Spring’s Invitation to Begin Again.
With all the snow that has fallen here in Idaho and the northwest, it may feel like a cruel joke to mention spring. The longing for life to push up through the earth might overshadow noticing spring’s inching arrival. But if you pause…and tune in… the subtle signs are there.
Spring is peeking through grey skies with her gradually lengthening and warming days. Shafts of light enter my window at new angles. The birds now add their chirp and chortle to the quiet air. And the frozen edges of life begin to melt, filling rivers and streams with force and flow. There is a sense of Release and Renewal that awakens my desire to shift and renew myself.
I’m ready to shed layers and lighten up after our long, cold winter. Ready to move winter stagnation from my body and clear my mind. Ready to hit the reset button on my being and start anew.
Maybe you feel the same powerful urge for renewal. It’s natural, as we’re affected by the rhythm of seasons, just as all other animals on this spinning Earth.
To harness the impulse toward renewal, here are ways I take action to lighten up and reset my body and mind.
Clearing the Body
To lighten up in body, I gradually shift from eating heavy, grounding foods toward fresh, light ingredients and meals: from porridge to smoothies, from soups to salads, and simply consuming less overall.
I also turn up the volume on my movement…more active yoga, strengthening, and heart-pumping activities. Nothing too crazy. Just listening to my body as it calls out for more.
When you get quiet and listen, what does your body/ being longing for right now?
Clearing the Mind
To clear my mind, I work in two directions…I manage the noise and distraction I ingest and actively create space for quiet.
In this fast-paced, noisy world, it’s easy to fill every moment with sound and information, but continual overstimulation creates stress and dis-ease. My first step is to look honestly at the information I consume through my eyes and ears. This includes texts, emails, conversations, podcasts, news, Netflix, and time spent on social media. Despite setting boundaries around these things, over time I find myself swimming in someone else’s thoughts and opinions more than I desire. With a simple check-in, I recommit to my boundaries. It’s a continual process of remembrance and recommitment.
I also recommit to activities that quiet the mind and soothe the nervous system, like yoga, meditation, journaling, or spending time in nature. These have become cornerstones to maintaining my health…and sanity.
Spring Renewal & Reset
If you’re longing for renewal and have been eyeing STUDIO TEN to support your next step toward deeper self-care, NOW is a great time to jump in!
As we march into spring, I’ll share more tips and tricks to encourage lightness in your life, including recipes, quotes, and breath, movement, and mindfulness practices. These nuggets of support and love will be added to the 150+ On-Demand classes on STUDIO TEN. You can also join me in real time for LIVEstream classes.
💜 NEW Beginner’s Path 💜
Over the past year, many reached out ready to begin their yoga journey…or begin again…but weren’t sure where to start.
I’m excited to announce…a NEW “Beginner’s Path” Playlist is now included in all STUDIO TEN memberships! The Beginner’s Path includes a curated series of 10 On Demand classes to get you started on the right foot. (and the left, of course.😆) I’d love for you to join me!
As Tony Robbins states here:
“The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.”
What are you waiting for? Let me know how I can help you take your next step toward a clearer, lighter, more vibrant version of you. Let’s hit the SPRING reset button together! It’s definitely more fun that way.
Spring Renewal Spotify Playlist
I’ve had my headphones on again…collecting songs to renew your spirit. Enjoy this fresh April mix…including songs like Renewal, Clear the Path, Begin, & Newborn Soul. Enjoy!
Alright, my friend, may your days gradually fill with more and more light. And may your aperture be wide enough to notice.
oxoxOM,
Tener
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~Beautiful artwork and words of wisdom above by Morgan Harper Nichols