Mother female parent a woman in authority an old or elderly woman source, origin tenderness or affection the extreme or ultimate example of something's kind (from various internet references) This is always such a funny holiday. Some people love it and are extremely happy. Some people miss their moms and have broken hearts. Some people … Continue reading Mother’s Day, 2018
Serena Arora
Words of a Sage: Sir Ken Robinson
Confession: I love Sir Ken Robinson. When I'm feeling down, defeated, and lost for direction, I turn to Sir Ken Robinson's TED Talk, Do schools kill creativity?, for inspiration. Each of his talks bring inspiration for me; however, this talk always speaks directly to me and my constant struggle with belonging, failure, and authenticity. The … Continue reading Words of a Sage: Sir Ken Robinson
8.20.17-8.21.17 Hawaii Day 28-29
The Road Not Taken Robert Frost Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, And sorry I could not travel both And be one traveler, long I stood And looked down one as far as I could To where it bent in the undergrowth; Then took the other, as just as fair, And having perhaps the … Continue reading 8.20.17-8.21.17 Hawaii Day 28-29
8.18.17-8.19.17 Hawaii Day 26-27
What's your offering to the world? Some might phrase it as: What's your purpose? What do you want to be when you grow up? Dream job? Dream work? Life's work? Desire? Ambition? Direction? Focus? Intent? Objective? Reason? Mission? Dream? Target? Function in the world? How many of us know? How many of us ever figure … Continue reading 8.18.17-8.19.17 Hawaii Day 26-27
8.17.17 Hawaii Day 25
“Yoga teaches us to cure what need not be endured and endure what cannot be cured.” B.K.S. Iyengar ...and to know the difference? Maybe. What need not be endured for you? Can you cure it? What cannot be cured? Can you endure it?
8.16.17 Hawaii Day 24
Lots going on today: moving, shaking, evolving. This song has been stuck in my head all day. Have you ever really read/listened to the words? Take a gander. Let me know what you think. Share. Think. Elevate. Connect. The Times They Are A-Changin' Bob Dylan Come gather ’round people Wherever you roam And admit that … Continue reading 8.16.17 Hawaii Day 24
8.15.17 Hawaii Day 23
Days like today are what life's all about. Spent the day with one of the most enlightened, bright, shining lights I've even known. So very thankful to know her. She gives so very much and today, I was brought to tears with the thought that I might, just might, have been able to (even in … Continue reading 8.15.17 Hawaii Day 23
8.12.17-8.14.17 Hawaii Day 20-22
Invictus Out of the night that covers me, Black as the pic from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul. In the fell clutch of circumstance I have not winced nor cried aloud. Under the bludgeoning of chance My head is bloody, but unbowed. Beyond this place of wrath … Continue reading 8.12.17-8.14.17 Hawaii Day 20-22
8.10.17 and 8.11.17 Hawaii Day 18 and 19
The past few days have been filled with rainbows, shared moons, yoga nidra, and lovely people. I'm so thankful for all the lovely lights I've met here. They are bright, vibrant, and contribute enormously to the tapestry of individuals on this journey. Each person has a unique perspective and I'm appreciating them all. Tomorrow brings … Continue reading 8.10.17 and 8.11.17 Hawaii Day 18 and 19
8.9.17 Hawaii Day 17
My dad would have been 63 today. Some years, his birthday goes by with light memories of fun birthdays past. Some years, I want to hide under the covers and cry all day. Today was one of those hide days, but yoga teacher training all day precluded me from participating in that. My dad's favorite … Continue reading 8.9.17 Hawaii Day 17
8.5.17 and 8.6.17 Hawaii Day 13 and 14
**Note: Definitely thought I posted this two days ago... WRONGO! Sometimes you just need to wander... your mind, your body... Just let go. The Wanderlust Robert William Service The Wanderlust has lured me to the seven lonely seas, Has dumped me on the tailing-piles of dearth; The Wanderlust has haled me from the morris chairs … Continue reading 8.5.17 and 8.6.17 Hawaii Day 13 and 14
8.4.17 Hawaii Day 12
Today began with self-guided meditation by the ocean and an amazing inversion workshop. Being upside down with all that refreshing blood rushing to my brain always brings intense focus later in the day/evening (e.g., exciting ideas around classes, workshops, and retreats when I return home). After lunch came a long and focused discussion on developing … Continue reading 8.4.17 Hawaii Day 12
8.3.17 Hawaii Day 11
J.U.G.O. J: Judgment U: Undone G: Grace O: Only Source: Serena Aurora Sometimes ya just gotta let it go. How does judgement get in your way? How does is impact you? Your relationships? Your work? What would happen if you released judgment? Who would you be without judgment? Who do you want to be? Consider … Continue reading 8.3.17 Hawaii Day 11
8.2.17 Hawaii Day 10
The sun shines not ON us, but IN us. John Muir What a lovely morning! Met some new friends (pictured: Mel), hot Kapha flow yoga, delightful meditation, and stimulating conversation. Idea from discussion today: The sun gives all its gifts to everyone equally. There is no discrimination or withholding. What we choose to do with … Continue reading 8.2.17 Hawaii Day 10
8.1.17 Hawaii Day 9
We are one with the wind. One with the clouds... one as the waves are at one with the sea! Alfred Noyes Finally the dolphin video loaded!!! They are tough to see. There were 10-15 and you can see the dark triangular fins grazing the water. AAAAHHHH!!
7.31.17 Hawaii Day 8
Root down to rise up. What does that mean to you? How do you root down? How do you rise up? Can you do both? Can you do both in a yoga pose? In relationships? In life? How? Share. Think. Connect. Elevate. Banyan Tree I knew who I was this morning, but I've changed a … Continue reading 7.31.17 Hawaii Day 8
7.30.17 Hawaii Day 7
At first glance, it may appear too hard. LOOK AGAIN. Always look again. Mary Anne Radmacher When you go with the flow, magic happens. Thank goodness I'm in a place where I am surrounded by people who encourage me to go with the flow. Here are some magic moments from this morning's meditation and afternoon adventures: … Continue reading 7.30.17 Hawaii Day 7
7.29.17 Hawaii Day 6
If you have good thoughts, they will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely. Roald Dahl At the start of this 300 hour yoga teacher training, our instructors asked us to agree to some guidelines. Everyone took turns reading them and agreed to honor them; including me. One was: … Continue reading 7.29.17 Hawaii Day 6
7.28.17 Hawaii Day 5
We must always be on the lookout for the presence of wonder. e. b. white Today's wonder: This morning's meditation revealed that what I was looking for never left. It reminded me of those times I think I lost my keys but they were in my back pocket the whole time. Lesson: when I think … Continue reading 7.28.17 Hawaii Day 5
7.27.17 Hawaii Day 4
Today started out with an amazing meditation and gentle practice followed by fresh fruit breakfast, alignment principles and practice, delicious lunch, and an afternoon of Ayurveda with a dash of somatic yoga. I am IN LOVE with somatic yoga and am already setting some intentions for teaching. Throughout the day, cardinals, a mongoose, and a mama … Continue reading 7.27.17 Hawaii Day 4
