Retreat

I had a lot of fun planning my retreat last night . . . here's what I've planned -

Prepare my space - burn some sage, light candles and incense, put on some quiet music, get out my yoga props, journal, and other supplies, and a big glass of water

Asana practice - about an hour (not timing it though), in a style that feels appropriate, using as a theme the quote I used in my last blog post from Marianne Williamson.  Slow, deep breathing, heart opening poses, observing my energy flow and listening closely to my body, and a long savasana, and if I nap a little that's ok. :)

Meditation - goal is 30 min. (or more) - Starting and ending with mudra for trust, and using the mantra: "softening my heart to the creativity, abundance, and joy within."

Journal for ~30 min. - begin with anything that I noticed in asana and meditation practice.  Goal is to stay in the moment with what I'm feeling - try not to jump ahead with what I'll be focusing on later in the retreat.

Chakra balancing/meditation - 45 min. guided by recording from Alan Finger - going to pause recording at each chakra and spend more time with each than the recording does.

Optional Journal here, and then eat a healthy snack.

Spend at least an hour with creating a hopes and dreams for 2011 list, and also a fun poster that breaks down the tools I will use for achieving the list!  So I will put things under each of the four areas- spiritual, physical, mental/emotional, and intellectual.

End with a little yoga yelling, by singing along with someone fun, like krishna das!


I'll be retreating this coming Saturday afternoon.  I'll let you know how it goes . . .