When I first arrived at the Hatha Yoga Center in 1997, there was a tradition of commemorating birthdays with the “backbend club“. Those gathered would do backbends for each year celebrated. The more senior members in their 70s and 80s now have found other ways of celebrating.
Without specifically intending, yesterday while on camera I began with 15. And another 10. And another 10. Five more. Another 10. Then five. And the last five. Reviewing the years represented, I’m thrilled to have arrived. 60 years old and still in the backbend club, if the last member.
Want to join? How do you like celebrating special birthdays? Ki to Happiness celebrates today by getting out of bed, pain-free.