Do the holidays ever stress you out? Or do you suffer from seasonal affective symptoms like fatigue, irritability, the blues, or trouble focusing? Whether your schedule is busting at the seams, you don't want to leave the house, or the usual holiday stressors are looming on the horizon - the best thing you can do for yourself to float through the holidays with peace and bliss this fall is to make self-care a priority.
I've said it before, and I'm sure I'll say it again - schedule an appointment with yourself to relax and rejuvenate every day, or at the very least every week. And, keep this appointment with yourself like it's a date with someone important to you. (I hope you are important to you.) Taking this time out on a regular basis is the key to being energized, staying calm, and feeling good about all the decisions you have to make during the busy time of year - about what you eat, what you buy, how you spend your time, etc...
I recommend you pull out your calendar right now and set aside your self-care appointments before the holiday invitations start coming in. The trick is to honor these appointments with yourself by saying no to invitations that conflict, or if you can't or don't want to say no to an important event, rescheduling your self-care appointment to another time that day or day that week. The key is making self-care a priority and sticking with your commitment to relax and rejuvenate. This will also help you avoid the cold and flus going around - you can read more about that here...
Now if you're one of those people that find it much easier to keep an appointment for self-care if someone else is meeting you there - I have created a Float Through the Holidays Program just for you. Meet me at my office every week or every other week through the holiday season for an hour of deep relaxation and rejuvenation with Reiki. As an added bonus, during our time together, we'll look at any stress, tension, fatigue, or worry challenges in your life and create solutions for you. Would you like to Float Through the Holidays? Or know anyone who would like to? Call or email me to find out how one of these holiday special programs can help you make that happen.
about Joanna
- Joanna Scaparotti
- Beverly, MA, United States
- Joanna's passion is creating mindful entrepreneurship and soul-centered authentic businesses in the wellness industry that seamlessly integrate values such as abundance, service and wellness with the freedom of flexible lifestyles and the benefits of creative community collaboration.
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Sunday, October 28, 2007
Cold & Flu Season!
Cold and flu season has begun! Relaxation is the best technique you can use to ward off both and recover quicker if you can't avoid it completely. I've said it before, and I'm sure I'll say it again: stress and tension (both emotional and physical) uses up precious energy that your body could be spending to keep you healthy. Freeing up that energy can give you the boost you need to avoid the virus going around your home or workplace, or help you cut the time it takes for you to get back to normal.
When your energy is flowing strong and optimally, and you're resting enough for your body to stay ahead on repairs, you are much less likely to come down with a cold or the flu. However, if your energy reserves are low, your body might not have enough fuel to stay ahead of the "bugs" going around this time of year. When you sleep and when you relax deeply, your body focuses on digestion and repairs. So if you're run down or already sick - you can help your body with the healing process by deliberately relaxing deeply.
Reiki is fantastic for colds and flu (or preventing them). Not only does it help you release tension, thereby freeing up energy, it also gives your body an additional energy boost that it can use to neutralize a virus or bacterial infection. Reiki is great as a treatment when you feel something coming on, but it's even better as a preventative to alleviate the chronic stress and tension that sets you up to be more susceptible to what's going around. Give me a call or email to find out how Reiki can help you feel your best this cold and flu season.
Also, take a peek at the simple relaxation techniques you can do at home...
When your energy is flowing strong and optimally, and you're resting enough for your body to stay ahead on repairs, you are much less likely to come down with a cold or the flu. However, if your energy reserves are low, your body might not have enough fuel to stay ahead of the "bugs" going around this time of year. When you sleep and when you relax deeply, your body focuses on digestion and repairs. So if you're run down or already sick - you can help your body with the healing process by deliberately relaxing deeply.
Reiki is fantastic for colds and flu (or preventing them). Not only does it help you release tension, thereby freeing up energy, it also gives your body an additional energy boost that it can use to neutralize a virus or bacterial infection. Reiki is great as a treatment when you feel something coming on, but it's even better as a preventative to alleviate the chronic stress and tension that sets you up to be more susceptible to what's going around. Give me a call or email to find out how Reiki can help you feel your best this cold and flu season.
Also, take a peek at the simple relaxation techniques you can do at home...
Relaxation for Cold & Flu season
One way to lower your chances of coming down with a cold or the flu this season is to practice deep relaxation on a daily basis. Often relaxing deeply will give you an energy boost because the energy your muscles were using to stay tense is now directed back into the body system and available for you to repair damage, neutralize a "bug", or simply to recharge.
The most simple at home technique for deep relaxation is to sit comfortably and breath slowly. Inhale for a count of four, pause briefly, and then exhale for a count of 8. Repeat for 5 or 10 minutes until you feel peaceful and calm. You can do this simple breathing exercise anytime and anyplace - while sitting in traffic, in a meeting, waiting in line, while on hold on the phone, when you first wake up, in bed to help you fall asleep, etc...
Another way to release tension is to check in with your body after you've done some of the breathing above. As you notice any areas of tension, let them relax. If this is difficult, try contracting the tense areas first and then releasing the muscles. Or imagine breathing into the area and letting go of tension on your exhale. Or if sitting still doesn't appeal to you, try some gentle twisting or rotating of your torso and limbs to loosen up stiff areas. Stretching in this way can warm up muscles and get your energy flowing well again.
Any of these techniques, when practiced regularly, can help reduce stress and prevent that run down feeling that indicates that you're more susceptible to catching that cold or flu going around.
The most simple at home technique for deep relaxation is to sit comfortably and breath slowly. Inhale for a count of four, pause briefly, and then exhale for a count of 8. Repeat for 5 or 10 minutes until you feel peaceful and calm. You can do this simple breathing exercise anytime and anyplace - while sitting in traffic, in a meeting, waiting in line, while on hold on the phone, when you first wake up, in bed to help you fall asleep, etc...
Another way to release tension is to check in with your body after you've done some of the breathing above. As you notice any areas of tension, let them relax. If this is difficult, try contracting the tense areas first and then releasing the muscles. Or imagine breathing into the area and letting go of tension on your exhale. Or if sitting still doesn't appeal to you, try some gentle twisting or rotating of your torso and limbs to loosen up stiff areas. Stretching in this way can warm up muscles and get your energy flowing well again.
Any of these techniques, when practiced regularly, can help reduce stress and prevent that run down feeling that indicates that you're more susceptible to catching that cold or flu going around.
Sunday, October 21, 2007
Open House & Community Celebration
Hey! We are throwing a party at Union Square Acupuncture on Saturday November 3rd!
Somerville - The staff at Union Square Acupuncture is celebrating its commitment to the community by throwing an open house and community celebration Saturday, Nov. 3, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. for residents, clients and supporters. All are welcome to 21 Bow Street in Union Square for appetizers, beverages, and discount coupons off acupuncture, massage and Reiki sessions. Check out the rest of the article in the Somerville Journal about our event here...
For more information, call 617-718-7555 or visit www.unionsquareacupuncture.com.
Somerville - The staff at Union Square Acupuncture is celebrating its commitment to the community by throwing an open house and community celebration Saturday, Nov. 3, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. for residents, clients and supporters. All are welcome to 21 Bow Street in Union Square for appetizers, beverages, and discount coupons off acupuncture, massage and Reiki sessions. Check out the rest of the article in the Somerville Journal about our event here...
For more information, call 617-718-7555 or visit www.unionsquareacupuncture.com.
Thursday, October 18, 2007
What is relaxation anyways?
Cultivating a state of relaxation that stays with you day in and day out makes a significant difference in your health, helps you achieve your career and life goals, and makes life as enjoyable as possible. Yet it's not something that our culture really understands, especially how to practice it. I have been talking to my clients quite a bit recently about what relaxation is - and what it isn't. I've found there are some common misconceptions about relaxation that make it seem hard to achieve, undesireable or just plain old mistaken for "entertainment" or "leisure" activities like sports, working out and hitting the night life.
Being relaxed is not: grogginess, sleepiness, or tiredness. Sometimes when you relax, you become aware of how tired you already were because you are better able to hear your body's signals - but the need for rest is what it is - it is not relaxation.
Relaxation is not fatigue or lethargy either. Rather, when relaxed, your muscles and joints flow; in fact, all of your body systems flow easily because they are not disrupted by tension. Tension, believe it or not, actually wastes energy and can wear you out. It takes fuel to keep those muscles contracted, and that energy you spend keeping up the tension habit could be used for something you enjoy doing. With practice, you can retrain your muscles to be more efficient by staying relaxed and free up more energy to fuel your life.
Relaxation is not a state of being so laid back that nothing bothers you and you never have difficult emotions. That state is called apathy! Rather, relaxation is being comfortable enough to accept your emotions as they are, without giving them any more or less importance than is necessary. It's about being calm enough to respond to a situation with your mind and heart, not reacting from a place of fear or pain. It's about having enough calm stored up that even when life throws you curveballs, you have the resiliency to get back to your center quickly.
Relaxation is a state of calm responsiveness, where your body and mind are at rest but ready to respond to whatever situation arises. When I think about an expert on relaxation, a martial arts master from those late 80's movies pops into my mind. He is someone who is very clearly at ease with his body and tuned into how he can use it well. In addition, this guy is usually smiling and enjoying the moment, whether it is dangerous or not. He is very aware and alert to everything going on around him, but he is at rest and calm. He does not react to situations, rather he responds calmly using the least amount of energy necessary to deal with it and accomplish his goal.
Now, of course we aren't all going to become a martial arts master, but everybody can learn how to be comfortable with their bodies and emotions, and maintain an alert, focused mind that can appreciate the moment no matter whether it is exciting, joyful, dull or difficult. We can even learn how to respond instead of react. (For more on that take a look at my emotional energy series of posts...)
There are many active and passive ways to cultivate the art of relaxation. While some require discipline like martial arts, qigong, yoga, and meditation, there are others that require less work from you like bodywork, hypnotherapy, going to a spa etc... I've found a pretty cool way to train the body with a series of Reiki sessions combined with breathing cues. I've had great success using this with my clients. How you cultivate relaxation in your life is really up to you - what's important is that you do it.
Being relaxed is not: grogginess, sleepiness, or tiredness. Sometimes when you relax, you become aware of how tired you already were because you are better able to hear your body's signals - but the need for rest is what it is - it is not relaxation.
Relaxation is not fatigue or lethargy either. Rather, when relaxed, your muscles and joints flow; in fact, all of your body systems flow easily because they are not disrupted by tension. Tension, believe it or not, actually wastes energy and can wear you out. It takes fuel to keep those muscles contracted, and that energy you spend keeping up the tension habit could be used for something you enjoy doing. With practice, you can retrain your muscles to be more efficient by staying relaxed and free up more energy to fuel your life.
Relaxation is not a state of being so laid back that nothing bothers you and you never have difficult emotions. That state is called apathy! Rather, relaxation is being comfortable enough to accept your emotions as they are, without giving them any more or less importance than is necessary. It's about being calm enough to respond to a situation with your mind and heart, not reacting from a place of fear or pain. It's about having enough calm stored up that even when life throws you curveballs, you have the resiliency to get back to your center quickly.
Relaxation is a state of calm responsiveness, where your body and mind are at rest but ready to respond to whatever situation arises. When I think about an expert on relaxation, a martial arts master from those late 80's movies pops into my mind. He is someone who is very clearly at ease with his body and tuned into how he can use it well. In addition, this guy is usually smiling and enjoying the moment, whether it is dangerous or not. He is very aware and alert to everything going on around him, but he is at rest and calm. He does not react to situations, rather he responds calmly using the least amount of energy necessary to deal with it and accomplish his goal.
Now, of course we aren't all going to become a martial arts master, but everybody can learn how to be comfortable with their bodies and emotions, and maintain an alert, focused mind that can appreciate the moment no matter whether it is exciting, joyful, dull or difficult. We can even learn how to respond instead of react. (For more on that take a look at my emotional energy series of posts...)
There are many active and passive ways to cultivate the art of relaxation. While some require discipline like martial arts, qigong, yoga, and meditation, there are others that require less work from you like bodywork, hypnotherapy, going to a spa etc... I've found a pretty cool way to train the body with a series of Reiki sessions combined with breathing cues. I've had great success using this with my clients. How you cultivate relaxation in your life is really up to you - what's important is that you do it.
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Adjusting to Fall
Did you know that you can maximize your energy levels by adjusting your food and exercise to match the season? Now Autumn is in full swing, and it's chilly! It's a lot more work for your body to stay warm, but you can ease the process by focusing your diet on warm dishes using seasonal foods to give yourself that extra nutritional boost and exercising regularly to heat your body up! Adding pungent and spicy herbs can warm you up too: garlic, oregano, thyme, onions, cayenne, chili, curry, rosemary, basil etc...
Colds, congestion and constipation are pretty typical this time of year. We're too busy to rest and exercise as much as we need or we indulge on sweets during the holidays or all of the above! These conditions are simply signals from the body that you need to simplify and cleanse a bit. To balance out: rest, hydrate, exercise and eat plenty of seasonal produce, especially in soup our stew form. Even the seasonal fruit is cleansing for your system. Check your local farmer's market, but it's likely you'll find these seasonal foods available: cranberries, apples, pears, pomegranite, oranges, pumpkins, squashs, turnips, parsnips, beets, brussel sprouts, peppers, and sweet potatoes, garlic, and onions.
For many this time of year also means going to and leaving work happens in the dark. You might not be getting enough sunlight to regulate your body's rhythms so that you feel your best. If you can, expose your hands and face to the sun outside daily in the morning for 5-15 minutes to let your body know it's time to be alert, awake and energized. If you can't get outside, consider investing in a natural spectrum lap and give yourself a light treat every morning during breakfast for 5-15 minutes. The resulting alertness and focus is quite amazing!
Colds, congestion and constipation are pretty typical this time of year. We're too busy to rest and exercise as much as we need or we indulge on sweets during the holidays or all of the above! These conditions are simply signals from the body that you need to simplify and cleanse a bit. To balance out: rest, hydrate, exercise and eat plenty of seasonal produce, especially in soup our stew form. Even the seasonal fruit is cleansing for your system. Check your local farmer's market, but it's likely you'll find these seasonal foods available: cranberries, apples, pears, pomegranite, oranges, pumpkins, squashs, turnips, parsnips, beets, brussel sprouts, peppers, and sweet potatoes, garlic, and onions.
For many this time of year also means going to and leaving work happens in the dark. You might not be getting enough sunlight to regulate your body's rhythms so that you feel your best. If you can, expose your hands and face to the sun outside daily in the morning for 5-15 minutes to let your body know it's time to be alert, awake and energized. If you can't get outside, consider investing in a natural spectrum lap and give yourself a light treat every morning during breakfast for 5-15 minutes. The resulting alertness and focus is quite amazing!
Sunday, October 14, 2007
You are how you sleep!
I did some research last week about sleep, and I found a lot of great information here on the National Sleep Foundation's website.
Did you know that not getting enough continuous sleep can affect your memory, make it more difficult to exercise, harder to focus and complete work, and affect blood pressure, blood sugar, and kidney function? Sleep is important!
Here are some tips from the National Sleep Foundation on how to get the best night's sleep!
Did you know that not getting enough continuous sleep can affect your memory, make it more difficult to exercise, harder to focus and complete work, and affect blood pressure, blood sugar, and kidney function? Sleep is important!
Here are some tips from the National Sleep Foundation on how to get the best night's sleep!
- Stick to the same schedule for going to bed and getting up every day. Even on weekends! This helps your body stay in tune with the circadian rhythms that regulate your sleep.
- Have a relaxing bedtime routine that you follow every night.
- Make your bedroom conducive to sleep - keep it dark, quiet and cool!
- Make sure your mattress and pillows are comfortable and supportive! How old are yours?
- Use your bedroom only for sleep - don't engage in activities that are stressful, exciting or anxiety producing.
- Finish eating 2-3 hours before bedtime so your digestive system can rest with you.
- Exercise regularly, a couple of hours before bedtime. It can take as much as 6 hours for body temp to go down after a workout, and a cooler temp is associated with falling asleep.
- Avoid caffeine close to bedtime.
- Avoid nicotine - when used close to bedtime it can make it more difficult to fall asleep.
- Don't drink alcohol close to bedtime. Alcohol disrupts sleep patterns, causing middle of the night awakenings.
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
What have you done for yourself lately?
I asked myself this question on Sunday evening, after many days in a row working without a break. What have I done for myself lately? My life is mostly stress free, and I love my job. I eat right, work out, and wake up refreshed in the morning after a long night's sleep raring to get to work. That's just it though, even though I take pretty good care of myself - I still work too much and don't make enough time for self-care!
So, I booked myself a Reiki session, and it was the best thing I could have done for myself. I went in there there feeling pretty ok, and I came out feeling fantastic! Whether you're stressed out by aspects of your life, or if you're feeling pretty good most of the time - taking time to treat yourself is so important! Feeling fantastic after an hour of relaxing with someone else doing the work was worth every penny - so I'm signing up to get a session every month! I mean, hey why feel ok when I can feel great? What do you do for yourself regularly so that you can feel great too?
There are all kinds of modalities you could try or places where you can go to relax, including coming in to see me for a Reiki treat! If you're feeling stressed or run down, you will definitely feel better after one session, but for lasting rejuvenation you'll want to sign up for a weekly package. Even if you're someone like me that feels pretty good most of the time, you can recharge up to fantastic by treating yourself monthly. Repeated sessions recharge your energy and train your body to relax deeply so that you feel your best more often.
Since I believe regular self-care is so super important, there are a couple of different packages available to fit your lifestyle! A single session is $65, but a package of 4 is only $60 a session, or a package of 8 is only $50 a session. And for the super busy, there are shorter sessions $35 for one time, or a package of 4 for $30 each. Your recharge and relax package is yours to use how you prefer - schedule yourself for regular weekly or monthly self-care, or split the sessions with a friend or family member. Would you like to know how a package could work for you? Call me at 617-429-1793 or email me at joannscaparotti@gmail.com to schedule a free 15 minute consultation!
Whether you come for Reiki or prefer another way to relax - schedule some self-care for yourself this week and make it a regular thing on your to-do list!
So, I booked myself a Reiki session, and it was the best thing I could have done for myself. I went in there there feeling pretty ok, and I came out feeling fantastic! Whether you're stressed out by aspects of your life, or if you're feeling pretty good most of the time - taking time to treat yourself is so important! Feeling fantastic after an hour of relaxing with someone else doing the work was worth every penny - so I'm signing up to get a session every month! I mean, hey why feel ok when I can feel great? What do you do for yourself regularly so that you can feel great too?
There are all kinds of modalities you could try or places where you can go to relax, including coming in to see me for a Reiki treat! If you're feeling stressed or run down, you will definitely feel better after one session, but for lasting rejuvenation you'll want to sign up for a weekly package. Even if you're someone like me that feels pretty good most of the time, you can recharge up to fantastic by treating yourself monthly. Repeated sessions recharge your energy and train your body to relax deeply so that you feel your best more often.
Since I believe regular self-care is so super important, there are a couple of different packages available to fit your lifestyle! A single session is $65, but a package of 4 is only $60 a session, or a package of 8 is only $50 a session. And for the super busy, there are shorter sessions $35 for one time, or a package of 4 for $30 each. Your recharge and relax package is yours to use how you prefer - schedule yourself for regular weekly or monthly self-care, or split the sessions with a friend or family member. Would you like to know how a package could work for you? Call me at 617-429-1793 or email me at joannscaparotti@gmail.com to schedule a free 15 minute consultation!
Whether you come for Reiki or prefer another way to relax - schedule some self-care for yourself this week and make it a regular thing on your to-do list!
Thursday, October 4, 2007
urban vitality
A wise man once said to his daughter:
I heard this nugget of wisdom about 10 years ago, and my own life experiences have shown me the truth in it. For years, I would feel my best only when visiting or staying in the countryside - the silence, trees, fresh air did wonders for my sense of well-being. I even ran away to Vermont for almost a year, trying to make a life there because I craved to feel that well all the time. Eventually, I realized though, that well-being comes from within, not without, and that I could have the peace and vitality I craved living at home, near Boston, close to everything I enjoy in life.
This is what Urban Vitality is about - finding the inner vitality and wellness that is just waiting to unfold - even if you live in the most urban setting. You can feel as fantastic as you could feel on a retreat to the mountains, right here, right now in your own hectic city life. Urban Vitality is dedicated to showing you how.
Anyone can find peace and well-being in a gorgeous natural setting. A truly accomplished person can be at peace and be well no matter where she is in the world.
I heard this nugget of wisdom about 10 years ago, and my own life experiences have shown me the truth in it. For years, I would feel my best only when visiting or staying in the countryside - the silence, trees, fresh air did wonders for my sense of well-being. I even ran away to Vermont for almost a year, trying to make a life there because I craved to feel that well all the time. Eventually, I realized though, that well-being comes from within, not without, and that I could have the peace and vitality I craved living at home, near Boston, close to everything I enjoy in life.
