As promised, here's the slide:
“There is a vitality, a life force, a quickening that is translated through you into action, and there is only one of you in all time, this expression is unique, and if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium; and be lost. The world will not have it. It is not your business to determine how good it is, nor how it compares with other expression. It is your business to keep it yours clearly and directly, to keep the channel open. You do not even have to believe in yourself or your work. You have to keep open and aware directly to the urges that motivate you. Keep the channel open.” ~Martha Graham
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
A Strength I See in You - reflections
Last night, after our exercise, we shared some of the heartfelt experiences you had. As we didn't have much time to do this in class, we thought it would be nice to share more here about what you experienced and what you now know, that you didn't know before this exercise.
While we realize this is a public blog, we're sure there are some meaningful things you could post that would be of benefit to both you and to the others in our community.
During this week, make sure to try the exercise with others in your life, not in the formal way we did last night, but in an easy, natural way, by really listening to others, seeing them with your heart, sharing a strength you see in them, and maybe even asking them to tell you about a time when they felt on top of the world, when they were being true to who they know themselves to really be.
We look forward to anything you feel called to write, and to hearing more next week.
Hal & Julie
While we realize this is a public blog, we're sure there are some meaningful things you could post that would be of benefit to both you and to the others in our community.
During this week, make sure to try the exercise with others in your life, not in the formal way we did last night, but in an easy, natural way, by really listening to others, seeing them with your heart, sharing a strength you see in them, and maybe even asking them to tell you about a time when they felt on top of the world, when they were being true to who they know themselves to really be.
We look forward to anything you feel called to write, and to hearing more next week.
Hal & Julie
Week #9 - Be Ordinary
So, here we are. We've arrived at our last live-with, Be Ordinary. I know, after last night's wonderful experience of "The Strength I See In You" exercise, that you know being ordinary is no ordinary matter at all.
You shared your Essence with your classmates, and in turn, witnessed theirs. That is no ordinary experience. It is extraordinary. This is what our live-with is all about. Sharing your ordinariness with the world.
Take this week to do the inward-bound journey we spoke of last night. You now have all the tools you need to do this. You know you are creative, you heard all those strengths that were showered on you last night, and you have the courage to look within to those places long ago put into the shadow.
This looking within and seeing your own light doesn't have to be a serious matter. Let is be filled with curiosity and a true desire to know yourself as your highest Self. Remember from last night, it is right here in front of you. It's not hidden at all.
We look forward to reading about your experiences right here on the blog. This is our last week to post, so be brave and courageous and share your Selves with your community that truly now does see you with their hearts.
Hal & Julie
You shared your Essence with your classmates, and in turn, witnessed theirs. That is no ordinary experience. It is extraordinary. This is what our live-with is all about. Sharing your ordinariness with the world.
Take this week to do the inward-bound journey we spoke of last night. You now have all the tools you need to do this. You know you are creative, you heard all those strengths that were showered on you last night, and you have the courage to look within to those places long ago put into the shadow.
This looking within and seeing your own light doesn't have to be a serious matter. Let is be filled with curiosity and a true desire to know yourself as your highest Self. Remember from last night, it is right here in front of you. It's not hidden at all.
We look forward to reading about your experiences right here on the blog. This is our last week to post, so be brave and courageous and share your Selves with your community that truly now does see you with their hearts.
Hal & Julie
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