What Can Yoga Teach Us About Investing?

Yoga and investing might seem like two different worlds. However, they share many principles. Here are 5 valuable lessons that we can take from the mat to our portfolio.

1. The hardest part is getting started & showing up.

We have all heard our yoga teachers say, the hardest part of your yoga practice is to show up on your mat.

Investing is no different. Investing is not actually the hard part. The hardest part is actually taking the time to get yourself started and actually opening up the account.

2. Setting an intention, provides direction.

Intentions allow us to lean into our values and give us purpose and direction.

Setting intentions will help you to to clarify your values and your investment goals in order to give you  direction and choose a strategy that is aligned for you. 

3. Balance is key.

At the heart of yoga is balance both physically & mentally.

At the heart of investing is a balanced portfolio with different assets and investments to ensure you are mitigating your risk and not putting your eggs all in one basket.

4. Progress comes with time, patience & consistency.

You don't show up to the yoga mat for the first time and master challenging poses and headstands. Progress comes with time, patience & consistency and showing up even when it's not easy. 

Investing is no different. Your first investment is not going to grow and make you a million dollars overnight. Compound interest requires time, patience & consistently investing in order to grow. 

5. Do what is best for you.

We all have different levels of experience, flexibility, strength and needs. In yoga you are encouraged to take what your body needs and choose a variation best for you. 

Investment follows the same guiding principle. We all have different goals, past experiences, risk tolerances and time horizons.

Don't do what your neighbour is doing. Choose a strategy that is best for you.