I have to say (and recommend) that you consider Following members on the site. ย I love the positive emails I get throughout the day and like understanding what others have found in the practices. ย It's a great source for good vibes.๐
How do you like to set the mood for your practice space?
My current ritual is to sweep the floor, dim the lights, and put on yoga-friendly clothes that make me feel good. These three little things really help to shift the energy in the space.
Whatโs your favorite way to set up your space?
How has your body or your practice changed with the seasons or with age?
This year Iโve noticed I really crave more decompression in my lower back, so Iโm holding my forward bends longer than I used to in my 30s and 40s. Iโd love to hear what youโve noticed in your own body or practice over the years.


Welcome to the app! Say hello to the other yogis in our yoga community. In a comment below, let us know where you're located plus your favorite yin pose. Bonus points if you share a recent selfie! Here's me holding the earth together in Utah's Canyonlands ๐ช
What was your first experience of yin yoga like?
Iโll never forget my first yin class about 20 years ago, where an athletic male yoga teacher had us doing dragon for the loooongest time. I hated it! He didn't guide us to relax into it, so I thought I was supposed to engage and square my hips the whole time. I got the impression that yin was for people who wanted to force their bodies into shapes.
I didn't change my mind until I saw Paul Grilley's Anatomy For Yoga DVD. Paul's teaching pulled me into yin โ reluctantly at first, to be honest โ but the more I studied with him over the years, the more I ended becoming the yin lover that I am.












Todayโs new Somatic Yoga video was filmed in the stunning Yosemite wilderness where Iโve spent the past week camping in glorious mountains, doing epic waterfall hikes, and chasing rainbows. ๐๐
If youโve been overdoing it, or just need a reset, this 23 minute class offers a gentle detox for your nervous system - helping lower cortisol levels through slow, mindful stretches and intuitive movement. ๐โญ

Somatic Yoga | Yosemite Valley
Good news - the Android app is now available! Download it from Google Play here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.uscreen.devidalyyoga












I thought I'd share a few shots of my gardens. ย The circle of stones will be wildflowers eventually. ย Would love to see yours...
Do you practice in the morning, evening, or whenever you can?
Lately Iโve found evening practices work really well for me. It helps release tension that might otherwise keep me awake. I used to be a morning person for yoga, but now my rhythm has shifted. โ๏ธ๐