The Shakti Shine - January 13, 2020
Shakti Love Notes
We are always growing. I love that! And the more I grow, the more I recognize how important it is for us all to share what we're going through-- even (and especially) me.
So these Love Notes are a space for me to share with you each week-- about the studio, my life, how our community is growing.
When I got the ping on my phone from Co-Start that said "There is no way to know what will happen tomorrow" my first thought was, "Damn, ain't that the truth."
It seems like as the years pass life seems to get more and more unpredictable in a quite predictable way. What I mean is that who knows what will happen, but something will definitely happen.
I recently started watching Sex and the City for the first time, and now I've got Molly, my mom, Emily, & Maggie all on board. I'll watch three or four episodes, and then text one of them to debrief. It's become a running joke in the last few weeks that maybe our lives aren't as dramatic as we thought. We could be Carrie Bradshaw.
But actually, life has felt pretty dramatic. Between the political climate, environmental crises, and the rapid evolution of technology, I feel exhausted. My friend Kate and I were talking about it last week. How can one person possibly passionately care about every issue present right now as we speak? *If you have the answer, or a newly released rechargeable human power pack, let me know.
And none of that includes the daily turn of events in my own life, my friends' lives, my team's lives, or my family's lives.
So it's fair to say that I don't really worry about life turning out boring anymore.
At every turn something's unfolding. But there is something interesting about it all. I've actually noticed a direct correlation between the velocity of the whirlwind of life and the intimacy and vulnerability of my relationships, and the tone, energy, & direction of my community.
Maybe there's something to all the predictably unpredictable then. Maybe it's just my willingness to show up and see that creates the breathing room for the drama to unfold in a way that actually brings my life more fulfillment, depth and meaning. Maybe it's a good thing that there's always 'something,' and that I'm willing to notice it.
There really is no way to know what will happen tomorrow, but we can always be ready to find out.
xx
Ruby
Beyond the mat...
We love Athens.
And we love you.
So let's have more of that-- together.
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It's official...
LEAD WITH LOVE - 200 HR RYT Summer Immersion with Ruby
is on! This 2 week training takes place at Shakti Athens June 13-19 & July 11-17.
*The first 5 people to apply get an Up to Something Bigger sweatshirt (only 2 remaining)
* Apply by March 1 to receive 30% off of a Bmat
INTENTIONS OF SHAKTI YOGA UNIVERSITY TRAININGS:
Discover your authentic and confident voice
Learn how to lead a power vinyasa yoga class in the style of Baptiste yoga
Learn how to clearly communicate with essential language and to speak from the heart
Learn how to give and receive effective feedback
Establish a powerful personal yoga and meditation practice
Learn tools to ignite your practice and teaching with a new understanding of anatomy and alignment
Learn the tools and techniques to lead guided meditation and a restorative yoga class within the Journey into Power sequence
Develop an understanding and appreciation of yoga philosophy
Learn the tools to give hands on assist in a JIP class
Dive into self-inquiry and be a stand for Your Biggest Best Life Possible
Learn the importance of Karma Yoga and being a stand for others
Learn about yoga as a business and what steps to take next
WHO SHOULD ATTEND SYU?
Anyone is eligible for these programs. Those who get the most out of their training are open to taking their personal power yoga practice to the next level, diving deeper into self-inquiry, physical asana, meditation, and learning more about yoga.
There's still 1 spot remaining for our 8-weekend Spring training, starting this Saturday, January 18th! Apply HERE.
SheSpeaks Academy
This weekend Sonja was back with SheSpeaks Academy teaching yoga & mindfulness. We love sharing the Shakti Love all around Athens!
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Shakti Athens is going to Mexico!
Puerto Vallarta // October 2020
more details coming soon!
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Upcoming Workshops
~ Inquiry Corner ~
This week Emily starts her series on:
Baptiste Methodology- This is why we do what we do. It's the foundation of the style of yoga we offer and sets the stage for our Up to Something Bigger attitude. Everything from how to show up, practices & techniques, and the structures to support.
Specifically she'll cover the JIP sequence, source principles, themes, true north alignment, and the pillars of a vinyasa yoga practice.
Check it out!
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Thank you for being here.
We love sharing our journey with you!
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