I believe that yoga should lead us to a place where kindness and compassion are instantaneous.

Taking time out each day to relax and renew is essential to living well.

Compassion is fierce and strong, and it holds people accountable. But it doesn't do it with anger or judgment.

What you want to get as a teacher is not an email or a Facebook post that says, 'I learned so much about headstands in your class'. What you want to get is 'I learned so much about myself and my life in your class'.

Keep your drunken electrons dancing!

Follow your nature. The practice is really about uncovering your own pose; we have great respect for our teachers, but unless we can uncover our own pose in the moment, it's not practice - it's mimicry. Rest deeply in Savasana every day. Always enter that pratyahara (withdrawn state) every day. And just enjoy yourself. For many years I mistook discipline as ambition. Now I believe it to be more about consistency. Do get on the mat. Practice and life are not that different.

I believe that yoga should lead us to a place where kindness and compassion are instantaneous.