BREATHE N BOUNCE

EPISODE CXII: THE ANATOMY OF A VENDETTA

We all experience very fierce fights with family members, loved ones, friends, etc.  The trick is to understand that a disagreement should be just that,  There should be respect and love in every situation but tensions can boil and make it very hard to see it that way and make it personal.  I look at my own experiences in this piece, and talk about what I think will work as I am trying to apply it now.  I hope you have lots of love in your life, but remember it starts with you.
 

EPISODE CXI: THE WANTING AND THE PATIENCE

We want things, yes.  Nothing wrong with that.  However when we start putting ourselves in bad positions where we hurt others and ourselves to get them, it becomes a big problem.  Sometimes its best to just wait for somethings.  We don't want to do nothing.  However the universe may let us know through some signs that its not the right time.  We have to listen.  The reward could be much more fulfilling if we do.

EPISODE CX: THE ATTACK FROM WITHIN

There is nothing worse than fighting an invisible enemy.  Especially when it's yourself.  I have suffered from panic attacks for a long time and have learn slowly but surely how to recover from them.  Mandy Flannery, owner of the Teal Yogi talks about the road that led her to confront these wretched tricks our brains play on us, and how her yoga programs help people get through them.

EPISODE CVIX: THE ENERGY OF THE PROPHECY

Where attention goes energy flows is the old saying.  I have learned over the years it's very true.  Trying to find positive energy can be difficult until you realize it is within you.  Building self sabotaging behaviors which lead to self fulfilling prophecies is never fun.  Keep your eyes locked on the prize and know you will get there within time.

EPISODE CVIII: TAKE A TRIP

Oh how we all yearn for time away as I am going away this week.  I celebrate that for myself and talk about the importance of everyone taking time out to enjoy life.  I also provide yoga treat and Disney tips as well.  Just call me Breathe and Bounce and travel I guess,

EPISODE CVII: THE DAMAGE

When we hurt others, it takes such a toll on everyone involved.  Especially in a family setting.  The hurt doesn't just go away so we need to take this as a chance to find our best selves and learn how not to do things like this again.  This is a current battle of mine and I have had to take responsibility for my actions, pay the price, and do the work.  We all need to do this together, especially when we really hurt someone close to us.

EPISODE CVI: GET A HOLD OF YOURSELF MAN!

We don't have control over much one would say, but ourselves in much more than much.  Learning that our reactions, emotions, and reactions can be controlled with some help and motivation.  Learning how to control ourselves is the ultimate gift we can give ourselves.  It will enhance our lives ten fold.

EPISODE CV: UNSAFE SAFETY

Everyone loves to live life with no problems or no issues.  However, we need issues to help challenge us and shape us for more challenges ahead.  We should use yoga as a tool not only to find our edge physically but mentally.  I talk about the danger of living a sheltered life in the suburbs or anywhere else for that matter.

EPISODE CIV: IMPERMANENCE IS NOT IMPOSSIBLE

Today I talk about the idea that you don't have to live with sad icky feelings forever.  They will not be permanent as nothing really is in life.  It important to incorporate this into your daily practice, however it is also crucial to remember the good and positive things go away as well.  So we have to learn how to be here now to enjoy every second, and learn from the seconds as well.

EPISODE CIII: AND LEAD US NOT INTO TEMPTATION

When we make solid decisions, there is always something that taps on the shoulder that says no no no.  This is not good for you.  This will destroy you.  Well, we have to tell something to piss off and make our decisions and stick with them.  The temptation to be comfortable is definitely there, but we must go forward and embrace discomfort, as change comes with it.