The Space Between: What Silence Teaches Us
We often come to the mat for the movement—the stretch, the strength, and the flow. We focus on the “doing.” But the true harvest of a yoga practice often happens in the quiet moments between the poses. It is in the stillness, when the body stops moving, that the mind finally begins to speak.
What is your silence telling you today?
The Noise of the Modern Harvest
In our daily lives, we are taught to “gather” constantly. We gather information, notifications, tasks, and expectations. We’ve become so accustomed to the background hum of a busy world that silence can feel uncomfortable, or even heavy. We try to fill it with podcasts, scrolling, or planning the next hour.
But just as a field needs a season of rest to remain fertile, our minds need the “fallow” time of silence to stay creative and clear.
The Mat as a Sanctuary
Your yoga practice is more than just a physical ritual; it is a border. It is where the noise of the outside world stops, and your internal world begins. When we hold a pose or lay in Savasana, we aren’t just resting the body—we are creating a sanctuary.
In this space, we aren’t “doing” yoga; we are reflecting it. We notice the rhythm of the heart, the temperature of the air, and the subtle shift of our thoughts. These aren’t distractions—they are the harvest.
A Practice of Reflection
You don’t need an hour of meditation to find the space between. You only need the intention to listen. Today, I invite you to try a simple ritual:
- The 60-Second Pause: After you finish your next yoga session—or even your next cup of tea—sit entirely still for just one minute.
- The Observation: Don’t try to change your thoughts. Just watch them drift by like clouds over a field.
- The Gratitude: Thank yourself for the silence.
It is in these quiet gaps that we find the clarity to live our lives with intention. The harvest is always richer when we take the time to notice it.