Tag: mindfulness
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Nature’s Blank Canvas
A warm sun turning snow into crystals of wonder. A blank canvas for an artist bursting with ideas. Is it a stick, a wand, a sword? No, a pen! The chill in the wind, the sun warming our backs, the energy of a brilliant mind creating, the soft sound of snow being turned into a…
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Acceptance
We go through life with the heavy burden of so many expectations. Expectations for ourselves. Expectations of others. Expectations for what we think this moment should be…what it should look like. Buddha reminds us, “Serenity only comes when we trade expectations for acceptance.” On our yoga mats, expectations can creep in as frustration when we…
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In the Chaos
This time of year can be magical. The holidays, the laughter, the scent of hot cocoa in the air… it can also be a time of chaos and stress. So many things to do, so many people to see, so many hats to wear.…. Not enough time, not enough patience, not enough you to go…
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If you…
If you… drank all the coffee this morning, chose chips instead of salad, and watched Netflix when you should have been sleeping; If you hate your job, and haven’t exercised today; If you didn’t meditate, pray, or you haven’t spoken your truth out loud yet; If your house is a mess, there is laundry piling…
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Time
Time, you’ve been on my mind lately… When I was young you were infinite…limitless. Consequences of living life like getting old, becoming ill, loosing loved ones seemed so far away. No need for concern. No need for attention or hustle. Hell, it even seemed like an eternity before dinnertime. But now, with each passing year,…
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A Tiny Friend
Hello, little one. I feel the connection, do you? Steady now. You are safe. You are free. It’s the little things… —V
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Precipice
He stands at the precipice. Breathing in the wonder… the possibilities. Knowing I must let go in order for him to fly. Soar my baby, soar. It’s the little things… —V
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Noble Silence
(My thoughts after spending 24 hours in noble silence. No speaking, electronics of any kind, books, music, etc.) Silence. How could something that which is nothing be so intimidating? I was scared. I was excited. I wasn’t sure if I was ready. I watched the clock. The hour appeared. And then… there was… space. Space…
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My Edge
For most of my life avoiding the edge was paramount. Comfort and stability were key. Any edge I encountered was not instigated by me. However, I was vaguely aware of the growth that happened in my life with each unintentional brush. It was the way I was raised. It was my personality. It was how my small community…
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A Moment of Connection
Tenderness. Support. Understanding. A mother-daughter connection more ancient than time itself. A moment of shared energies, hearts, and love. I. See. You. It’s the little things… —V
Joy and Soulshine 