Well its certainly been easier than I had thought it might be.
Its been great to realign my body and rid it of most of its tightness. My arm is about 98% so I can embrace the next 30 with full use of my arm. May be a while before I attempt a flow but no matter.
Everything in my life is better and I am sure daily practice has played a part in this.
The next 30 days is a devoted plan called the 30 day Yoga journey. Just another way of approaching it.
I will lose 10 pounds in this time and return to weight lifting.
If you have lost any of your goals pick a new one and start fresh tomorrow.
February here we come!
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Saturday, January 30, 2010
The zoomiest class ever!
Well here I am Day 30!
Great class tonight but man it seemed quick. Its funny we talked about it later and even Clancy felt like it was. She said she even checked the clock. Bizarre how the energy in a class seems to transmit the same to everyone.
If you are not sponsoring any one else for the power of movement , I would be grateful for any support.
Lots of sun this weekend, venture out and get some vitamin D.
Great class tonight but man it seemed quick. Its funny we talked about it later and even Clancy felt like it was. She said she even checked the clock. Bizarre how the energy in a class seems to transmit the same to everyone.
If you are not sponsoring any one else for the power of movement , I would be grateful for any support.
Lots of sun this weekend, venture out and get some vitamin D.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
The Zone
Its a very cool place. I had thought maybe it was just one day or how I was feeling but here I am at day 28 and I have found the Zone.
Now I am very new to Yoga and don't really know much about it. Not the names of the poses or the reasons we do them.
This started because I own an aging body that I have been rebuilding. In that rebuilding came a lot of stiffness and pain. The answer to this as we all know is to stretch well after a workout session but my brain is on buzz and i don't want to do it. I obviously define myself as someone who does not need to stretch. ( my body does not agree with my brain on this).
The point being, I was unaware that there was a Zone or the Yogic sleep( Yoga Nidra) .
The other thing I am finding is that I am amazed at my increasing flexibility. I really did expect it to take longer to see changes.
Oh and my arm is much better. Today I used it all the way through class even doing downward dog and all the flow except one. It hurts to bend it flat but its Ok. I said 30 days to heal and I am now very glad I took the time.
Being forced to slow down has allowed me to align my body so I will now get true benefit from my weight training.
Its all good. Who knew. Yoga!
Now I am very new to Yoga and don't really know much about it. Not the names of the poses or the reasons we do them.
This started because I own an aging body that I have been rebuilding. In that rebuilding came a lot of stiffness and pain. The answer to this as we all know is to stretch well after a workout session but my brain is on buzz and i don't want to do it. I obviously define myself as someone who does not need to stretch. ( my body does not agree with my brain on this).
The point being, I was unaware that there was a Zone or the Yogic sleep( Yoga Nidra) .
I now find myself there after every practice. Knowing that I am going to relax into that state I find now that I settle more and am able to block out the noise of others leaving the room ( people really have no sense of quietly ). Once the room is still I find myself sinking in. Its very interesting and quite cool.In Yoga Nidra, you leave the Waking state,go through the Dreaming state,and into the Deep Sleep state, yet remain fully awake.
The other thing I am finding is that I am amazed at my increasing flexibility. I really did expect it to take longer to see changes.
Oh and my arm is much better. Today I used it all the way through class even doing downward dog and all the flow except one. It hurts to bend it flat but its Ok. I said 30 days to heal and I am now very glad I took the time.
Being forced to slow down has allowed me to align my body so I will now get true benefit from my weight training.
Its all good. Who knew. Yoga!
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
26 and 7
Thats 26 days of Yoga and 7 days of Clean detox.
One thing that being on the detox does is make me more aware as I do my practice. I am becoming more aware and active in poses that I know affect digestion. I remind myself that while some may be uncomfortable its only for a minute and that it will only enhance the detox.
Interesting how doing all the the things that will give me maximum benefit is such a challenge. One I can overcome but interesting for me to see how my mind has been functioning.
I feel like I am just waking up to reality. The reality of how life really works. Its of vital importance for me to stay focused on the now and not take that stroll down regret lane.
I am truly getting so much better at simply saying "next" when my mind wants to wander to a place of no value.
