we're triggered by something external, it's our responsibility and an opportunity to release a layer of … [Read more...]
Getting clear. Who am I serving and what do you need?
by Kara-Leah Grant, Musings from the Mat Here's the deal. There were many supportive and encouraging comments on my last Musings article, Quitting or letting go? Apply discernment here. And there was one comment that pushed my buttons. Made me feel down-right defensive, and self-righteous even. On the path to inner knowing, anything that makes us feel defensive and self-righteous is a sign-post. Something to see here folks, something to see. And there was... once I'd taken some time … [Read more...]