Anger is something we all must deal with, at least, on occasion. Labeling it as a bad emotion, trying never to feel it, or fighting to suppress or control irritation generally increases its power. These are "should" mindsets that create resistance and invite self-judgment, both of which only add to negative feelings.

Hollywood celebrities such as Jennifer Anniston and Madonna put yoga on the mainstream fitness arena when they began to advocate that their tone and limber bodies were due to their yoga practices. They became the poster children for the yoga fitness renaissance.