We all come to relationships with some preconceived ideas and judgments based on our past experience. This history, although valid, is not always applicable to the person in front of you right here and right now. This new relationship will be burdened by the past from both participants; but, what if we could let go of some of those preconceived ideas and judgments – make more space – and be open to what we can bring to this relationship and what it can offer us?
Positive relationships are supportive, healthy, fair, compassionate, strong, and powerful for all parties involved. Through this “opening up” and letting go process we find a more authentic and compassionate voice as well as the ability to “hear” the other person with less judgment and an open mind.
Today, we are working with the hips – an area some researchers believe holds some of our deepest emotional history (or as I call it – our heavy suitcase). Our practice is meant to open some space for positive and supportive relationships to blossom without the weight of old ideas and judgments. We will also work with pranayama to help connect to our “communication” center of the throat and ears to help us express ourselves with authenticity and to hear others expression more clearly.
I nurture healthy and supportive relationships in my life.
Props: Optional blanket or beach towel or any props you think you need for your personal practice
Meditation begins around 36:00 (setting up for savasana)
Ready to flow? Join me for this mindful flow focused on moving the spine in all different directions: lateral, forward fold, back bend and twist. Build a little heat and some strength throughout the body in a full body flow!
Balance poses are a great way to engage the ENTIRE body, let go of expectations and just "play" with your practice. The only way to build greater balance is to keep trying, fall out of a pose and laugh : )
Join me for this 25 minute practice where we are light, free, fun and playful as we explo...
Whenever you feel disconnected, overwhelmed, tired or restless - this practice is for you! Ground bound, earth centered poses followed by a full body scan to help you get out of your head and into your body - bringing balance to mind, body, and spirit.
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