  | | Coming Back to Center in a Relationship |
by Madisyn Taylor Anyone in a long-term relationship knows that the dance of intimacy involves coming together and moving apart. Early in a relationship, intense periods of closeness are important in order to establish the ground of a new union. Just as a sapling needs a lot more attention than a full-grown tree, budding relationships demand time and attention if they are to fully take root. Once they become more established, the individuals in the union begin to turn their attention outward again, to the other parts of their lives that matter, such as work, family, and friendships. This is natural and healthy. Yet, if a long-term relationship is to last, turning towards one another recurrently, with the same curiosity, attention, and nurturance of earlier times, is essential.
In a busy and demanding world full of obligations and opportunities, we sometimes lose track of our primary relationships, thinking they will tend to themselves. We may have the best intentions when we think about how nice it would be to surprise our partner with a gift or establish a weekly date night. Yet somehow, life gets in the way. We may think that our love is strong enough to survive without attention. Yet even mature trees need water and care if they are to thrive.
One of the best ways to nourish a relationship is through communication. If you feel that a distance has grown between you and your partner, you may be able to bridge the gap by sharing how you feel. Do your best to avoid blame and regret. Focus instead on the positive, which is the fact that you want to grow closer together. Sometimes, just acknowledging that there is distance between you has the effect of bringing the relationship into balance. In other cases, more intense effort and attention may be required. You may want to set aside time to talk and come up with solutions together. Remember to have compassion for each other. You're in the same boat together and trying to maintain the right balance of space and togetherness to keep your relationship healthy and thriving. Express faith and confidence in each other, and enjoy the slow dance of intimacy that can resume between the two of you. |
DailyOM Course Spotlight by Jannine Murray If you are a woman I know you want one thing: To love yourself and love your body, inside and out. But how? With this 21 day course you will invite the most powerful force in the universe into your daily practice: Love! It is only with self-love that you will transform, lose weight and heal the root issue of your body's weight gain and imbalance for good! You do not need to suffer anymore. You are a goddess! My journey to self-love hasn't been easy, but I have one motivating factor, and that is helping women like you. These last few years I have really been able to dial down to the root issues of my weight gain, hormone imbalance, cravings, emotional eating and binging, insomnia, feelings of unworthiness and shame, and pull away a lot of what was weighing me down in all my bodies -- emotional, mental, physical, spiritual and psychic. I see this as a gift, as I have now pulled all these lessons, combined them with my 15 yea! rs of experience, and a lifetime of passion, and put it all into my new 21 day body empowerment program.
Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. A Year to Clear What is Holding You Back!
2. 21 Day Yoga Body!
3. A Year of Rumi
4. 21 Day Yoga Shred
5. 8 Week Whole Body Makeover!
6. Heal Yourself with Writing
7. Break the Grip of Past Lovers
8. Reinventing The Body, Resurrecting the Soul
9. Protect Yourself from Control Dramas
10. You are a Badass at Habits
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 | | A Show of Love | Cancer Horoscope December 29, 2016 Loving feelings may prompt you to express your adoration for your friends and family today. You may be inspired to buy store-bought gifts for your loved ones, tell a friend how much they mean to you, or gather the people you care about around you in order to articulate your appreciation through interpersonal contact. The intensity of your emotions may compel you to look for ways to be more demonstrative where your emotions are concerned. This can be a wonderful time to put your thoughts into words in loving or friendly letters or be particularly generous with physical affection. Your loved ones will likely respond positively to your expressions of adulation today, making their reciprocal feelings clear as they bask in the warmth of your caring.
Demonstrating the depth of your emotion through affectionate words and gestures reinforces the bond of love you share with the people you care about. When we approach our relationships in a wholly rational way, our loved ones feel esteemed and respected but not truly cherished. Earnest displays of affection touch the heart in ways that no logic-based proclamation of love ever can. Each act of devotion you commit is a way of articulating how important a place your loved ones occupy in your heart and how vital a role they play in your life. The people dearest to you will always feel treasured and the weight of your embrace will linger long after you and they have parted. The more you openly express your feelings today, the closer your relationships will become.
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DailyOM Course Spotlight by Jannine Murray If you are a woman I know you want one thing: To love yourself and love your body, inside and out. But how? With this 21 day course you will invite the most powerful force in the universe into your daily practice: Love! It is only with self-love that you will transform, lose weight and heal the root issue of your body's weight gain and imbalance for good! You do not need to suffer anymore. You are a goddess! My journey to self-love hasn't been easy, but I have one motivating factor, and that is helping women like you. These last few years I have really been able to dial down to the root issues of my weight gain, hormone imbalance, cravings, emotional eating and binging, insomnia, feelings of unworthiness and shame, and pull away a lot of what was weighing me down in all my bodies -- emotional, mental, physical, spiritual and psychic. I see this as a gift, as I have now pulled all these lessons, combined them with my 15 yea! rs of experience, and a lifetime of passion, and put it all into my new 21 day body empowerment program.
Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. A Year to Clear What is Holding You Back!
2. 21 Day Yoga Body!
3. A Year of Rumi
4. 21 Day Yoga Shred
5. 8 Week Whole Body Makeover!
