Natural Elegance

What is the “style” you want to show up in the world with?

I previously did not see myself as a "style person." I grew up in Berkeley in the '70s. “Style” was not something ever discussed in my house growing up. My perception was that "style" was fluff and extraneous. And that there were rules and right ways to do it-- only when needed/necessary.

If it was fun - that was for someone else.

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More recently I have tried to have fun and play a bit with the idea of “style.”

Trying to mindfully figure out what style is "me." "What feels right?"

But this question is different.

And isn't just clothing or fashion.

It isn't about playing or having fun.

It's about intention.

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Style is mindfully and intentionally choosing who you want to be in the world and showing up that way.

The style I am choosing (for this season anyway) is NATURAL ELEGANCE.

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I want to approach my life with natural elegance.

And help others do the same.

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Pausing & Being Present is naturally elegant.

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I also want to

Move elegantly.

Dress elegantly.

Run my business elegantly.

help others elegantly.

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Love elegantly.

Eat elegantly.

Nourish myself and others elegantly.

Teach yoga elegantly.

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Elegant stands tall.

Reaches the crown of her head towards the sky.

Drops her shoulders.

Takes deep breaths.

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Elegant is simple

Graceful

Strong

Grounded

Beautiful

Magestic

Authentic

Simple

Peaceful.

Minimalist.

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Natural elegance is a flow state.

Elegant moves.

It isn’t stuck.

It isn’t heavy.

It isn’t perfect.

It isn't dull.

It isn't ordinary.

Naturally elegant doesn’t engage in unnecessary drama.

It doesn't resist or judge or compare.

And elegance is possible wherever and whenever.

If you are late, in the midst of chaos, sick, healthy, busy, and ...

You can choose to show up elegantly for it.

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Inspired by all this, this morning's yoga class will be about exploring elegance.

I intentionally infuse themes into yoga because when you move and explore them while relaxed -- unprecedented shifts occur with ease.

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Yoga is a way to practice style.

And when we get out of our own way- which we do during the zen of yoga- we discover things.

If you can't make it live- check out the class on YouTube later. "Like" it if you do, and subscribe if you haven't.

And a subtle nudge -- set an intention to show up more naturally elegant in the world yourself by coaching with me.

It's elegant to intentionally choose your own personal style and start showing up in the world this way.

Living a life of intention is an elegant way to move through the world.