As I sit on the beach surrounded by coral and corse grains of sand I gaze across the crashing waves to the mountainous island of Lombok. I am completely full of wonder. Wonder that I find myself in this magical place of beauty. Wonder of the path I am on and wonder of the teachings which have manifested in the first week of the Zuna Yoga 200hr teacher training in Indonesia.
This experience of wonder on the small island of Gili Meno feels like a precious gift for honouring my path of truth. I am beyond grateful for the forces which have made this possible. There are 18 other beautiful souls who are also sharing in this devine reward. We stem from all four corners of the globe, drawn by different goals yet joining to share our individual passions for yoga. Although not yoga as you may know it, what we are discovering is so much more than any singular word can encompass.
In the rustic yoga shala at Mao Meno a powerful space is held where we, as Zuna Yogi’s have the freedom to let go and the openness to be our authentic selves. Since arriving one week ago, a safe sanctuary has been provided to nurture growth and development. Not only in physical aspects of asana but in a much wider scope of what it means to be a true yogi. Surrounded by nature at every turn I can’t think of a more ideal environment for deep transformation. Meditation, breath, mantra and philosophy form a bigger picture of modern day yoga. Somewhere between the natural environment and inner teachings I come to realize that a shift is taking place, change is occurring.
Time is needed to process the information presented and the two hour pause for lunch is the perfect break to absorb the teachings and explore the island. While snorkelling in the turquoise waters I am reminded of the ebb and flow of life and the subtle vibration of the universe. Nutritious vegetarian food leads me to realize my body is a tool, not something to be abused or judged rather a vehicle which I must fuel appropriately. When you are in a state of awareness it is effortless to see how each learning presents itself in daily life. The ever changing island weather patterns of storms and sunshine reinforce duality and the teachings of impermanence. Understanding that change is imminent and nothing in this lifetime can be certain.
What is certain is that the process of yoga is continuous, a never ending school of knowledge. For now the focus is to be present in this moment in order to embrace all the wisdom which offers itself through the practise of yoga. The next two weeks are a chance to embrace this experience with even wider arms, deepening personal practises and expanding awareness. Now is the time to surrender to the zen of Zuna.
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