HEART OPENING Yoga | 20 MIN| All Levels *Beginner Friendly!*

[@Nomzie]

I could never have imagined the phenomenal difference of having a black yogi. I am a beginner at yoga practice and I’ve never followed a poc yogi before. But there’s something safe about seeing someone that looks like me instructing me. I didn’t think there would be a difference but I’m glad I found your channel ❤️

[@jerimymccray]

I'm glad I found this channel oh, I've been looking for black yoga channel for a while now.

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Here I am here I am!

[@yoyoboho4219]

SAAAAMMMMMMMEEEEE Iam screaming instead of calmly breathing lol

[@Raddiebaddie]

I would also suggest Koya Webb and Erica Rascon if you haven't already found them too!

[@dr.feliciavaughn4000]

Arianna let me just say your spirit is absolutely beautiful and calming. First of all, thank you for the extra long shivasana (I probably butchered the spelling). I had to put you on pause, because the birds outside of my home started chirping at the same time. It was beautiful!!! Then you blew me away with the scripture at the end. I had just read Joshua 1 before I started my yoga session with you, and I knew the LORD was admonishing me to be courageous as I build the business He's given me for His glory. You just helped Him drive the point home. Thank you!!! Keep doing you!!! You matter!!!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Awww this is so special! Thank you so much for your support! I appreciate it so so much.These words are just so kind Felicia

[@terraceshuler5465]

thanks for sharing your life's ministry with us! love that you fuse God and yoga so seamlessly

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You are so welcome!

[@mindfullils3858]

Thank you for giving us the time to take a moment to set an intention!! This was so meaningful to me

[@vanessabrown4499]

I've been exploring black female yoga channels and I really like this one. Your voice is very soothing and these moves were very feasible for a beginner such as myself. Thanks for this video!

[@trucmai5417]

Your soothing voice, kindness and general energy is what I needed for shelter in place. SO HAPPY to have found you! And a hell yes to all the comments below about finding Black and POC channels!!!

[@cynthiajacks9772]

good morning. this was a great start to getting back to work after a week vacation. i did this video a month ago and realized by the end i was out of breath. a little while ago i went to a another video you had giving out tips for beginners. one tip was the no breather lol. i did it again today with the intention of breathing. Thanks for the tip. i feel so silly but i realize i need to focus on my breathing better! Thank you very much.

[@shandahall9867]

I love the reminders after the cool down to think, speak and feel with love. They truly help me set the tone for my day!

[@deborahfaison8951]

This was awesome. I love the position that followed the 3 legged dog. Very nice full body extension experience.

[@TheAnaisFM]

So grounding and nice to end my stressful day of work with one of your videos. I love to do this and this yoga really relaxed me. Thank you ❤️❤️

[@egzegeza_]

omg you should definitely to more of chakra openers! I absolutely loved this one and I keep coming back to it every evening

[@alwandemahlawe7299]

What a beautiful and grounding practise. Thank you so much Arianna for sharing your passion with us.

[@louo444]

Thank you so much for video 💛 this is how I started the new year.

[@CCMIMII]

loved this! please don’t stop making this videos - just perfect!

[@NaomiBoose]

I love that you keep the sounds going after thank you!!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Absolutely

[@cookiescorner]

My friend recommended your channel and I'm grateful that she did. Thank you for sharing your journey of yoga with us. Peace and blessings. 🙏🏾

[@ciennadavis140]

Really grateful for your channel. It's wonderful to do yoga with someone who looks like me :) Would be grateful for some more advanced videos as well

[@elianasaorise4408]

Your voice is incredibly relaxing, as was this practice. This was just what I needed, thank you so much! Namaste!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You're so welcome!

[@milliecalzada3153]

thank you so much for all your yoga videos! your content is approachable and easy to follow, really really really thankful for you!!!!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You're so welcome!

[@AiwMir]

At the end of a stormy day, I was looking for an anchor in the form of a yoga practice here on KZbin. And then I found your short heart opener sequence. You brought the glow and confidence back to me. Thank you for these energies

[@medbyidara8762]

Soo glad KZbin recommended your channel to me. I’ve tried a few KZbin yoga channels and your videos are my favorite! Especially loved bringing the hands to forehead, lips, & heart

[@AriannaElizabeth]

awww Yay! Thank you! This is super encouraging. I appreciate it

[@Radiant.Ransom]

Thats one of my favorite parts too!

