Grounding through connection

Written By Lisa Vratny-Smith

I have spent a good deal of the past few months protecting myself from the political chaos by keeping my brain busy through various means. I recently realized that in doing so I have disconnected from the benefits of stillness and silence. While this was originally a useful protective measure, it has become a hindrance to my connection with both myself and nature.

This week I have returned to the practice of starting my day with some deep breaths, listening to the sounds of the morning, and spending a few moments standing in the light of the sun. Rather than escaping into the sights and sounds others have created, I am reconnecting with the sights and sounds of my own life. These brief mindful practices have shifted my perspective and created a greater sense of groundedness.

Remembering that we can set the tone for our lives each day is empowering. In spite of the chaos going on around us, we can choose ourselves, choose to pause and ground ourselves in the moment, and choose to engage with the world on our own terms.

This Saturday is a Full Moon in Libra also known as the Pink Moon. It brings the opportunity for balance and healing. The tumultuous energies of the recent eclipses may have left a lingering sense of unease, which we now have a chance to address and heal. Read more about this full moon energy at Forever Conscious or The Power Path.

Please join our me for Saturday Morning Yoga online to connect, listen to our bodies, and care for them with lovingkindness and join me in person or virtually for a Spring Full Moon Sound Bath Saturday afternoon at 3 MT.

For all of the EDUCATORS starting the final quarter of the school year, I encourage you begin planning how you will rest and rejuvenate over the summer. Andra Brill and I would be honored to have you join us at Drala Mountain Center for the Mindfulness for Educators Retreat June 22-26. It is a wonderful opportunity to allow your cup to be refilled.

My friend Michelle Voeller of Natural Harmony, LLC is offering wonderful seasonal women’s retreats in Carolina Beach, NC in June and September. I attended last fall and it was a lovely experience. If you are looking for a nurturing beach retreat, these are for you!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Remember to check out the FTBW Gear page and order your Finding the Balance Within, LLC logo gear. I love mine! Get yours and join the fun!

I would love to offer you an individual or group Reiki and/or Sound Healing session to support your own wellness journey. Contact me for scheduling options - lisa@findingthebalancewithin.com. Gift certificates to share with others are also available.

As always feel free to practice with previous recordings of Saturday Morning Classes as well as Evening Chair Yoga on my Youtube channel. You may also enjoy a growing variety of meditations I have available on the Insight Timer app that you can access for free, the latest is a Chakra Clearing Sound Bath. I’d appreciate your offering a rating on the meditations as well. Additionally, my friend Kate continues to offer live online classes Monday and Wednesday mornings from katekelly.yoga.

May you be safe, may you be happy, may you be healthy, may you live with ease. ~ Lisa ♥️

Lisa Vratny-Smith
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