5-minute sacral clock5-minute shoulder opener10-minute quad stretch15-minute half sun salutations with the metronome35-minute meditation I had intended to wake up early and do the 30-minute half sun salutations with the metronome. It was possible since I woke up at 2 something, but I reasoned that it was too early. Then I woke up at 3 something and stayed in bed because … [Read more...] about Morning Yoga and Meditation Practice Mon Sep 13 2021
Drifting Awareness and the Path of Least Resistance
Our drifting awareness, our tendency to take the path of least resistance by being less than fully awake to the present moment, creates a void. -Russell E DiCarlo As I read these words by Russell E Dicarlo in the foreword of the Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle, I can’t help but notice how true these words of wisdom ring true in my own life. For far too long, starting at an … [Read more...] about Drifting Awareness and the Path of Least Resistance
Processing a Ball of Anger
One of the things I appreciate about my yoga and meditation practice is that it allows me to process information that I am receiving. However, what do you when you find yourself unable to process any more information? For instance, this morning, as I'm sitting in meditation processing life with ease. This humongous ball of anger comes into my awareness. It's too big to … [Read more...] about Processing a Ball of Anger
Life is Better with an Open Heart
This weekend, thanks to a trip to Discount Tires, I’ve been experimenting with making a conscious effort to live with an open heart.And for me, that means bringing awareness to my chest and noticing if I am holding tension in that area.If I am holding tension or notice any tightness, that’s when I allow myself to relax and let go of the stress. So far, the results have been … [Read more...] about Life is Better with an Open Heart