"October is Nature's funeral month. Nature glories in death more than in life. The month of departure is more beautiful than the month of coming—October than May. Every green thing loves to die in bright colors. " ~Henry Ward Beecher (1813–1887)

This quote reminds me that it is not only okay to release and move on, but that we should do so with a vivid brush of color. Allow what you need to release and let go of at this point in your life to fade away in beauty, without regret, without emptiness. All of life is temporary, and what feels like emptiness is simply an opportunity for a new filler to step into that space. What amazing newness is waiting for your acceptance?

Invoke the colors of autumn by surrounding yourself with them. An orange shirt, red lipstick! Visualize those habits, issues, and situations you want to release as colors. Appreciate their beauty and what they may have offered you at one time and, then, allow their vividly colored images to dissolve in mid air.

Sometimes, we are like autumnal trees; we need to shed ourselves of our dried up leaves. We feel barren and vulnerable. We may judge ourselves with the harshness of a November wind, but compassion will always be the necessary nutrient for growth.

Chad Sugg wrote, “Love the trees until their leaves fall off, then encourage them to try again next year.”

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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!!!

*SUP Yoga was so much fun! Thanks to all who came to give paddleboard yoga a try.
You can see some of the pictures on www.inspiredbyearth.com under photo gallery.

*NEXT ...   Tuesday, November 13th  7-8pm
Private Gong Bath
I have scheduled a "private" gong bath with Rodrigo at Healing Arts Metaphysical. This event is for my yoga and/or Reiki students. You can walk-in but a head count would be helpful if you want to shoot me an email. $20/person (normally $25)
4 E Wilson, Batavia
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FEATURED HEALING STONE:  Black Kyanite
by Maryann Sanfilipp, Crystal Writer Extraordinaire
 
Welcome to “Rocktober!” This month’s crystal is Black Kyanite, which is found in a fan or blade like shape.  It has been used for centuries to manufacture bricks and mortar and is, therefore, a stone of connection and building bridges, helping one to find a way to connect disparate ideas and beliefs.
 
Legend claims that the blade of Archangel Michael’s sword is made up of Black Kyanite! That is why it is considered to be an excellent crystal for cutting cords.  It has the ability to sweep debris, negative energy and blocks from your chakras and auric field.  It has long been the choice of energy healers who use it to send healing vibrations to any of the chakras.  Although useful for healing all chakras, it is mostly associated with the root chakra.
 
Black Kyanite has the ability to sweep debris and negative energy from your surroundings and is wonderful for clearing your space and adding a layer of protection.  You can place it in different areas of your home or office to eliminate energies that are not aligned with your highest good.
 
This versatile crystal aids in manifestation and visualization.  It can be used in meditation to open the third eye and is purported to allow one to return to past lives and project forward to probable futures!  It assists in channeling, vivid dreams and dream recall.
 
Some of the benefits include:  bridging the energy gaps caused by bone breakage, surgery and other trauma, healing the brain from the effects of head trauma, seizure or stroke, protecting your energy from “energy vampires,” and cutting cords from negative attachments.
 
Known also as the “Witches Broom,” this is the perfect crystal for Rocktober!  Use it this month to deepen your connection with the natural world and elevate the level of good vibrations in yours!
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“If you can't get rid of the skeleton in your closet, you'd best teach it to dance.”
 George Bernard Shaw   (or do yoga!)

"...there is a clarity about September. On clear days, the sun seems brighter, the sky more blue, the white clouds take on marvelous shapes; the moon is a wonderful apparition, rising gold, cooling to silver; and the stars are so big.”
― Faith Baldwin, Evening Star

I love that the sky does appear to be bluer in the crispness of the fall. There is a clarity to each tree leaf that is much like walking outside wearing a new pair of glasses for the first time; it seems that every leaf is outlined, individualistic, and defined. But, Life is not always clear. So often, the energy around us becomes murky, and we stumble with our hands out before us as we seek clarity.

When we lose sight of our dharma, our reason for being here on Earth, our path, our senses lose focus. Our mind wanders aimlessly looking for truths we thought we once knew. The only truth we need to remember at this time is that the answers still clearly exist within us, and we will see that when we allow our internal light to shine brighter. The question is, how do we increase the brilliance of this flame when we ourselves feel lost?

I find mantras to be quite helpful. You can make one up or look up a mantra to learn that serves your needs. Remember, when creating your own mantra, the words must be positive, affirming you already have what you seek, For example, "Today, I see clearly with my eyes and heart." Or, "Thank you, Universe, for allowing me to clearly see my own answers." When in doubt, I turn to the Gayatri Mantra. It is not the easiest Sanskrit mantra to learn but it has comforted me in numerous situations.

Om Bhuur-Bhuvah Svah
Tat-Savitur-Varennyam
Bhargo Devasya Dhiimahi
Dhiyo Yo Nah Pracodayaat
 
The Gayatri mantra is a widely revered, powerful mantra that pays homage to Savitr, the sun god (see the word Savitur in the second line). There are so many translations of this mantra. One that has stuck with me for a long time is a paying of respect to the heavens and earth and everything in between. But, perhaps, a definition that more closely resonates with our discussion on clarity is by Monier Monier-Williams (1882): "Let us meditate on that excellent glory of the divine vivifying Sun, May he enlighten our understandings."
 
Each sun-filled September day, embrace the crisp breath of the air around you, engage the birds in discussion or song, and look to the sky for the sun deity outlined by a pristine blue canvas. Offer gratitude for the days that appear clear, and offer gratitude for the lessons that come with the ones that are not.

Om shanti shanti shanti (peace)
There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it. Edith Wharton
Read more at: https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/edith_wharton_100511?src=t_lightYoga 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.
NEXT FUN YOGA FIELD TRIPS!!!
SUP Yoga (Stand-up yoga or Paddle Board Yoga!)
Friday September 7 at The Labs in Aurora.I have a few more spots open for this fun event...email me ASAP if you are interested. 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. $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]

 

FEATURED HEALING STONE:  Tiger's Eye
by Maryann Sanfilipp, Crystal Writer Extraordinaire
 
Carrying this month’s stone makes me feel like Rocky Balboa!  A member of the quartz family, Tiger Eye is a solar stone of vitality, practicality and physical action.  Its name is derived from its resemblance to the eye of a tiger!  Stimulating the root, sacral and solar plexus chakras, it helps one to take action and make decisions while remaining calm and centered.  It helps one to make decisions based on discernment rather than emotion or judgment.
 
Tiger Eye is an ancient talisman thought to grant the wearer the ability to observe everything.  It was used by the ancient Egyptians as the eyes in the statues of their deities to provide the protection of the sun and earth combined.  It is purported to be ever vigilant and provide clarity to our inner vision.  It was also carried as an amulet against curses or ill wishes!
 
It is said to be a good luck stone to attract a flow of money especially for those setting out in business.  It encourages one to leave the comfort zone, giving the wearer the chance to grow and transform, stimulating ones ability to manifest the deepest desires.
 
Some of the benefits include:  supporting general vitality, strengthening the endocrine system, balancing hormones and biochemistry, balancing the physical with the spiritual and finding equilibrium in our emotional lives. 
 
Carrying the interesting Tiger Eye stone may make you feel like Rocky Balboa as well!
 
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