 We were on a tour bus for the day, traveling our way around Italy. A young woman sat next to me, and I asked her where she was from. She said, "Korea." She paused and then added how it always surprised her when someone responded with, "North Korea or South Korea"? I hadn't asked that, but her surprise at the question surprised me! I had, perhaps naively, assumed she was from South Korea since I thought anyone from the north would have had to have escaped, but, whether my assumption was right or wrong, that wasn't what she meant, either. So, I asked why that would surprise her. She said, and although I am putting this in quotes, I am paraphrasing a bit, "Because to Koreans, there is only one Korea. We come from the same culture and background. We weren't divided until the U.S and Russia divided us. We don't want that. We want unity." It wasn't said accusingly or with judgement. She stated it very matter-of-factly.
So much to think about! In a world so tormented, so fragmented...thank you, Universe, that there are still people across the world wanting unification, wanting peace. I pondered being from a country this woman held accountable for breaking hers apart. I explored feeling that statement with a touch of guilt and, then, without any. I didn't resonate with either. Our conversation was eye-opening. I had always referred to North and South Korea as separate entities; I will not do so any more. I think there is a good amount of us who really do want global peace, compassion and protection of the Earth, and unity for all peoples. The haters will hate but, we have to respond with love. Of course, everything comes back to yoga. The Sanskrit word yoga means unity. There is no coincidence in that. Om shanti shanti shanti ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NEXT FUN YOGA FIELD TRIPS!!! SUP Yoga (Stand-up yoga or Paddle Board Yoga!) Friday September 7 at The Labs in Aurora.This class is in a pool, and the boards are tethered. Our first group will be from 5-6pm and our second, from 6-7pm. Both classes max out at 8 spots so I need RSVP's to hold your place. Please tell me which time slot you prefer, and then, let me know if either would work. $20/person for the hour class. The early group can stay and watch the later group and vice versa. Should be fun!! Attire: bathing suits (with shorts over) or yoga tight leggings with rash guard t-shirt, bathing suit top, or t-shirt. Avoid loose clothes; choose breathable:) The Labs is located at 3000 Thayer Ct #500, Aurora. If interested, email me back at [email protected] So far I have confirmations from Kathy and Jeff, Amy C., Amber, Jenn P, Sharyl, and Marcia. Let me know if you want to be added to the list!!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FEATURED HEALING STONE: Amber by Maryann Sanfilipp, Crystal Writer Extraordinaire Amber is often considered to be a gemstone even though it is not mineralized. It is a tree resin that has solidified and become fossilized. According to Greek mythology, it was formed when Phaeton, son of Helios, was struck by lightning and killed. His sisters grieved so much that they turned into poplar trees and their tears were transformed into droplets of amber. The energies of amber are solar and they have the quality of creating a comfortable sense of warmth, health and well being in the wearer. Because of its origin in living trees, it carries the vibration of organic life. It has been honored for a long time for its energetic and healing properties. It promotes tissue revitalization, cleans the environment and the chakras. It is associated with the solar plexus or third chakra and can bring the energy of life into all levels of our being. Amber can help one achieve longevity and is beneficial to be worn by the elderly. Today, amber is still used for jewelry, although not as much for healing in modern society as it was in ancient times. Some of the benefits include: alleviation of stress, treating throat problems, alleviation of joint problems, clearing the aura and manifesting prosperity. Amber is a beautiful stone as well as the name of one of my favorite yogis! A great companion for stone lovers or, as I fondly call them, “stoners!”
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