As children, we were often told as we dashed out of the back door and onto a new adventure, “Be careful!” Essentially, we were being asked to be aware—to pay attention. Essentially, we were being asked to soften, open, and receive. In life, we practice receptivity when we are courteous; we allow for ease and … More Practicing Presence

A new season is upon us… we’re smiling and taking in the sun, which seems brighter and warmer every day. There is so much to notice within the flow from winter to spring. Every inch of nature is softening and opening and getting ready to spring to life after many months of dormancy. Our world offers … More Softening to Your World

Our Week 4 practice brings awareness to three powerful qualities: soft, open, and receptive. We might also consider these choices: softening, opening, and receiving. These are very powerful choices. We begin with the breath. While we receive  oxygen on every inhale, all day and all night, sometimes consciously and sometimes unconsciously, becoming intimate with this occurrence … More Soften, Open, and Receive