Ran across this quote:
Blessed are the flexible, for they shall not be bent out of shape!!
Have a wonderful day!
Friday, May 14, 2010
Monday, May 10, 2010
Satya
The yoga teaching of "Satya" relates to how we speak the truth....to ourselves and to others. When we speak, we need to find balance between speaking the truth harshly vs. avoiding the truth or telling lies. How often do you tell yourself (or others) things that are not really true? How many times do we speak our truth in a need to "prove ourselves" or to be "right" in an argument?
We have all had times when we have started speaking before we really thought about the impact of our words. One of the biggest benefits for me in yoga is the fact that the practice helps me to slow down, think things through, and be more deliberate in my choices and decision making. I do not always say and do the right thing (believe me....I have put my "foot in mouth" many a time!) but I do believe that I am improving my ability to listen and respond more thoughtfully in difficult conversations.
Yoga and the concept of Satya are a practice.....not an end point or destination. It's easy to start to get down on yourself for all of the times you have failed to speak up....and for all the times you have opened your mouth when it should have remained closed....but through continued practice and perserverance, we can all hope to become more loving and thoughtful people....in our thoughts, deeds, and in the words we speak.
Namaste....
We have all had times when we have started speaking before we really thought about the impact of our words. One of the biggest benefits for me in yoga is the fact that the practice helps me to slow down, think things through, and be more deliberate in my choices and decision making. I do not always say and do the right thing (believe me....I have put my "foot in mouth" many a time!) but I do believe that I am improving my ability to listen and respond more thoughtfully in difficult conversations.
Yoga and the concept of Satya are a practice.....not an end point or destination. It's easy to start to get down on yourself for all of the times you have failed to speak up....and for all the times you have opened your mouth when it should have remained closed....but through continued practice and perserverance, we can all hope to become more loving and thoughtful people....in our thoughts, deeds, and in the words we speak.
Namaste....
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
What a gift!!
Those of you who take my classes....just want to tell you what a gift it is to be your teacher! I love the practice of yoga.....and nothing brings me greater pleasure than seeing content and rested faces at the end of a class!
May each of you recognize and feel the divine nature that is in you....and celebrate the wonderful person you are!
Peace and contentment to you all!
Karen
May each of you recognize and feel the divine nature that is in you....and celebrate the wonderful person you are!
Peace and contentment to you all!
Karen
Saturday, May 1, 2010
May Day!
Maybe I am really "dating" myself...but I remember May Day as a kid.....making construction paper baskets, filling them with a few goodies, then bringing them to the porches of my neighbors, ringing the doorbell, and running like crazy! Part of the tradition for us was to give some small tiny day brightener to someone else without them figuring out the giver.
Today we hear about "paying it forward" or "random acts of kindness." Whatever you call it, it can be a wonderfully exhilarating feeling to do something nice and unexpected for someone else. Challenge yourself to make this May Day a day in which you practice some small gestures of kindness...just because. Then enjoy the warmth and satisfaction that comes from doing something selfless and generous for someone else.
Happy May Day!!
Today we hear about "paying it forward" or "random acts of kindness." Whatever you call it, it can be a wonderfully exhilarating feeling to do something nice and unexpected for someone else. Challenge yourself to make this May Day a day in which you practice some small gestures of kindness...just because. Then enjoy the warmth and satisfaction that comes from doing something selfless and generous for someone else.
Happy May Day!!
Monday, April 19, 2010
I love to read....
I just finished reading some excerpts from a book entitled "Traveling at the Speed of Love" by Sonia Choquette. I think I need to read this book!! The snippets that I read are all about how to find and cultivate joy in your life...simple things really.....but those things that often seem just beyond the scope of our busy and hectic days.
I loved this quote that she included from Albert Einstein: "He who can no longer pause to wonder and stand rapt in awe is as good as dead....his eyes are closed."
May the season of spring open your eyes....to beauty, new beginnings, and a joy-filled happy life!
Peace,
Karen
I loved this quote that she included from Albert Einstein: "He who can no longer pause to wonder and stand rapt in awe is as good as dead....his eyes are closed."
May the season of spring open your eyes....to beauty, new beginnings, and a joy-filled happy life!
Peace,
Karen
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Springtime Morning Yoga!
I have another new session of yoga starting the first week of May. Here are the details:
Tuesday Mornings 8-9am
May 4th -June 8th
Aslan Institute, 4141 Old Sibley Memorial Highway, Eagan
Cost: $60
I will continue to have readings and journaling questions available (for students to take with them and use on their own time ) to enhance your yoga practice. I am hoping the earlier time works well for people......yoga practice first thing in the morning is a great way to start the day!
Contact me to register or to get more info!!
Peace,
Karen
651-681-1672
karenyogam@gmail.com
Tuesday Mornings 8-9am
May 4th -June 8th
Aslan Institute, 4141 Old Sibley Memorial Highway, Eagan
Cost: $60
I will continue to have readings and journaling questions available (for students to take with them and use on their own time ) to enhance your yoga practice. I am hoping the earlier time works well for people......yoga practice first thing in the morning is a great way to start the day!
Contact me to register or to get more info!!
Peace,
Karen
651-681-1672
karenyogam@gmail.com
Saturday, April 10, 2010
New Classes Starting Soon!
I will have a new 6 week session of yoga beginning at Advent United Methodist Church in Eagan on April 26th.
When: Mondays 4:30-5:30pm
Dates: April 26-June 7th (skip Memorial Day 5/31)
Place: Advent UMC : 3945 Lexington Ave South, Eagan
Cost: $50
I am also planning a new Tuesday morning class that should begin in early May! I'll provide details soon.....
Contact me by phone or email if you have additional questions!
Peace,
Karen DeBaun
651-681-1672
karenyogam@gmail.com
When: Mondays 4:30-5:30pm
Dates: April 26-June 7th (skip Memorial Day 5/31)
Place: Advent UMC : 3945 Lexington Ave South, Eagan
Cost: $50
I am also planning a new Tuesday morning class that should begin in early May! I'll provide details soon.....
Contact me by phone or email if you have additional questions!
Peace,
Karen DeBaun
651-681-1672
karenyogam@gmail.com
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