I absolutely have no doubt now that morning sessions are best for me. It gives me perfect clarity to start my day and with it done I lose the feeling of pressure that comes from trying to fit it in later.
Its good, truthfully better than I thought.
Just what has changed in 26 days, well a lot I think but mostly I have slowed my mind down. A far from easy task with BP and according to the Dr and big brother Pharmaceutical impossible without drugs.
I always said I would but I now can say, I am winning this battle. Every day my level of security increases.
With that comes peace of mind. Last I heard they did not have a pill for that.
One thing that being on the detox does is make me more aware as I do my practice. I am becoming more aware and active in poses that I know affect digestion. I remind myself that while some may be uncomfortable its only for a minute and that it will only enhance the detox.
Interesting how doing all the the things that will give me maximum benefit is such a challenge. One I can overcome but interesting for me to see how my mind has been functioning.
I feel like I am just waking up to reality. The reality of how life really works. Its of vital importance for me to stay focused on the now and not take that stroll down regret lane.
I am truly getting so much better at simply saying "next" when my mind wants to wander to a place of no value.
I absolutely have no doubt now that morning sessions are best for me. It gives me perfect clarity to start my day and with it done I lose the feeling of pressure that comes from trying to fit it in later.
Its good, truthfully better than I thought.
Just what has changed in 26 days, well a lot I think but mostly I have slowed my mind down. A far from easy task with BP and according to the Dr and big brother Pharmaceutical impossible without drugs.
I always said I would but I now can say, I am winning this battle. Every day my level of security increases.
With that comes peace of mind. Last I heard they did not have a pill for that.
Monday, January 25, 2010
there's something going on!!
Something is happening with me and Yoga. This is my second week of morning classes and I do prefer them.
Well I prefer the time of day. Now the classes are less full so less stimulation so that may be a part of it.
No matter how much I try to maintain my focus its hard in a full class and with my BP brain once it starts down a path its hard to get back on.
So maybe its the quieter classes, a less stressed time of day or maybe its that I have been practicing for 25 days.
What happening is that about 5 min into final savasana I just reach a state of total relaxation. I completely zone out. I am awake but just sink into the ground and go somewhere else. I finally decide I must get up and find myself t be alone in the room. It also leaves me totally tranquil for the whole day.
Very cool, so day 25 and it begins. 340 days will definitely bring some interesting changes to my life.
Well I prefer the time of day. Now the classes are less full so less stimulation so that may be a part of it.
No matter how much I try to maintain my focus its hard in a full class and with my BP brain once it starts down a path its hard to get back on.
So maybe its the quieter classes, a less stressed time of day or maybe its that I have been practicing for 25 days.
What happening is that about 5 min into final savasana I just reach a state of total relaxation. I completely zone out. I am awake but just sink into the ground and go somewhere else. I finally decide I must get up and find myself t be alone in the room. It also leaves me totally tranquil for the whole day.
Very cool, so day 25 and it begins. 340 days will definitely bring some interesting changes to my life.
Sunday, January 24, 2010
24/5
24 days of Yoga and 5 days of Detox.
Truthfully its been amazingly easy.
It is interesting how difficult I can imagine things are going to be and then they are not. My hope is that I am completely open these days to abundance. No more thoughts of scarcity and closing myself to "I can".
I am really happy with the detox. I have no struggle and feel absolutely no cravings. I like that the best.
I find it interesting how I think I feel hunger numerous times a day yet when I set my intention to follow
a certain program suddenly I crave nothing.
Its all emotional and the clearer we become of them the further we travel.
Truthfully its been amazingly easy.
It is interesting how difficult I can imagine things are going to be and then they are not. My hope is that I am completely open these days to abundance. No more thoughts of scarcity and closing myself to "I can".
I am really happy with the detox. I have no struggle and feel absolutely no cravings. I like that the best.
I find it interesting how I think I feel hunger numerous times a day yet when I set my intention to follow
a certain program suddenly I crave nothing.
Its all emotional and the clearer we become of them the further we travel.
Thursday, January 21, 2010
A new 30 day challenge
My life it seems is full of challenges. This is a good thing. My 365 days of Yoga, a 21 day Clean detox,50 days of Philosophers notes and now.....The 30 day Yoga Journey!!.
