GOOD MORNING PRECIOUS ONES
Honouring the Universe – The philosophy of The Australasian Yoga Institute….
I have become aware over many years that most people are deathly afraid of their own feelings. They talk to themselves all the time in a negative fashion and this sabotage destroys their life. They are not only unsure of what God is, they are even "allergic" to the word "God". Most of the younger generation and a large percentage of the older one feel utterly betrayed by religion and spirituality of any kind.
Perhaps you may agree that we are an "oppressed people". I am not negating the value of religion, but putting forward the view that maybe it has been used to dominate… The Romans for instance were instrumental in the crucification of Jesus, then reinterpreted His message and co-opted it into what they called Christianity – a one-size-fits-all view, naming easter after the Babylonian Goddess Astarte, organising Christmas to coincide with the solstice and the crucifix which was a symbol of life became the symbol of death. Just look at what the Natzis did with the Swastika. In Sanskrit SWASTIKA means "blessings". Even though it is a wonderful symbol of spirituality it is impossible to see it without thinking of an oppressor and the oppressed.
It is true, in abuse of any kind, the abused is more likely to carry that abuse on. In this way we can understand that the perpetrator of abuse, is himself abused/oppressed.
There are very subtle forms of oppression too. Television advertising, politics (not so subtle), video games etc.
I have come to see that many of us have lost that Divine Connection. Our relationship to "The Creator" however you view that. We (spiritual beings having a human experience) have the capacity to link with the Creator of all things for the good of all beings – with nothing standing between us and The Creator.
It is time (as it always is) for compassion. The primary message of the Buddha as it turns out. It is time for you to blossom, to flower for the joy of humanity. Let your light shine.
THE NEWSLETTERS AND THE BLOGS
Because the blogs allow me to type in news under their various headings every day (not just once a week), I am putting more and more in the blogs, and only the immediate things in the newsletter. So, put my blogs in your diary, look at them often, I usually say on Facebook when I have done a "blogspot morning". I even twitter from time to time. I am totally amazed by Stephen Fry and others who must twitter avery 15 minutes during the day. When do they have time to do other things? – when the rest of us are sleeping?
If you want to check out the GF (Gluten Free) blog all about THE SIMPLE LIFE, the address is www.mygfday.blogspot.com.au
Catch up with me any time on my YOGA BLOG www.myyogabeautiful.blogspot.com
I am putting this newsletter up on the blog after I have posted it here. So if you want to get in first with the newsletter – I put it on the blog before it goes to the publisher…… that's where to look.
AND A NEW ONE all about my paintings. www.notquitemirka.blogspot.com. This is where you will get news about the progress of the set of CHAKRA MANDALAS. Won't be too long coming now.
"YARN-BOMBING" We will be returning to yarn bombing at the beginning of the school year, and hope that you will be joining us then, even if you can't knit!
We have permission from the RSL to proceed with decorations for ANZAC DAY. We are not allowed to decorate the Oak Trees in the Avenue of Honour, but we can do a lost anything else. So, what we plan is to make hundreds of red "poppies" and place them on stalks in front of the library.
The plan is to make them out of red wool, using curtain rings as a base – just like a miniature version of the Christmas Wreaths. If you can't get to the Friday Sessions, then just do them at home and deliver them to us.
(If you are looking for a Holiday project, go see the ZPAGETTI on the web site shop www.yogabeautiful.com.au)
HOW ABOUT AFFILIATING IN THE NEW YEAR?
You have been teaching for some time now, have a full book in your classes? The next step is to apply for affiliation with us so that you can be a teacher training centre where you are. We still do all the modules, the theory, but you get to teach the asanas, techniques – the hands-on stuff.
It is the natural progression, and you can set your own rates, your own school name etc – just under our banner. Think about it and get back to me.
"You are the ruby in the heart of granite. How long will you try to deceive us. We can see the truth in your eyes. So come, return to the root of the root of your own self" (Rumi)
YOGA CLASSES
STUDIO WITH JAHNE: Monday, Tuesday and Friday at 6.30.
Saturday 12.30 - Restorative Yoga - "The Strawberries and Cream" of yoga.
WOODEND COMMUNITY CENTRE: Wed. 12.30 and Saturday at 10. $5 pp per class, bring a mat
INNISFREE: Yoga/life skills Mon. Wed. 2.30. Yoga: Sat. 2.30pm Bookings required.
