Well, here we are. Entering into June. Every day is a new situation, a new unknown, an unpredicted, unchartered event, a pile of information or just a shocking piece of news. No matter what it is, it is out of our control and that can leave us reeling. How can we manage this? How can we stay strong and healthy and “OK” in the midst of all that is happening?
Here are 5 ways to help navigate your way through these times. 

1. Acceptance. The timeline for external events; covid, a vaccine, getting back to work, traveling, visiting people, getting together, schools reopening, kids getting back to sports and activities and on and on is totally out of our control. We can say, “well that's obvious”, yet deep down we are unsettled by it and feeling out of control. Time to embrace this deeply. External events are out of our control. Totally. Allowing this to sink in, and really appreciating what this means can give us a new freedom that we never had before. It reminds me of what Mahatma Gandhi said, “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” Accepting we are here now, no guarantee on the length of time, so we must accept what is.
2. Get involved in something in a way you never have before. Now. The transformation of healthcare, education, racism, politics, the environment, pollution . . . where is your interest? Jump in. Deeper. Do something for that cause. Don’t try to do all of these just pick one that is most important to you. Jump in. You can do it now, from wherever you are. Learn more, research, offer your time, talent etc. to serve a cause through this transformation. Be a helper to the “new” way of being. 
3. Go within. Observe this time of the “perfect storm” for transformation. Globally, socially and culturally. So take this personally. Look within. Spend time on this. This is going to be a marathon not a sprint. So take care of yourself in a much more conscious way. If it is too much, take a day off. Off from whatever you can to reset, reboot and renew yourself. Take a nap, take a walk, take long deep breaths, chant, sing, cry, laugh, be alone, FaceTime friends, whatever allows you to unplug. 
4. Mindfulness. Be mindful. SLOW DOWN. Listen, really listen. Practice sitting and listening. What do you hear? A bird, a leaf blower? A motorcycle, a siren? Practice being totally present. That is all it is to be mindful. Feel the water on your hands when you wash them, breathe in and out, see the color of the trees and the sky. This is a practice. Practice it in everything you do. Even getting food for the kids, watching them play, helping them with school. It will make your heart feel better and trains your brain.
5. Dream. Yes, this may sound weird at this time but dream. Please. Picture how you want it to be going forward. How YOU want to be. How are you willing to be? The equal and opposite of now. Peace, unity, love, joy, happiness. I am willing to be grateful, supportive, empowering, present, alert and compassionate. Dream it. We need that energy put out there. See what is happening, yes, and then see how you want it to be, dream that into being. 

Come to yoga or watch the replay. Connect to yourself. Your inner wisdom, clarity and inner teacher so that you can stay healthy in this time. Hope to see you there. Sending love.

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How are you? Really, how are you? 
   So much information, misinformation, people complying, people rebelling, protesting, theories, opinions, guesses, ahhhhhhhhh WTF! Has your brain had it with this moment? I think everyone on the planet has had it. The key to our sanity is how long do you dwell there? Really.
   This is such a trap for sucking our energy, our life force. The life force that keeps us physically healthy, mentally healthy and leading from love and kindness. My wish for everyone is that they are taking time to walk quietly, drink tea, plant plants, keep some space that was gained, that was rediscovered while we had to be at home. To keep some of that as we move forward.
   This is the Aquarian age. The lights have been turned on, things are being exposed, great shifts will occur and need to occur. I hope you gained some personal clarity during this time. That you see what is important and what isn’t, that taking care of yourself demands a new level of commitment. If you are feeling rattled or anxious and worried. Please reach out. I am here. This is what I do.
​   And our Coaching Circle will do that together, in a small, intimate group. It is a beautiful way to come together for support, guidance, growth and ease as we slowly emerge from this time of isolation into our new way of being. Make this time count. Make it matter to you and your family. Thrive don’t just survive this time of transformation….breathe…..all is well. Happy Tuesday. 

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   Yes it is! Especially in times like these when it's easy to spiral and let Monkey Mind take over. Coaching, yoga, and meditation are the tools that stop that spiral and shift your thoughts from what isn’t serving you to what is.  Like going to the gym for your brain. 
Why is this important? 
  Because everything starts in your brain. We think something and that causes a chain reaction. Sometimes that is a good thing and sometimes it isn’t. It is too important to leave it to happenstance. We have to create the ability to shift what we are thinking so that the chain reaction is energizing, motivating, healthy, intuitive and growth inducing. Does this mean that you will never feel sadness, frustration, discouragement, fear, worry, doubt, pain etc.? No. We are human and we will feel those feelings. We will be in situations that bring about all sorts of mental and emotional turbulence.    However, it is the ability to move through it, being present to it, and allow, and observe so that we don’t get stuck there. That is where the tools of coaching and meditation come in to play. To work on your mind everyday. It doesn’t have to be long but it needs to be consistent. So that when something powerful comes into your space you are ready to face it, see it, allow it to move through you. Then you can emerge on the other side of it stronger, more powerfully YOU and having grown. 
   That is why I am doing my Coaching Circle. To support, encourage and instill this everyday practice into your life so that during these times and ALL times you can stay in the center of yourself and not be thrown over the edge of the boat. 
If you have questions please reach out. I will also be on Facebook live Wednesday, 5/13/20, at 4:00 pm (PT) to discuss it. There has never been a better time to master your ability to shift your own thoughts than now! Six weeks. $44.00 a week to turn the practice into a habit that can change the way you feel, what you are doing and how you are being. Let’s get coaching!! Course begins May 20th. 

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   As some towns and countries begin to ease restrictions while others are in complete chaos, infighting about rights, masks and distancing what is needed now more than ever is the ability to see and then unsee. In yoga we talk about this a lot.
   Seeing, not sticking your head in the sand, yet then "unseeing" and allowing yourself to continue on your path without the drag of this observation. What am I talking about? Well, if we are to continue on with our pursuits without the drag of extreme worry and fear we must be able to do this so we are not caught in the pervasive energy of this circumstantial situation. I can feel this energy so strongly and I have to up my practice.
   Being consistent, continuous and committed to my higher good is what I know to be crucial in these times. It is the only way forward. Otherwise we will be caught in this chaos and pulled over so to speak into a cul-de-sac, stalled out. If you want support with this, I am all in and super excited to announce that we are opening up our new Coaching Circle!