2020 . . . Wow
We could all use a little calm

Are you feeling more stressed, anxious or depressed this year than other years?  You’re not alone.  This has been a difficult year for all of us.  The COVID-19 crisis has created new stressors in our lives.  People are concerned with losing loved ones, catching COVID-19, lost wages, lost jobs, inability to pay bills and many other concerns created by this crisis.   The CDC reports that symptoms of anxiety disorder have increased 3 times over the same time as last year, and symptoms of depressive disorder have increased 4 times. 

You may be wondering if yoga may be a way to help you?  There is not a one size fits all - but yoga helps many people - so the answer is very probably yes.   Yoga has been shown to help with symptoms of these problems.   A Mayo Clinic article states that yoga is a great way to reduce stress and get healthier.  And Harvard Health says that yoga helps regulate the stress response and can help moderate symptoms of stress and anxiety.

With all the help that yoga offers, now might be the perfect time to try yoga.  With many yoga studios temporarily closed, taking a class on zoom with a qualified teacher may help you feel better both emotionally and physically.  Many of us have used zoom for work and to connect with friends and family.  It is starting to feel more normal.  Yoga on zoom is the same.  Some of the benefits of doing yoga on zoom is you don’t have to motivate yourself to get out if that’s difficult.  Just turn on your computer and you are ready to go.