"DUNIERA": From March this year for 8 weeks, I will be holding the Tuesday evening class at Duniera, a fabulous old mansion on Mt.Macedon. You won't often get the opportunity to do your yoga in such splendid surroundings (actually the kitchen alone is large enough to have a class in, just by itself). The cost of the class is $20 because custodial staff needs to be employed to watch that we don't run off with the paintings, or drapes. This is a "one off" chance to do yoga in a beautiful old mansion, so take advantage of this opportunity.
DIVINE REST
YOGA NIDRA RELAXATION
I will be holding sessions here at the Studio starting on Tuesday the 28th January at 10am. $125 per 10 week term. (Studio Members $5 per session).
Lie down, relax and listen. There is no way you can do it wrong. The effects are powerful. Yoga Nidra strengthens the immune system, can permanently lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, can reduce or eliminate pain medication, reduce anxiety, depression and addictions, and strengthens the immune system. It is also a fantastic cure for insomnia. Please email me to book a spot: yogafirst@netcon.net.au
YOGA TEACHER TRAINING MORNING: Wednesday 5TH February at 9am (not 9.30). Please make every effort to be there, the classes are getting better and better. Much more participation and discussion. This will be our last before the new year. The next one will be Wednesday 5TH February.
"SAMSARA". A fabulous movie and one that Deb and I encourage you all to see. In order to make it easier to view we are at the moment looking at ways to make it available here for you to come and see with us – getting a bigger screen. This movies is not one that can be appreciated "pocket size". We could also get the DVD if you can't for whatever reason access it. Let us know. (yogafirst@netcon.net.au)
"Circle the sun and you become a sun. Circle a Master and you become one" (Rumi)
MYYOGABOOKS.ETSY.COM
I have been putting my books on Etsy. They can be downloaded there in PDF format at the prices above. It is easy and it is quick. We will be putting all our books and CD's there for you to purchase.www.myyogabooks.etsy.com So you can get them on our web site, increasingly through Ebook formats, and on Etsy. Your choice. Whatever is easiest for you.
THE YAMAS - I have just had a look, it is beautiful. It looks like a real book (I don't know what I expected!) Access it on ETSY where it is available as a PDF for $7.99 www.MyYogaBooks.etsy.com
If you are "fence sitting", deciding whether to be a yoga teacher, to move from the "introduction course" to the full professional certification, then you would do well to read the book I have just put on easy. " HOW TO BECOME A YOGA TEACHER BY HOME STUDY". The cost of this book is $2.99 and it is available by going to
Www.MyYogaBooks.etsy.com. If you are an Affiliate and have some students you would like to enrol in your teacher training course, then this may be a good investment. This book has just been made Available on iBooks too.
"101 WAYS TO KICK START YOUR YOGA BUSINESS and your life (via the Yamas)". $2.99 each, and available to everyone and also on Etsy www.myyogabooks.etsy.com
"There is no ladder to climb; there is only the first step, and the first step is an everlasting step" Krishnamurti
REGISTRATION/INSURANCE for $275 TOGETHER! The two!
Please check your insurance status. Just to reiterate….This offer is NOT available without the Registration. It is because you are Registering through us that the Insurance company was able to lower their price. We lowered ours a little to show good faith, and Bingo! A fantastic offer. If you don't use it, the numbers will drop making it impractical, and we will revert to the old way and the old price (ouch!). (Registration/Insurance on the web site www.yogabeautiful.com.au)
THE SHOP on our Web site…..
Instore now – Our newest Radiant Core DVD of course. The ZPAGETTI knitting yarn in all colours. Our best sellers are neti pots, plus - real liquorice root tea, bands, straps, yoga mat bags, tarot cards and so on and so on. If you have an item you would like to sell, please let me know. We are always looking for items for the shop. I have put up some of my tiny little sweaters which are actually "egg cosies". I know its an old fashioned idea, but very useful.
As you know, we are agents for a wonderful environmentally friendly yarn called ZPAGETTI. This new yarn is also great to knit bags, cushions, fruit bowls, rugs etc etc. Free pattern with the purchase of the yarn. It knits up fast!!!! JOIN THE STUDIO CROCHET AND KNITTING CLASSES IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A MAT BUT DON'T KNOW HOW.
