"The one you are looking for is the one who is looking." ~ St. Francis of Assisi
"The one you are looking for is the one who is looking." ~ St. Francis of Assisi
This profound quote invites us to turn inward and discover that what we seek in the world—peace, love, fulfillment—has always resided within us. Yoga, at its core, is a practice that nurtures this inward journey, guiding us back to the heart of who we are.
Our yoga practice is much more than movement or breathwork. It is a daily ritual that creates space for self-discovery, reminding us of our innate wholeness. In each posture, we learn to listen to the body; in each breath, we reconnect with the rhythm of life itself. The external world quiets, and the subtle, sacred voice of the heart becomes clearer.
Living and loving from the heart is no small act. It requires courage to set aside fear, conditioning, and the constant pull of external validation. Through consistent practice, yoga offers us tools to cultivate this courage. As we move, breathe, and sit in stillness, we peel back the layers of resistance, reconnecting with the expansive love that is our essence.
This love is not something we earn or acquire. It is the foundation of our being, ever-present and infinite. Yoga reminds us that we don’t need to search outside ourselves for meaning or fulfillment. The one we are looking for—the love, the light, the connection—is, and always has been, within.
Let your practice be a sanctuary, a place where you remember who you are. Let it be a celebration of your heart, a commitment to live from love and trust in the wisdom that rises when you align with your true nature.
Through this lens, yoga becomes not just a practice, but a way of living—rooted in love, guided by the heart.
Xo,
Lindsay