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Re: Road Signs - Chapter 5/6
By: yogasimplifiedmethod Date: October 22, 2022, 4:19 pm
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[quote author=Darren link=topic=10.msg146#msg146
date=1666452652]
Chapter 5, #5: List the qualities you wish to cultivate to
become a better companion to others
Some of the qualities, that I work on cultivating are always
looking at situations from different perspectives and not
judging what people say or do base on my personal beliefs. I
feel like being able to keep an open mind has really helped me
learn and grow from other people's experiences. I think back to
how closed-minded I could be in the past during many situations,
especially when working in Patrol at the Police Department. I
typically would work in the busiest and most dangerous areas of
the city, which were also very impoverished.
All the contacts that I would have with people were typically
very negative interactions, and I found myself quick to judge
some of those individuals or blame them for the situations they
created for themselves. Once I started working undercover, I got
a first-hand look into their lives, and having to assimilate my
life and character to their world was a big eye-opener to
realizing that a lot of those people that I was associating
closely with were actually ordinary people, that had got
themselves in some very bad situations. Sometimes it was only a
couple of bad decisions that they had made in the past that
messed up the course of their life and were just stuck in that
cycle. Others were just straight-up terrible and dangerous
people. I would also get treated by other cops from different
agencies pretty poorly from my initial contact with them and if
I had a chance to identify myself to them, they would backpedal,
which showed it was obvious they were embarrassed how they acted
toward me based off who they thought I was.
Chapter 6
Like everyone else's responses, TCS is an organization that has
really aligned with me. While it has been the only yoga studio
that I've been apart of, I've always felt welcomed here. I
initially started doing yoga for the physical part of the
practice and at that time, I had not had much exposure to the
spiritual part of the practice. I had begun paying more
attention to spirituality prior to yoga, I just hadn't put the
two together at the time. I really like how Everyone is always
very positive and friendly. It is always a place I look forward
to going at the end of my day.
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Looking at situations from multiple perspectives is an excellent
quality to have, allowing you to be open to interpretation. What
an experience to assimilate yourself in an environment where you
had to alter who you are. I would call it method acting. I see
this situation as a bag full of lessons, both on a personal
level for you and for others as well, particularly those you
encountered who worked in other departments. It all came
together for you to choose the path you're on now, the path of
self-awareness.
I'm so glad you all find TCS a place that brings you joy and
experiences the energy created in the studio along with aligning
with your attunement to spirituality. Having you in YTT not only
brings in amazing masculine energy to balance the feminine, but
it's also a joy to see you and your peers expand in various
topics.
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Re: Road Signs - Chapter 5/6
By: Madi Rowan Date: November 1, 2022, 3:51 pm
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Chapter 5 - Merging with Others
#1 On a scale of one to five, using the criteria in this
chapter, how would you rate your current spiritual companions?
This question really spoke to me today because it was one of
those days where I needed to call upon my two best girlfriends,
who are definitely my spiritual companions. At the end of last
summer, we formed this little group that started out as an
"accountability group" for our work & agreed that we would meet
1x week. On our first call, it was so clear that we all were
supposed to be there (we hadn't know each other prior). Over the
past year, we have talked weekly on Zoom every Wednesday morning
& we have helped each other navigate so many life circumstances
ranging in depth, we hold space for each other, we have laughed,
cried, you name it. I honestly would rate each of them as a 5
because even if they don't have the right answers or advice, we
have a very trusting relationship where each of us feels seen,
heard, & supported, no matter the situation.
We have been able to not only cheer each other on when we
experience a win in life, but we are also able to help each
other grow & find comfort in the not so great times. Chapter 5
started out with a quote that says "Come, let us grow together"
& that perfectly sums up my friendship with these two amazing
women, that are now like the sisters I never had.
As an introvert, who has lived the majority of my life in my
head with my own thoughts, I don't have much experience with
sharing this type of companionship with many people. But as I
mentioned, as soon as the three of us met, we all knew that our
friendship was meant to be. My friendship with them has been
such a gift & as soon as I started to read through this Chapter,
they instantly came to mind.
Chapter 6 - Possible Delays Due to Organized Tours
Similar to you Desiree, I have seen/experienced first hand some
very hostile situations within the religion I grew up learning.
I went to Catholic school growing up through 8 grade & always
went to church since my mom is very devout. However, from a
young age, I never resonated with what I was learning & was
always very turned off by the immense judgement & superiority.
