There has been so much richness in witnessing the transformation of color as I strolled through the woods and the neighborhood this month. Early on the color of yards, trees, hiking trails were still pretty gray and lighter tan. Wow- what a couple weeks can do. Are you sensing into the lushness of the shades of green that are unfolding, springing, growing throughout the landscape. As you take in the sites and nourishment of green, can you feel it in your body? Can you sense into moisture? How does it impact your cells, your fluidity and movement?
When we tune into the healing properties of the natural world, our cells mirror the gifts within the plants, trees, lake, air, sun and so on. I particularly can feel my joints softening, sense into an alive energy circulating in my blood and get reminded that life is continually renewing. We can remember there is a season for rest, quiet, inklings of stirring, anxious energy of wanting to grow and now as we move into the warmer weather embrace the energy of emergence. What is emerging in you?
We would love to have you join us June 2nd at our Restorative Workshop (Eastman Nature Center) as we hold space for you to let go of what is getting in the way of your unique bloom. We will guide you in exploring what is missing to fully support the unfolding of your true nature.
How about the canopy of leaves-can you feel the protection? Another way my body takes in the nourishment of spring is through the umbrella of leaves. The leaves seem to be a filter for me of all the energetic toxins in the world. Migraines decrease, the musculature tension softens, and my breath expands when I walk through the woods or sit in my backyard. I feel my nervous system calm and re-organize.
We invite you to take time in nature on a regular basis and mindfully feel into the gifts. Notice how your body responds to the sights, sounds, vibrations, smells, and organic life around you.
If you would like some guidance in this process, check out our quarterly day long workshops or join us September 15th-17th at Crow Wing Crest Lodge in Akeley Minnesota for our weekend retreat. We love collaborating with nature to help you step into alignment with your authentic self.
Hope to see you there!!