The nature of being human
Added 2022-08-30 20:16:57 +0000 UTCExploring the theme of impermanence, practice a twisty and spine-releasing sequence to release expectations and find peace in times of change. A reading of the Five Remembrances by Thich Nhat Hanh leads us into a brief centering with alternate nostril breathing to balance. The sequence includes dynamic and static twists in moving eagle arms for the upper spine, seated twists for the mid spine, and reclined twisted roots for the lower spine. After each twist sequence, find a blissful moment of being in supported heart opener. We end the practice with movements to facilitate an energetic cleansing before a peaceful shavasana.
Props: bolster and optional blocks
Benefits: energy clearing, tension-release, accepting change, impermanence, embracing the journey ahead, preparing the body for fall, cleansing the organs, releasing blocks, acceptance, balance
Mantra for Daily Living: When I accept change, I accept life.
The Five Remembrances:
- I am of the nature to grow old. There is no way to escape growing old.
- I am of the nature to have ill health. There is no way to escape ill health.
- I am of the nature to die. There is no way to escape death.
- All that is dear to me and everyone I love are of the nature to change. There is no way to escape being separated from them.
- My actions are my only true belongings. I cannot escape the consequences of my actions. My actions are the ground upon which I stand.
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