What do you say when you are asked about your teaching? This week many of us will return home for turkey, football (well at least I will), and reconnecting with families. Many new teachers will be expected to report on the fruits of their new training, but, many new teachers are still in their old careers or have not broken into “teaching” just yet. It can be tough – especially for those who do not have support 100%. So how can you talk about your teaching career if you are not actually teaching?
Speak of your plans: It’s okay to have a great plan that is not yet executed. Speaking about it might actually get you more excited for what’s to come. Tell about what you would like to do, where you want to teach, who you plan to contact, when you plan to do it. Show your love of yoga and excitement with each word.
Only teach one class? That’s great!: Whoever said that you need to be teaching 10 classes to be considered a “teacher” was wrong. There, I said it. Now you can believe that teaching 1 class is great (think about all of the special attention you give this class since you only have one to plan for). Speak of how much you love your students and why the class is special: “I teach one early-morning class at the gym and my students are so devoted. They always show up and give me their all.”
Be yoga: There is always a yoga-critic, a misbeliever and even a doubter. Just be who you are and be a yoga teacher in whatever way works for you. Maybe it is in practicing kindness. Maybe it is through being present as you play with the children. Maybe you wake up early to give yourself some “you” time before you spend the day giving to others. Just be you and you will be okay. 
