Martha writes: Greetings to you! I am a long-time reader of your work. I first read your columns in the Sedona Journal of Emergence and have followed you for years on your internet sites, including Facebook. MBOs have been a staple of life for me for a very long time.
The Heart of the Mother: You are held in my heart, sourced by an infinite stream of love. Without love, there would be no Earth, no you, and no me. I am love. You are love. You manifested your desire to learn about love, so here you are.
I dreamed a woman was teaching me something on my computer tablet. When I pointed at the screen, she said I need to shave my hands! — Jana, Salt Lake City, UT
Another year and a fresh start or a “beginner’s mind.” We look forward with fear, excitement, and apprehension, most often with bits of all three. Similar to a cosmic version of Ground Hog Day, we start off with happy anticipation and change what we know to change.
Every year I make my resolutions and create the vision board, but nothing ever seems to materialize. I have gone to the events that promised the life of my dreams. I bought the crystals and said the prayers, but I feel I’m wasting my time. Any advice? — Lauren, New York
I tend to stop myself when I want to share my artistry and put it up for sale. I begin to ask myself, “Who do I think I am to ask people to purchase my art when the world is in such turmoil?” I am in such a stuck place. I don’t feel worthy at all! — Kara
January 1: I am completed. I am fulfilled with teaching (iron). To all the ancestors, we take time to be now. January 2: I am completed. I am fulfilled with pilgrimage (apache tear). Those born before time, we move our attention back to awareness.
This ancient pose actually has several versions in an Ashtanga practice. We will focus on Marichyasana A. This pose is primarily a hip opener, but it has many additional benefits. The posture is dedicated to Maharishi Marichi, whose name means “ray of light.”
