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Soulfully Being - BALANCE. We're all striving to reach it, but is it an ideal that can be achieved? Expand your definition of balance, so that you can realize it in your life.
FULLY Connected - "SPECIAL DAYS". One of my clients shared this fun "ritual" that his wife created for their family. It's one you'll likely want your loved ones to treat you with, and a unique way to GIVE those you love extra appreciation and acknowledgment. Special acknowledgment to Donna Mullin for conceiving this beautiful idea.
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BALANCE - There's a buzz word of today. It seems that everyone is always striving toward that elusive ideal of BALANCE. Can it really be achieved? The dictionary defines balance as...
- A state of equilibrium or parity characterized by cancellation of all forces by equal opposing forces.
- A harmonious or satisfying arrangement or proportion of parts or elements, as in a design.
- An influence or force tending to produce equilibrium; counterpoise.
That state of balance or equilibrium is constantly fluctuating, between opposing forces. Sometimes A LOT and sometimes just a little. Occasionally, we find ourselves in the "sweet-spot" of perfect balance, but it's usually momentary. I have "strived" for balance in my life, yet life is constantly in motion, coming out of balance the moment it feels "in balance". As soon as the house is clean or laundry done, a piece of clothing finds its way in the laundry basket, or a dish lands in the sink. Even as we're standing, our bodies are constantly making little adjustments so we don't topple over. Try it. Just stand still, and notice how much movement is required. Take it another step and try balancing on ONE leg. Notice yourself sitting right now, and become present to the little movements that naturally occur to keep you seated upright. It's subtle, however - the mechanisms that allow us to balance are always working.
I realized that my frustration with some of the balancing postures in yoga, parallels my frustration to balance in life. As soon as I accepted that "movement" and "constant adjustments" or "chaos" is a necessary part of balancing successfully, the easier "balancing" has become.
In standing or seating, perhaps the adjustments are small. However, what if we allowed natural adjustments to occur in life - balancing between career, family, finances, fun, relationships and friends?? Accepting that the moments of "perfect balance" are rare, and fluctuation is a part of the process. We can still work toward "balance", and put attention on fun or family when we've been working hard. Or focus on finances and organization, if that's been neglected. I challenge you to embrace the chaos that occurs between those moments of balance. Notice how that impacts your life. When I stop trying to force something to be different than it is, the results that follow always come more effortlessly. Balance is more easily achieved when we let go of the ideal. Something to think about. |
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| SPECIAL DAYS - We have birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays to celebrate. But, wouldn't it be nice to be honored on just an "ordinary" day? It's fun to GIVE, and it's fun to RECEIVE. The Mullin Family created a unique way to do this. Last week happened to be Jim's "special day". Here's how it works. First off, the "special day" is a complete surprise to the "special one"...his wife and two kids did all the secret planning. They organized the evening, selecting his favorite foods and activities that he would surely enjoy. Sushi was the pick this time. The focus of the evening was "all about Jim", and making him feel special, loved and appreciated. Everyone contributed. When he got home, his daughter treated him to a foot spa and massage. His son created hand-made a card that said, "What John appreciates about Dad". Jim received a CD that he'd been wanting and a beautiful card of appreciation from his lovely wife. They watched a favorite movie, and waited on Jim all night - asking, "Can I get you anything else?" They were all eager to give, and Jim's only job was to focus on RECEIVING.
The ritual is something they do randomly every few months or so, rotating among family members. They note when someone has been working particularly hard, or just seems to need some extra love and nurturing. It usually involves everyone writing a special poem or letter stating "what I appreciate about_______is....". The family's focus is on GIVING, while the recipient's job is purely to RECEIVE. Feel free to try this with those you love and cherish. All ages are sure to appreciate this act of kindness. |
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