Away at company company training, not able to practice at SPY :( Miss the heat and people, but still doing an hour of power 5-6am, and my meditations. Interesting self observation: For as long as I can remember, I have hated business trips, or at least convinced myself of that, saying in my mind "this sucks, this sucks...." so it did suck. Essentially I created my own suffering. This time, I CHOSE for it not to suck, and It has been OK since I am not fighting it. What is the use, I can't control it, I am here, so I am relaxing (law 7) which has shifted my vision, which is allowing me to commit to learning something while I am here; commit to growth (Law 4). It is so much easier to not fight it.
The second comment is really a question: Again since I can remember, I always get an upset stomach when I travel (heart burn, bloating...) I try and eat similar foods as at home, possible in more quantity though. Can anyone suggest a natural treatment for these symptoms, or better yet a root cause. I am sick of traveling with TUMS, (not good for the stomach over time)
Lastly regarding the pod casts: Love em, they are getting me to practice while away. I have been listening to the western one. Wow is it fast. Philip was really lively that day. If you want a really good "Vanyasa flow" this is it, since you don't really have time to fiddle with your poses. Thanks for the Pods, and your suppport.
Stephen, flowing in Peapack, NJ :)
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Steve,
From your post it sounds like you needed to put MORE effort to suffer than to be with what is.
"The winds of grace will carry you."
This business trip sounds like the best thing for you right now! See you when you return.
Hi,
Thanks for sharing about your trip-your shift of perspective is inspiring.
When you travel- it is good to eat less and less spicy & oily foods. What really helps is chewing more- 30% of digestion happens in the mouth- so if you can chew till your foods are liquid (a meditation in it self) you really give your stomach a head start. each meal with a cup of hot water helps. Ginger and cammomile are also recommended. Hope that is a bit helpful- Joan
Hi Liz, and Joan,
Thanks for your messages.
This trip has been peaceful Liz. It has also been enlightening with respect to my self. I have been feeling great despite lack of sleep, long work hours, no sunshine... Yet by observing the moaning and groaning behaviors of my co-workers, I see my "past self", I don't like what I see. I use to be one of the ones who groaned the most at least to myself. This time I have just been present, and found peace. It is a remarkable paradigm shift.
Joan, I usually eat more spicy foods on a business trip. It is not easy getting nutritious foods to eat during the day. All that was provided was junk food, which everyone gorges themselves on. Then they ask me how can I stay so thin and eat so much. I try to spread the word and talk about healthy food, but usually no interest is there. I will keep trying.
To eat right during the day, I usually have to squirrel away fruit from my hotel meals and eat it at work. Yoga felt so good today. I put on some Enya, and flowed at my own pace. It was so peaceful. Anyway I will try your recommendations. Thanks very much!!!!
SPE
stephen,
great to hear you are practicing strong. i can relate to the shift in perspective. i am having similar experiences. i am also noticing more compassion for those i used to judge. try peppermint, it is also a natural stomach-ease. see you soon.
tasha
Thanks Tasha for your perspective and suggestion. I will try the peppermint. I actually grew it this year, but could not think of a use for other than in drinks.
Regards
SPE :)
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