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#2 A Quick Yoga Practice You Can Do In Under 10 Minutes

January 11, 2016 By Monica Stone-Thompson 2 Comments

When there’s a million things going on in the day, and in your head, it can be easy to cross off yoga off list.

Most people think about how much work they could complete during that time, and then say, “Eh, I’ll just do it tomorrow.” 

Don’t do that! 

You know why? Because this is what will happen….

You’ll do it the next day Then, the next day. And, the next day. Then, by the end of the week you feel tight and stiff in your body. You’re still overwhelmed. You feel burnt out. Your mind is cluttered. And, you’re no better off then when you started. 

Here’s why this happens.  Your mind needs time to rest and restore. You won’t be able to think clearly if you don’t allow your mind the whitespace. Just like the pure blue sky can be hidden with hail, rain, and clouds – your mind is cluttered with ideas, meetings, projects, and to do lists.

You need this quiet time to clear the clutter so that you can sort through the mess and get back to what really matters. 

This practice is what gives you clarity so you can move forward. Doing this practice daily will actually make you work more productive and efficient.

In short – You’ll get more done.

You don’t have to do an extra long super intense practice. That’s not what practice is about. Actually, if you skip your practice because you don’t have time to fit it in, then that’s attachment. You need to become unattached and just hop on the mat even if it’s just a few Sun Salutations. 

That’s what this episode is about. 

In my latest podcast, I talk you through a short 10 minute practice. You can actually do it in 5 minutes if you wanted.

You can listen to the audio here, and I guide you through it. Eventually, you’ll be able to memorize this and do it on your own. 

So, if you’ve ever had the excuse of no time, too much to do, or that you have no idea how to do your own yoga practice without a teacher – well now you have no excuses. 

Click the player above or below to listen!

Also, here’s a youtube video if you need more explanation. 

Enjoy!

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About Monica Stone-Thompson

Monica is a lover of all things yoga, a pescatarian, an avid coffee drinker, and never gets sick of soup and noodle dishes. She practices yoga daily, and is a creative & marketing recruiter in Orlando, FL. She likes to challenge the strict rules of yoga, and makes it accessible for everyone - especially people who suffer from daily life and work stress.

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Comments

  1. Christine says

    January 11, 2016 at 11:42 am

    Awesome! Thanks! I’m always looking for quick yoga breaks.

    Reply
    • Monica Stone says

      January 11, 2016 at 11:48 am

      Yay! I’m so glad Christine!

      Reply

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Well hello there! I'm Monica. I'm a yoga & meditation junkie. I teach yoga practices that are quick and effective for the busy person who just needs a few minutes of quiet time in their day. Click around and you'll find quick meditation tips for calming the mind to simple stretches to relieve stress and tension. If you are sick of being intimidated by yoga or just confused by all of the different styles out there - then this page is for you. Yoga helps me daily & I know it will help you too! I'll show you how! Welcome to The Yogi Movement :)

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