Hi - I’m new to this forum and want to share my story. I’m 56 years old, overweight, with high blood pressure, migraines, aches, pains, generally feeling terrible about myself in body, mind & spirit. Also constantly wondering what my life’s passion is and feeling the lack of commitment to a greater cause. Work is extremely stressful, getting worse. A dear friend died in his sleep 2 weeks ago of a sudden heart attack at 58 years old.
After my friend’s death I realized I cannot continue enabling myself to be so unhappy. I started praying for help, strength and answers.
I had taken several yoga classes 2 years ago, loved it but stopped going, due to lack of self control. Suddenly, one day last week I was hit (like a ton of bricks) with the desire to go back to yoga. I know that yoga will help me improve personally, but beyond that I plan to become certified and teach yoga to baby boomers, many of whom are going through similar situations as me. Ultimately I want to open my own school and employ other teachers to work with this population.
I am filled with passion as I write this. How can all this have happened in 2 weeks? I have to believe it was meant to be. Oddly, from the time I was a little girl, I always knew my time would come later in life. And I use to joke with my friends and family saying things like “how much later do I have to wait.”
This past weekend I found a great school in my neighborhood that offers a form of yoga that excites me. I can study and get my certification at the same school. I signed up for classes on Saturday and start tomorrow.
As I sit here now posting this message I feel complete for the first time in years. I’ve told several friends about my decision, as I want to put the energy out into the universe.
Thank you for taking the time to read this. I welcome any comments and support.