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Carmen Lee-Schneider - How Yoga Ruined My Life Forever and Why I Keep Doing itCarmen Lee-Schneider

How yoga ruined my life forever and why I keep doing it

Yes, it’s true. Yoga has completely ruined the life I was living. It absolutely smashed my previous beliefs, destroyed old paradigms and kissed my ‘happy’ life goodbye.

For the better.

How? Just over 10 years ago, I lived a pretty happy life. So I thought. I had a secure 9-5 job as a fashion designer, a stable income and my precious car. Every week, my friends and I would wait for the weekend to come so we could go out and spend our hard-earned cash in the bars and nightclubs of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Let’s just say, I was living comfortably. We worked hard and played hard. It was fun – for a while…

But then came the day where it all changed. I was tired and uninspired. Surely, there must be more to life than 9-5 and shallow friendships. I was longing for more meaning in my life. I was longing to live with passion. I was longing for adventure.

During that time I made a simple decision. I dropped everything, packed my bags and left for Australia. Yes, just like that! Never had I left my own country before. I was scared. But that couldn’t stop me anymore. I had made my decision.

Now, I could go on about my travelling adventures and how I got stuck at the airport when I arrived, but this post is about yoga.

So, after a few months in Sydney, still working in fashion design, I decided to join one of the local yoga classes in Paddington. It was great to meet new people and I made some progress, but then one day it suddenly hit me. Something changed. I changed. Week after week I started feeling more alive. I was happier, had more energy, but most importantly, I was living with passion! How did I know? I could feel it!

I fell in love. not only with yoga but with myself again. It was as if I had finally woken up. My old ‘life’ was destroyed. I was experiencing a new version of myself and still do so today. Yoga has changed my entire belief system. Through yoga, I have been able to expand my mindset, push myself to new heights and achieve things I previously thought impossible.

Ask me now, and I will tell you that nothing is impossible. Life is one big miracle that allows each of us to manifest our dreams in ways you can’t even imagine, if you learn to let go of the old and allow for change in your life to happen.

Our biggest enemy in life is inaction. To welcome the change you are longing for, you need to start acting, start believing. Now I know that the thing holding me back was my mundane daily routine.

It’s when we start listening to our hearts again – as we all did as children – and align our actions with our deepest values and desires, that life doesn’t only get better, but it becomes magical.

How can yoga do all that, you ask? When we practice yoga, we focus on within. We learn to align our movement with our breath, our body with our mind. With regular practice, you will learn to put yourself in a more harmonious state. A state of mind that allows us to be more positive, more resourceful and compassionate. A state that allows us to see more clearly and make better decisions in line with our values. Life-changing decisions.

Thank you for taking the time to read about my journey. I hope to see you on the mat soon!

Namaste,
Carmen

Yoga Time - Have you noticed time passing faster as you get older?Carmen Lee-Schneider

Have you noticed time passing faster as you get older?

As we get older, it often feels as though time is speeding up. Years fly by faster and precious moments that seemed to last a lifetime during childhood, now just seem to evaporate into thin air…

But it doesn’t have to be like that.

There are ways to change our perception of time. The key is to slow down the pace of life while increasing the amount of new and unique experiences we have. When we keep going to the same places, doing the same things over and over, we don’t create distinct memories. As a result, time seems to fly by us as the monotone nature of your days simply merges into what seems like one and the same memory.

When we make an effort to travel more often, and to stay open to learning new things and creating new unique experiences, our perception of time slows down again.

Also, focus on positive past memories and try to live more in the present. Holding a positive perception of the future and envisioning a future full of hope and optimism will vastly increase your level of happiness. Learn to love yourself more and make time to meditate regularly. Time with yourself is incredibly important and helps us to reflect and appreciate life more.

Learn to appreciate each moment and use your time wisely. The time we have on this planet is precious. Let’s make the most of each day we have.

 

Namaste,

Carmen

How yoga can improve your life - by Carmen Lee-SchneiderCarmen Lee-Schneider

5 Ways Yoga Can Improve Your Life

Since you are here reading this article, you might have attended one or more yoga classes, or maybe you’re on the search for ways to improve your life and stumbled upon yoga. Perhaps you have just gotten out of a long-term relationship or work is usurping all your energy. Whatever it might be, a regular yoga practice has the power to significantly improve your life and change it for the better. If you want to practise with me, have a browse through my online classes over at Love Life. Live Yoga.

And now, here are 5 ways in which yoga can improve your life.

1. Taking Yoga Classes will Help you Lose Weight and Keep it Off

If you have been packing weight in all the wrong places, your health can deteriorate and your self-esteem will take a hit. Are you finding it hard to stick to your weight loss program or a healthy diet? If yes, taking yoga can do the trick.

Yoga classes in Bundaberg allow you to connect with your inner self and be in harmony with your emotions. Thanks to yoga, you will be able to kick your food cravings, stick to your exercising, and eventually shed a few pounds. It is incredible how much easier it is to stay focused and not lose track of your life’s purpose when you embrace yoga.

2. Yoga Helps Relief Pains and Aches

Perhaps you’ve taken a brunt of a beating from persistent back pains, migraines or even headaches. You see, pain can greatly affect the quality of your life. And today’s over-the-counter and prescription pain medication can do more harm than good. If you’re sailing in this boat, taking yoga classes can help you make the shift to a healthier, happier you.

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3. Yoga Helps You Stay Stress-Free

Before taking yoga classes, it’ll probably be hard for you to admit that you are stressed out or depressed. The truth is stress from life’s ups and downs can take a toll on your work performance, happiness, and overall well-being. Thankfully, yoga can help calm your mind, reduce stress hormones, and keep anxiety at bay.

4. Yoga Can Improve Your Self-Esteem and Confidence

Yoga classes allow you to work on your 3rd chakra. This is the core area that can help you gain lots of willpower, confidence, and resolve. If you have not had the guts to switch careers or face life challenges, yoga will help give you enough confidence to finally do so. This way, you can live a happier and a healthier life and be more true to yourself.

5. Yoga Can Improve Your Life by Helping Meet New People and Make Friends

The primary reason most yogis find yoga so alluring is that it gives you an opportunity to connect with an entirely new group of friends. Although you will still be in touch with most of your old friends, you will find fellow yogis to make interesting new friendships with. Most of the people you’ll meet at yoga classes are charming, friendly, understanding and down to earth. If you are not ready to attend regular classes, a beginner’s workshop or yoga retreat could a great way to ease in to your new way of life.

When combined, all these benefits of yoga can be truly life-changing.

 

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