Our Special Sparks
Written by michellelaxton on February 11th, 2010
When I first began my yoga teacher training, I was over the moon about yoga. I was thrilled with all the new things I was learning, my developing physical practice, and my new community of yogi friends. I wanted to tell anyone and everyone I knew about how amazingly life-changing a yoga practice can be.
However, the lead instructor in my training suggested that we not proselytize yoga, but instead wait to field questions from those persons who might be interested. He said that a person who is ready to make a change in his or her life will see the light and happiness in our hearts and approach us to inquire about that special spark.
Years later, I work and practice at Pilgrimage. Everyday I notice and smile at all the beautiful sparks around me. I am one of those lucky people who truly enjoys coming to work. The teachers spark, the students spark, and the staff sparks. Coming into the studio, it’s impossible not to absorb this light and feel more loved, more light. Students will often mention to me that Pilgrimage feels very “right” to them, as if they’d been brought here at just the right time in their lives.
I would have to agree as I feel the same way. Observing a busy Thursday night at the studio with students chatting after class and teachers welcoming new faces, I can be fairly certain that these sparks are contagious. –Michelle Laxton
Tags: happiness, meditation, yoga, yoga teacher training
March 3rd, 2010 at 6:57 pm
Hi Michelle, I just wanted to thank you for this post. What you wrote was really meaningful and very timely for me.
I’m glad you guys have a blog! I really appreciate how comprehensive the learning experience is here at Pilgrimage.
-Paula
March 4th, 2010 at 10:40 pm
Hi Paula!
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I’m so glad the last post resonated with you and that you’re enjoying the whole spectrum of yogic learning at the studio. We all feel very lucky to do what we do and are thrilled that students like you make our days so bright.
Namaste,
Michelle
September 9th, 2010 at 4:23 pm
Michelle -
I just discovered the blog portion of the Pilgrimage website. I am catching up on all your entries. Great stuff!
Sadly I have only been to ONE of your classes since joining PotH because of my schedule. You happened to be my first instructor at the studio and your warm and welcoming nature is what encouraged me to sign up for a membership. I savored every second of your class and for once I didn’t want it to end!
Thank you for always being so kind and friendly whenever I come in; it truly makes my day. =)
Kate
September 13th, 2010 at 5:02 pm
Hi Kate,
What a wonderful comment! I’m so glad to hear that you had a positive first class experience with me back when you began at Pilgrimage and hope that we’ll get to practice together again sometime soon.
Getting to know and connect with students is one of the reasons why I love teaching yoga and working at Pilgrimage, so thank you for all of your smiles and the warm energy you bring to the studio. It’s each of our students’ positive vibes and happy faces that make our space so special.
All the best,
Michelle