With every image that comes to mind you become the observer and learn the emotions attached to that image. You develop the ability to release negative emotions by first acknowledging them and then becoming the observer of them. You learn the constant shifting of observations and emotions of your life do not define who you really are.

Dr. Seuss wasn’t around that day because it was one of those birthdays that came without much of a hurrah. In fact, the only person who remembered was a far-away friend from another state. On the birthday card was a simple 3-inch round button to pin on a jacket with bright stenciled lettering: “It’s My Birthday!”

Do you find some movements more difficult than others? Following are four basic body movements with questions to consider as we carry on together within this miraculous dance of life.

It was there on a crowded library rack. My new friend and I were browsing through it together. I was skimming through the children’s book section. She was surfing through the books for big people.

Can you think of a stressor in life that’s helping you move forward?  Perhaps one that’s currently motivating you to do better in some way. If you can’t think of one, here’s one:  Your inhale is stressing your lungs to expand.  And your exhale is saying thank you for that.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Could you be stuck in a problem? Maybe you’ve got a persistent blasted headache? If you resonate with any of these concerns, have I got a yoga stretch for you! Just pull up a sturdy chair and here we go.