The interesting irony is that, as I have become more introverted, I have started to put more effort into friendships and connection

My favorite was when he said that he felt “a wave” of love, of affection, of connection surging toward the surface; I knew what he meant.

Speaking up is easy when I’m confident. But when I sense that speaking up is going to inspire disappointment in others, it is painful.

“Can we all agree that we are yoga teachers because we’re all a little crazy? That we, in a sense, have to teach?” We all laughed, too hard.

Both yoga and improv are about listening, and being present; both are about releasing expectations, accepting offers, and seeing possibility

Although I am skilled in helping others relax, I often find it difficult to apply these skills to myself. But when it rains, I can.