Niko Yoga

Living from problem to problem grinds one down. You weren’t born to be a problem solver, even though you’re good at it; you are a creator, with problems being only a small part of the process of becoming. Stray from making problems your primary focus—there is so much more here than that.

Stop identifying yourself with the negative emotions that you feel. They aren’t telling you who you are; they are simply the indicators of the bogus thoughts you think.

Harness the potency of anger to dismantle the veil of depression. Despite its exile from the emotional spectrum, particularly within spiritual circles, anger possesses transformative potential. It serves as a visceral force, capable of rupturing the chains of lethargy that shackle one to a life of mediocrity. Embrace anger as the catalyst for igniting change: allow its fiery energy to propel you forward, fueling the locomotive of progress. Once momentum is attained, ascend the scale of empowerment.

A moment before with my eyes closed sitting between the two branches of the stream, absorbed in the sound of water running down, I think of my eyes that are now closed and I appreciate my ability to open them at will at any moment, and let my consciousness perceive a myriad of shapes and a million of different color variations, all to my satisfaction. ⁣
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I think of my ears and their ability to translate vibration into sound and my internal sense of harmony and resonance to appreciate it. I think of my skin, of the sense of touch, of the ability to sense through my whole body and of the sense of smell to appreciate the scent of my reality. ⁣
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I lose this sense of wonder while grinding towards a better future, forgetting that my future is built by moments like this without a grind but by an inspiration toward expanded experience.

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As I stand gazing out into the infinite stretch of the horizon, I'm reminded of the endless possibilities that lie ahead. The boundless expanse of the sea and sky seem to merge seamlessly, creating a breathtaking canvas of endless blues and purples. And yet, as far as my eyes can see, there is no end in sight. It's a humbling realization that reminds me of just how small we are in the grand scheme of things. But at the same time, it fills me with a sense of wonder and excitement for all the adventures that await us out there. So let's chase our dreams and explore the world beyond the horizon, because anything is possible if we have the courage to pursue it. 🌊🌅

Two of my upcoming April workshops.⁣
April 1st - Arm balances.
April 8th - Asana Alignment and Adjustments

Another one in my series of arm balance & inversion workshops. This time in South Brooklyn

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