I am a member of a private internet communit-e and one of my friends was commenting today that maybe it was time for her to go out and join a Yoga class.
When I saw this I thought it was something we can all do together even though we are miles and even continents apart. That's truly the coolest thing about the internet and web phones. It never feels like we are that far away.
For me I see it as an opportunity to deepen my practice. Its been 21 days now so its time to consider myself a true follower of Yoga. A beginner but dedicated.
Day 2 of detox and feel great. No hunger or rumbly tummy so all is good. You will however know if you see me make a mad dash out of the studio, what's up with that.
Till tomorrow
C
I am a member of a private internet communit-e and one of my friends was commenting today that maybe it was time for her to go out and join a Yoga class.
When I saw this I thought it was something we can all do together even though we are miles and even continents apart. That's truly the coolest thing about the internet and web phones. It never feels like we are that far away.
For me I see it as an opportunity to deepen my practice. Its been 21 days now so its time to consider myself a true follower of Yoga. A beginner but dedicated.
Day 2 of detox and feel great. No hunger or rumbly tummy so all is good. You will however know if you see me make a mad dash out of the studio, what's up with that.
Till tomorrow
C
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
CLEAN!!
So today was day 1 of my doing the "Clean" detox.. I managed to get most of what I needed at my local Vita
right here in the Village. This is one of the things I love about urban living.
I had walked to the bank and stopped by. I really like the fact that everything I want is within walking distance.
I also got the go ahead from my PT that I can try to put weight on my wrist.
I just may be able to do Downward dog soon. The rug burns on my elbows are a long way from healed.
So 21 days of clean. Not sure that it will change anything but it cannot hurt. They suggest sweating a lot to help with the detox and I don't think I will need the infrared Sauna.
Slow but sure. I am making steady progress.
In 21 days I should be able to go full blast on the rest of my programs.
When I feel daunted about the 21 days of detox I remind myself that I have done 20 days of Yoga and that had seemed daunting to begin.
I am loving the 930 class. One step closer to the 6 am. !!
right here in the Village. This is one of the things I love about urban living.
I had walked to the bank and stopped by. I really like the fact that everything I want is within walking distance.
I also got the go ahead from my PT that I can try to put weight on my wrist.
I just may be able to do Downward dog soon. The rug burns on my elbows are a long way from healed.
So 21 days of clean. Not sure that it will change anything but it cannot hurt. They suggest sweating a lot to help with the detox and I don't think I will need the infrared Sauna.
Slow but sure. I am making steady progress.
In 21 days I should be able to go full blast on the rest of my programs.
When I feel daunted about the 21 days of detox I remind myself that I have done 20 days of Yoga and that had seemed daunting to begin.
I am loving the 930 class. One step closer to the 6 am. !!
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
R U a Thumper??
I am sure Seinfeld had a term for this. Hard walker or some such nonsense.
I was amused today as I lay in the stillness of class. Into the peace and quiet came a thwap as a participant slapped their mat down. A few minutes later a strap was needed so thump thump thump to and from the strap box. It was the same at the end of class. I guess quiet means something different to everyone.
Just as disturbing as talking but there you have it. Its like the sigher's, you know the ones I mean. Every posture brings some little sigh or squeak. I am contemplating bringing a tape recorder to class and recording a soundtrack. The sounds of not so silent.
.I am really liking the 930 am slot. Mornings simply work best for me.
I was amused today as I lay in the stillness of class. Into the peace and quiet came a thwap as a participant slapped their mat down. A few minutes later a strap was needed so thump thump thump to and from the strap box. It was the same at the end of class. I guess quiet means something different to everyone.
Just as disturbing as talking but there you have it. Its like the sigher's, you know the ones I mean. Every posture brings some little sigh or squeak. I am contemplating bringing a tape recorder to class and recording a soundtrack. The sounds of not so silent.
.I am really liking the 930 am slot. Mornings simply work best for me.
Monday, January 18, 2010
Tricks after only 18 days
9:30 am class today. A lady from Ottawa. Nice, a bit of a different class. I really am watching these days. My rug burned elbows are not amused and my arm can still take no weight so I am spending a bit more time in Child Pose. haaaaaaaa. Oh well I will heal eventually.
