Some people have the gift of clarity and determination. They see a clear path and find the rhythm of a steady routine with ease. In this regularity, they build momentum.
This is not me.
I fluctuate, I stray, I loose focus. Over and over I find myself back at the beginning. Sometimes the path is crystal clear. But more often, it is muddy.
So how do I created consistency? What do I practice and is it in harmony with what I teach?
Here’s the honest answer.
What stays constant is my practice of developing awareness and acceptance. In everything I do, I try to come back to this - am I aware in this present moment, am I breathing consciously, am I accepting what is happening without judging or reacting?
You might wonder what practices actually support this concept and help them to grow into something experiential, beyond a nice theoretical idea.
For me, it is meditation.
But honestly, being able to sit on a cushion for long periods without focusing on discomfort took years of sitting for long periods of time in discomfort! I don’t recommend long meditation sits as a first step, but perhaps a step further down the road.
Developing a mindful movement practice is a great first step before seated meditation. For me, yoga asana has been the gateway and the key.
For years, I had a very strict yoga practice dedicated to one lineage. These days, I honor this lineage but find that there are benefits to many different styles of yoga. I used to spend 2-3 hours a day practicing a rigid routine, but I am currently exploring other forms of yoga and movement and using all of these methodologies to refine and further understand awareness.
This is what works for me now.
I used to get down on myself or think I was “lazy” if I didn’t practice every day for long enough. Now, if I am tired I accept that and allow myself to rest. I’m trying to spend more time outside. I also find evening walks to be very meditative and relaxing.
There is no “one size fits all” approach, but I have explored and experienced many. As my practice style changes, so does my teaching style. I know there is still so much to learn, so much room to expand.
This is why I feel my teaching is authentic and why I am excited about sharing it with you. If you are feeling stagnant or discouraged in your own practice - let’s work on it together!
Whether you are recovering from injury or a body change, struggling with anxiety or overwhelm, or simply feel stuck - private sessions can be deeply meaningful and a focused, fast track to growth and transformation.
If you are interested, please reach out and we can set up a time to chat. I’d like to make this opportunity accessible to all who are genuinely interested, and I am happy to offer a sliding scale to accommodate various economic situations.