October 4th. You took me by storm.
Gratitude resonates always. Today I'm grateful for....
1. Public transit running on time.
2. Fun-time diners with friends
3. Learning while I teach
4. Practicing at my home studio
5. Bobbin snuggling with Dad
6. Having so many options to pack
7. Taxi-Cabs knowing where to go
8. Two seats on the bus
What's on your list?
Friday, October 4, 2013
Thursday, October 3, 2013
On the way to peace
Day 3 of Be Peace.
It completely started as "One of those Days."
Spilling my entire water bottle, into my boot, sopping wet sock, losing my phone, hitting every red light on the way to work, etc.,
The funny thing is I recognized it, stepped back and let it roll. I can't control traffic lights, I can't control computers, and well, it was probably a much needed break from my mobile.
So here's to day 3. Breathing deep and finding the Things I'm grateful for...
1. Warm Apple Cider
2. Bank Tellers being helpful
3. The return of The Vampire Diaries and The Originals
4. Practicing
5. Laughing while falling out of dancer's post
6. Homemade potato chips
7. Plans with friends
It completely started as "One of those Days."
Spilling my entire water bottle, into my boot, sopping wet sock, losing my phone, hitting every red light on the way to work, etc.,
The funny thing is I recognized it, stepped back and let it roll. I can't control traffic lights, I can't control computers, and well, it was probably a much needed break from my mobile.
So here's to day 3. Breathing deep and finding the Things I'm grateful for...
1. Warm Apple Cider
2. Bank Tellers being helpful
3. The return of The Vampire Diaries and The Originals
4. Practicing
5. Laughing while falling out of dancer's post
6. Homemade potato chips
7. Plans with friends
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
Gratitude Spreading Peace
Let's just say today was a struggle but, here I am. Because creating peace in the world starts with creating peace in oneself. And that begins with gratitude.
Day Two, Today I'm grateful for....
1. My bed, my blankets, the combination of firm and soft.
2. Opportunities to learn-be it through work, family, friends, nature
3. That my phone battery seems to be holding a charge. :D
4. Having glasses to be able to see the world around me
5. Naps.
6. Texting/Connecting with friends time zones apart
Day Two, Today I'm grateful for....
1. My bed, my blankets, the combination of firm and soft.
2. Opportunities to learn-be it through work, family, friends, nature
3. That my phone battery seems to be holding a charge. :D
4. Having glasses to be able to see the world around me
5. Naps.
6. Texting/Connecting with friends time zones apart
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Be Peace
I think for Be Peace I'm going to do a Gratitude Journal for the next month and slowly try to incorporate a meditation practice.
I've already begun coming into my yoga breathe during stressful times in my day-to-day life so I hope I'm ready to tackle this!
DAY 1: I'm grateful for....
1. My cozy red blanket from S&R I bought in 3rd year on suggestion by Donut
2. Bobbin, her furry snuggles and feisty attitude.
3. Being able to teach-the experiences each class bring me.
4. A water bottle that is easy to drink from so I stay hydrated
5. Having an available pool to go and swim for hours while forgetting the world.
I've already begun coming into my yoga breathe during stressful times in my day-to-day life so I hope I'm ready to tackle this!
DAY 1: I'm grateful for....
1. My cozy red blanket from S&R I bought in 3rd year on suggestion by Donut
2. Bobbin, her furry snuggles and feisty attitude.
3. Being able to teach-the experiences each class bring me.
4. A water bottle that is easy to drink from so I stay hydrated
5. Having an available pool to go and swim for hours while forgetting the world.
Sunday, September 15, 2013
Send a Letter, Feel the Love
My Sangha Support project taught me a lot.
I had started it with huge ambitions-sending a post card to every single Moksha (and now Modo) Studio AND all my fellow trainees.
Then I decided to take a step back. Sending personalized post cards to 60+ people would be a huge endeavor so I started there.
So I put out a call on our Facebook group-asking for real, live addresses (not email!) to begin building my database and working through each individual as they came in.
I got three responses and honestly, was a bit like "oh" about the entire ordeal.
And then I decided that just because it was three respondents did not mean anything. It was an opportunity to connect deeper with those three, give them the support that they needed because as much as this was "my project" it was a project designed to reconnect, reach out, and be there for someone else. My Sangha is awesome and doing what they need to do to create their lives with each moment and that is not something to be downtrodden about but to celebrate.
So I set forth and wrote cards to each of the three, reflecting back to our time at training, discussing the present/their present and hoping to continue to be there for them in the future-whenever they needed. I also included a bracelet/anklet out of a chain with an "OM" charm because I could and was able.
And then I went to the post office, envelopes addressed and sent them on their way with hopes that they would arrive as a nice surprise close to but before our 6 month anniversary of leaving each other.
What I learned is that, sometimes, the smallest actions mean the most, intent should always be considered in action, and I truly am supported by some of the most amazing people in the world and I hope they know I'm here for them too.
Six months...just wow.
I had started it with huge ambitions-sending a post card to every single Moksha (and now Modo) Studio AND all my fellow trainees.
Then I decided to take a step back. Sending personalized post cards to 60+ people would be a huge endeavor so I started there.
So I put out a call on our Facebook group-asking for real, live addresses (not email!) to begin building my database and working through each individual as they came in.
I got three responses and honestly, was a bit like "oh" about the entire ordeal.
And then I decided that just because it was three respondents did not mean anything. It was an opportunity to connect deeper with those three, give them the support that they needed because as much as this was "my project" it was a project designed to reconnect, reach out, and be there for someone else. My Sangha is awesome and doing what they need to do to create their lives with each moment and that is not something to be downtrodden about but to celebrate.
