06/12/2026
Yoga teachers - we can’t assume focusing on the breath is calming and grounding for everyone (even if it’s one of our most beloved nervous system tools).
So what do we do?? Offer choice!
Instead of: take a deep breath” or “focus on your breath”
Try instead: “if it feels okay to focus on your breath today; explore taking a deeper breath” “option to focus on your breath for a few moments”
Also - please remind your students of their agency at the beginning of EVERY class with something like “my cues are only suggestions; please take what resonates and leave the rest behind”
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