October 31, 2008
by Gio
..thanks for your entries in our presidential “poll”. It’s looking pretty one-sided right now, but in an election year anything can happen.
A new Chi For Yourself-audio is in the works, and if you’ve had or are having relationship challenges you’re going to want to listen in. Our guest will tell you some things that may be tough to admit, but might open your eyes to how you are getting in your own way. More later..
October 24, 2008
The financial markets are on another roller-coaster swing today. Maintaining a high vibrational home can be a challenge when your finances are all over the lot. If your marriage is taking a Dow Jones sized hit these days, take a look at these suggestions from Albert Wellsom..
Distinguish what seems to be the Trouble
Analyze the problem threadbare and discuss it frankly with your spouse. This can tougher than you think, as this requires some amount of self-analysis. We may not always like what we see but by recognizing it, especially with your partner, is the first step to fixing things in your marriage.
Communication
Any relationship lasts when two people talk to each other meaningfully. Perhaps your lives have gotten hectic with work and babies and family duties. See to it that you habitually allocate a time for you and your partner to spend quality personal time to openly talk things over. You ought to be fair and sincere not just with yourself but with your partner too as this plays a critical role. If we try to become better listener and supporter to our spouses, we could really gain a lot that could help improve our relationships so it is really recommended to give an effort to work out your communications with your spouse. The only way to reach out and find this nook is when you interact with each other.
Respect
The esteem, with which you treat one another, is another important ingredient. Is fighting with each other already a part of your daily routine? Do you often swear, call each other names and point fingers at each other as if its just the most natural thing to do in your relationship? candidly, it is not difficult to reach that place, when things are not looking too bright between the two of you. Previous damages inflicted in your relationship can still be easily repaired once you have high respect with one another which is truly a big thing in any relationships. Think back to when you met your spouse and how you treated one another from the beginning – how have things changed?
Think of friendship and closeness
When marriage tends to face the tough times it is often resulted to the lost of such huge aspects of relationship which are the connection and intimacy with each other. The allocation of time to connect with each other and make that link between the two of you even unbreakable can truly lend a hand during tough times. Restoration of physical intimacy is another way of breaking barriers created in the marriage. It may be awkward to think about sex activity if you’re having trouble with your relationship, however, if you see to it that you have time to be close with each other, then you can somehow bring back the moments that have spiced up your life. Generally, it may really be difficult to save matrimony from falling apart, although this can be done easily and may give out better results if both the partners are determined and committed enough to make things work. – 2274
October 21, 2008
by Gio
As we get nearer to Election Day in the U.S.A., polls keep telling us which candidate is gaining or losing ground in the race for the presidency. You won’t be surprised to find that Chi For Yourself is not coming out in support of one candidate over the other. But, we are reaching out to you for your opinion. Which of the two candidates for president do you feel would be more likely to implement high-vibrational, universal principles (gratitude, kindness, hope, compassion, etc.) during his time in office? You can cast your “vote” in the box found in the upper right corner of the Chi For Yourself homepage. Go to the CFY homepage now and make your voice heard!
October 19, 2008
by Gio
It’s been a hectic weekend around the Gio casa..both with Chi For Yourself and the outside activities I often refer to as my “day jobs”. I’ve been scouring the landscape for stressbusters in light of the financial follies we’re seeing on Wall Street. This post includes an article from Luanne Stevens centering on a way in which you can deal with that stress.
I took in the Walk for Hope at El Dorado Park in Long Beach, California and as always it’s encouraging to see folks raising their “vibration” while addressing the world’s challenges. My hat’s off to sponsors BeTheCause.org.
More later..
If used properly, yoga can be a good way to reduce and control stress. Many of the yoga teachers think that besides giving peace and relaxation, yoga is about the capacity to be in control and to unite with your inner being.
Asana is one of eight types of yoga where mental and spiritual health is more important than the physical. Relaxation through medition is the key to most any type of yoga, even though yoga itself includes a wide range of purely physical disciplines to purely spiritual.
If you’re planning to practice yoga as a form of stress management, it shouldn’t be as confusing as it seems because you don’t need to learn all the concepts and philosophies behind it. This ancient tradition that requires deep meditation has been proven as an effective way to relax, what you need to learn are the basic information you will need for you to apply the concept in your everyday life.
How to Begin with Yoga
There are many different reasons people use yoga. Probably because using yoga they can explore all the possibilites of health and relaxation. Using deep meditation, it can be used not just for spiritual discipline, but can be used to manage stress.
In order to find the right yoga program, you will first need to understand what your main objective is. This is especially true if you are going to be using yoga for stress management.
The first thing that you have to bear in mind before you totally indulge in practicing yoga is setting and determining your goals. You can do this by knowing first what are the possible health and fitness benefits you can get from yoga. Most yoga practitioners agree that the major potential benefit of yoga is to relieve stress.
Besides reducing and controlling your stress, yoga can also raise your level of strength and flexibility. Yoga will also improve your breathing, posture and balance. Yoga also helps you spiritually. It can soothe your nerves and bring peace to your mind. It also increases your concentration skills.
After setting your goals, be sure and see your doctor and have a complete physical exam. It is important to know what your limits are since yoga involves physical endurance. Talk to your doctor about yoga. You may also want to visit an orthopedic before starting a yoga class so you won’t have any injuries.
