Not a single Chinese character
no swirling Yin-Yang
or Sanskrit prayer that might mean universal love
crawling down a thigh
How can she be a genuine yogini?
be able to adjust any body part
so it finds instant harmony
and demonstrate postures backwards that twist
students’ eyes
Still, in order for me to give over fully
to lose the self in her verbal manipulations
trust is required
A tiny Buddha on her ankle would do
an Om on the back of her neck
a tear of compassion hanging to her earlobe
peace sign on her palm
rainbow on her heel, dolphin —
Something!
Maybe she’s got a fear of needles
But shouldn’t a yogi transcend that?
The Pope has the robes for the flock
to follow behind
the guru has the flowing beard
The required yoga teacher uniform is:
2% body fat
perpetually glowing skin
teeth so white they purify all ujjayi breaths
sweet sing-songy voice
endless patience
vegan
hybrid car
and visible body ink
Otherwise
it’s just too distracting to practice
Love elephant and want to go steady?
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Editor: Travis May
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