5 Poses That Fill YJ Readers With Gratitude
Five readers share a photo the yoga pose they're most grateful for.
Five readers share a photo the yoga pose they’re most grateful for.

“Tree Pose is one of the first poses through which I could get a sense of finding internal balance. It helps me be a little calmer and steadier while raising a son with special needs.”
—Sarah Scafidi-McGuire, Canton, New York
See alsoFind Your Roots in Tree Pose

“The first time my toes slid effortlessly toward my forehead, I came to know the light that had been there all along. It was the first moment that I truly knew peace.”
—Julie Gewerth, Sacramento, California
See also 5 Ways to Warm Up for One-Legged King Pigeon Pose

“Physically, I enjoy the feeling of every muscle in my body working in Natarajasana. Spiritually, my mind and soul switch to a state of meditation.”
—Mishka Statkowski, Valencia, Spain
See alsoLord of the Dance Pose

“Experimenting with floating Lotus allows me to take a break from the monotony of day-to-day life. It’s a way to push my practice to creative limits, even when confined to my apartment.”
—Jesse Blakeney, Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada
See alsoSeated in the Self: 5 Steps to Lotus Pose

“Savasana is the most powerful and challenging pose. It nourishes my soul.”
—Monica Munguia, Boulder, Colorado
See alsoThe Subtle Struggle of Savasana