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Testimonials
Dear Kate, In one of the yoga classes, you told us that yoga shouldn’t be just a once a week class, but something that we practiced. You challenged us to do a little each day and see if it made a difference. I’m sure that wasn’t the first time you imparted that message, but I felt that you were speaking directly to me. After seven or so years of classes, other than some breathing exercises, I really did not think I could do it on my own. But the next day after I took a walk, I put my mat in front of the double doors on the south side of my house and like a magic carpet, the mat transported me. At first I set a timer for twenty minutes. I would begin in a seated meditative pose and move into whatever postures my body seemed to need, and then I would end with relaxation. I don’t use a timer anymore, but I do always begin in a seated position. The other day, I just stayed in Child’s pose the entire time. Years of your classes prepared me for this private practice. Thank you for a life-enhancing gift. - Denise
Dear Kate,
I just read the newsletter and your request for
letters and felt compelled to respond.
I started taking yoga classes eleven months ago. At
the time my life was in chaos as my husband of twenty years had just
passed away. I know yoga has played a very big part in my healing
process. It has helped me emotionally and physically. The caring support
I’ve received from you and Surya and my fellow yoga mates has really
made this transition in my life easier. I really enjoy coming to class.
When I’m having a bad day I know when I go to yoga it will help me cope
with my problems and when I’m having a good day it just makes that day
even better.
Physically I haven’t been in this shape in more years
than I want to think. I’m getting stronger every week. You must have
been talking about me with the headstand. I can’t believe I can do one.
If you had told me a year ago I would be able to do one I would have
laughed at you. I started class with no sense of balance and now I am so
much more coordinated. I recently started taking the next level up
classes and though I find it a physical challenge it’s a challenge I
want to take on. I know in a year I’ll be just that much more physically
and mentally fit.
I want to thank you and Surya and the rest of your
staff. I feel I have a new lease on life and you are a big part of that.
- Martha
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practice of yoga over the last 3 years has been an integral part of my
learning to be more accepting and better equipped to deal with permanent
life changes in a more peaceful, meaningful, and enduring way. When I
leave the studio my focus, energy, spirit, and willingness to address
the day with a positive approach is amazing.
Retirement, relocation, readjustment to a new and
different way of life presented major challenges for me. The yoga
studio, my practice, teacher and new friends have impacted me in more
ways than I can possibly explain. Yoga is, and will continue to be, a
beautiful, fulfilling part of my life journey. Namaste
- Jane, Age 60, Educator
I first came to yoga in 1997. In 1998 I had back
surgery which left me with nerve damage and chronic pain. I tried
physical therapy and alternative therapies. the only think I could do
was yoga. I still have chronic pain, but I'm able to manage it through
yoga. Yoga has changed my life...I have always believed in God, but
through yoga my spirituality has deepened. Emotionally, I have more
insight into who I am and have opened myself to people, sharing all the
benefits of yoga.
I suffer from depression, and through yoga I've
become more focused and able to deal with deep emotions, bringing me to
a place of peace and serenity. I am currently 75 pounds overweight, and
I've learned that no matter what you weigh, or whatever shape or
disability you have, YOGA IS FOR EVERYONE!
- Sue M.
Happy 2ND Anniversary Peconic River Yoga and deep
respect and gratitude to Kate Buhler who has put so much care into
providing such a sacred, safe space for all her practicing yoginies.I am
also grateful to be apart of a very special yoga community that is
blooming and prospering since the first day Peconic River Yoga opened.
A few years ago I would never have foreseen myself so
dedicated to yoga and I truly believe that had my first experience of
yoga not been with Kate I probably would have moved on by now. Kate's
genuineness, knowledge and wisdom, all that she shares of her own life's
experience enhances my life aiding me to a better understanding of self,
my inner spirit and soul source. As I continue to evolve in everyday, I
see with greater clarity focusing on the present moment, living with
much more peace, ease.
My first yoga class was in the fall of 2004. In a
large, crowded room men and women of all ages gather, filling the room
with quite energy. Anxiously I join in following the directions of the
yoga instructor, Kate. Her soft spoken, soothing voice gently guides us
through various postures. She moves caringly among us assisting and
assuring, realizing that we all have different abilities and experience.
Before I knew it she was leading us into Savasana, relaxing every bit of
myself . It's hard to describe the sensation of being fully present; was
unknown to me and quite profound. It left me feeling calm, revived and
wanting more yoga. Going inward and being present in each moment was the
first gift of yoga for me.
Yoga found its way into my life at a time of
transition. My role in my work and within my family was changing.
Redefining myself at this stage in my life (age 43) came like a stranger
who knocked upon my door in need of directions to a place I never been
to. That was yoga to me, a stranger that I am so thankful I opened up
the door to. Through my practice I learned that all things are
impermanent and not to grasp for or cling to familiarity as a means to
control the uncontrollable course of everyday life. I am mindful of my
own individual needs and take greater care of myself for the first time
in my life. Making time for me, quieting my mind and reacquainting
myself to me was my first step to wholeness. The void I had felt was the
awakening to self . All the stresses began to fade away as I practiced
yoga more and more regularly.
Now, after practicing yoga for over two years, I am
thankful for the many other benefits I continuously receive for the
wisdom of yoga is vast and universal for all beings. Awakening ones
spirit and sense of self is only part of this ancient and eternal
practice I call the gift I give to me that all around me too receive.
-Gina D.
I stepped into the studio a year or so ago - filled with anxiety. I was overly stressed from taking care of my 3 children, but neglecting myself. I ended up in the ER with high blood pressure and heart palpitations. It was a wake up call. I vowed to start nurturing myself . Yoga immediately came to mind as a way to do that. It has given me a way to calm down , nurture myself and my spirit. My children say, " Ma, go to yoga! " now- as they see the benefit! My health and sense of well being has returned. I attribute that to the practice. - Sharon
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