Sunday, October 24, 2010

Unfolding universe...

If we were able to take microscopically detailed snapshots of the tableaux before us every second, we'd be able to notice subtle changes from picture to picture regarding the color, shadow, position, and texture of the objects before us. 
When awareness observes the act of seeing, it realizes that the visual field is never motionless, nor can it be. What is true of vision is also true for our other senses, including awareness of thought. The seeming stability of experience is an illusion, as are the enduring qualities of objects.
In fact, the universe is unfolding, expanding advancing through time... The universe's unfolding can even be sensed in our consciousness, whose flux is displayed before awareness moment by moment.
 Page 51 of The Yoga Sutra of Patanjali, commentary by Chip Hartranft

Classes today were packed full of useful information. Naomi is incredible at teaching specifics in a gentle way. Kevin taught about anatomy and how to start to understand our bones from the inside out. I have no idea about my body when it comes down to it, but I'm willing to learn.

Friday, October 22, 2010

Ease in Activites...

Ease is action without effort.
Ease does not mean doing nothing. Rather, it means what you do flows from your core and does not require effort. What takes effort in your life? How can you find ease in that activity today?
A year of Living Your Yoga, Judith Lasater

Sunday, October 3, 2010

Slowing Down...

"May your eyes continue to see beautiful and significant things, 
and your soul dance to good music"

- from greeting card my mom sent me for my birthday, 
Bonair Daydreams
In the spirit of a beautiful fall day, I decided to go out in my yard to see what's growing. I was surprised to find out that I've been so busy, I've been missing out!
Here are a few shots: