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personaldiary · 3 months

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January is for exploring new hobbies and discovering aspects of yourself in all areas of life 🫶🏻

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yogadaily · 4 months

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(via Magic infinity | Bali vacation, Bali retreat, Bali travel || Curated with love by yogadaily)

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know-the-self · 11 months

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YOU ARE THE UNIVERSE

What you do is what the whole universe is doing at the place you call "here and now," and you are something the whole universe is doing in the same way that a wave is something that the whole ocean is doing.

You are a function of what the whole universe is doing in the same way that a wave is a function of what the whole ocean is doing.

You didn't come into this world; you came out of it. Like a wave from the ocean.

We do not "come into" this world; we come out of it, as leaves from a tree. As the ocean "waves," the universe "peoples."

Every individual is an expression of the whole realm of nature, a unique action of the total universe.

You are an aperture through which the universe is looking at and exploring itself.

Through our eyes, the universe is perceiving itself. Through our ears, the universe is listening to its harmonies.

We are the witnesses through which the universe becomes conscious of its glory, of its magnificence.

You, yourself, are the eternal energy which appears as this Universe.

The real you is not a puppet which life pushes around. The real deep-down you is the whole universe.

Basically, there is simply nothing to worry about, because you yourself are the eternal energy of the universe.

You are the universe experiencing itself.

-Alan Watts (Selected Quotes)

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samuwhal · 1 year

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We need to change how we talk about self-help techniques.

By self-help techniques, I’m talking about: grounding, mindfulness, meditation, breathing exercises, physical activity, and--the big one--yoga. I have struggled with my mental health since I was fifteen, and just now, I am realizing how much these things can actually help. I am almost twenty-six years old, and I will have been in therapy for ten years this fall. Let me tell you, I have spent so much of that time renouncing these tools. Recently, though I’ve realized that: holy shit, they can really work...but man they are offered to struggling people in the worst possible light.

TL;DR: Just because suggestions about ways to manage mental illness are framed as “you have to try it or you want to be sick” doesn’t mean that they can’t actually work or that you are invalidating yourself by trying or being helped by them. Featuring personal anecdotes and a boat metaphor.

I know I am not alone in that the idea of these techniques and exercises just made my skin crawl. They made me feel vulnerable in a way which really scared me, they felt impossible to initiate in the moments needed most, and--ultimately--they felt incredibly diminutive. Think about it: people getting sucked into rapids will drown cursing your name if all you do is insist they have to “ride the wave.” “Fuck you.”

When I began taking anti-depressants, it was not without a fight. I’m lucky; my parents were willing and able to put me in therapy as soon as I asked. But with medication, they were concerned it was a shortcut, that I would be on pills for the rest of my life, and that the chemicals would change me and do “the work” for me, as if this was an issue of character development and not brain malfunction. Why wouldn’t I just do something relaxing when I was upset? Why wasn’t I leaning more into my spirituality? Why wasn’t I letting anything else help me?

And that’s the problem! I tried to explain that I would be able to use those techniques easier if medication brought my overall symptoms down. You wouldn’t expect me to paddle upstream against a tsunami, but I could feasibly make progress against a strong current. Even at that point, if I go over rapids, I want a fucking life jacket, not somebody with their feet firmly planted on the riverbank shouting, “Try yoga!” Though I of course continued therapy in addition to medicine, I still resisted any advice having to do with self-help because of that sentiment.

To be clear, I’m still very pro-medication and for eliminating that stigma. Really, though, when somebody is having such debilitating symptoms--emotions--that they feel like they are getting pulled underwater and gasping for air, it’s not fair that the solution could be something as effortless as breathing in while counting until it’s better. That sounds like bullshit. Mental illness physically hurts, but to outsiders, it’s all in your head, and it would be fine if only you could step back and appreciate how good you have it. If “mindfulness” works, then maybe those people are right, and that can’t be true. It hurts too much to be true.

However, I want you to know that your struggles won’t be any less legitimate if something simple actually does end up helping. I have two stories here:

1. Last year, after wanting to start for ages, I finally began exercising: just going to the gym a couple of times a week. My goal was only to feel better in my body, not really to do anything for myself mentally. I even hired a personal trainer to write work-out routines for me to follow, both to hold myself accountable (I won’t skip if I’m paying someone) and just so I wouldn’t be totally lost the second I walked in. But I have felt so many unexpected mental benefits, as well:

Getting my heart rate and breathing elevated--and continuing to exert myself through it--has kept me steadier when anxiety starts to set in. I feel more confident knowing that I can lift heavy things, run distances, and because I did something productive. I’m not stress or bored-eating, not necessarily because I’m afraid I’ll “put the calories back,” but because I’m simply more regulated. I have been sleeping better since pushing my muscles has reduced my lower back pain. I don’t procrastinate showering if I’ve just gotten back from the gym. When I sit down to schoolwork, I focus easier if I had exercised. Something something endorphins. I know I’m starting to sound like a “bro,” but the point is that these are huge benefits to exercising that just don’t get mentioned by the people crudely suggesting that it will fix your depression.

