The Lyric Philosophy

For centuries, the wisdom and the quest for wellness have inspired people of all cultures.  Today, we search for a balance between the demands of our life and the desire to reach our fullest potential.  By celebrating the self, we discover the radiance within and develop our capacity to experience the radiance that also surrounds us.  Whether it is at home or in the workplace, we must nurture ourselves and always continue to grow.  Part of our growth is in recognizing the intrinsic connection between us, others, and the universe. Lyric specializes in programs that acknowledge the unique quality of each person and each moment; our aim is to foster the creative spirit and imagination within.

Lyric’s philosophy is inspired by the essence of lyric poetry, which often resembles a moment of meditation on a specific thought or feeling.  The lyric poem usually has a very personal quality to it, which is reflected in the personal nature of a yoga practice.  The yoga experience is unique to each person and can change on a daily basis depending on our needs for that day.  Originally referring to the type of poetry that was expressed along with the music of the lyre, lyric implies the importance of tuning into the rhythm in our own lives, finding the harmony, and seeing the beauty inherent in what the universe has to offer us.  Yoga gives us a chance to increase our awareness on this level and also express ourselves in a new way.  Of course, anything offering such benefits requires a certain degree of discipline and focus; the lyric poem is characteristically organized into stanzas, which relates to the structure and discipline of our yoga practice. Through a balanced and thoughtful approach in our practice, we can achieve greater health in body, mind, and spirit. Finally, an important component of lyric poetry is the epiphany or revelation that the poet experiences as a result of this meditation.  The ultimate mission of Lyric is to facilitate others in their yoga practice and pursuit of well-being so that they are better able to open themselves up to the little epiphanies that each day can bring.  Lyric recognizes that we are surrounded by the poetry that is life.  And each person is both a poet and a poem in progress, always with new insights and discoveries waiting to unfold.