I definitely prefer the morning slot.so I am working towards that at the moment.
Anyways the big news is that after my shower I realized I could meet my hands in the middle of my back..Yah.
I can actually get moisturizer on that spot in the middle. See 18 days and already major benefits.
I definitely prefer the morning slot.so I am working towards that at the moment.
Anyways the big news is that after my shower I realized I could meet my hands in the middle of my back..Yah.
I can actually get moisturizer on that spot in the middle. See 18 days and already major benefits.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
16
Today was a first. I simply could not do my daily Yoga at the studio.
I felt a bit panicked when I first realized this but I reminded myself the commitment was to do Yoga daily not that I had to attend a class. Getting stressed about Yoga kinda defeats the purpose.
Tonight I attended the Banff Mountain Film Tour. They really do a great jb.
It was a reminder for me as to what it is I desire to achieve. Power, movement and flexabilty are the goal.
The bonus is the calm that accompanies it. As often happens because I am open to it everything in my life seems to point me in the same direction. Its going to be a great fulfilling year.
I felt a bit panicked when I first realized this but I reminded myself the commitment was to do Yoga daily not that I had to attend a class. Getting stressed about Yoga kinda defeats the purpose.
Tonight I attended the Banff Mountain Film Tour. They really do a great jb.
It was a reminder for me as to what it is I desire to achieve. Power, movement and flexabilty are the goal.
The bonus is the calm that accompanies it. As often happens because I am open to it everything in my life seems to point me in the same direction. Its going to be a great fulfilling year.
Friday, January 15, 2010
day 15
I am quite sure I am the only person to get a Yoga injury, Truly, its embarrassing. Rug burns!!!!
I must that as much as I love Yoga if one is to have Rug burns the story should be a little more interesting..
My arm is unwrapped and that flow class the other day was just too much too soon. So I am spending a little more time in childs pose till either my wrist feels stronger or my rug burn heals...sigh....I have 350 days left so no rush..
I must that as much as I love Yoga if one is to have Rug burns the story should be a little more interesting..
My arm is unwrapped and that flow class the other day was just too much too soon. So I am spending a little more time in childs pose till either my wrist feels stronger or my rug burn heals...sigh....I have 350 days left so no rush..
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Day 14
2 weeks.!!! Funny how ominous a commitment can feel before you begin. Now 2 weeks in its just something I do daily.
The thing with stating your plan publicly is it really forces you to consider the commitment you made to yourself..
Tonight was a great example. I had a busy day and last class was my only option. And 2 clients that needed me to work tonight. At 8:20 I was all the way out at the perimeter. Without the desire to follow thru on my initial intention and that people would know, I simply had to get there. I would without that have seen it as a reasonable excuse.
So not only was it a great class but a great end to the day. Honoring your own word is a rewarding feeling.
The thing with stating your plan publicly is it really forces you to consider the commitment you made to yourself..
Tonight was a great example. I had a busy day and last class was my only option. And 2 clients that needed me to work tonight. At 8:20 I was all the way out at the perimeter. Without the desire to follow thru on my initial intention and that people would know, I simply had to get there. I would without that have seen it as a reasonable excuse.
So not only was it a great class but a great end to the day. Honoring your own word is a rewarding feeling.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Day 13 and Happy B-Day Clancy
Noon Class today. First flow class I have attempted. My arm is better but doing flows on your forearms is difficult. . I now have rug burns on my Elbows!
I will fore go flow till I can use my hands.
I also think I have not been hydrating properly. I have been very tired and woozy in the morning.
I drank a lot this morning and it seemed to wake me up. So an error on my part.
I will track my intake more closely.
Focus for this first 30 remains to focus on what my body is telling me.
I will fore go flow till I can use my hands.
I also think I have not been hydrating properly. I have been very tired and woozy in the morning.
I drank a lot this morning and it seemed to wake me up. So an error on my part.
I will track my intake more closely.
Focus for this first 30 remains to focus on what my body is telling me.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Letting it all go...
I attended the 4 pm class today. I had heard some nice things about Phil's classes and was interested .
The accolades are well deserved. The man exudes calm energy.
