Writing Yoga: A Guide to Keeping a Practice Journal

Writer and editor Bruce Black began studying yoga in 2006, after his knees could no longer stand the stress of running. Shortly after taking his first class, he started keeping a journal to explore his experiences on the mat. Out of his journal and his devotion to Anusara Yoga has emerged a book that delves into the nexus of yoga, writing, and life.

In Writing Yoga, Bruce begins by sharing tips he has learned along the way: the benefits of keeping a practice journal, how to select just the right blank book, writing at different times of day, how often to write, and more.

He has organized the book into ten chapters by theme—each with guided writing exercises:


   1. Opening Up

   2. Moving Past Fear

   3. Accepting Gifts

   4. Paying Attention

   5. Awakening to Connections

   6. Trusting the Process

   7. Just Sitting

   8. Finding Your Balance

   9. Learning to Breathe

   10. Listening to Your Inner Voice