[@anavaleria8443]

Yes! This part felt so good! She's amazing

[@kaitlinvoellinger4423]

Thank you!! :) Am loving your practices!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You're so welcome!

[@cynthiajacks9772]

i really liked this practice this morning! thank you for the block tip because it helped very much. im a beginner so everything still feels a little tight. i really love the extra music at the end so i can have extra time on the mat!!!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You're so welcome!

[@tiffanyvo9507]

This pairs really well with your day 8 meditation for healing. I feel so much lighter! Thank you!

[@anavaleria8443]

So glad I did this class! It was a little challenging but I absolutely loved the whole thing. It was perfect to start my day

[@yoyoboho4219]

Iam sharing you with all my friends you are awesome. As a black woman, doing this practice was extremely healing but in general of course this practice and your videos are just extremely healing thank you!!!!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Awww I'm so happy to hear this!!

[@ShereseNicole]

Love this practice! I noticed the video was still playing at the end with music which was great because I was in my shavasana for longer. I'd love to see a 7-day yoga challenge with a video for everyday of the week. Keep up the good work 🙏🏾👌🏾

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Oh that's a great idea! a Mon-Sunday Challenge. Thank you for that idea! I'll be sure to do that

[@katieroehrich8199]

Ooo I like this suggestion, too.

[@dr.feliciavaughn4000]

I lingered longer in my shavasana, too! So nice!

[@jessicamurray5154]

AWESOME 👏🏾 SESSION

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lateishalovelace8511]

thank you for sharing your practice. THIS is why i actively seek out Black and PoC yoga teachers who actually come with Truth and liberatory language - which makes me feel safe and seen.

[@AriannaElizabeth]

I appreciate that more than you know!♥️♥️

[@newrenaissancewoman]

this !!!

[@Nayrapac]

This was just what my heart and my back needed. Really grateful for your spirit and energy, it's so calming and REAL!

[@Radiant.Ransom]

Thank you for your humility and kindness. I would love to request a vin/yin flow that focuses on opening the hips. Thank you and blessings

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You are so very welcome and I'll be sure to add it to my list! :)

[@tiffanygnaly]

This was a fantastic practice! Thank you for creating this space for us to open up our hearts & bodies. And the little chat you had at the end made me so teary-eyed. Thank you :*

[@vsip7699]

Thank you.. Great flow. The instruction to part my teeth but keep my lips closed was new to me. It helped me relax my jaw. The ending sequence of closed hands going from your head, mouth and heart was a great and easy to remember practice.

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You're so welcome!

[@mashereeamor]

Loved everything but the messages at the end really hit home and made me thankful for the light and kindness my mama passed down to me❤

[@tieraf.6393]

I was recommended to check out your channel by a friend on Twitter. After this video, you have earned yourself a new subscriber, ma’am! I thoroughly enjoyed your soothing voice and easy to follow instructions. Please keep up the amazing work, Queen!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Awww I'm so happy to hear that I came from a referral! Thanks for entrusting me with your practice. I appreciate the kind words. God Bless! Thank YOU queen!

[@eveylnfuentes1124]

Arianna Elizabeth ewsay( you a “ -q= Y

[@Raddiebaddie]

SO glad I found your channel! Ill be doing your 7 day challenge starting Sunday :)

[@AriannaElizabeth]

yay enjoy and listen to your body!

[@RozaySensei]

I'm 7 days consistent right now. I'll check back in another week. I'm going to start the 7 day challenge from the top on Monday! Blessings.

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You got this!

[@suzannahkolbeck6973]

This was very lovely. :) I want to request another 7-day or 30-day challenge for beginner to intermediate!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Thanks for the request!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@autumnchestre831]

I finally understand a forward bend! My sacral chakra has never been happier

[@katieroehrich8199]

Great video, I'm definitely feeling like I'm back to beginner status. I appreciated the reminder in seated forward fold not to hunch over and the tip to put hands under legs to keep the back straight, that was really helpful this morning. Looking forward to the next one.

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Consistency will make a huge difference to these feelings!

[@sanelisiwendabezitha1309]

Hello Arianna... thank you thank you thank you so much for your channel. I feel so grateful to have found your channel. Not just your practice but your openness has inspired me and I’m thankful for that.

