Keeping You Motivated
Once you have a weekly habit and a daily focus, it frees up mental space for more important or complex tasks, enhancing productivity.
If you have decided to start again with yoga, choose a routine that works for you. First, take it one step at a time. On your first day back, aim for an intention to learn something new about yourself. Then, if you’re able, build on that with three moments in your day when you take an exercise (asana), breathe work (pranayama) or meditation.
Commit to habits within a group; as these practices are more likely to help you encourage your yoga practice and gently support you with reminders and support from others.
We have swapped our monthly pass to support this. The new pass is crafted for those of you progressing now to coming to yoga with a teacher who offers you more varied and structured support than you might attain on your own.
Strategies to Maintain Emphasis:
Underlying Needs:
Habits often fulfil underlying needs, such as social interaction, stress relief, or entertainment. If these needs are not addressed. Changing a habit can feel like a loss, making it harder to maintain.
Revisit Your Motivation:
Regularly remind yourself of the reasons why you established the habit in the first place. Reflect on the benefits and how it contributes to your overall well-being.
Break it Down:
If a habit feels overwhelming, break it down into smaller, more manageable steps.
Focus on Process:
Instead of solely focusing on outcomes, concentrate on the process of building the habit itself. Enjoy the journey and celebrate small wins along the way.
Manage Triggers:
Identify situations that trigger a decline in your habit and develop strategies to manage them. By understanding why habits can lose their emphasis, and actively implementing strategies to maintain motivation.
Importance of a Routine:
Rebuilding a routine is vital for efficiency, discipline, and well-being. It automates tasks, conserves mental energy, and fosters a healthier lifestyle through consistency in exercise, diet, and sleep. Additionally, habits shape behaviour and influence long-term success.