ETSY – A market place site. Very exciting. Please have a browse if you never have been before. If you want to buy from us on ETSY, please go to www.myyogabooks.etsy.com
Instead of having a cup and going backward and forward to the Ocean, each time just getting a cupful. Become a cup LIVING IN THE OCEAN – the Ocean of Shakti, the Ocean of energy.
THE RECIPES – "No grain no pain" A GUIDE TO THE SIMPLE LIFE.
I am doing more and more of this topic on the blogspot. This week, Strawberry Cream Cheese, and pancakes, and notes on our honey. If you want these recipes, then hop across. For this Recipe and others go to www.mygfday.blogspot.com.au
NUT MILK BAGS
If you are paying more and more for nut milks why not make your own. It is simple. I have used the bags for straining herb teas, de-leafing the frog pond, making a mixed nut milk, straining my vinegar. My next thing is learning to grow alfa-alfa in it. Sprouts! www.yogabeautiful.com.au
THE GARDEN:
I heard from the people at the local Blueberry Farm that there will be NO OPEN DAYS THIS YEAR. There are hardly any berries. They have just done what I have done, installed bees – but we have left our run too late for this years crop, as we have missed the flowing season. Hopefully we will notice the difference next year and subsequent years as the effect of the bees pollinating job is felt. My elderberries have been suffering from lack of bees so next year I am looking forward to a bumper crop.
If you have noticed a lack of bees, maybe you should get some. If the thought of collecting the honey amidst a swarm of bees is holding you back, there are bee farmers out there who will provide the hive and the bees, and do the collection in return for a percentage of the honey. You garden gets the benefit of the bees.
BEE LOVERS - I have ordered "THE SHAMANIC WAY OF THE BEE". If you would like to reserve a copy email me yogafirst@netcon.net.au I am not sure of the cost. About $15 I would expect plus postage.
YIN YOGA DVD with Paul Grilley
These sell all the year…. We are selling these for under $40 plus postage which may explain our turnover. When I bought mine I paid nearly $100 for it and was pleased to do it. So if you want a set, order now from the shop on our web site – or ring Debbie and she will post one out as soon as they come to hand – call on Tuesdays or Wednesdays at 0354 273 518 (or order one when you come to teacher training. Www.yogabeautiful.com.au
JAHNE'S MENTORING SESSIONS – "Step4th Mentoring"
Because Jahne has been teaching yoga for more than 40 years, and running a business the Buddhist way for much longer than that (and successfully) she is often asked for advice. Asking course questions is free, but, if you wish to have Jahne help you with relationships, career, or just getting personally "unstuck" then that is coaching/mentoring and does come with a cost. Her charge per half hour for mentoring is $75 and $65 for student teachers. It is amazing how much you can shift in half an hour when you strip away the unnecessary chatter. It's the Buddhist way.
"THE WOODEND MINISTRY OF FOOD".
I am concerned about food, specifically how your council uses it - and they must use lots at council meetings, throughout your Shire. What do they buy, how much does it cost, and what is the wastage? Giving away piles of food to overfed, over-sugared council staff at the end of meetings, is not a wise use of food. There should be little wastage. They say they are concerned by the problem of obesity and diabetes in the communities, but this is not reflected in the food – they should be leading the way and they are not. I would appreciate feedback – lots of feedback – about the food at your councils and tuckshops. Please contact me at yogafirst@netcon.net.au. If you have time read "The Ethics of what we Eat" by Peter singer.
'A CIRCLE OF WOMEN" (our monthly meetings – next one see above)
A CIRCLE OF WOMEN may just be the most powerful force known to humanity. If you have one, embrace it. If you need one, seek it. DIVE IN, HOLD ON, LOVE IT UP. Get naked. Let them see you. Let them hold you. Let your reluctant tears fall. Let yourself rise fierce and love gentle. YOU WILL BE CHANGED. The very fabric of your being will be altered by this, if you allow it. PLEASE, PLEASE ALLOW IT (author:: Jeanette Leblanc).
Our yoga classes are the source of a CIRCLE OF WOMEN, and the luncheon functions and etc provides the fun part of our circle. Please join in.
REGARDING DEBBIE – If you want to speak to Debbie about any aspect of the courses – she has done them, please remember that she only comes in on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. She is available on Ph: 0354 273 518. I am always here, and available preferably on email or text because I teach. Don't hesitate to email me and I will answer your email or text as soon as I can..
Log on to our Web site www.yogabeautiful.com.au,
and tune in to our videos daily.
ENJOY – Love and Blessings,
Namaste Jahne
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