I practiced Primary Led while listening to Sharathji’s recorded voice.

Guruji’s long, steady breathing has become familiar to me, and when I hear “vinyasa” and “one,” my mind softens and settles.

During my first Led two weeks ago, I was distracted by the people around me. I felt pressure to perform well and practiced with tension. This time, I let that go and simply enjoyed my own practice — and it felt entirely different.

In Matsyasana, I sensed the breath moving from my lower abdomen through my chest like a gentle wind rising from within. It was the first time I felt this, and the eight counts were deeply joyful.