Not something you find often, its a delicate mix and I am sure he has worked hard for it.
This is encouraging for me. My exuberance and energy are my best characteristics.
They also are the first thing to go when depression comes to stay. I have often wondered what balance would mean for me. I want to feel calm and not behave in an erratic manner but I love my energy.
And yes all BP's love their manic stages but I am referring to my stable self energy.
I just know that I have to achieve calmness in my mind to control my brain when it short circuits. So I love seeing that you can have both.
The world lost a great woman today, Meip Gies. Its not necessary to mourn a woman who lives such a long and fruitful life. We should however give thanks that people like her walk amongst us and show us what humility and personal integrity truly are.
My haze is slowly lifiting and the world is tilting back to centre.
Have a great evening.
The accolades are well deserved. The man exudes calm energy.
Not something you find often, its a delicate mix and I am sure he has worked hard for it.
This is encouraging for me. My exuberance and energy are my best characteristics.
They also are the first thing to go when depression comes to stay. I have often wondered what balance would mean for me. I want to feel calm and not behave in an erratic manner but I love my energy.
And yes all BP's love their manic stages but I am referring to my stable self energy.
I just know that I have to achieve calmness in my mind to control my brain when it short circuits. So I love seeing that you can have both.
The world lost a great woman today, Meip Gies. Its not necessary to mourn a woman who lives such a long and fruitful life. We should however give thanks that people like her walk amongst us and show us what humility and personal integrity truly are.
My haze is slowly lifiting and the world is tilting back to centre.
Have a great evening.
Monday, January 11, 2010
11
9 p.m. class. Lots of energy. Tonight I focused on the restorative aspects of this class.
The PT did a lot of work today and hopefully my muscles are stretching to hold things in the correct place for a change.
Interestingly my depression lifted during my PT session. I am curious as to how much my back being out and working on healing affects my brain chemistry..
My focus for this month is going to be on posture alignment. Slowing down and learning the practice.
The PT did a lot of work today and hopefully my muscles are stretching to hold things in the correct place for a change.
Interestingly my depression lifted during my PT session. I am curious as to how much my back being out and working on healing affects my brain chemistry..
My focus for this month is going to be on posture alignment. Slowing down and learning the practice.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
10
6 p.m. class. Its very interesting the different amount of instruction that comes from different teachers. That alone makes you have to stretch your practice just to figure out whats going on.
Big class but really some woman felt the need to squeeze in with 1/2 in of space when there was lots of empty places in the row behind. Folks are just plain weird.
Certainly a day filled hazily with depression but I did get through everything I had committed to.
Well my brain is too foggy to be insightful.
On to Monday and day 11.
Big class but really some woman felt the need to squeeze in with 1/2 in of space when there was lots of empty places in the row behind. Folks are just plain weird.
Certainly a day filled hazily with depression but I did get through everything I had committed to.
Well my brain is too foggy to be insightful.
On to Monday and day 11.
Saturday, January 9, 2010
9/365
Tonights teacher had a different take on the class. Its always difficult for my BP brain to deal with change.
Part of my Yoga practice will also be a deal with new things practice. Well thats more of a respond to new things appropriately practice.
Some days this is a real stretch for me and it can be exhausting but I am doing and I do believe there will only be benefit.
I have no intention of moving backward so there we have it.
My arm feels like it is starting to heal, yea. Spent a lot of the day without support so I am truly happy.
Another week and I can start to put some pressure on it.
My whole body is responding to the back work my PT is doing. Every move I make is crunchy.
I simply remind myself this is healing as well and soon it will be smooth fluid movements and I will be doing flow classes.
Enjoy the rest of the WE
c
Part of my Yoga practice will also be a deal with new things practice. Well thats more of a respond to new things appropriately practice.
Some days this is a real stretch for me and it can be exhausting but I am doing and I do believe there will only be benefit.
I have no intention of moving backward so there we have it.
My arm feels like it is starting to heal, yea. Spent a lot of the day without support so I am truly happy.
Another week and I can start to put some pressure on it.
My whole body is responding to the back work my PT is doing. Every move I make is crunchy.
I simply remind myself this is healing as well and soon it will be smooth fluid movements and I will be doing flow classes.