2. A couple of months ago, I was having a bad night, and the “don’t believe any negative thoughts about yourself after 10 p.m.” rule had gone out the window. I did what many of us have taught ourselves to do and asked for a lifeline: I texted my girlfriend in the same room (because vocalizing it was too hard) asking if she would come over to sit with me. I didn’t even realize I was having an anxiety attack, but she did. At first, I felt too frozen and in-pain when she asked me to sit up from clutching the fetal position. Instrumentally, though, she said that she wanted to help, but I had to help myself, too. She was throwing me a ring, but I had to swim and meet her halfway. I sat up.

She held me and led me through a “find five things in the room” exercise, and fuck me: it helped. No, I wasn’t cured. I’m still not. But this broke my self-destructive loop, and I was able to go to sleep relaxed. This was an epiphany for me. I could have provided myself this tool, this comfort, the entire ten years I’ve been dealing with this shit! Instead, I’ve just been enduring it, hoping against everything pulling me down that--instead of drowning--I’ll eventually kick the riverbed where it’s shallow enough to stand.

When self-help techniques are offered to mentally ill people, they tend to be used as a “gotcha:” you could easily be better, if only you wanted to try. To be completely fair, this isn’t always the meaning. However, it only takes a couple of those microaggressions to ensure you shut down when your therapist or a concerned loved one asks if you've tried "grounding” before.

Please, take it from me: these tools aren’t just leaky arm floats that people who never even needed to learn how to swim offer just to feel better as they watch you struggle. They are a life jacket to keep you afloat when you tip, a wider paddle to outrun the rapids, a better rudder and tiller so you can actually steer, a bailing bucket for when things get dicey, or pontoons so you won’t tip so readily. Trying self-help techniques doesn’t disclaim what you’re going through, they just might make it more bearable.

And you’re worth that.

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heysoulsistahh · 1 year

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The OOTD that nobody asked for ✌🏼☺️👽

#me #ootd #pero like que cute right?#bury me in yoga pants tbh #also I need more reflective tops

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embracingspirit · 8 months

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The Final Quarter

Self-reflection is a humbling process. It’s essential to find out why you think, say, and do certain things…. then better yourself. It’s been a little quiet on here since I have been swamped with teaching, gardening, and I also completed a 30 days of yoga series this month. We are headed into the final quarter of the year and I find it’s a good time to reflect on your beginning of the year…

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#30 days of yoga #Adaptive Yoga #awareness #Essential Oils #happiness #health #healthy #healthy living #life #Love #meditation #Mindfulness #reflections #truth #vulnerability #wellness #word of the year #Yoga #yoga practice

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jimcaron · 1 year

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Piggy the Cat - A disciple of nature, is true to the heart. Piggy does not judge, but loves, he is a cat, a very unique cat. His understanding is most always couched in metaphor, but then, that is the way of most great philosophers. Piggy awaits you in his enlightening book “A Disciple Of Nature - Piggy the Cat”, his full color book on Amazon for $8.95. Go to: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHC39JV1

#newbook #my cats #piggythecat #discipleofnature #philosophy #spirituality #catpictures #yoga #meditation #enlightenment #reflection #catsofinstagram #coolcats #jimcaron

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kinoyoga · 2 years

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In our world of over sharing and all too public personas, sometimes quiet and introspection are the path far too little traveled. There is something to be said (pun intended) about remaining quiet and letting things process internally before blasting things out in a giant megaphone. It takes time for the heat of the moment to settle and wisdom to be revealed. If we just react from our past habits what hope will we have for changing our behavior and evolving? I practice yoga because yoga is a spiritual path that promises liberation of the mind, spirit and soul. It is in moments of difficulty that all my training applies. What do you when facing a challenge? Do you share immediately or do you give yourself time to process? Keep practicing 🙏 #yogilife #yoga #yogalife #yogawisdom #awakening #reflection #meditation #sunset #miami (at Miami Beach, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CeelEB0uJU8/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#yogilife #yoga #yogalife #yogawisdom #awakening #reflection #meditation #sunset #miami

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lalocreativity · 2 years

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Committing to yourself is priority number one. 💗

I had been feeling stiff, stressed and depressed in my body and mind. I figured, it's past time to commit to beginner yoga again.

