Regathering

My word for the month is regather, my personal focus–regather attention. Often, as I sit to meditate or breathe, I visualize my grandmother’s basket of unruly yarn and see her skilled hands roll it into a neat, centered orb. Not tightly wound, yet gathered and cohesive. This practice allows me to visualize my fractured attention as regathered–coherent and whole. 

Likewise, lately, I have been drawn to quiet, grounded practices that mirror this visual. Sensing, breathing, and connected to the ground, I find nourishment, integration, and a deeper connection to my center: physically unwound, yet with attention gathered, like my grandmother’s yarn.  

My winter practice offerings highlight regathering through contemplative, grounded practices. In addition to my regular weekday Kripalu and Deep Stretch offerings, the January Kripalu Series, Weekend Unwind, and The Yoga Sanctuary Hour allow us to move mindfully, breathe, and gather ourselves physically, mentally, and emotionally.

If you also seek integration, nurturing gentle movement, and a shared container for mindful breath-based yoga, join me for practice. You are welcome, just as you are.

See you in practice soon. 

-Susan

PS Find all my winter special offerings on the Events Page

About The Author

Susan Mathis, M.Ed., E-RYT 500, RCYT, YACEP

Susan is deeply committed to the practice of yoga, pranayama, and conscious living. A Professional Level, Kripalu Yoga Teacher, she offers steady guidance, practical knowledge and infuses the deep wisdom of yoga philosophy into her teaching. A lover of the natural world, adventure, and travel, Susan engages with nature through hiking, biking, and scuba diving. She is the owner and director of alleyCat Yoga and Yoga to Grow.