My daughter and I started on Monday having a little quiet time, a little stretching together in the mornings. Being she's in the 10th grade, it's a very special 15 or so minutes together, and we do a little devotion to prepare and strengthen ourselves for the day.
In my quiet times, it's becoming increasingly important that I think of the tasks at hand, not the task "list." The "list of what to do" is created by me. The "tasks at hand" are divine.
People first--ALWAYS before "stuff." We are designed for relationship. It's relationships we take with us when we leave this world. "Stuff" will burn.
I have enough. I do enough. I am enough. Enough is enough.
The awareness that I am causing most of my trouble is alarming. God wants me to be with him. Do His will. "Men tend to multiply duties in their observance of religion . . . lulling the soul into a comatose condition."
It's not about me . . .
Words are important. What I say does matter. We taught kiddos the "Kids at Hope" pledge today:
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Breathe
Breathing is a natural "reset" option that we don't nearly explore often enough . . .
This past week my daughter was upset when transitioning from one responsibility to another and my husband said, "breathe."
I was upset about a family squabble, and I was getting louder and louder as my emotions escalated and my husband again said, "breathe."
A parent at school stopped to share something, and I could tell she was trying to share something big. I gently said, "take a deep breath."
A kindergartner lost her head today and hit another child trying to do "her job." We talked about impulsivity--how do you stop yourself when you have a bad idea? We reviewed the breathing toolbox, and tried some choo choo breathing.
I try to incorporate breath work in every lesson, and I'm always amazed how the entire class, the physical space, seems to calm with the deep breathing.
What an amazing tool in your toolbox?! Breathe. You can think more clearly. Your body can work more efficiently. And the price is right!
Sesame Street has a great Belly Breathing Song out on youtube! My kids love it, and I love sharing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mZbzDOpylA
The Breathing Toolbox -- https://sites.google.com/site/mrsbroam/home/breathing
This past week my daughter was upset when transitioning from one responsibility to another and my husband said, "breathe."
I was upset about a family squabble, and I was getting louder and louder as my emotions escalated and my husband again said, "breathe."
A parent at school stopped to share something, and I could tell she was trying to share something big. I gently said, "take a deep breath."
A kindergartner lost her head today and hit another child trying to do "her job." We talked about impulsivity--how do you stop yourself when you have a bad idea? We reviewed the breathing toolbox, and tried some choo choo breathing.
I try to incorporate breath work in every lesson, and I'm always amazed how the entire class, the physical space, seems to calm with the deep breathing.
What an amazing tool in your toolbox?! Breathe. You can think more clearly. Your body can work more efficiently. And the price is right!
Sesame Street has a great Belly Breathing Song out on youtube! My kids love it, and I love sharing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mZbzDOpylA
The Breathing Toolbox -- https://sites.google.com/site/mrsbroam/home/breathing
Balloon Breath
Bees Breath
Breath of Joy
Bunny Breath
Candle--Flower
Choo Choo Breathing
Cooling Breath
Darth Vader Breathing
Dragon Breath
Flower Breath
Hands Flower Breath
Humming Circle
Square Breathing
Switch Breath
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Ocean Om Yoga
I've enjoyed "Ocean OM Yoga" with Deni Ashby at Edisto Beach this month! If you are visiting Edisto, be sure to attend an 8:30 class on a Tuesday or Thursday morning at the Pavillion Tap Room.
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Family Fun Afternoon
On Sunday, November 20, four Pleasant Hill Elementary Families gathered for Thanksgiving Fun!
https://sites.google.com/site/mrsbroam/home/yoga/family
We are thankful for:
https://sites.google.com/site/mrsbroam/home/yoga/family
We are thankful for:
- our families
- opportunities to move and breathe
- techniques to manage anger and stress
- good stories and good times!
Monday, October 10, 2011
Storytime with Yoga
Requirement for Home Study, p. 43
https://sites.google.com/site/mrsbroam/home/yoga/2nd
https://sites.google.com/site/mrsbroam/home/yoga/4th
Here's one more story by a 4th Grade:
It was a crazy day on the farm! Pig was rolling in the mud and Dog was sleeping on the couch. Dog woke up and chased Pig up and down the mountain. These crazy animals woke up the sleeping warrior during their chase! The warrior joined the chased. These three ran into a monkey who then also joined the chase. The monkey started throwing bananas. Everyone started throwing food! FOOD FIGHT!
Mrs. Broam then introduced "chair" pose for everyone to have a seat after having so much fun!
I was amazed at the creativity of the students! They had no problem whatsoever knitting a story together with the variety of poses I introduced.
