I’d like to share with you my experiene at the Initial Awakening workshop.

I was really nervous coming in to the workshop. I almost didn’t go because I didn’t think I would be able to handle the emotional part of it. I’m not the kind of person that lets my emotions out easily. I guess that’s why I’ve been really achy all these years – not to mention that my blood pressure has been getting higher. My goal for the Initial Awakening is to have peace of mind.

I wasn’t sure of what to expect at the IA workshop. All I can say is that I felt a lot of energy. I was able to push myself more than ever, when before I was afraid to hurt myself. At the IA workshop, I learned how to manage my fear of pushing myself too hard. While I was doing the “organ dance” my right side hurt so much I can feel tears in my eyes. One of the instructors kept saying, “faster, faster”. And as I went faster, believe it or not, the pain on my right side started to subside. I could not believe it! All these years I’ve been holding back when I finally realized that that was the problem. I was so glad when it was finally over, but felt even better now that I know how to control my pains. It was so refreshing!

There was also a session dealing with emotions. I didn’t think I would do well on this session, but I let my mind open to whatever was going to be thrown at me. In the end I realized that all my emotions that I have been feeling all this time are somehow “a thing of the past”, like it was no big deal. It seemed so, dare I say it, easy to let go of my past emotions. I felt so relieved, like a big weight was lifted off my chest. My whole body, especially my chest, felt so light, calm, relaxed and happy. I couldn’t believe that this actually happened. For the first time, in a very long time, I was able to handle my emotions and let go. I felt really free – this was a great feeling.

I was really glad I came to the Initial Awakening workshop. I may have achieved my goal of peace of mind. But I’m sure I can achieve more at Shim Sung and I can’t wait for that.

I can’t believe it took only ONE DAY to be finally free from my past emotions. Why didn’t I know about Dahn Yoga sooner? Well, I guess better late than never. I’m just very greatful that I found Dahn Yoga and what it has done for me. I know I’ve only been doing it for a little over a month, but somehow it has made a world of difference to me, both my body and my mind. I look forward to Shim Sung and more of Dahn Yoga.

Thank you so much for such a wonderful program.
–Lillibeth Castro