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<p><em>Strong does not have to mean stressed.</em></p><p><br></p><p>Restore balance, cultivate equilibrium, and build strength.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Roll out the mat for this full session designed to help you explore the principles of Sthira &amp; Sukha!</p><p><br></p><p>In the Yoga Sutras, one of the great foundational texts of yoga, Patanjali describes the physical practice of yoga in Sanskrit as “Sthira Sukham Asanam.”&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Sthira Sukham Asanam: <em>Yoga should balance stability, strength and steadiness with gentleness, relaxation, and joy.&nbsp;</em></p><p><br></p><p>The word <strong>Sthira</strong> translates as strong, steady, stable, rooted and alert.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>The word <strong>Sukha</strong> may translate as comfortable, happy, relaxed, softness, with ease.</p><p><br></p><p>These two principles are indeed opposites, but are important qualities to develop in both the practice of yoga and in our daily life.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Explore the principles of Sthira and Sukha as we work through a practice that invites attention to move inward, so that we can become more in touch with who we are, and more connected to our bodies.</p><p><br></p><p>This practice is great for those who want to get out of an anxious mental state and more into the physical body. This is also a beautiful full session for those interested in <strong>deepening their practice and embodiment of the practice of yoga - </strong>along with its rich philosophy.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>As the sutra suggests: <em>Strive to practice yoga with strength and in a relaxed manner.</em></p><p><br></p><p>Learn to embody your yoga. </p><p><br></p><p>See you on the mat!&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Love,&nbsp;</p><p>Adriene&nbsp;</p>