Enjoy the rest of the WE
c
Friday, January 8, 2010
Day 8
9 pm Karma class, well I went to the 730 and could not get in so I came home and then walked back an hour later.
Commitments, at least public ones are an interesting thing.
With the wind chill factor its -36. Its Friday ,its late I went to class, made the effort -did I really have to go back.??
Commitments, at least public ones are an interesting thing.
With the wind chill factor its -36. Its Friday ,its late I went to class, made the effort -did I really have to go back.??
Thursday, January 7, 2010
7/365
Day 7 inquired Clancy tonight? I had to pause and then replied yes but it was starting to not matter.
Lesson for the Day: DO not listen t the weather forecast.
Something about -33 and -40 with the wind chill. Yuck I thought going will be OK but I will be soaking wet coming home and I will freeze like an icicle.!!
Yes thats the sound of an excuse.
The fact is that it is day 7 and even gentle Yoga gives this body some pain. New movement, old joints and muscles attempting to realign. Add the fact that my arm truly is sore and that I started physio on my back and ankle and I am sore. So that little "excuse" part of the brain begins to butt into my thinking.
I gave it about 10 seconds of air time and then shut it down.
So yes I hurt but I remind myself of the reason behind this quest.
To age gracefully and live a full life..
To have full mobility and pain free use of my body.
To keep the symptoms of the Bipolar at bay to the best of my ability.
The only other reminder I felt I needed tonight was, that it is in fact a silent room and whimpering during pigeon is not allowed.
Lesson for the Day: DO not listen t the weather forecast.
Something about -33 and -40 with the wind chill. Yuck I thought going will be OK but I will be soaking wet coming home and I will freeze like an icicle.!!
Yes thats the sound of an excuse.
The fact is that it is day 7 and even gentle Yoga gives this body some pain. New movement, old joints and muscles attempting to realign. Add the fact that my arm truly is sore and that I started physio on my back and ankle and I am sore. So that little "excuse" part of the brain begins to butt into my thinking.
I gave it about 10 seconds of air time and then shut it down.
So yes I hurt but I remind myself of the reason behind this quest.
To age gracefully and live a full life..
To have full mobility and pain free use of my body.
To keep the symptoms of the Bipolar at bay to the best of my ability.
The only other reminder I felt I needed tonight was, that it is in fact a silent room and whimpering during pigeon is not allowed.
day 6 /365
9 pm class tonight.Great class as always not as crowded as they have been.
I did in fact make a few realizations tonight. One my hips are starting to open. This a a great thing given the discovery by the PT the other day, hurt like heck as they stretch but I focus on my breathing and remind myself that this is the purpose and a day will come that they will not hurt to stretch.
The other was that I was having a bit of difficulty settling. I started the day at the Dentist and was there for over 2 hours. I realized as I left class that this was bound to have some affect to how one feels. Having large needles injected into your jaw, teeth drilled away and your mouth manipulated just may cause some over stimulation.
I am slowly learning to let these things go and accept that reality is what it is.
The final thing was that I am going to give up my struggle to attend the 6 am class. This was my goal but I will attempt it when the days are a bit longer. The same comes to what I am going to be doing for my workouts this month.
I cannot do much because of my arm and the PT feels it will be a good month before I can lift weights .
So I have made peace with that and will arrange my schedule for January based on these things.
One day at a time, doing the best I can.
Its all good.
I did in fact make a few realizations tonight. One my hips are starting to open. This a a great thing given the discovery by the PT the other day, hurt like heck as they stretch but I focus on my breathing and remind myself that this is the purpose and a day will come that they will not hurt to stretch.
The other was that I was having a bit of difficulty settling. I started the day at the Dentist and was there for over 2 hours. I realized as I left class that this was bound to have some affect to how one feels. Having large needles injected into your jaw, teeth drilled away and your mouth manipulated just may cause some over stimulation.
I am slowly learning to let these things go and accept that reality is what it is.
The final thing was that I am going to give up my struggle to attend the 6 am class. This was my goal but I will attempt it when the days are a bit longer. The same comes to what I am going to be doing for my workouts this month.
I cannot do much because of my arm and the PT feels it will be a good month before I can lift weights .
