There’s probably a bunch of people that you recognize regularly while on your mat, or that you ‘know’ but they are just your ‘yoga acquaintances’. Whether you just give a little smile or wave hello while you both acknowledge: ‘I-know-you-see-me-every-Tuesday-and-you-know-I-see-you’ so I’ll smile and wave sort of thing.
And here we have a little story about how four acquaintances became yoga buds and very good friends.
Arena, Carmen, Colleen and Laurie regularly crossed each other’s paths in classes, workshops and other Funky Buddha events over the years. But, it wasn’t until last year during the Holland 40-Days program that the four bonded and became yoga buds. Once the 6-week program had come to an end, these four made sure to continue to support each other on and off the mat. Together they: learned all about essential oils, how to brew their own Kombucha (#scoby), attended a henna workshop, and continue to practice together! Happy Friendaversary, ladies!
It’s important to find the time to get connected and cultivate new and meaningful relationships with those around you. Who are YOUR yoga acquaintances that could turn into good friends? Don’t be scared to break out of your shell and say a simple ‘hello’ or strike up a conversation with your yogi neighbor. C’mon, there’s one thing you KNOW you have in common, your love for yoga!
