Travel Yoga (22 page)

On each trip, make a commitment to get to know at least one stranger. Be on the lookout, because without fail there is always someone with whom you are destined to make contact. Stay open and available, and welcome conversations with those around you.

I have found out that there ain't no surer way to find out whether you like people or hate them than to travel with them
.

—Mark Twain

Make sure you bring your sunglasses to protect yourself against bright sunlight. It's also helpful to stop and take an eye break.

Close your eyes and let your face relax and soften.

Roll your eyes in slow, wide circles in both directions.

Rub your palms together and place your hands gently over your eyes.

Place your index fingers just above the middle of each eyebrow.

Press with your fingers and hold.

Close eyes and breathe deeply.

Remember the Philosophy of the Enlightened Traveler (see page
11
). Though you may encounter surprises and challenges around every turn, stay committed to remaining calm and content. No matter whether you have to wait in a long line or your travel plans get dras-tically altered; you'll stay cool!

If you are patient in one moment of anger, you will escape a hundred days of sorrow
.

—Chinese proverb

Check in with your travelmates to see if they need anything. Whether it's a shoulder massage or a kind word, everyone needs extra
T.L.C.
when far from home. It is important to keep your communications with your travel-mates as courteous and kind as possible.

A single conversation across the table with a wise man is worth a month's study of books
.

—Chinese proverb

As you travel across the globe to exciting destinations, try these challenging yoga stretches to keep you at your best
.

Stand with your feet hip-width apart.

Inhale and fully extend your arms overhead with your palms pressed tightly together.

Exhale and lean your upper body to the left.