Like Kelli, I too I have experienced things the Catholic church
would not agree with & I also have a gay younger brother, but
even before that, I was not aligning with the Catholic
community/teachings. I related to the questions this chapter
posed like "What's wrong with me?" & "Why don't I feel what the
others feel?" because those are definitely things I've thought
about over the years but have found peace with at this point in
my life. I know it's okay to follow my own path, whatever that
may be.
Of course the Collective has been a wonderful organization that
I have been SO grateful to be a part of, as well as, a handful
of basketball teams that I've been on, especially in college.
When you're on a team, especially a tight knit one, it's
essential to feel included & to have the freedom to be yourself.
Thankfully, I've had wonderful experiences with the teams I've
been on, which is crucial, because we would spend hours together
every single day, so it was almost engrained in our team's
culture to support one another & have each others backs on & off
the court.
#Post#: 163--------------------------------------------------
Re: Road Signs - Chapter 5/6
By: yogasimplifiedmethod Date: November 2, 2022, 8:27 am
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[quote author=Madi Rowan link=topic=10.msg161#msg161
date=1667335903]
Chapter 5 - Merging with Others
#1 On a scale of one to five, using the criteria in this
chapter, how would you rate your current spiritual companions?
This question really spoke to me today because it was one of
those days where I needed to call upon my two best girlfriends,
who are definitely my spiritual companions. At the end of last
summer, we formed this little group that started out as an
"accountability group" for our work & agreed that we would meet
1x week. On our first call, it was so clear that we all were
supposed to be there (we hadn't know each other prior). Over the
past year, we have talked weekly on Zoom every Wednesday morning
& we have helped each other navigate so many life circumstances
ranging in depth, we hold space for each other, we have laughed,
cried, you name it. I honestly would rate each of them as a 5
because even if they don't have the right answers or advice, we
have a very trusting relationship where each of us feels seen,
heard, & supported, no matter the situation.
We have been able to not only cheer each other on when we
experience a win in life, but we are also able to help each
other grow & find comfort in the not so great times. Chapter 5
started out with a quote that says "Come, let us grow together"
& that perfectly sums up my friendship with these two amazing
women, that are now like the sisters I never had.
As an introvert, who has lived the majority of my life in my
head with my own thoughts, I don't have much experience with
sharing this type of companionship with many people. But as I
mentioned, as soon as the three of us met, we all knew that our
friendship was meant to be. My friendship with them has been
such a gift & as soon as I started to read through this Chapter,
they instantly came to mind.
Chapter 6 - Possible Delays Due to Organized Tours
Similar to you Desiree, I have seen/experienced first hand some
very hostile situations within the religion I grew up learning.
I went to Catholic school growing up through 8 grade & always
went to church since my mom is very devout. However, from a
young age, I never resonated with what I was learning & was
always very turned off by the immense judgement & superiority.
Like Kelli, I too I have experienced things the Catholic church
would not agree with & I also have a gay younger brother, but
even before that, I was not aligning with the Catholic
community/teachings. I related to the questions this chapter
posed like "What's wrong with me?" & "Why don't I feel what the
others feel?" because those are definitely things I've thought
about over the years but have found peace with at this point in
my life. I know it's okay to follow my own path, whatever that
may be.
Of course the Collective has been a wonderful organization that
I have been SO grateful to be a part of, as well as, a handful
of basketball teams that I've been on, especially in college.
When you're on a team, especially a tight knit one, it's
essential to feel included & to have the freedom to be yourself.
Thankfully, I've had wonderful experiences with the teams I've
been on, which is crucial, because we would spend hours together
every single day, so it was almost engrained in our team's
culture to support one another & have each others backs on & off
the court.
[/quote]
Having a group of friends, colleagues, or peers to check in with
is so important. As discussed last night's vulnerabilities,
being able to have that space with those you trust to navigate
through life's roller coaster allows us to reflect and find
clarity, or just to let it out. I love the fact that you created
a kula with others you trust with your thoughts and feelings.
Yes, it's such a dichotomy regarding religion and beliefs. I see
how it helps many to have something to look towards for
guidance, but as you discussed, the judgment is disheartening.
We were born pure but convinced otherwise as we endure life.
Finding peace within ourselves despite what life unfolds or
practicing peace sheds light on our human abilities and
star-dust divinity, remmding each of us, we don't necessarily
need theology to convince us otherwise.
I'm so happy to read you had such a valuable experience being a
part of a basketball team that supports one another, gets you
through tough moments, and, as you said, the freedom to be
yourself.
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