Inconspicuous

Inconspicuous: 

it's been a rather inconspicuous pose for me throughout the years, regulated as a warm-up before the more dramatic appearing yoga postures were displayed. Yet Pavanamuktasana, wind-relieving pose, has gain some prominence in my practice, being vital in relief of back pain and tension. What I've noticed is how often I've passed through so many asanas with so little attention, dismissing them for their very simplicity that actually makes them so effective. Recent back pain has given me cause to reset my practice, pay mindful attention to these seemingly lesser poses. 

and what I've discovered is...

there are no inconspicuous postures, 

only my lack of appreciation for what they offer. 

my reset has brought joy into my practice for these once overlooked asanas, they're no longer simply moved through to reach something of more importance. I've brought my focus to what I'm able to do now without the sharp and lasting pain of over extending myself, sinking into these once inconspicuous poses with deep appreciation. There's a vitality here that was never noticed before, that in my play of favorite postures I missed the energy that's offered in every pose, not one being less vital than any other. They're all of equal importance if mindfully approached. 

I somehow missed that through the years. 

but it's a lesson learned now.

a gift from being injured. 

~

Peace, Eric