Yoga Bits
Morsels of yogic wisdom and information
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Oct. 10 - 16, 2011
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Shine Your Light
You matter more than you knowYour time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. -- Steve Jobs, founder of Apple About eight years ago, I had my first experience with an iPod. I was riding in a friend's car and I think I mentioned that I didn't really get the whole iPod thing. I didn't need another way to hear my music, CDs were fine. So she let me listen.  I prepared to be unimpressed. But hearing that song through those tiny earbuds was (for a reason I can't explain) totally cool! I started dancing around in the passenger's seat having a blast. I may have even squealed with delight. Judging by the look on my friend's face, the look on my face must have been something.
That incident occurred during the worst time of my life. I had suffered personal tragedy and had a complete breakdown. It had been months since I had felt inspired by or interested in anything. Yet this little gadget delighted me. It was pretty evident that anything that picked me up that much needed to be part of my incredibly miserable life. I got my own iPod soon after and I have loved it ever since. |
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Steve Jobs had no idea that his invention was the only thing that made me feel lighter at that time
at the darkest point in my life. I'm simply one of the millions of people who owns an Apple product. He could not have known that, other than medication, listening to a guided meditation through the earbuds was the only way I could fall asleep. He didn't know I was painting my way through my relentless anguish surrounded by an audio halo of Beethoven's "Ode to Joy." He didn't create the iPod so that I would have an unexpected, essential mode of relief.
But that's exactly what happened.
Steve Jobs, a college drop-out who was later fired from his own company, pursued his own vision and I, a shattered soul who would never know him personally, benefited. Talk about an unintended consequence, and it happened only because he followed his authentic, messy, crooked, individual path. Had he at any point rejected his intuition and fallen in line with the status quo, we would be living in the world a very different way. To hear the story in Jobs' own words, you can watch his 2005 Stanford University commencement speech here.
You cannot possibly know how many people you have and will affect during your brief, shining moment on this planet. You may see some of it through family, work or community, but you do not begin to comprehend your significance. The reach of your presence is far greater than you realize. Is it possible for you to believe that you are someone's Steve Jobs? You will probably never know it but somewhere in the world, someone needs you to be exactly who you are right now. So don't waste your time trying to live anyone else's life. |
 Yoga at the Armory: October 23
Armory Center for the Arts in Pasadena Community Class 10 to 11:30 a.m. $15 suggested fee ALL LEVELS WELCOME!
Armory Center for the Arts
Community Room
145 N. Raymond Ave.
Pasadena CA 91103
Parking & Directions
PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT & BLANKET. NONE ARE PROVIDED.
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Where to Park for FREE in North Hollywood
Complimentary! Gratis! On the house! The NoHo Arts District is growing, which is wonderful news for this "revitalized" neighborhood. It also means that free parking options have diminished dramatically due to increased demand. So here are the new instructions for free parking when you come to yoga at my home studio: Enter underground parking for The Lofts at NoHo Commons from Chandler Boulevard (cross street Fair, between Lankershim and Vineland). The signs will say "Resident Parking Only" but keep going. When you get to the bottom of the ramp, turn right into the Visitor Parking section. Park anywhere and dial 086 on the call box at the parking garage elevators. When I buzz you in, take the elevator to the 2nd Floor. Walk south across the courtyard (past the leasing office and the pool) toward the Weddington side of the building until you get to apartment 245. ALL GUESTS MUST ENTER THE BUILDING FROM THE NORTH SIDE OF THE BUILDING (CHANDLER BOULEVARD). THERE IS NO MORE GUEST ENTRY FROM THE SOUTH SIDE (WEDDINGTON STREET). |
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Classes for the Week of October 10
North Hollywood Thursday 7:30 p.m. Saturday 11 a.m. |
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CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
"Yoga" is a word that derives from the Sanskrit "jugat," which means to join together. The purpose of all yoga is to awaken consciousness. Various styles of yoga emphasize differing methods to achieve that awakening. No style of yoga is "better" or "worse" than another, they simply employ different methods for practice. Kundalini Yoga Kundalini yoga uses breath, sound and movement to create a awareness of and connection to mind, body and spirit. A typical class lasts 90 minutes. The session includes tuning in, warm up, a set of poses called a "kriya" designed by Yogi Bhajan for a specific effect (such as glandular balance or spinal flexibility), meditation, relaxation and closing. Hatha Yoga Hatha yoga is the most widely practiced form of yoga in the world. Hatha Yoga uses asana (postures) and conscious breathing in combination with mental focus to develop awareness, strength and flexibility, and relaxation. Poses and sequences common to Hatha yoga (such as sun salutations) are often part of the warm up for my Kundalini yoga classes. Private Classes Private classes at my studio are available by appointment for $75.00 per class. You will benefit from personalized yoga sets and meditation specific to your needs and/or requests, typically lasting 90 minutes. For an additional transportation fee (based on mileage), I am able to provide private instruction in your cat-free home. |
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POLICIES
Mat Space Reservations Space is limited to six mats per class in North Hollywood. For this reason, online reservations are required to attend. Online reservations are requested, but not required, at locations other than my home studio. Private classes are by appointment only. Please email me to ask questions or make an appointment. Cancellations Students who cancel their mat space reservation with less than 24-hour notice will be asked to pay the full class fee. No charge for cancellations with more than 24-hours notice. Private Classes Private classes at my studio are available by appointment for $75.00 per class. You will benefit from personalized yoga sets and meditation specific to your needs and/or requests, typically lasting 90 minutes. For an additional transportation fee (based on mileage), I am able to provide private instruction in your cat-free home. |
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