Even in the most committed yoga practitioners, there are inevitably moments when we find ourselves responding in ways that don't feel especially yogic. We might snap in irritation, shut down in silence, defend our position fiercely, or stew in resentment. It’s easy to forget the teachings when we're triggered or hurt. After all, our identities are strong. They’ve been shaped over a lifetime for survival, often built to protect and defend us in a world that doesn’t always feel