Be sure and know your physical and emotional limits before enrolling in a yoga class. Speak to the instructor. Find out what the basic poses are, what you need to wear, and what time is best for you to practice you. Find out what the teacher’s qualifications are, especially in regards to using yoga for stress management. – 2274
October 8, 2008
Creating a stable home environment may be the “impossible dream” during rapidly changing world events. Parents may find themselves overwhelmed and underprepared, wanting to do right by their families but struggling to find the resources to do so. Babies and young children are acutely sensitive to the stress level in parents. Helping mothers and fathers find some mental and physical relief can provide a more secure, calming environment for the developing minds and bodies of their children. Here’s what to do:
1. Focus on the moment. There may be a hundred problems that you need to cope with. You cannot possibly tend to them all at once. Just focus on one at a time. Most importantly, check if you and your family are safe for now. If not, ask yourself what you need to do to assure the most basic needs are met, and follow through. If you are safe, even for the night, breathe and allow a moment of gratitude for even the smallest blessings.
2. Be Honest. Ignoring your emotions or hiding your feelings can work against you. Whether you are mad, sad, glad, scared or some confusing combination of these, please know that it is O.K. for you to feel whatever is going on inside.
3. Make a Connection. You may not know it yet, but you are in good company. Reaching out to others and sharing your story can bring healing and comfort. Sometimes this is possible face to face, but other options are available. Consider connecting with an online support group. Knowing that just a single person or small group cares about you, even if they are long distance, can provide strength for you to carry on.
4. Nurture Your Senses. What do you love? Sights, smells, sounds, tastes and touch all have the capacity to nurture our spirits. At a time when indulgences may seem impossible, you can nourish yourself by paying attention to the smallest treats. Ask yourself what you love to taste, touch, smell, see and hear. Think of ways to do two or more at a time and really focus on them. Some of the best ones are completely free. Really tasting a meal, noticing the colors in the world around you, feeling the warmth of your child’s skin, hearing the sound of a loved one’s voice can sustain you through some of the most difficult times. Strive to indulge each of your senses in some small way each day.
5. Cover the Essentials. Eating, sleeping, breathing and drinking water may not seem significant, but they are. Attending to these essentials each day will provide you with the energy to make it through to smoother times.
6. Ask for Help. You do not need to prove your competence by trying to do everything alone. People may not realize you need help unless you let them know. Don’t let pride or shame get in the way. Whether you need help with housing, food, finding information, a safe person to talk to, a little time for yourself away from your baby or some extra sleep, give yourself permission to ask. Asking doesn’t guarantee you will receive the help you need, but it will dramatically increase your chances. – 2274
***Stress relief is just moments away at Chi For Yourself- click on Minute Meditation.
October 4, 2008
My curiosity has been satisfied! I now know more about what a Shaman is and does, and the interview with Melecio (AKA White Eagle) is now up and running. Give a listen at chiforyourself.com or anywhere the show is heard.
Gio
October 1, 2008
by Gio
As the outside world encroaches on our values, thoughts, emotions, and life styles, it becomes more and more difficult to maintain a sanctuary of peace within. Nowhere is it more apparent these days than in the area of finances. It’s all we’re hearing or reading: ” the market tumbles”, “deep recession”, “bail-out”. This has a lot of folks wondering if they might lose their house, job, savings, or lifestyle. It’s important to remember that the power of your positive thoughts and vision will be the driver of your prosperity. Fear and panic delay chances for recovery. You are the key to keeping the avenues to abundance clear and flowing. You can help restore confidence in the future.
While we’re at it, let’s put this word ’crisis’ into perspective. There’s no question that there’s upheaval in the world’s monetary system. Much will be re-evaluated and changes will have to be made. But, if you’re in my age range you might remember the ‘duck-and-cover’ drills accompanied by what were called air-raid sirens. Buildings were marked with yellow and black signs to alert citizens as to where they could go for ’shelter’. Radios told us we could stay tuned for more information. All of this to protect us from an attack from a people who lived farther away in miles than many of us would ever travel. An entire generation of kids grew into adolescence and then some with the constant thought that they could be annihilated during a nuclear exchange that could be upon them in the space of 15 minutes. Crisis indeed!
This threat of imminent demise cooled over the years. Talk of financial armageddon will move off the front pages as well. And there are ways you can be pro-active in guiding your family, yourself, and the rest of the planet in realizing balance and abundance. I looked around and found these:
1. Live the idea of prosperity at home and at work. Keep clear of thoughts of competition, which separates you from the source of all wealth and moves you toward lack.
2. Steer clear of the fear in the financial markets. Wall Street has always had swings of fear and greed. Keep your energy focused on economic recovery- yours and the rest of the world’s.
3. Act from a place of trust. Show your fellow workers, friends and family members that you have faith in the Universe and the ability to create a better life, country, and world.
4. Get the Law of Attraction on your side. Be in that place of high vibration, with upbeat focus, actions and values.
5. See the world as accommodating you. Einstein said said that we must decide whether we live in a hostile or a friendly world. Chose to expand your possibilities rather than shrink them.
6. Hold your leaders to the same high standards you are following. Support those who take positive action for change.
7. Know that optimism is a choice.
8. Hold to the vision of abundance. Use it to create your personal and professional blueprint for success.
9. Use affirmations. Something as simple as: “I am sending positive energy into the world” can help put a foundation under your vision.
10. Operate out of a state of gratitude. Be thankful for your family, your friends, your abilities- look around and you’ll likely find more reasons. And, show the gratitude, don’t just feel it.
You can look at money a couple of ways. A poverty consciousness will keep you stuck in fear, greed, negative energy, and the feeling of being a victim with no responsibility for your life. Choose instead to have a prosperity consciousness with a positive attitude, trust in the Universe, and always coming from a place of love.
