New Moon tonight !
Time to let go, cleanse and purify – So that seeding can take roots on well-tilled soil bed …fertile and rich.
Some say that yoga is about flexibility; some say it’s about the breath; another would say, it’s about the spine. Or it’s about strengthening the muscles or the internal organs…or …it’s about stilling the body and the mind, so the practice of meditation finds you … It’s about all the above and more.
When we think flexibility, it’s not just in a physical sense but mental as our mind and body are … interconnected. It’s about being really open and willing to see the good in something new or different. To not be closed minded… just open and generous. It’s actually about being brave because you are open to adventures, the unexpected. I say this because … I was that rigid and dogmatic person who might have made a U-turn if I noticed that a substitute teacher was filling in for my regular teacher; but today, sometimes when I have a sub, I am thankful that (1) the class was not cancelled; (2) open and willing to see how this substitute teacher will share her knowledge. Well or poorly? It’s an entertainment or another opportunity for self-study.
Different instructions and packaging of them are appreciated whether to my taste or not knowing it’s just a temporary thing – it not always be the same. While I said repetition is very good for the neural pathways to make the sweet grooves in good healing pattern; the departure from the regularity sometimes can also serve a purpose – it may even be good – because? Yes, while routine and regularity is a must, sometimes a little surprise is good for the brains. We don’t want that always as that would really mess up our nervous system but just a little sweet kind of surprises, you know … like a surprise treat or an outing…the unexpected but still feel safe and secure.
Having said that, I responded to an emergency sub request for my cohort. Not a clone, I never go in with the mindset of comparison or being better or the same – none of that judgement thing. Judgement is placed off the mat. Students also practiced REAL flexibility of being open and willing – thus, they walked out smiling.
Feel the positive VIBE they created for themselves by being open and receptive. Not freaking out over little things. Really, in the scheme of things, we can be more and more open and receptive to the abundance all around us. Which to me, is the loveliest of the teachings.
Yes, the smile barometer is the best assessment for this Empath. When you feel better, I feel better too. Thanks for the opportunity to serve. Namaste.
