I met up with a friend the other day and she was saying what a fumbling buffoon she felt around her yoga teacher, because he was such a peaceful, present, wise, measured and calm being (the perfect picture of someone who’s mastered the art of life). Yes! I could totally relate to that. I’ve had that experience too many times and I always imagined that with age, I’d master some of these skills. I do so desire this forward movement in my life: to become more present in moments, a better listener, at peace with myself and others, and yet to stay in this space all the time seems so unattainable.