 Highfield Hall in Falmouth,Ma. Sculpture by Patrick Dougherty . I have been absent from my own page for a while. Trying to find myself, I seem to have gotten lost somewhere in the day to day stuff of my life and stopped enjoying it. I have begun to make a new change in my life and to become a more present and joyful person. What does this have to do with my post today and this strange and magnificent sculpture by Patrick Doreghty?
Well I have never enjoyed doing events alone. I didn't know how to enjoy my own company, got bored, and felt nervous to do things alone. It has always been this way. Others around gave me more confidence and strength. I am trying to find my own joy and enjoy doing things outside of my comfort zone, so this weekend the opportunity came up and I decided to not let it pass. I went to a mini yoga retreat offered by Innerglow Yoga of Mashpee. It was a wonderful fall day and the venue was amazing. It had the wonderous sculpture right as you approached the manor and I was delighted. It is all made of twigs and vines and the twisted walls are fluid and invite you to explore and feel like a kid again. I knew as I went through it that this day was going to be a terrific experience. We entered the building and it smelled amazing of fall spices, Michelle was cooking delicious food. We went to the kitchen first for a short lecture on how to feed our bodies properly in the cool weather coming and then we did slow, calm and fabulous yoga in the main area. I was able to see the sculpture during my practice and it helped me remember to be fluid and gentle with my own practice and journey. When we ended in a meditation I was overcome with a feeling of gratitude for being brave and allowing myself the opportunity for this amazing day. We ended with warm food and hearts. I made new connections with many of the other participants. It may seem small to some, who may be more adventurous, but for me it was a big step into a place I was uncomfortable in. I will continue my stepping out and let it propell me into new experiences. I would love to hear about your own journeys and adventures, no matter how small they may seem. Share with me and let's inspire each other. Love to you all, Dawn
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Deb L´Etoile
10/27/2019 10:10:34 pm
I absolutely love that you are stepping out of your comfort zone. You are so brave, and you will be rewarded with increased confidence, meeting many new wonderful supportive people. I used to stay to myself, taking care of my family, minding my own business. After loosing my son, I came to believe that we all have to bond together to fight for the things we feel are important. I became much more outspoken about things I believed in, I have also developed a confidence around speaking for others who, for whatever reason, are not able to speak for themselves. Very passionate about fighting for people who do not have a voice. In short, I´ve develooped a confidence, I never had before. No matter what happens, Dawn, do not ever let anyone take your voice away. We all go through different things, but in the end, our voices are all we have.....let them be heard, and hopefully they will bring us comfort, and make a difference. Love you so much.
Dawn Rosell
10/28/2019 02:14:00 pm
Thank you so much for sharing Deb. I am so inspired and proud of your moving into your own voice. I love that you are finding a new way and a space for yourself to be heard. I strive to continue into that place with you. Leave a Reply. |
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