A Gentle Shift
if the time of year has u anticipating the big gear shift back into a bursting to the seams schedule and feeling perhaps a bit anxious or overwhelmed just thinking of it.. or maybe you dread the shorter days, t he loss of cheery sunshine and winter hibernation... consider this...
Most of us first resist the idea of change, therefore, when we know a shift is coming it can be helpful to give ourselves space to receive it, to anticipate how we might feel and to be gentle with ourselves, supportive and nurturing. Including some space to attend to your well-being can give you a sense of relief and also something to look forward to. More than that, as you come back home to yourself, you create an inner pathway that you may travel at any time. You begin to know yourself, not as a fragmented being, but as one who is whole and part of a living light that sustains, informs and enlightens you continually.
Today I share more on the resources I recently offered and on how you may create your gentle shift:
1. the pocket pema chodrun by pema chodrun:
Read an entry each morning to begin your day.Set a compassionate and empowered tone.
2. start where you are : a guide to compassionate living by pema chodrun
It is easy to forget our best intentions to live as loving, generous, balanced creatures, this book will remind you.
3. radical acceptance: embracing your life with the heart of a buddha by tara brach, ph.d.
A book I highly value for its openhearted and wise teachings about living with the understanding that you aren't in need of fixing, you are not "dysfunctional" you are already whole, teachings to embrace what you truly are.
4. start a meditation practice- you'd be amazed at the peace and calm, acceptance that can come from a 10minutes/day practice. new for the fall a one on one private instruction session with me to get ur practice started. learn everything you need to know to have a successful meditation practice. I welcome you to make an appointment with me to learn how to meditate. There are many ways, we'll craft a practice that fits you.
5. reiki to relax and re-group- i'm now offering 30minute reiki sessions to support you in the midst of it all. consider a weekly reiki lunch break, or come by while the kids are at piano lessons or soccer practice. return to your life rejuvenated, calm and able to flow thru the rest of your day with ease. may you take conscious compassionate care of yourself. come back home to the peace that lies within you. until next time..xx
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