The Science of Transformation

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFZZagLRPes&feature=player_embedded

Thank you to my friend Xina Lorreen for posting this right when I was pondering the mysteries of how Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy really works to transform ourselves and our lives around us. As you let go into the Loving Presence that is the container in a strong session, our DNA relaxes and our immune system is more free to be healthy.

What kind of presence are you cultivating and how do you imagine that's changing your DNA? How is it changing the world around you?

Take a moment right now to connect in with the power we all have access to.
 Breath into your heart. Move. Sing. Dance. Play. Write. Walk. Appreciate.
 Do whatever serves your ability to offer a Loving Presence to yourself and those around you.

PS-If you want to learn more about the tube torus of energy, Nassim Haramein is your guy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyqBnd3Xwck

Is this winter bringing you closer to your bliss or farther from it?

At this time in the cycle of the seasons, as the coldness grows and the days shorten I cozy into hibernation mode. I don't go out as much, instead exploring more creativity, reading and introspection time. Sometimes the hibernation can feel isolating, the darkness can get depressing, and the limitations of outdoor play can get suffocating. 


How do you create a lifestyle in a way that works with, instead of against, the cycles of nature? 

"If you follow your bliss, you put yourself on a kind of track that has been there all the while, waiting for you, and the life that you ought to be living is the one you are living. Wherever you are—if you are following your bliss, you are enjoying that refreshment, that life within you, all the time"

-Joseph Campbell

Take a few deep breaths and check in with yourself. What do you notice? Open up to the part of yourSelf that knows beyond knowing. Let yourself be in silence here for as long as feels right. 

Reflect on brings you joy in life. What are some highlights of experiences that left you feeling ecstatic. Take your time. Also notice any of those things you've "always wanted to try."

When you're ready, write or draw all that you came up with.  Put this map of bliss somewhere you'll see it regularly. Let your map inspire you to weave what you love throughout your day.

In a time where productivity is so valued, allow yourself the freedom to just be and the inspiration to do whatever you do joyfully, without expectations.

This song brought me joy today. Click play on the first song called Follow My Bliss (ps Autumn Skye is an incredible visual artist, who's sacred geometry filled paintings can be found here )

Sat Nam

What are you grateful for?

What does Thanksgiving look like for you? Amidst the pumpkin pie and potatoes, do you remember to give thanks?

Let this seasonal celebration be an opportunity to bring more gratitude into your life. Try this-

With your palms pressed together at your heart center, complete the following sentences for yourself after taking a few deep breaths.

I am grateful for myself because......
I am grateful for my life because.....
I am grateful for my partner/friend/family member because....(and tell them!)
I am grateful for my local community because...
I am grateful for my global community because....

Add any more categories that feel right. Write down some of your gratitudes if you like, or share them with a friend.

I notice that I can get caught up in what's not working. Practicing gratitude regularly helps me to see the bigger picture more and inspires more love for the life I'm living.

One of my favorite mantras is one to give thanks to the Source for ALL that we experience (even that which we don't understand....)

"Wahe Guru is an expression of complete ecstatic awe of the Divine" -http://www.spiritvoyage.com/
To express your awe, or to cultivate more appreciation of the Divine in all things, chant this mantra aloud or silently.

Check out Snatam Kaur's recording of this beautiful mantra http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtuRQ5VRVDs

In closing, thank YOU, dear reader for stumbling upon this page, for following your path, your heart, your dreams and for being a part of this global community.
Namaste

Earthdance-Join the gobal community in prayer for peace

Namaste

There's an even going on in over 100 places all over the world with the intention to pulsate more peace into this planet. I'd love for you to join. Wherever you are at 6 Central today, stop what you're doing to join many communities in a synchronized prayer for peace. 

If you're in or around Winnipeg and care to join me- 

I'll be at the Oodena Celebration Circle at the Forks ( Map at- http://www.theforks.com/attractions/at-the-forks/oodena-celebration-circle) 

And since it's for earthDANCE-Bring instruments and toys for music and dancing to follow the prayer. 

"We are one global family
All colors, All races

One world united.

We dance for peace and the healing of our planet Earth

Peace for all nations.

Peace for our communities.

And peace within ourselves.

As we join all dance floors across the world,

let us connect heart to heart.

Through our diversity we recognize Unity.

Through our compassion we recognize Peace.

Our love is the power to transform our world
Let us send it out

NOW..."

Thanks for taking the time to create more Peace and Harmony in your life, and the lives of those around you. It's such a blessing to use the gift of sound to connect in with our global community. 

How will you bring more peace into your day to day life? 

Yogic tip for staying warm this fall

The weather offers us constant reminders of impermanence. From hot sunny days to chilled winds and grey skies we can observe our inner landscape changing in unison.

Here's a yoga practice you can do anywhere to stimulate warmth from the inside out: Next time you need some heat in your body or some calming of your mind try the Ujjayi Breath. Patanjali (author of the Yoga Sutras) shares that the breath be both dirga (long) and suksma (smooth). This is done by slightly hugging in your throat, slowing down your inhale and exhale. 

Try first with your mouth open. 

Exhale with a hhhaaa as if you were fogging up a mirror. Notice what happens in your throat as you do this. When you're ready, practice with your mouth closed. Over time your breath will sound like the waves of the ocean (or a really flooded lake!)

I welcome your tips on staying cozy as we transition into equinox. 

Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy News: I'm so close to being done my practicum! yay! In my excitement I'm offering discounted sessions-1 1/2 hours for only $30-for those who book a session this month. 

Thanks for being a part of this journey! I'll be hosting a community celebration when I'm fully certified, so stay tuned. 

"Peace between countries rests on the solid foundation of love between individuals"-Mahatma Gandhi

Bicycling Yogis!

wow so seeing this sure spurred on a new post! There's a couple of yogis bicycling across the continent promoting yoga and a sustainable life.

check them out http://www.growyogafarm.org/

and if you happen to read this in time, they're teaching a class at the St Norbert Farmer's Market on August 13 from 9-10:30. I'm teaching at that time, so if you go, do let me know what it's like!

I just came back from a Kirtan with Swaha http://www.swaha.ca/
Gratitude for sharing this sacred celebration with community
Is there a song, a mantra or sound that has been serving your journey? If so, I'd love to hear it!

Softening Resistance

I simply wish to share some mantra medicine that has been serving me and helping me to soften my resistance to being present and compassionate with myself.

Deva Premal sings the Moola Mantra. Let me know what this chant is like for you, or share your favorite mantra right now.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLvbmpmKylM