My New Year Resolutions are an evolving process of addressing the dark and light sides of my personality.
For example, in my relationship with Bob, my husband, my dark, shadowy side acts out the controlling victim (with a whiny voice!)
On the other hand, my perceptive light side asserts my needs in a clear and authentic way so Bob can ‘hear’ them.
Supporting myself to express authentically, we both move closer to our true selves and our relationship is stronger and more alive.
Similarly, in conflict with a friend, I am defensive. However, by opening to her views, my energetic body stays strong and vibrant, helping me to get my points across, while respecting hers. And our understanding of each other (and life!) expands.
Resolving issues with others and our selves is an on-going process. Opening to intuitive and inspirational awareness shines a light into the darkness, revealing the CAUSE of our dilemma. This new awareness frees us.
Loosing our ability to look at both our dark and light sides, we get out of balance and die a little, no matter what time of year it is.
Therefore, the self-reflective time Yoga provides keeps us in touch with our inner world. We then deal with limitations and obstacles with a greater and deeper awareness