This is what Urban Vitality is about - finding the inner vitality and wellness that is just waiting to unfold - even if you live in the most urban setting. You can feel as fantastic as you could feel on a retreat to the mountains, right here, right now in your own hectic city life. Urban Vitality is dedicated to showing you how.
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
how to practice compassion
There is a very simple Buddhist technique for developing compassion, which also happens to have the side effect of training the body to relax deeply while experiencing uncomfortable emotions. Use this technique first for developing compassion for yourself - for any difficulty, ill-health, frustration, pain, worry or concern that is weighing on you. You can also use this technique for forgiving yourself or others, to release the emotional hold of a trauma or betrayal on your life.
Find a place where you can sit comfortably without being interrupted for about 20 minutes. Take a few deep breaths in and out slowly to relax and center yourself. On an inhale, bring to mind what is painful or uncomfortable for you. Imagine bringing it into yourself fully, keeping an open mind and open heart about whatever you feel. Just allow yourself to feel without judgment. When you exhale, send out the intention of relief from pain or discomfort, send out the intention for peace and happiness. Repeat for as long as you can, or until you feel peaceful.
You can take this practice one step further in developing compassion for others. On your inhale, breathe in that which is painful and unwanted in the world with a sincere wish that others can be free from suffering. Keep an open mind and heart, and allow yourself to experience your emotions without judgment. When you exhale, send out the intention of relief from pain and suffering, send out the intention that you and others experience peace and happiness. Repeat as long as you can.
Find a place where you can sit comfortably without being interrupted for about 20 minutes. Take a few deep breaths in and out slowly to relax and center yourself. On an inhale, bring to mind what is painful or uncomfortable for you. Imagine bringing it into yourself fully, keeping an open mind and open heart about whatever you feel. Just allow yourself to feel without judgment. When you exhale, send out the intention of relief from pain or discomfort, send out the intention for peace and happiness. Repeat for as long as you can, or until you feel peaceful.
You can take this practice one step further in developing compassion for others. On your inhale, breathe in that which is painful and unwanted in the world with a sincere wish that others can be free from suffering. Keep an open mind and heart, and allow yourself to experience your emotions without judgment. When you exhale, send out the intention of relief from pain and suffering, send out the intention that you and others experience peace and happiness. Repeat as long as you can.
compassion as a path to relaxation
While our brain's interpretation of sensation may be fooled into perceiving seperateness, there is a part of our being that knows and can sense that everything is interconnected and moving in relation to everything else. We may not always be aware of the interconnection between everything in the universe, but we have this wisdom inside of us.
One way to develop awareness of this interconnection is to develop the skill of compassion. Compassion involves the willingness to feel pain and fear, to move beyond it to a state of wholeness. When you practice generating compassion, you can expect to feel discomfort.
Compassion practice involves learning to relax and allow yourself to move gently towards what scares you. The trick is to stay with the emotional distress without judging or resisting it. Let the fear and discomfort soften rather than harden you.
By developing compassion first for yourself, and then for others, you become more able to sense the interconnection between all living things on the planet. Through compassion you develop the capacity to be open to difference and things outside of your control because you no longer need to avoid things which make you fearful or uncomfortable.
When you are no longer using your energy to avoid fear or discomfort, you are free to relax deeply and enjoy life fully.
"Wisdom by itself is not enough. Compassion by itself is not enough. You have to have both." - author unknown
One way to develop awareness of this interconnection is to develop the skill of compassion. Compassion involves the willingness to feel pain and fear, to move beyond it to a state of wholeness. When you practice generating compassion, you can expect to feel discomfort.
"When your fear touches someone's pain, it becomes pity. When your love touches someone's pain, it becomes compassion." - Stephen Levine
Compassion practice involves learning to relax and allow yourself to move gently towards what scares you. The trick is to stay with the emotional distress without judging or resisting it. Let the fear and discomfort soften rather than harden you.
"The mind which is in the heart" is the source of all compassion
By developing compassion first for yourself, and then for others, you become more able to sense the interconnection between all living things on the planet. Through compassion you develop the capacity to be open to difference and things outside of your control because you no longer need to avoid things which make you fearful or uncomfortable.
When you are no longer using your energy to avoid fear or discomfort, you are free to relax deeply and enjoy life fully.
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