6. Heal Yourself with Writing
7. Break the Grip of Past Lovers
8. Reinventing The Body, Resurrecting the Soul
9. Protect Yourself from Control Dramas
10. You are a Badass at Habits
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 | | Being Fully Present |
by Madisyn Taylor When we are fully present, we offer our whole selves to whatever it is that we are doing. Our attention, our integrity, and our energy are all focused in the moment and on the task at hand. This is a powerful experience, and when we are in this state, we feel completely alive and invigorated. This kind of aliveness comes easily when we are absorbed in work or play that we love, but it is available to us in every moment, and we can learn to summon it regardless of what we are doing. Even tasks or jobs we don't enjoy can become infused with the light of being present. The more present we are, the more meaningful our entire lives become.
Next time you find yourself fully engaged in the moment, whether you are making art, trying to solve an interesting puzzle, or talking to your best friend, you may want to take a moment to notice how you feel. You may observe that you are not thinking about what you need to do next, your body feels like it's pleasantly humming, or your brain feels tingly. As you enjoy the feeling of being located entirely in the present moment, you can inform yourself that you may try to recall this feeling later. You might try this while driving home or getting ready for bed, allowing yourself to be just as engaged in that experience as you were in the earlier one.
The more we draw ourselves into the present moment, the more we honor the gift of our lives, and the more we honor the people around us. When we are fully present, we give and receive aliveness in equal measure. For today, try to be fully present in your daily activities and watch a new reality open for you. |
DailyOM Course Spotlight by Sadie Nardini So many weight loss and fitness plans are inherently flawed. They work on part of you, so they only partially work! When it comes to finally losing weight for good, having a lean, toned, and most importantly, a whole, healthy body, mind and heart that lasts a lifetime, you need look no further than yoga! Along with the teachings of yoga, or the art of living in balance, comes a map for how to stop sabotaging your best efforts, drop pounds, and transform into your best body--and beyond. If you're seeking weight loss, increased strength, muscle tone, flexibility, more energy, less stress, total happiness and much more, you can now have it in only 21 days or less! In just 21 days, you'll learn exactly how to move, think and eat for total body transformation with Sadie's super-easy poses, tips and secrets. You'll free yourself from cycles of over (or under) eating, lack of exercise motivation or feeling out of control in any a! spect of your life. You'll be able to lose weight and maintain it, amplify your confidence, and gain precious insights about how to get, and keep, in control of your fitness on every level.
Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. A Year to Clear What is Holding You Back!
2. 21 Day Yoga Body!
3. A Year of Rumi
4. 8 Week Whole Body Makeover!
5. 21 Day Yoga Shred
6. Heal Yourself with Writing
7. Break the Grip of Past Lovers
8. Reinventing The Body, Resurrecting the Soul
9. Protect Yourself from Control Dramas
10. You are a Badass at Habits
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| | A Foundation of Togetherness | Cancer Horoscope December , 2016 You may have difficulty feeling close to your loved ones today. This sense of disconnectedness can lead to feelings of isolation if you allow your mental separation to become a rift between you and the people you care about. The simplest way to move past this issue is to take the initiative by calling, visiting, or writing to your family and friends. You will likely find that your loneliness is eased and your ability to bond is restored once you have reached out and made loving contact. You may have to make an effort to take part in social situations and to start conversations with the people with whom you wish to regain intimacy. In reconnecting with your loved ones today, you may discover that they were just as eager as you to reestablish contact.
Staying emotionally linked to your loved ones is easy when you make the conscious decision to maintain your connection through communication. Since the modern world is so hectic, interpersonal relationships are often the first aspect of our lives to be sacrificed when we face looming deadlines and overwhelming obligations. When you take time out of your schedule to positively engage the people you care about, the bonds you share are strengthened. The reality of the love you give and receive each time you speak to or spend time with the important people in your life will keep feelings of isolation at bay while nourishing your soul. The bond you share with your loved ones will be renewed today when you reach out to them with affection. |
DailyOM Course Spotlight by Sadie Nardini So many weight loss and fitness plans are inherently flawed. They work on part of you, so they only partially work! When it comes to finally losing weight for good, having a lean, toned, and most importantly, a whole, healthy body, mind and heart that lasts a lifetime, you need look no further than yoga! Along with the teachings of yoga, or the art of living in balance, comes a map for how to stop sabotaging your best efforts, drop pounds, and transform into your best body--and beyond. If you're seeking weight loss, increased strength, muscle tone, flexibility, more energy, less stress, total happiness and much more, you can now have it in only 21 days or less! In just 21 days, you'll learn exactly how to move, think and eat for total body transformation with Sadie's super-easy poses, tips and secrets. You'll free yourself from cycles of over (or under) eating, lack of exercise motivation or feeling out of control in any a! spect of your life. You'll be able to lose weight and maintain it, amplify your confidence, and gain precious insights about how to get, and keep, in control of your fitness on every level.
Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. A Year to Clear What is Holding You Back!
2. 21 Day Yoga Body!
3. A Year of Rumi
4. 8 Week Whole Body Makeover!
5. 21 Day Yoga Shred
6. Heal Yourself with Writing
7. Break the Grip of Past Lovers
8. Reinventing The Body, Resurrecting the Soul
9. Protect Yourself from Control Dramas
10. You are a Badass at Habits
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