Yoga Fix 30 - Day 8 - HIIT Yoga
Into Week 2
"The question is not what you look at, but what you see."
-Henry David Thoreau
Here we are into our second week. Were you able to do all of the videos for week 1? If so, that's awesome and if not, not judgement. This isn't a race. I don't remember who said it but life is not a sprint, it's a marathon. You can take these classes at your own pace. They are here for you! Practice today's affirmation from Louise Hay:
"I rejoice in who I am. I am a beautiful expression of life, flowing perfectly at all times." Today's class is a challenging HIIT practice so remember your affirmation!!
Additional "homework:" Energy flows where there's space for it to do so. If you have some clutter around your home (I know I do!) then start to get rid of it today. This homework might take some extra time, but it's worth the effort. Donate things that you don't use. File that paperwork, throw away things you don't need. Your life will feel much lighter! I'm getting excited about doing it just by writing this!!
Love,
Lesley
PS I would love to see you in person!! I have some retreats coming up In the US in Santa Cruz, California and in Sedona, Arizona. Go here for more information and to access links to sign up...I hope to see you soon! xoxo
Yoga Fix 30 - Day 18 - HIIT Yoga With Crow Pose
It's getting hot in here!
"There are two ways to live: you can live as it nothing is a miracle; you can live as if everything is a miracle."
Day 18 is turning up the heat, so if it's cold outside, you'll hardly even notice! I get lots of comments from people loving the HIIT classes and I gets lots of comments from people who aren't as enthusiastic about them. They certainly generate a reaction! Whether you love or hate it, just do your best. It doesn't have to be perfect and you're always welcome to push pause and rest whenever you like. You can also practice it 3 times today if you love it lol!
Today's affirmation is all about attitude:
"I am the loving operator of my mind." Remember to practice this one...you're not responsible for the first thought that pops into your mind, but you ARE responsible for entertaining it. So, only entertain the good ones!!
Additional "homework:" Journal about the following topic: everything is a miracle!!
Love,
Lesley
PS Yoga teacher training is the ultimate way to deepen your practice, and this year I have a new 200-hour Yoga Alliance approved training program offering both on-line and in-person components. Details at http://www.fightmasteryoga.com/ytt
Yoga Fix 30 - Day 25 - HIIT Class with Balance
Sometimes we fall but we can always get back up
"We are but visitors on this planet. We are here for ninety or one hundred years at the very most. During that period, we must try to do something good, something useful with our lives. If you contribute to other people's happiness, you will find the true goal, the true meaning of life."
-The Dali Lama
Today's HIIT class reminded me that life isn't always perfect. Sometimes we might fall out of balance poses (like I did several times in today's video), sometimes we might try to accomplish something and fail, sometimes we might succeed. That is life. If everything was always easy and perfect, how would we grow and become better people? If there isn't any pain, we don't appreciate joy and comfort. It's important to remember that sometimes things are difficult, but if we keep going and do our best, we'll be led to where we're needed. This affirmation is helpful for that:
"I easily flow with change. My life is divinely guided and I am always going in the best direction."
Additional "homework:" Come up with something that you can do to make someone happy. Since our time is limited (as the Dali Lama reminds us in today's quote), begin to brainstorm and write down things that you can do to contribute to other people's happiness. And then, take some action! It can be anything...something small is a wonderful way to start. You'll feel great!
Love,
Lesley
PS Come with me to Sedona!! It's one of my favorite places because the positive energy there is amazing. If you haven't been, you must go at some point in your life. If you can join my good friend, Reiki Energy Healer, and Intuitive Dina Kleiman and me April 5-8, you won't regret it. Sedona is magical and we'll get to explore it's amazing mysteries together. Click here for more information and to register.