A year of discovery

Spirituality
#1

Over the past 12 months I have: saved the life of my best friend and kept him close for months until he found his footing; found a way to save my marriage of 15 years and through that became a better man, husband, and father; and began clearing a path to a brand new future.

I have listened to the quiet voices that whisper the truth, and the loud shouts from the universe above. I have learned to meditate and discovered the chakras and their role finding balance. Many members of this forum, knowingly or unknowingly, have held a light over my path revealing some of those things that lurk in the shadows.

I have learned to shift my asana practice out of autopilot, and use the asanas effectively. I now know the importance of a simple back bend, or shoulder stand. One year ago my shoulders were still frozen solid - now I am able to bind in many positions.

I will use this opportunity to thank you for sharing these insights with me, and may the road rise with all of you in the coming calendar year. I have still a long way to go.

How was your year?

#2

For me, 2010 really sucked. The silver lining is that I have nowhere to go but up (I think and hope).

It’s wonderful that you were able to help a friend in need. I hope I can be such a friend if/when similar circumstances arise.

#3

2010 like many years had its ups and downs and I guess overall it ended balanced or at least close to it.

Basically I have got up at least one more time than I have fallen down so it?s all good

Or I could just say what I have said to many in person ?It can?t be all that bad because I am still standing upright and not taking a dirt nap? :smiley:

#4

My year started off pretty shaky (well really grim actually), but with some focus ended pretty well :slight_smile:

#5

in 2010 I grew in confidence in my abilities, and moved to a better job as a result. I learned that I can fit in anywhere, it just takes time to adjust and learn to “play the game” that gets you accepted, while still remaining true to myself. Actually, the last bit is a work in progress, as I’ve often folded and bent to the will of others all my life. But through being me, I was first candidate for the promotion.

I became depressed, and realized that what I have been doing in my relationships is not serving me, and is not serving my happiness. As a result, I am searching within and watching without to determine exactly what has caused me to feel so unhappy, while doing those things that lend to my overall happiness and satisfaction with my life and relationships.

for 2011, I intend to continue my journey back up to the light, and to the joy that I am missing. I know that it is all me, I have to do it, and it’s not the fault of anyone else but me and my choices and reactions.

2011 is going to be a very interesting, growing year for me. Things could get hairy as I break out of old molds that others expect me to remain in. :slight_smile:

#6

2010 was a year of mixed blessings for me. My husband and I struggled with his possible diagnosis of Huntington’s disease which is fatal 100% of the time. The DNA test came back negative, thankfully, but his illness still remains a mystery to all. There was a subsequent domino effect with many other struggles and the dark cloud of depression overtook me. I found strength to get help and as a result reclaimed myself and my life. It has not been easy. Joanna 63, I understand where you were and where you are now!

But this year has been equally wonderful too. I’ve developed some wonderful friendships that have helped me to uncover some things about me, good and not so good. I’ve deepened my yoga practice and have a wonderful new understanding/insight because of one such friend. My students have so benefited from this. I am forever grateful and humbled.

2011 promises to be an interesting year and right now, here in this moment I can honestly say that I have no expectations. Each moment will be lived to the fullest while being mindful of NOW!

An incredible journey to say the least…

#7

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