Inspired by Earth Newsletter, Issue #30! February 2019

layers of love
"Sanskrit has ninety-six words for love; ancient Persian has eighty; Greek three; and English simply one."  - Robert Johnson, The Fisher King and The Handless Maiden.

The number of Sanskrit words for the English word "love" may be up for debate; Elyse Poppers wrote a book listing 267 Sanskrit words for love. Regardless of the number, there are definitely more words for love than  we embrace in English. And each one takes on a different meaning relative to the context of the sentence in which they are used. In English, we seem to attach adjectives to this all important word. We might say brotherly love or romantic love, but I do sense a diminishment of the noun they adhere to.

For February, I thought we would focus on a different adjective-noun connection: that of self-love. In my opinion, self-love is the most important facet of love when referencing the heart chakra energy center.

Buddha said, "“You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection”. 

Note: he did not say "you yourself...deserve love and affection." He said YOUR love and affection. Why is that so difficult to give? Your homework for the month of February is to look in the mirror each morning, eye to eye, and say, "(your name), I love you." It may seem awkward; it may seem ridiculous. I am hopeful, by the end of the month, it feels second nature.

“Low self-esteem is like driving through life with your hand-break on.” – Maxwell Maltz

We had to tap our brakes as the January jester of winter tossed ice our way causing our caution upon the sidewalks and roads. But, energetically, I encourage you to release your hand-brake on Life and be receptive to what new experiences you may encounter.
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Yoga Class Schedule/Workshops
*Gentle/Restorative classes every Wednesday evening from 6-7:15pm.
Healing Arts Metaphysical, 4 E Wilson Street, Batavia (parking lot in back)
All Levels, Walk-ins, $15

*Gentle/Restorative classes every Sunday from 10-11:15am.
Healing Arts Metaphysical, 4 E Wilson Street, Batavia (parking lot in back)
All Levels, Walk-ins, $15

*Inspired Vinyasa (Level 1), Tuesday's 10-11:15am, 1 E Benton St,, Aurora, downstairs. Parking in back or on street. $12/class, walk-in, all levels. Even more exciting, I will be making a monthly donation to the Aurora Food Pantry as part of the agreement for using this space.  Work out, find peace and give back all at the same time!
 
Reiki Sessions, Reiki Classes and Angel Card Readings are available as you need.
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YOGA FIELD TRIPS!!!
*Board and Brush Oswego
Date: March 15  6:30-9:30pm
We will be able to make and design our own board signs and we can each pick the one we want to do! Look at the Gallery pics ahead of time. When you sign up, you must indicate which sign you want to make. You will be asked whom you want to sit with,,,type Sandra's Yoga Group. The cost is $65 but I have a $10 off code" BBOSWEGO
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FEATURED HEALING STONE: Chevron Amethyst
by Maryann Sanfilipp, Crystal Writer Extraordinaire

Amethyst is the birthstone for February. As I had previously done a piece on Amethyst, I was looking for another variation when I encountered Gina working on the Chevron Amethyst for Healing Arts Metaphysical.  She has such a wealth of knowledge and helped me to choose a beautiful stone!  So, I have her to thank for the inspiration for this month!
 
Chevron Amethyst is a combination of Amethyst and White Quartz that are mixed together in a V-shaped pattern.  As it is a combination stone, it combines the qualities of strength from Quartz with the stress relieving qualities of Amethyst.  It is sometimes called Banded Amethyst or Dogtooth Amethyst.
 
This stone is one of the best Third Eye stimulators.  It enhances inner vision (intuitive) and outer vision (physical), thus enhancing peace of mind, relaxation and self-discovery.  It also helps to remove negative energies and resistance to change. 
 
Folklore suggests it can lessen resistance to helping oneself and diminish any addictive tendencies as well as helping an addict in recovering from any present addictions.  It is advised to put a Chevron Amethyst under the mattress at the head of the bed of anyone suffering from addictions from alcoholism to anorexia!  It is even said to heal a broken heart!
Chevron Amethyst is a lucky stone to have if you are serious about increasing wealth and eliminating debt.  Its energies will give you the willpower to follow through with your plans.  It dispels laziness, co-dependency and procrastination replacing these with drive, motivation and inspiration.
 
One can never have too much Amethyst and this month’s stone is a great addition to your collection.
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FEATURED QUESTION: What yoga field trip ideas should we look at for April? Post ideas on either my personal FB page or my Inspired by Earth FB page!  

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