If you haven't checked out the clip from the new True Yoga DVD yet, you can view a clip from it by clicking here. Making a Yoga DVD has been a dream of mine over the past few years and I'm happy to say it's one that is now becoming reality. The DVD will be released sometime in February!

Plus, The Mondrian Cityplace was gracious to allow me to film my DVD on the 20th floor of one of their penthouse apartments which gives it such an uplifting feeling. I noticed yesterday, that you can even see the horizon beyond all the buildings. One of my favorite things to do is to drive up on the top of the parking garage in West Village and look out over the city and the horizon. There's something about being able to see the horizon that has me feel at peace. Perhaps it's because it's perspective. An awareness that their is something much Bigger at work here, and I can relax and enjoy the moment for all it is and let go of contemplating the concerns or worries of my day...

"A man should hear a little music, read a little poetry, and see a fine picture every day of his life, in order that worldly cares may not obliterate the sense of the beautiful which God has implanted in the human soul." - Johann von Goeth

I often remind students when they are in airplane pose, to look down at the ground and to ask for perspective and clarity as they soar above. To let go of the end result, the finish line and to allow themselves to be absorbed in the height of the moment...

"Live your life each day as you would climb a mountain. An occasional glance toward the summit keeps the goal in mind, but many beautiful scenes are to be observed from each new vantage point. Climb slowly, steadily, enjoying each passing moment; and the view from the summit will serve as a fitting climax for the journey." - Harold B. Melchart

So, let's remember to allow our eyes to be opened as we go throughout our day today, glancing occasionally at the summit, but being fully absorbed in the preciousness and the miracle of each moment...

Namaste!

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