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You're so so welcome! I really appreciate your kind words

[@moonpie7982]

Wow! I’ve been stressed recently as have a big exam next week and this was perfect? What is the music towards the end? I was in such a nice meditation by the end of it - could you link the music so we can continue?

[@arthan06]

Newbie here and loving the videos so far ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Heyyyy! Yay I'm so glad you are enjoying them!

[@teeresagai]

Thank you for this beautiful heart opening. My affirmation I am love, I am whole was perfect with this practice. I love your channel❤️

[@poetvallyo]

FYI at the end of this video, Arianna allows a DOPE meditative soundtrack to continue on if you are still in shavasana pose and want to meditate further! Here for it

[@CakeLife2885]

Thank you for sharing your yoga practice. Life has been so stressful for me lately and I literally find so much peace after I do yoga with you. I feel like I cannot go a day without doing yoga with you now. Thank you and please keep the videos coming, I appreciate everything. God Bless.

[@AriannaElizabeth]

awww this is just so special. That you for these kind words. This is so encouraging. God Bless

[@Workofart755]

Hi Ariana, I was recommended your videos on face book and I loved my practice with you. The poses are cool. Looking forward to more morning/10 mins yoga. Keep it up👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Awesome! Thank you so much for letting me know which ones you like the most. I'll be sure to create more 10 minutes yoga sequences!

[@joanwinga9123]

A beginner from Kenya(254)who loves you so much and is glad to have met you at this time when so much is going on. Thank you and all the best.

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Thank you so much and God Bless queen!

[@AjaVaughn]

This was wonderful! Thank you! I’ve been on a mission to find more black yoga instructors on KZbin that teach how I like to learn and this was perfect!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Yay! I'm so happy you found me!

[@Raddiebaddie]

I would also suggest Koya Webb and Erica Rascon if you haven't already found them too!

[@Sharice36]

Im dealing with heavy emotions and my chest felt heavy heavy; this flow helped so much. Thank you for what you do Arianna ❤

[@ElegantPaws01]

Please also do the odd 5 to 7 minute meditations on breathing. Once a week is fine for that. You are doing brilliantly.

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Sure thing, I'll add it back in! :) Thanks for the feedback!

[@ElegantPaws01]

@@AriannaElizabeth you are welcome.

[@lovetat92]

Love it, thanks!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

of course! :)

[@YogaWithNico]

Thank you. 🖤

[@ashleynicolas7952]

This is the first yoga practice I've done with you thank you. I plan on starting the your 7 day challenge along with some kundalini yoga if I don't get to tired

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Wonderful!

[@xavierbb8724]

I love your videos! Thank you 🙏🏾

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Aww thank you!! I really appreciate it! 🙏🏾✨

[@marcellarende6648]

Beautiful. I shared your intention today and I will keep that with me until my next practice. Also, excellent jaw clenching tip. Thank you! 🙏❤️

[@AriannaElizabeth]

So happy to hear 🤍

[@janetbrown31]

Thanks,for the space,energy and time.

[@lindsaybarrows9139]

i loved the wrap up at the end where you put your hands to your head etc

[@thebeautygirl79]

thank you for this lovely practice! ✨

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You're so welcome!

[@osnapitzmason]

i found your channel on twitter i am so thankful that i did! this practice felt so healing and fulfilling to me. you are definitely my new favorite yogi

[@AriannaElizabeth]

awww thank you! Yay twitter! haha

[@tarahbrown1869]

I’m so thankful for you!!! I love your bible verses at the end had to rewind to read (slow reader lol) but again thank you for this journey and enhancing my home practice. Your so inspirational!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You are so welcome! lol.... and thank you so much!

[@314DatBoi]

I love the scripture quotes #saltedtribe ... simple but really effective practice Thank You

[@yokosupreme746]

What a gift, thank you💖💖💖

[@lindsaybrowder3443]

Loved this one! The music was the perfect volume 💛

[@AriannaElizabeth]

yayyyy thanks for that feedback! Super helpful

[@happyzoe13]

I really enjoyed this wonderful practice, thank you!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You're so welcome!

[@trinityross2611]

This has been an amazing experience. You are truly black girl magic !

