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Hi there Self Lovers,
Welcome to Self Love's February 2012 newsletter.
As we experience snow at the beginning of February, I am reminded of the ability to be open to the unexpected. We're so used to seeing this type of weather in December or January and actually for many of us (especially the self employed) we were lucky that it happened at the weekend. Often we become inflexible to unforeseen change and therefore become resistent to adapting when sudden change occurs.
How do you deal with change - sudden or otherwise?
Consider what happens when you resist change and how you feel...tense, tired, knotted inside, anxious, worried, closed, afraid.
Consider what happens when you allow change to happen and go with it...energetic, expectant, free, open, happy, in control.
For the month of February, why not bring awareness to how you react to change? It could be as simple as your favourite television programme changing its schedule or a massive redundancy revelation.
Know that life is ever evolving and ever changing (just like us) and if we recognise this and go with it, we can find the path of least resistence. On this path we can look for solutions to the new change and in turn make decisions that will allow us to move forwards rather than hold us back.
My own experience of this was when I left a management role in a big health and fitness company because it wasn't what I expected. It was a mutual agreement between my employer and myself however it was initiated by my employer. One morning I was a well paid and committed employee and by the afternoon I was very much unemployed.
This was definitely a sudden change and I had the option to either wallow in what could have been or to address what had happened and choose where I was going. After a short mourning perod, I picked myself up, stopped resisting and focussed on the future.
As I melted into a life of free time and a lot more 'me time', I was approached by someone to work with performing artists at a performing arts school. They were looking for someone to physically work with the students and support their bodies during their academic years.
I think that because I had chosen to become open to the change I was now able to see my future opportunities clearly. I therefore accepted the post and have never looked back. I left after 4 years only to pursue my own professional development starting with dance training.
My message to you this month is that we can choose how we feel, we can choose to control how we think and we have a choice about how we behave. What are your choices?
Webpage Updates
Take a look at the Self Love HOME page to keep up to date with Self Love's website. Here are some tasters....
As Valentine's Day approaches, how about bringing awareness to your sensual side? Read about ways to stimulate your sacral chakra, the home of our sensuality.
Also, are you time starved but want to cook something nutritious and quick that looks like you slaved over it? All you need is 30 minutes - Mushroom and Salmon Puff Pastry Tart.
Yoga and Pilates Workshop
The Pilates Launch class on Sat 4 February 2012 at Cambridge House was an absolute success. Thank you to everyone who tried it for the first time or simply supported Self Love as a seasoned Self Lover.
The yoga and Self Defence Workshop on Saturday 10 March 2012, 1130am - 3pm is now taking bookings. Payments can be made in advance by bank transfer or in person. Please note the early bird prices and special offer.
New Yoga and Pilates Classes
The new Self Love Pilates class will therefore recommence on Tuesday 7 February 2012 at Cambridge House from 730pm. The class will cost £10 to drop in or 5 classes for £45 booked and paid for in advance. Payment can be made by bank transfer or in person. Please bring your own mat to this class.
Self Love has now returned to the newly redecorated Jessie Duffet hall for yoga classes on Wednesdays at 730pm. Thank you for your patience if you were unable to attend the previous classes at the temporary venue due to limited space.
Yoga and Pilates Retreat 2012
As the year moves on Self Love would like to suggest that you plan some down time by booking onto the Self Love Chillout UK Retreat. This will happen from Friday 1 June to Sunday 3 June 2012 and will be a fabulous opportunity for you to practice yoga, meditation and do absolutely nothing. Here's the link to find out more Chillout Retreat.
Please note that there are only 10 places on this retreat and a third of them have been reserved already. Reserve your place ASAP with a £50 non refundable deposit either by bank transfer or in person. The remainder can be paid whenever you like until 1 May 2012 when the balance must be paid in full.
Merchandise
Just a reminder that I sell yoga mats at £15 per mat. They are traditional (meaning they're not spongy like the modern ones ) and non slip.
Handmade cards
Don't forget to give my mum a call if you need a first class hand made card for someone special. Whatever the occasion, she can custom design it for you and yours. She's also now designing gorgeous jewellery. The pictures are attached. Call Veronica on 0208 543 8228 for original and personal cards and bespoke jewellery. View photos of the cards.
http://www.selfloveonline.co.uk/media/veronica's%20jewellery.docx
Thought of the Month
A thought for all those Self Lovers who feel a little lost about what their future holds.
"Commitment leads to action. Action brings your dream closer." Marcia Wieder
Only YOU can make it happen.
Stay in touch Self Lovers and remember that if there's anything in this newsletter that you'd like to comment on or take advantage of then you can do so either by feeding back to me personally via email or on the Self Love website to share with other Self Lovers Guestbook.
Namaste