Last week I wrote about a squat challenge I did in 2023 that turned out to be a bad idea for my body. If you missed it, you can read about it here.

Which brings me to this week’s topic: how do you know whether something is right for you? This applies especially when trying something new, such as a food program, a recreational activity, or a new yoga class. Making a mistake in judgment can cost you in many ways: financially, emotionally, and physically.

I’ve gathered some information from my own experience, and discussed this question with students recently.

Here are some questions and notes to consider:

First and most important: is it SAFE? If something is very risky, it may not be worth trying.
What is the purpose of this? Will it be something that can help your life, or are you doing something because you think you “should”?
Try it out. Explore mindfully and set your ego aside.
Listen to professional instruction and ask questions, but also:
Trust your own body’s wisdom and instinct. You know your body better than anyone else, so don’t discount what it tells you. Also, sometimes we get a “gut” feeling about a person or situation. Listen to it.

Be Well,

Eva