The little thrill a gold star brings is a fascinating phenomenon. Though I’m entirely too many years removed from those grade school days when gold stars were used to reward achievement, my inner child still giggles with glee at the prospect of seeing that shining symbol placed next to my name every time I attend a yoga class. It’s like a big hug, or a high-five. It is positive reinforcement with metallic, five-pointed brilliance – such a simple, yet perfect, idea for instilling some child-like excitement into a “get back to the mat” contest.