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“He wasn’t giving them everything they wanted: he was giving them just enough.”
Amy Ippoliti, The Art and Business of Teaching Yoga (revised): The Yoga Professional’s Guide to a Fulfilling Career

“With all that said, you don’t have to bring world events into every class. It’s okay to sprinkle in what I call “sanctuary practices” where for the duration of the class you guide the students through awareness — tuning to sensation, theming around the breath, cultivating stillness, or connecting with spirit, for example — in other words, keeping things on the lighter side. In fact, students are craving respite for their overstimulated nervous systems and managing anxiety (climate anxiety or otherwise). Therefore, intentionally integrating sanctuary practices into your repertoire is important. The key is to strike a balance over time between classes that address the world and classes that are more sanctuary-like. This way, students can trust that you’re going to keep it real when it’s needed but also offer classes with a “love and light” approach sometimes. Emphasize Community and Organize Outings”
Amy Ippoliti, The Art and Business of Teaching Yoga (revised): The Yoga Professional’s Guide to a Fulfilling Career

“End the class with a contemplation on how each person in the room can commit to making”
Amy Ippoliti, The Art and Business of Teaching Yoga (revised): The Yoga Professional’s Guide to a Fulfilling Career

“Name the fact that the fire occurred and perhaps share your experience of it and how you’re feeling. This shows that you’re human and helps model how the students might respond to the tragedy rather than feeling numb or disassociated. You can also invite students to notice how they are feeling. In your opening talk, highlight the way certain neighbors and”
Amy Ippoliti, The Art and Business of Teaching Yoga (revised): The Yoga Professional’s Guide to a Fulfilling Career

“Sit with your intention to be a vessel. Meditate on it in whatever way works for you. I close my eyes and concentrate on my breath. I have found it helpful to do an inversion before class and to chant a beautiful Om.”
Amy Ippoliti, The Art and Business of Teaching Yoga (revised): The Yoga Professional’s Guide to a Fulfilling Career

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