Always so inspiring to hear/read about your insights both internal and external, Karen. I hope the pain continues to dissolve and I hope your capacity to slow down serves you well. I understand that part, as I see it myself too -- going slowly, breathing deeply, listening to this precious body we live in ... all good stuff.
As always, just what I needed to hear when I needed to hear it. Your experiences -- both the joys and the sorrows, the peace and the pain -- never fail to feed me. And I loved your family-dinner companions' fascination with your "voice" on birds. We are so blessed to "eat at your table" of knowledgeable sharing every day! :-)
Your conclusions are very helpful, although I'm sorry you have to go through a painful journey to reach them. Your pictures are gorgeous and soothing. May the help and inspiration you provide to others be returned to you tenfold! Today I'm going to slow down, listen and remember to breathe.
A most relatable post, Karen! I imagined your post today being like your conversation with friends…in that case about birds. And just as you know that subject matter so well, your living with this pain and seeing contributing factors supported your writing today’s post. All the best, Karen.
Good insights. Good advice. I also tend to always move fast. I like the idea of being more like a turtle. I hope your shoulder is feeling better already. Thank you 🙏🏼
Karen, I applaud you for being the keen detective you have become. For me, yoga is the technology that best calms both my body and mind so that they can relax and heal each other. I have a simple 15 minute routine every morning upon rising that allows me to function pain free. You might consider finding a "gentle"yoga class with a seasoned and compassionate instructor and explore a technology that our modern world needs more than ever.
If you are the least bit interested, please read Donna Farhi's book: "Bringing Yoga to Life." On page 5 she beautifully writes: " ...the ancient practice of yoga does not pretend to be simple, quick, or easy. It is a practice that takes into account the very messy and often complex phenomenon of what we call a human being and the equally challenging task of everyday living. What Yoga does promise...is that through sincere, skillful, and consistent practice, "anyone" can become peaceful, happy and free."
A bold claim? I believe her.
I apologize for this unsolicited advice Karen but I have witnessed the healing power of this ancient technology on my own body, mind and Soul.
May you continue to find your own way to peace, happiness and freedom.
wow!!! that was such a beautiful profoundly impactful share Karen. Thx you for inviting us all in to deeper relationship & hearing with you.
LOVE what happened when you shared about the birds with your family & how your whole body softened into interconnectedness/ relationship as you spoke from that deep place.
Awareness and anxiety: two actions that I live with every day. I have been in shoulder therapy for 15 months with a massage therapist who understands what anxiety does to my posture, muscles, and connective tissue. So part of my physical therapy includes time to first talk, check in, sometimes rant, and sometimes cry. She has made me aware of how I carry anxiety, and how decades of "shouldering" that nervous burden have misaligned my body's structural frame. Thanks for writing so honestly. I loved the image and observation that birds sing with their whole body.
Thank you so much for this. I've had stiffness in my jeck for a while. Some of it is because I read too much on my phone. Some is because I think I need a more supportive pillow. And some of it needs this same curiosity as you employed. It isn't bad but it could be if I ignored it. This piece has been really timely for me. Thank you. And I'm glad you are finding some relief.
Karen how powerful these words were to read "that enduring is different than allowing". I am thinking of you. With gratitude for all the beautiful pictures and words!
Always so inspiring to hear/read about your insights both internal and external, Karen. I hope the pain continues to dissolve and I hope your capacity to slow down serves you well. I understand that part, as I see it myself too -- going slowly, breathing deeply, listening to this precious body we live in ... all good stuff.
As always, just what I needed to hear when I needed to hear it. Your experiences -- both the joys and the sorrows, the peace and the pain -- never fail to feed me. And I loved your family-dinner companions' fascination with your "voice" on birds. We are so blessed to "eat at your table" of knowledgeable sharing every day! :-)
Thank you Lauren!
Your conclusions are very helpful, although I'm sorry you have to go through a painful journey to reach them. Your pictures are gorgeous and soothing. May the help and inspiration you provide to others be returned to you tenfold! Today I'm going to slow down, listen and remember to breathe.
Thank you Barbara! I know, I want to be able to sense more of what my body is telling me without the pain.
The turtle not only always wins the race, but also enjoys the journey.
Ha ha, well, this part of the journey is like walking over sharp rocks BUT it will level out.
A most relatable post, Karen! I imagined your post today being like your conversation with friends…in that case about birds. And just as you know that subject matter so well, your living with this pain and seeing contributing factors supported your writing today’s post. All the best, Karen.
Thank you Gary!
Good insights. Good advice. I also tend to always move fast. I like the idea of being more like a turtle. I hope your shoulder is feeling better already. Thank you 🙏🏼
Thank you Amy!
Karen, I applaud you for being the keen detective you have become. For me, yoga is the technology that best calms both my body and mind so that they can relax and heal each other. I have a simple 15 minute routine every morning upon rising that allows me to function pain free. You might consider finding a "gentle"yoga class with a seasoned and compassionate instructor and explore a technology that our modern world needs more than ever.
If you are the least bit interested, please read Donna Farhi's book: "Bringing Yoga to Life." On page 5 she beautifully writes: " ...the ancient practice of yoga does not pretend to be simple, quick, or easy. It is a practice that takes into account the very messy and often complex phenomenon of what we call a human being and the equally challenging task of everyday living. What Yoga does promise...is that through sincere, skillful, and consistent practice, "anyone" can become peaceful, happy and free."
A bold claim? I believe her.
I apologize for this unsolicited advice Karen but I have witnessed the healing power of this ancient technology on my own body, mind and Soul.
May you continue to find your own way to peace, happiness and freedom.
Thank you Clark!
Karen i hope you feel better soon.
Thank you David!
wow!!! that was such a beautiful profoundly impactful share Karen. Thx you for inviting us all in to deeper relationship & hearing with you.
LOVE what happened when you shared about the birds with your family & how your whole body softened into interconnectedness/ relationship as you spoke from that deep place.
with you on the journey 🙏💙
Thank you Kate!
Awareness and anxiety: two actions that I live with every day. I have been in shoulder therapy for 15 months with a massage therapist who understands what anxiety does to my posture, muscles, and connective tissue. So part of my physical therapy includes time to first talk, check in, sometimes rant, and sometimes cry. She has made me aware of how I carry anxiety, and how decades of "shouldering" that nervous burden have misaligned my body's structural frame. Thanks for writing so honestly. I loved the image and observation that birds sing with their whole body.
Oh what a beautiful therapist she is! Thank you Sue!
Lots of wisdom in this post. May you continue to follow the turtle path.
Thank you Leah!
Thank you so much for this. I've had stiffness in my jeck for a while. Some of it is because I read too much on my phone. Some is because I think I need a more supportive pillow. And some of it needs this same curiosity as you employed. It isn't bad but it could be if I ignored it. This piece has been really timely for me. Thank you. And I'm glad you are finding some relief.
Thank you Cali. I hope you find relief too!
What kind of flowers did you plant for your hummingbirds, Karen?
I planted salvia and cuphea in pots near the feeder.
Karen how powerful these words were to read "that enduring is different than allowing". I am thinking of you. With gratitude for all the beautiful pictures and words!
Thank you Linda. My friend was so wise with that one!