Unfolding the Story on the Mat

Ancient myths and tales are told

Of how yoga came to be,

Of gods and sages, young and old

Who sought enlightenment, free.

The story goes that Lord Shiva

First taught the practice to mankind,

And that the asanas, breath, and mantra

Were secrets closely guarded, confined.

But as the centuries have passed

And yoga spread across the land,

The myths and legends have amassed

And taken on a new form, grand.

Some say that yoga is a tool

For reaching inner peace and light,

That through the poses and the rule

Of breath control, we'll take flight.

Others view it as a way

To heal the body, mind, and soul,

A path to balance, strength, and grace

That makes us whole.

Regardless of the myths we hear

Yoga still holds its power true,

To guide us on our journey here

And help us to see all that is new.

So let the tales and myths unfold

And in your practice, take a part,

For yoga is a story told

And one that touches every heart