Awakening Self Blog
Aim for Wholeness
Instead of trying to become “better” – to “fix” what is “wrong” with you – the true path to healing and inner peace is to aim for wholeness.
Practicing Presence – A Visit with the Herd and the Land

A hot June morning. The sun was already bright and warm just before 10am. The road was a bit dusty, and as I drove up the hill I looked left to see if the herd was gathered around the Big Tree at the top of the hill. No sign of them. As I crested the top, I saw a couple horses in the downtown area and was pleased that the herd was right in front to greet me.
Reach for the Moon: Ardha Chandrasana
Summer is just around the corner.
With the growing daylight, you probably feel ready to expand your horizons. Yet the increasing heat may put a little damper on your explorations. Still, there’s no reason why you can’t open, expand, and play while cooling off from summer’s heat and intensity – and you don’t even need to hop into a pool!
Our Essence is in Emptiness
We’re so used to being busy, filling our lives with “doings” and filling our minds with thoughts and distraction. None of this is who we are – our Essence is found in our Emptiness.
Spring in Your Step (Yoga for the feet)
Winter may have left your feet feeling stiff and sluggish. Let this simple yoga practice awaken them and put spring into your step!
Holding Space for the Divine










