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Never Solidify- Chapter II

Tuesday, December 29, 2020 (Part I),

For a myriad of reasons, yesterday was the first time I hit my mat in several weeks.  Why?....general feelings of being under the weather, jogging more (which makes me feel like I've met some sort of "quota" for the day and, therefore, don't need to hit my mat), waking up later and later each morning (as late as 6:00am-6:30am which is a stark departure from my normally scheduled 4:15am).

Before one knows it, a new habit is formed, and one is getting up later and later.  

Today marks the second day on my mat.  Yesterday's practice was good, but was more "exploratory" than anything.  "Will this leg move the way I want it to or will I have to ease into things a bit more.....will my back fold the way I'm used to or will that tin of butter cookies I ate for my dinner last night prevent me from bending the way I'm used to", .....the usual issues. 

Today's practice will be equally gentle and "exploratory" as "unfreeze" what has solidified.  This takes time and patience.

Time to begin....

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