Returned to this after a too-long day of sitting and standing and it was wonderful! Normally I would have just fallen into bed, but somehow I knew doing this first is better for my body. Making a resolution to integrate movement like this and follow my body where it wants to go. Some days aren't for hard work. Thanks, Amy!
Julia R , this comment warms my heart on so many levels. Thank you! If I can help anyone connect deeper to themselves, prioritize movement when movement really matters, then I'm doing my 'job'. Grateful to you for moving along with me.!
I loved this class the first time I did it, but wow did I need it after this exceptional week in the world! It's a class to keep coming back to, thanks Amy. One question that I've been meaning to ask - as a relatively new teacher I still rely a lot on my class prep notes, which have not just the exercises, but phrases / cues to use, as I get bored of saying the same things the same way over and over. I'd like to learn how to rely on them less, the way you guys seem to, as I think that would allow for a more relaxed and natural flow - I feel like I need my notes as a crutch so that I don't forget anything, sieve-head that I am, but after a while a crutch can hinder rather than help. If you had any tips on how to do that, I'd be so grateful
Hi Liz -- thank you! My main comment/feedback for you is ... patience. Many of the teachers on this site have at least 10 years experience, many of us closer to 20 and onward. Relying on notes is just fine.... use them! You'll start to find your own flow, your own voice, your own in the work. Practicing our practice is really key, self cuing while doing self practice etc. After awhile, all that 'self talk' will become out loud to your students and it will be from your experience. It's a wonderful evolution!