Always the beginning of the year is a time to reflect back on the year that was and imagine the year that will be. 2023 was a year of many ups and down. A year of a lot of effort. I started off the year with quite a severe knee injury that halted my practice in many ways. Injury tends to consume one in ways that you don’t intend. It certainly ensured that I slowed down.
The year brought many international teachers back to South Africa. In April 2023, we had the privilege of a week with Corrine Biria with her intense approach and deep wisdom. In September 2023, Gabriella Gabliaro with her wonderful Italian accent, interesting insight and her generous sharing of her learning from Sri BKS Iyengar. Finally a zoom brief workshop with Lois Etling in December 2023.
It took me a long time to settle back onto my mat. To find my own centre. I took the last 2 weeks of December to enjoy the best Cape Town has to offer. Cold clear water swims to bring clarity to my mind. Daily yoga practice to reconnect with my own inner voice. To reconnect with my wonderful partner in life Marc and to prepare for the new year of teaching and sharing my passion of Iyengar yoga.
I wish everyone a year filled with many blessings. A year of growth and exploration. I hope that whatever good things you imagine for yourself will manifest in ways that nurture your being.
Yours in Yoga
Riva
Vasisthasana
