ABSTRACT RIGHTNESS | The Right Hemisphere
Welcome to Friday Yin, my friends,
This week, I share a yin yoga practice that engages your right hemisphere—the philosopher and sage within you.
Throughout this lesson, I share some psychological concepts that differentiate the strengths between the left and right hemispheres and how they differ in their unique views of the world.
While the left brain is powerful in pursuing logic, the right brain is more open to symbolism. The left could be considered the close-minded logician, while the right is the open-minded shaman.
Some of the information I share in this class comes from the the brilliant mind of Dr. Iain McGilchrist, a highly regarded English psychiatrist and Oxford literary scholar. In his book, ‘The Matter with Things’, Dr McGilchrist addresses many deep questions that plague us in our search for meaning - Who are we? What is our consciousness, exactly? And how do we make sense of the world in such a kaleidoscopic construction of perception?
With a luminous combination of neurology, philosophy, physics, and spiritualism, McGilchrist paints a picture of dazzling fascination. If you have the time, I highly recommend his work. But if you’re short on time or don’t read non-fiction, he is also a great guest on many podcasts.
Some of the other topics that get covered during class include family and ancestry, drawing energetic boundaries, and understanding the pursuit of wellness.
My teachings are built on the fundamental trust that all things are interconnected and that the way you do one thing is the way you do everything, so I encourage an open mind and curious heart. Your anatomy is interwoven with the texture of your psyche, and your psyche encases your spirituality. Allow this practice to be an open-ended reflection and opportunity for enquiry, rather than a pursuit of right or wrong.
PROPS FOR PRACTICE:
Bolster
Blocks
Eye Pillow (optional)
ASANA PLAN:
Feel free to add any of your own poses at your discretion and hold each posture for approximately 5 minutes. Be sure to allow for a 1-2 minute rebound in between.
Seated Meditation + Pranayama - Lunar Breathing
Tadpole or Half Frog
Wrist Stretches
Shoelace (alternative explorations - folding forward or leaning back)
Sleeping Swan (alternative for knees - Reclined Pigeon)
Square Pose
Reclined Twist (deepen - Twisted Roots)
Savasana
AUDIO RECORDING: (Live)
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I hope you enjoy this personal practice, and please be sure to reach out with any questions, feedback or personal insights - I sincerely enjoy these interactions with my community ♥
Thank you for sharing your practice with me.
Namaste xo