So I have made peace with that and will arrange my schedule for January based on these things.
One day at a time, doing the best I can.
Its all good.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
5/365
Olympic torch arrives in ManitobaDid the noon class today. Packed again. Great to see Yoga hit the resolutions list for many.
It was a great class but I really had difficulty staying present. It leave me wondering, if I am too stimulated at this time of day do I simply chose another or do I need to slow my mind down at this time if it will not of its own accord? Hmmm. Well I have 360 days to discover the answer so I will at some time let you know.
I was picked to be one of 114 people from 6 continents doing a 50 day Philosophers Notes challenge.
Very cool and I am truly excited. I was picked out of over 2000 applicants so I really do feel fortunate and excited...oh did I say that already!
Monday, January 4, 2010
4/365
9 p.m. class tonight. Wow it was packed. Hard to believe they have opened a 2nd studio.
It had not occurred to NY's has the same affect at the Yoga studio as it does as the gym.
One of the authors I am studying at the moment is E Tolle. This morning I listened to a 20 min synopsis of New Earth and this afternoon an hour of his explanation of using the power of now.
I am reallly trying to incorporate the stillness of the mind and being present in my daily Yoga.
Well in all my day but with undivided attention during class.
It had not occurred to NY's has the same affect at the Yoga studio as it does as the gym.
One of the authors I am studying at the moment is E Tolle. This morning I listened to a 20 min synopsis of New Earth and this afternoon an hour of his explanation of using the power of now.
I am reallly trying to incorporate the stillness of the mind and being present in my daily Yoga.
Well in all my day but with undivided attention during class.
Sunday, January 3, 2010
3/365
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fSeven year old Arianna Barczak with the Plast Ukrainian Youth Organization holds a candle lit with the Bethlehem Peace Light along with her scout mates at the Ukrainian Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral of Sts. Vladimir and Olga during a lighting ceremony Sunday morning. The flame, originally lit from the grotto where Christ is said to have been born, travelled through Europe and the U.S. before entering Canada with WInnipeg the first city in Canada to receive the flame
6 P.M class tonight, it was packed. Different style tonight once again leaving me to find alternatives.
Truly this arm is the best thing that could have happened to this unquiet mind. Lots I cannot do and if I try the pain shoots into my body to remind me. The one thing I thought was going to slow me down will at the end of it all given me faster progress.
As my body reminds me it cannot my mind is forced to take over and do the work. Quietly observing what it is we must do when healed.
My impatience with myself leaves my body with the sweat as it pours out.
Can a bipolar mind find quiet in Yoga? Is this yet another tool that can take people with mental distress away from the drugs and into tru health?
Can the government be convinced to put the care back in Health Care and begin to view alternative healthy care of the body the better solution than masking with drugs or invasive surgery?
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Day 2/365
.Winnipeg's Cindy Klassen skates to a second-place finish in the women's 5000-metre event during the Canadian Single Distance Speed Skating Championships in Calgary today.
6 p.m. class today. Nice relaxing way to end a Saturday. Not that I did much today but still nice.
My arm has really forced me to slow down and every day the benefit of this becomes apparent. I am far from a Yoga expert and this whole experience will take me to a different level. As opposed to trying to keep up I am shifting my focus to what I am doing.
Yes, the whole point of Yoga but doing is much different from theory.
I suspect by day 354 I will have reached the conclusion this was the best decision I have ever made.
Friday, January 1, 2010
Day 1/365
Welcome to 2010.
The New Year here began with a balmy -33.
Some brave souls began the day with tradition.
Frigid runners round Assiniboine Park's formal gardens this morning in the 8th annual Polar Bare Run.... also called the Frozen Nipple Run. Participants circle the gardens once then head for their cars and warm clothes. This was the coldest run on record at -33 C.So today was day 1 for me. I had decided that I had to continue with my plan even though the injury to my arm would make it a bit difficult.
I spoke with Clancy before class and she gave me some alternatives and lots of encouragement.
I was able to do much of the class and learned something in the process.
When a position posed too much of a challenge I simply used the time to pay attention to how I should be executing it.
So stepping away and slowing down allows me to have better understanding of things I don't know well.
Day 1 and I have learned something already.
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