staying rooted
Staying Rooted in Your Yoga Practice This Fall
It’s that time of year again, when the leaves begin to change and so do our routines. Fall is beautiful, but it can also be busy. Between work, school, social events, and family commitments, it’s easy for our yoga practice and mindful routines to slowly slip into the background. At first, it might be a missed morning or evening on the mat. Then, a week goes by. Before we know it, our yoga mat stays rolled up longer than we’d like.
So how do we stay rooted in our practice when the busyness of the season threatens to pull us away?
What does it mean to be rooted in your practice?
Being rooted in yoga isn’t just about showing up to class or perfecting a pose. It’s about cultivating stability, balance, and awareness in both body and mind. A consistent yoga practice nourishes our physical health, mental clarity, and emotional resilience.
When life gets hectic, we might miss a session here or there, but staying rooted is about returning, again and again, with intention and presence. It’s about honoring our body, connecting with our breath, and finding stillness amid the noise of the season. The deeper our roots, the more grounded we are; even when schedules get tight or stress starts to weigh us down.
Three ways to stay rooted in your yoga practice
1. Find Mindfulness in the Small Moments
Even if you can’t get to a full class, you can practice mindfulness throughout your day. These small pockets of attention—pausing to breathe deeply while making breakfast, stretching at your desk, or taking a mindful walk outside—can keep you connected to your practice.
Consistency doesn’t always mean big blocks of time. The cumulative effect of these small moments nourishes your body and mind, helping you carry the calm and focus of your practice into every part of your day.
2. Practice with Community
Yoga is both personal and communal. Practicing with others—whether in a class, workshop, or informal group—can keep you motivated and accountable. Sharing your journey, learning from others, and connecting in a supportive space reminds us why we practice in the first place.
Invite a friend to class, join a workshop, or participate in a small group flow. The energy of community helps you stay consistent and inspired, even when life gets busy.
3. Return to Your Why
Sometimes we drift from our practice because we’re focused on outcomes—“I want to be stronger,” or “I want to master this pose.” When this happens, it helps to return to the why behind your practice.
Yoga is about connection: to your body, your breath, your mind, and your inner self. It’s not about perfection, it’s all about showing up. Remembering why you started, whether it was to reduce stress, gain flexibility, or simply feel more present, can reignite your motivation and bring you back to the mat with joy instead of obligation.
As this season unfolds, let’s anchor ourselves in our practice. Make time to breathe, move, and reconnect both on and off the mat. The deeper your roots, the more steady and grounded you’ll feel, no matter how busy the season becomes.