How does one connect to spirit and listen to the heart? This is what I have been working with these last two weeks. Taking workshops with different teachers and doing many guided visualizations to listen to what my subconscious knows. I have come to one decision. I am returning to massage for the near future, if not longer, with a true committment in a way I have never done. I want to build a private office practice and find a mentor. One of my gifts lies in massage and I want to honor that.
Another vision of having my own yoga studio has been coming up. A small place, a sanctuary for me to teach in and create a community of like minded people. Yet when I think of this idea-returning to yoga, a lot of fear arises. I have learned that these times when feelings come up they are your friend. On this one issue I do not know which is a real want or a "should". I know that I need to take my time and listen. Invite my fear in for a cup of tea.
This being human is a guest house, Every morning is a new arrival.
A joy, a depression, a meanness, Some momentary awareness comes
As an unexpected visitor.
Welcome, and entertain them all!
Even if they're a crowd of sorrows who violently sweep your house empty of its furniture.
Still, treat each guest honorably.
He may be clearing you out
for some delight.
The dark thought, the shame, the malice
Go to the door laughing, and invite them in.
Be grateful for whoever comes
For each has been sent as a guide from beyond.
Rumi
No comments:
Post a Comment