This is one of the many things Bikram Yoga instructors say while you try to press your sweaty face against your sweaty knees simulataneously pulling your upper body down using the fingers you’ve placed under your feet.  I always find it funny but inspiring.  As I heard this mantra in a class this week, I realized maybe I should start applying it or others like it to life off of the yoga mat.

The one that I think will help me most with my toddler tantrum woes is “Mind over Matter.  It only matters, if you mind.”  Let’s see how good my recall is for that when the next time Monkey throws a fit and is grapping at my face!