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Aww thanks so so much 🤍

[@cynthialomax1512]

I am surprised miss this one. Thank you love it woo woo 😍😍😍😍👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿🙌🙌🙌

[@deliladanielle18]

love this it was great appreciate you sooo much

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You are so welcome

[@veranaomi7109]

I Enjoyed this. Ended my practice feeling light. Thank you.

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Wonderful. So happy to hear it 🤍

[@benergiee]

Amazing back bend & spinal variations

[@carolyncorbin1825]

Thank you! You are wonderful 🌈

[@hannahvictoria836]

Loved it! So relaxing. Prepared me for my day!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

So glad!

[@ajamonemarleau6419]

Loved this class! Thank you so much for sharing. Subscribed and looking forward to practicing with you more :)

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You're so welcome! Thank you so much for your support!

[@lolalolady]

Hey Arianna! The music was very soothing. Great way to start my morning. I would still consider myself a beginner, but I would like to have an understanding of what that looks like relative to intermediate/ advanced practice. Would you mind labeling some videos in the description with the level? Or create series/playlists according to practice level? Thank you for the content! Really enjoying learning from a Black woman, especially during this time!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Sure I can definitely do that! if that makes it more helpful no problem. Thanks for the feedback

[@thedansusart]

Amazing video!!! I was so glad that we didn't need to do too many downward dogs, I'm super out of practice haha. Can't wait till I can get back in the groove!! See you next time :)

[@AriannaElizabeth]

haha I try not to kill everyone will a million down dogs! lol

[@nicoletteskyselasi9723]

So glad I found ur channel. Definitely going to be trying this.💖

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Yayyy! Welcome!♥️

[@reneemorgan1062]

Wonderful, thank you! 💚✌️

[@anagarcia011]

Thank you. Namaste. 🙏🏽

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You're so welcome

[@KiaWeatherspoon]

Another great video!!! 🙏❤️

[@everythingispolitics6526]

Thank you so much! ❤️❤️❤️

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You are so welcome!

[@yoyoboho4219]

You have no idea how muc this helped me RIGHT NOW I am a fan a subscriber

[@AriannaElizabeth]

YAY! Love love love this!! You have just made my whole day with all these comments!!

[@ElegantPaws01]

Will do this tomorrow morning.

[@AriannaElizabeth]

yay! Enjoy

[@Swangels3]

Hi, Do you have videos on stretching the back and feet? Great video. Keep them coming. Thank you

[@AriannaElizabeth]

I do have a video for the back but not for the feet! That's a great idea, thank you. I will get one made!

[@Swangels3]

Great and thanks. Lol I will be looking forward to the new video. Thank you

[@kylewasserman8732]

Thank you!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

You're welcome!

[@yasanispencer8306]

Thank you for this practice. It would have been nice to know there would be more time and music at the end of your spiel for us to stay in “dead pose”.

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Noted! Thank you for the heads up

[@lina1rob]

Enjoyed your video! My husband and I do them together!

[@catfrancis4130]

:Everyone is deserving of life" *glares at justice system*

[@catfrancis4130]

WONDERFUL PRACTICE BTW.

[@AriannaElizabeth]

LOLOLLLL ( not at everything going on because of course that’s not funny but the “glares at justice system “ bit was!) and thank you so so much!! ♥️✊🏾✊🏽✊🏼♥️

[@ALKEBULANGear]

Couldn't do the reclined hero, full camel and those tabletops but I tried and modified!

[@yoyoboho4219]

Can I suggest or request a post run session and or a 20 min ish deep strech senquence ?

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Thank you for this! I actually have a post run yoga sash! Check it out

[@chelsgabrielle7356]

Do you have any suggestions on how to protect your neck in camel pose? I feel like mine sinks into my shoulders. Great video as always! Thank you!

[@AriannaElizabeth]

In camel pose, its best to submit and breathe into the posture by allowing your head to rest back fully ( unless you have pain) rather than attempt to hold your head up which will feel like work rather than a nice opening in the throat.

[@lavinieaaa801]

I struggle a lot with downward dog. There’s a lot of tension in my shoulders and I can’t hold myself up for long. Any tips?

[@AriannaElizabeth]

Totally normal! Hold yourself up for as long as you can and then gently bring your Kees to the floor. Breathe. and keep trying! Time and consistency will create more strength!

[@Morniquie]

✨❣️

[@blacksatin24kc]

❤

[@AriannaElizabeth]