How I went from escaping life… to living it more fully through yoga
Step by step like learning an instrument…
When I first stepped on a yoga mat, I had no idea how deeply it would transform my life. Yoga didn’t arrive through a big plan or a decision to practice every day. Quite the opposite: it took many, many sessions before I even imagined wanting to build a regular yoga practice.
At the beginning, yoga classes were simply an escape , a pocket of calm in a busy and sometimes overwhelming week. I didn’t expect more from it. But slowly, something shifted. It became a hobby. Then a passion. Or maybe it was a passion first, then a hobby. Either way, it rooted itself in me little by little until one day I realized: yoga was no longer just something I did… it had become part of who I am.
Starting Yoga: Like Learning an Instrument
Beginning yoga for beginners can feel a lot like learning to play a musical instrument. At first, it may feel awkward. Your body feels stiff, your breath irregular, and you wonder if you’ll ever “get it.” But the magic of yoga practice isn’t about getting it right : it’s about showing up, again and again, with patience.
The same was true for me. At first, even holding simple yoga poses felt uncomfortable. Repetition wasn’t my favorite. But by coming back, class after class, I started to hear a different kind of music: the rhythm of my breath, the flow of mindful movement, the quiet connection to myself.
When yoga caught my heart
What first hooked me
What first hooked me was Vinyasa yoga. The way movement links with breath, almost like a dance, made me want to return to my mat. Dynamic and flowy Vinyasa yoga classes gave me energy, release, and joy. It remains a huge part of my practice, and I love guiding others through that same sense of flow.
But over time, my relationship with yoga expanded. I discovered the deep stillness and introspection of Yin yoga, the nurturing rest of Restorative yoga, and the calming presence of slow and gentle Vinyasa flows. Sometimes I simply sit in meditation or focus on breathing exercises without moving at all.
This is what makes yoga so rich: it’s not only about moving , it’s also about listening, softening, and creating space. Some days, a dynamic Vinyasa flow feels right; other days, a gentle Yin yoga session is what the body and mind need, or just to sit and observe.
If you’re just beginning…
Starting yoga can feel intimidating, especially when you see others practicing daily. But remember: it doesn’t have to start big.
Celebrate patience – yoga practice teaches us that transformation happens one mindful step at a time.
Begin small – even 5 minutes of yoga or meditation can shift your day.
Show up regularly – like tuning an instrument, the magic is in repetition.
Explore what resonates – maybe it’s the flow of Vinyasa, a Yin session with candle lights, the relaxation of Restorative yoga, a Yoga nidra before going to sleep or a Hatha class, or simply sitting quietly with your breath.
Yoga On & Off the Mat
Today, yoga is my escape, my anchor, and my way to embody transformation. It has taught me patience, resilience, softness, and strength. Most importantly, it has given me something I want to share: the ability to pause, reconnect, and breathe in a world that moves too fast.
If you’re ready to start your own yoga journey, it doesn’t need to be perfect or planned. Just take the first step: roll out your mat, breathe, and begin. The rest will come practice after practice.
I can help you with your yoga journey, here in Dubai or with some online yoga classes from the comfort of your Home.
And if you know someone who could use this, share this article. Sometimes all it takes is reading it to feel inspired to start.