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O G A L I C I O U S #27
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- FEBRUARY / 2003
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A VALENTINE As Valentine's Day approaches and the marketing of "love" becomes ever present, take some time to contemplate that Love starts inside. To me, practicing Yoga seems like the perfect Valentine. Yoga has a magical way of increasing our capacity for acceptance, compassion and forgiveness. Naturally, as love for ourselves increases, we grow more deeply connected to others and all of creation. To help get you in the spirit of the coming celebration, this issue offers you heart-opening inspirations as well as some fun-loving events to make the season extra special. With LOVE, |
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| WORDS OF WISDOM |
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"Peace between countries must rest on the solid foundation of love between individuals" — Mahatma Gandhi |
| HEART OPENING MEDITATION |
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Open your heart and calm your mind with this web cast of Sharon Salzberg's seven-minute lovingkindness guided meditation. http://www.beliefnet.com/story/32/story_3248_1.html back to top |
| ON LOVE AND FORGIVENESS |
| "We come to love not by finding the perfect person, but by learning to see an imperfect person perfectly." http://mytapestry.crosswinds.net/love_forgiveness.html back to top |
| RELAX WITH RESTORATIVE YOGA |
| Winter is a wonderful time to let go into Restorative Yoga Poses. These simple yet profound poses help relax muscles, calm the mind, and soften the heart. Restoratives are done by laying passively over props such as bolsters and blankets. You stay in the poses for between 5-15 minutes while you relax and focus gently on your breath. They are particularly effective, because when the body is fully supported, and with the help of gravity, you are able to let go more completely, surrendering layers of deeply stored tension. These resources will help you get started on a restorative practice: 1. Video: Yoga Journal’s Yoga Practice for Relaxation. 2. Video: Living Yoga. How to Use Yoga Props - Bolsters, Blankets, Pillows. 3. Book: Relax & Renew - Restful Yoga for Stressful Times by Judith Lasater. 4. Props: http://huggermugger.com. 5. Come join me for a three-hour mini-retreat, which will include lots of restorative yoga - March 16. (Info Below.) back to top |
| ENTERING YOUR TEMPLE |
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"You must approach your yoga practice with reverence and gratitude and love. It’s very much like entering a temple. – Amrit Desai" back to top |
| CURIOUS ABOUT TANTRA WORKSHOPS? |
| Promising physical and spiritual ecstasy, Tantra workshops lure couples who want more from their relationships. But what really goes on? http://www.yogajournal.com/wisdom/463_1.cfm back to top |
| RELAX MORE |
| A Valentine's day gift for yourself and your loved ones! When you relax deeply, your mind stops racing. You become more receptive and open so your love, compassion, and intuition flow through you more freely. That's not only good for you, that's good for everyone you come into contact with! Visit http://www.cdbaby.com/pransky to learn more. Relaxmore is also available in NYC at Be Yoga (212 647 9642) and in Hoboken at Peper Apparel, Down To Earth, and Pleasant Road Spa. back to top |
| A UNIFIED THEORY OF LOVE |
| I put this in once before, but it's great timing for the Valentine's day month! Love is by its very nature unity, and if you have feelings of self-loathing, they inevitably become part of your relationship with the loved one. http://www.yogajournal.com/meditation/138_1.cfm back to top |
| HOW DO THEY FEEL? |
| "People will forget what you said, will forget what you did, but will never forget how you made them feel." -- Author unknown back to top |
| YOGA IN THE AIR |
| Taking a Spring get-a-way? Yoga Teacher Megan Lurie McCarver, designed a yoga sequence especially for those traveling by air or sitting for long periods. You can do it any time, anywhere! http://www.yogaeverywhere.com/wings/wings.html back to top |
| SPIRIT ENHANCING MUSIC |
| This wonderful CD truly celebrates the spirit. "The dictionary defines 'virtuoso' as 'an experimenter or investigator,' offering as an example, 'a highly skilled performer.' That definition clearly fits Joseph Brenna. - News-Gazette (Lexington Virginia) http://www.josephbrenna.com/cd_listen.html back to top |
| CULTIVATE LOVE EVERY DAY |
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the Day, Ask Yourself: "Did my thoughts, actions and deeds contribute to the well being of others? Did I ask more from others than I needed? Did resistance to change cause harm to others or myself? Did my words express the truth from my heart? Did the choices I made nourish myself? Did I pause to give thanks for at least one gift in my life? Did I take time to notice the omnipresence of a power beyond myself? At the end of the day, am I at peace with myself? " |
| MELT, RELEASE AND PURIFY. A SPRING MINI-RETREAT |
| Sunday March 16, 2003. 12:00-3:00. Be Yoga NYC. Come join Jillian in this rejuvenating adventure integrating cleansing, balancing, and relaxation techniques. Flow through a perfectly orchestrated series of restorative poses, breathing techniques, gentle asana, self-reflexology pressure points, meditation and aromotherapy. You will leave relaxed and revitalized as your spring energy begins to melt your consolidated winter energy. Reflexologist Donna Rubinstein and four assisting yoga teachers will provide gentle pressure point work throughout the retreat. Donna will guide you through a self-reflexology routine to support the transition into the season. In addition, you will receive tips on continuing your purification at home. WHERE: To register Call 212 647 9642 to register. Pre-registration suggested as this will sell out. Cost $50/$60 at the door. |
| SPRING WEEKEND RETREAT WITH JILLIAN - IN THE BERKSHIRE MOUNTAINS |
| May 2-4. 2003. Come for a juicy weekend of yoga and meditation. Get-a-way from your daily responsibilities as you deepen your practice, delight in the fresh spring air, and luxuriate in the unforgettable natural setting of The Race Brook Lodge. Jillian will lead four comprehensive yoga and meditation classes over the weekend and early morning walking meditations. Our sessions will include purification and cleansing techniques as we prepare our bodies and minds for the changing seasons. Between classes, you will have plenty of time to relax and enjoy the natural beauty, have bodywork, or go out exploring (Great Berrington, Lenox, and Tanglewood 15 min away.) Our delicious meals will be made just for us by Natural Gourmet Chef Joan Embree. She will personalize scrumptious meals using the finest seasonal ingredients. Be sure to save a spot, as the retreat will sell out. Doubles, triples, and singles available. For more info email jillian_love@yahoo.com. Or to view my last Race Brook retreat check Photo Album: Fall Retreat 2002 at http://www.yogajillian.com |
| MORE SPECIAL EVENTS |
| BRIGHT SPIRIT
TEACHER TRAINING 2003 If you love yoga…learn to share it! We have only three spaces left! This 200-hour training, recognized by the National Yoga Alliance, begins Feb 22/23. It takes place one weekend a month for a year. For more information email Jillian or visit http://www.yogajillian.com |
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them send me an email to be added to this distribution. May you, and all beings, be happy and feel loved! With Joy, Jillian |