So I set forth and wrote cards to each of the three, reflecting back to our time at training, discussing the present/their present and hoping to continue to be there for them in the future-whenever they needed. I also included a bracelet/anklet out of a chain with an "OM" charm because I could and was able.
And then I went to the post office, envelopes addressed and sent them on their way with hopes that they would arrive as a nice surprise close to but before our 6 month anniversary of leaving each other.
What I learned is that, sometimes, the smallest actions mean the most, intent should always be considered in action, and I truly am supported by some of the most amazing people in the world and I hope they know I'm here for them too.
Six months...just wow.
“That's what people do who love you. They put their arms around you and love you when you're not so lovable.”
-Deb Caletti
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
Live Green
Trying to get these projects done and inspiration just sort of hit me for this one.
I should preface: This idea came to me while I was sprinting up the stairs by my house the day my Grandma went into the hospital and we had to let her go.
The stairs are in this beautiful tree covered and there used to be a waterfall section of Hamilton. They get a lot of traffic and it made me feel so sad when in my sprint I noticed the amount of garbage that had accumulated since my last use of the stairs.
My project? I'm going to clean the area and see if I can't enlist some friends and family to help.
I'll keep you all updated!
Love the earth-it takes care of you so make sure you take care of it!
I should preface: This idea came to me while I was sprinting up the stairs by my house the day my Grandma went into the hospital and we had to let her go.
The stairs are in this beautiful tree covered and there used to be a waterfall section of Hamilton. They get a lot of traffic and it made me feel so sad when in my sprint I noticed the amount of garbage that had accumulated since my last use of the stairs.
My project? I'm going to clean the area and see if I can't enlist some friends and family to help.
I'll keep you all updated!
Love the earth-it takes care of you so make sure you take care of it!
Monday, July 15, 2013
Be Accessible
Another project for the distance portion of my training!
This is "Be Accessible."
I thought maybe this time I'd pull directly from the Moksha Pillars description.
THIS is how Moksha International describes the Be Accessible Pillar.
"We endeavor to be accessible in our language, yoga postures, and in the way we run our studios!
What the heck does that mean? Basically, we believe that everyone can have access to yoga and everyone can walk into a Moksha studio and know right away that they belong - all religions, body types, injured bodies, all political views, crazy yoga outfits - you name it, you're welcome! We create this accessible experience by using clear language to explain yoga, and clear modifications for both absolute beginners and seasoned practitioners. Whether you're a tree-hugging vegan or a corporate Type-A, we want you to feel like you've walked into your yoga-home. Simple as that."
This wasn't going to be the project I did next-even though I was working on it(!)-and I am so very grateful that I fell into this opportunity.
Arriving back from training, I got an avalanche of emails, from scheduling, to studio policies, to teacher updates, newsletters, congratulations, etc,. One of the emails included an opportunity to teach at an organization in Hamilton. Some of the teachers from Montreal training had taught there and were just finishing up. It was an opportunity to teach. That's how I saw this so I jumped.
And did not expect to learn SO much from my students in this small classes. I've learned to read bodies better, find appropriate modifications for certain body ailments, conditions, stresses, and just learned to find the joy in my students. I think that can be missed just how much they give back by letting us guide them.
This is all volunteer and I wouldn't change that. Bringing yoga to those who show such true passion and appreciation.
I missed one of my scheduled classes from a sudden day of just sickness. Feeling awful physically I wasn't able to be there for my students. And one of them emailed me to check in and tell me to feel better.
They are just amazing people and I am blessed to be able to bring them something, though I don't think it'll ever compare to what they've brought me.
Let's decolonize this thang!
Namaste!
This is "Be Accessible."
I thought maybe this time I'd pull directly from the Moksha Pillars description.
THIS is how Moksha International describes the Be Accessible Pillar.
"We endeavor to be accessible in our language, yoga postures, and in the way we run our studios!
What the heck does that mean? Basically, we believe that everyone can have access to yoga and everyone can walk into a Moksha studio and know right away that they belong - all religions, body types, injured bodies, all political views, crazy yoga outfits - you name it, you're welcome! We create this accessible experience by using clear language to explain yoga, and clear modifications for both absolute beginners and seasoned practitioners. Whether you're a tree-hugging vegan or a corporate Type-A, we want you to feel like you've walked into your yoga-home. Simple as that."
This wasn't going to be the project I did next-even though I was working on it(!)-and I am so very grateful that I fell into this opportunity.
Arriving back from training, I got an avalanche of emails, from scheduling, to studio policies, to teacher updates, newsletters, congratulations, etc,. One of the emails included an opportunity to teach at an organization in Hamilton. Some of the teachers from Montreal training had taught there and were just finishing up. It was an opportunity to teach. That's how I saw this so I jumped.
And did not expect to learn SO much from my students in this small classes. I've learned to read bodies better, find appropriate modifications for certain body ailments, conditions, stresses, and just learned to find the joy in my students. I think that can be missed just how much they give back by letting us guide them.
This is all volunteer and I wouldn't change that. Bringing yoga to those who show such true passion and appreciation.
I missed one of my scheduled classes from a sudden day of just sickness. Feeling awful physically I wasn't able to be there for my students. And one of them emailed me to check in and tell me to feel better.
They are just amazing people and I am blessed to be able to bring them something, though I don't think it'll ever compare to what they've brought me.
Let's decolonize this thang!
Namaste!
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