I altered the sequence of characters in one class created story to flow more smoothly when I shared the story with another class:
Dog, Cat, Rat, Pig, and Cow to Cat, Cow, Dog, Rat, and Pig
https://sites.google.com/site/mrsbroam/home/yoga/2nd
https://sites.google.com/site/mrsbroam/home/yoga/4th
Here's one more story by a 4th Grade:
It was a crazy day on the farm! Pig was rolling in the mud and Dog was sleeping on the couch. Dog woke up and chased Pig up and down the mountain. These crazy animals woke up the sleeping warrior during their chase! The warrior joined the chased. These three ran into a monkey who then also joined the chase. The monkey started throwing bananas. Everyone started throwing food! FOOD FIGHT!
Mrs. Broam then introduced "chair" pose for everyone to have a seat after having so much fun!
I was amazed at the creativity of the students! They had no problem whatsoever knitting a story together with the variety of poses I introduced.
I altered the sequence of characters in one class created story to flow more smoothly when I shared the story with another class:
Dog, Cat, Rat, Pig, and Cow to Cat, Cow, Dog, Rat, and Pig
Sunday, August 21, 2011
40 Days of Yoga--COMPLETE!
Day 19-7/24/11-Yoga Sculpt DVD--30 minutes
Day 20-7/25/11-Yogalosophy DVD--50 minutes
Day 21-7/26/11-Yoga Burn DVD--20 minutes
Day 22-7/27/11-Gold's BodyVIVE--70 minutes
I showed up for the yoga class and a sub taught BodyVIVE instead. It was a combination of "cardio exercise, resistance work, core training, mobility and balance training." Some folks left and didn't even give it a try. I thought this kinda illustrated how flexibility in thinking, being open-minded, is a skill to strengthen just like physical flexibility! The music was great, the class was fun, it was something different, kind of serendipitous. It was a "happy accident" I very much enjoyed.
Day 23-7/28/11-Yoga Sculpt DVD--30 minutes
Day 24-7/29/11-Yoga--40 minutes
I did this practice in a tent! Kinda a "hot yoga" setting. We were camping in VA, and I was determined to stay on schedule. I was pleased how this practiced worked, under such unlikely circumstances!
Day 25-7/30/11-Yoga--45 minutes
We were scheduled to do biking on the VA Creeper Trail today. While folks were setting shuttle, Lydia and I went up the hillside and found a sunny spot to do a yoga practice. I couldn't talk Lyddie into practicing, but she was a good buddy, looking out for ants and bugs! I mostly enjoyed the outdoor setting, excepting the creepy crawlies . . .
Day 26-7/31/11-Yogalosophy DVD--50 minutes
Day 27-8/1/11-Yoga Essentials VHS--24 minutes
Day 28-8/2/11-Yoga Essentials VHS & Power Yoga DVD--37 minutes
Day 29-8/3/11-Gold's Gym Yoga--60 minutes
This was my last morning class before school starts . . . I am really gonna miss this class . . .
Day 30-8/4/11-Hatha Yoga VHS & Power Yoga DVD--35 minutes
Day 31-8/5/11-Yoga Sculpt DVD & Daily Dozen Yoga Stretch DVD--42 minutes
Day 32-8/6/11-The Athlete's Pocket Guide to Yoga by Sage Rountree-16 minutes
I did the "Sun Salutations" series outlined in this resource as well as the "IT Band" routine at the end of a busy, busy day. I've tried several sequences from this book and have enjoyed the variety--lotta good stuff in this little volume!
Day 33-8/7/11-Strength & Core Yoga DVD--30 minutes
Day 34-8/8/11-Yoga Burn DVD--30 minutes
Day 35-8/9/11-Yoga Legs DVD--10 minutes
School starts back tomorrow for teachers . . . important to squeeze in a little moving!
Day 36-8/10/11-Yoga Buns VHS--30 minutes
Day 37-8/11/11-Gold's Gym Yoga--60 minutes
I literally dozed during stretches . . . I was so pooped from cranking up the school year. The relaxing stretches were welcome relief to tight and stressed muscles.
Day 38-8/12/11-Yogalosophy DVD--10 minutes
Day 39-8/13/11-The Athlete's Pocket Guide to Yoga by Sage Rountree-22 minutes
Moon Salutations & Hip Openers
Day 40-8/14/11-Yoga Essentials VHS & Core Strength Yoga VHS (using stability ball as prop)--27 minutes
What an exciting journey! If I happen to miss a day of yoga now, my body lets me know!
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Relaxation Reflections
Lyddie and I did a practice this morning and when we completed our final relaxation, I got out the crayons and a big piece of paper to "draw how we are feeling now." This is the activity on p. 55 of the GFY@ Home Self-Study. This was a neat opportunity to picture thoughts and emotions. She drew a tree and grass and waterfall and flowers. She said, "I feel like nature." "I feel calm." "I feel like a butterfly, flying high in the sky." "I feel like a panda bear--I feel strong." She said, "We should do this everyday, Mom!" Ain't that the truth??!
I drew a picture too, and I felt like a cloud in the sky, light and "unburdened." I felt warm and peaceful, like the sun was shining on me. What a great way to start the day, carefree and relieved of worries and concerns!
We are thankful for what our practice taught us today.
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