Spreadsheet Your Soul | Virgo Season Tips for Progress, Not Perfection

The Rules Are: There Ain’t No Rules — Grease

After a season of shining in the spotlight (while helping others shine too), Virgo season calls us to declutter, ground ourselves, and reset the foundations behind the scenes. Virgos love order and strive for perfection, but when it comes to self-awareness and growth, sometimes the rules are meant to be broken—so long as no harm is done (cough, ahimsa, cough). Instead of chasing perfection, chase clarity. Like clear quartz, mental clarity amplifies everything around it.

But how do we avoid the trap of perfection without collapsing into failure? How do we clear away obstacles while keeping our emotions organized? How do we make a spreadsheet that leaves room for heart, soul, intuition, and the divine? The truth is, the rules are: there ain’t no rules. The toolkit lies in self-study. When we reflect on mistakes, we create order—and from that order comes peace. You don’t have to be flawless to feel at ease. You just have to trust that when life feels messy or out of control, it’s simply a moment of feeling messy and out of control. Through yoga, we meet those feelings and then transform them.

Virgo Season Takeaways on Perfectionism

Even Beyoncé isn’t flawless.
It’s easy to compare yourself to others and shrink under the illusion of their perfection. Yoga reminds us: it’s not about the end result, but detachment from it. Even Beyoncé—the Virgo queen herself—isn’t untouchable, just seasoned.

Get organized.
Lean into Virgo’s earth energy to cut through mental clutter. Make lists, meal prep, create rituals—whatever builds a strong foundation for steady growth.

Show up.
Virgos thrive in service, especially when things feel uncertain. Discernment is the key: balancing practical analysis (yes, spreadsheets) with wisdom that seems to come from somewhere less tangible—like the soul.

Sutra of the Season

Patanjali teaches discernment and clarity: the ability to distinguish what is real from what is not. This perfectly mirrors Virgo’s pursuit of knowledge through both intellect and intuition.

So if you’re looking at life like a spreadsheet, remember—don’t forget the splashes of color. 🌈

It doesn't matter if you win or lose, it's what you do with your dancin' shoes – also Grease

Virgo Season Workshops & Community Events

Just as Virgo season reminds us that clarity matters more than perfection, our community events and workshops invite us to practice together in ways that honor both structure and soul—whether it’s flowing in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, walking in meditation to honor the history of the land beneath us, bathing in the vibrations of sound to release inner clutter, or simply showing up for Yoga Month celebrations that reconnect us to the joy of practice. Each gathering becomes a reminder that growth happens not in flawless execution, but in presence, service, and shared experience.

• SOMATIC VOICE WORKSHOP w/ Emmett Patton & Simha Garimella | Saturday, August 30 | 2:30-4pm | East Hollywood
• ROOTED REVERENCE, a community walking meditation w/ Magnolia Yang Sao Yia | Sunday, September 21 | 10am-12pm | Echo Park Lake
• HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH FLOW, an "affinity" class w/ Steven Arcos | Sunday, September 21 | 3-4:15pm | Echo Park
• IGNITE YOUR INNER LIGHT, a tarot workshop w/ Victoria Hernandez | Thursday, September 25 | 7-8:15pm | Echo Park
• YOGA MONTH SPECIALS & PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN CLASSES | Sept 1 - 30 | Deals on memberships and class packs, plus more Pay-What-You-Can classes than ever | Book a Pay-What-You-Can Class on the regular schedule and stay tuned for specials!

Playlist of the Season: 

Every season deserves a soundtrack. Our Virgo-themed playlist blends organized beats with perfectly imperfect anthems—background music for your spreadsheet soul search. Let it inspire focus, clarity, and a little playful movement as you clear mental clutter and tune into presence. Give it a listen, let it set the vibe, and see how music can turn even self-study into a groove.

Asana(s) of the Season:

Parivrtta Trikonasana (Revolved Triangle Pose)

A twisty-turny pose for life's twists and turns. Here's how to approach this asana:

Step your feet wide—right toes forward, left foot angled in—and square your hips. Just like Virgo loves a strong foundation, root down through both legs before you move. Reach your arms wide, hinge forward with a long spine, place your left hand on the floor, a block, or your shin, and lift your right arm to the sky. Think of this twist as Virgo’s gift of discernment: clearing clutter, finding clarity. Inhale to lengthen, exhale to refine. Hold, then rise and switch sides—balancing both halves, as Virgos always strive to do.

Repeat 3–5 cycles to stoke your inner fire and start your day with clarity, power, and heart-led intention.

A yoga philosophy class deepens Virgo season’s focus on discernment, clarity, and self-reflection. Explore ancient teachings that guide mindful action and inner growth, organizing thoughts, questioning assumptions, and balancing intellect with intuition—perfect for embracing Virgo’s pursuit of clarity without chasing perfection.

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Sutra of the Season: 2.26

Patanjali emphasizes discernment—the ability to distinguish what is real from what is not. Virgo season reminds us that clarity matters more than perfection: mistakes are opportunities for growth. Progress comes from awareness and thoughtful action, not flawless execution. Like a spreadsheet with numbers and notes, Virgo energy encourages structure, focus, and discernment—while leaving space for intuition, heart, and the perfectly imperfect flow of life.

Journal Prompt:

After reading about Virgo season, Parivrtta Trikonasana, and Patanjali’s Sutra 2.26, take a few minutes to reflect:

• Where in your life are you seeking perfection, and how might clarity and discernment serve you more than flawless results?

• How can you “organize your spreadsheet soul” to create space for intuition, heart, and the imperfect parts of yourself?

• What small steps can you take this week to practice presence, reflection, or mindful action, both on and off the mat?

Write freely, without judgment, and notice what insights arise as you connect Virgo’s energy to your own life.