So, wish me well on this journey.

What do you do to keep your mind and body well?

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#healing #yoga #change #motivation #inspiration #dailypost #reflection #mind #body #health #wellness #fitness #physical activity

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snailwriter · 1 year

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I know this sounds cliche but Solar Power by Lorde really does hit differently. I used to think I was so different and no one understood me and now all I want to do is swim and do yoga and wear silly athleisure will I drink tea and cook.

Life is good. Healing is good.

#solar power #lorde #healing #yoga #just reflecting on life I guess #burnout

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personaldiary · 7 months

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Prioritizing sleep by having a calming bedtime routine.Eating healthily with fresh foods and whole grains.Staying hydrated with at least 8 glasses of water daily.Regular exercise to boost my mood and reduce stress.Mindfulness practices like meditation and deep breathing. Learning to set boundaries and say 'no' when necessary.Enjoying time in nature to relax.Maintaining connections with loved ones for support.Taking breaks to limit screen time and reduce digital fatigue.Engaging in hobbies like reading and cultivating a personal interest or passion.Seeking professional help when dealing with mental health issues.Keeping my space organized to reduce stress.Practicing gratitude by keeping a journal.Exploring relaxation techniques that work for me.Never hesitating to reach out for help when facing challenges. Spending quality time with pets, finding comfort and joy in their company.Setting and achieving personal goals, which gives me a sense of purpose and accomplishment.

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yogadaily · 2 months

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(via King Pigeon Yoga Pose on the Beach || Curated with love by yogadaily)

#natarajasana #seaside #sunset #reflection #yoga #yogi #yogini #yoga daily #manifesting #fitness #health and fitness #asana #yoga poses #motivation #inspiration #Aesthetic

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know-the-self · 6 months

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Swami Sarvapriyananda speaks on the Advaita Makaranda – The Nectar of Non-duality – of Sri Lakshmidhara Kavi.

The text points to our present experience – the experience of the ordinary soul – and shows how the highest truth is revealed even here, if only we look.

Precise and direct pointers.

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sanstropfremir · 2 years

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to the anon with the rant about how young groups are debuting idols you're completely right in being like it's way more frequent now. 3rd gen had it's fair share of minors but with 4th gen especially in larger companies being over 18-19 is almost seen as "too old". A lot of 3rd gen artists have mentioned how there's a industry shift to idols getting younger and younger & I can't remember names but there's been some idols who debuted post 20 and have said that they've been told they were too old.

i don't really have anything else to add other than i think a.c.e took some flak at debut about being 'old' as well, and that was in 2017

#tbh i do not keep track of things like this usually so i'm not going to know specifics either #i mean it is reflective of wider trends on social media as well so it's unfortunately not that surprising. but it is troubling #and not to mention deeply fucked up #anyways putting this out bc im about to go do some yoga before i have a stress breakdown (for unrelated reasons dw)#text #answers

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nathandulce · 2 years

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This has been my first official solo trip in years. It's a trip I almost never took because I was so afraid and unsure of how it would turn out, but I am glad I decided to go ahead with it.

Granted, I did face some challenges (more on that another time) but overall, it turned out to be a great trip.

It also gave me time to do some thinking and reflecting (there was no wifi at the resort where I stayed, and the TV had like, one channel, I am not even kidding) and the whole process of just sleeping, waking and thinking/reflecting while listening to my favourite songs felt really restorative for the soul.

My cluttered mind feels a little better now, the world feels a little better.

#mount kinabalu #malaysia #outdoor photography #nature #nature photography #mountains #mountain #quotes #meditation #yoga #self reflection #self care #travel #sabah #kundasang #solo travel #solo trip

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ruggedtrailsnepal · 2 years

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Reflection! #Mountains #Himalayas #trekking_in_nepal #adventure #adventure_travel_company_nepal #nepal #Travel #nature #hike #yoga #reflection #Photography #annapurna #pokhara #nepalviaje #nepalnow #hikewithusinnepal #ruggedtrailsnepal (at Rugged Trails Nepal) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc9mzzkpwss/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#mountains #himalayas #trekking_in_nepal #adventure #adventure_travel_company_nepal #nepal #travel #nature #hike #yoga #reflection #photography #annapurna #pokhara #nepalviaje #nepalnow #hikewithusinnepal #ruggedtrailsnepal

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