Author Archives: perlgurl

Fear is the mind killer

Posted on September 20, 2014 by perlgurl

“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourself, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous … Continue reading →

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So tired…..

Posted on September 19, 2014 by perlgurl

Sitting at my desk trying to focus on code, but my eyes are burning from being overly tired and it is so hard to focus right now. I’ve got stuff to do tonight still so no early bedtime for this … Continue reading →

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Transformation and vivid dreams

Posted on September 19, 2014 by perlgurl

I woke from some really strong and vivid dreams today, which is slightly unusual for me. There there were two different dreams that melted into each other, the first one I was quite sad. In the first dream I had … Continue reading →

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“Softening the edges”

Posted on September 18, 2014 by perlgurl

Tonight I had an interesting lack of a reaction to something that would have in past triggered an angry response. I’ve talked it out with myself and a couple of close friends and while I am not sure what the … Continue reading →

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Personal practice

Posted on September 17, 2014 by perlgurl

This morning I woke up with the thought that this is the most valuable lesson I likely learned during Yoga Teacher Training. Not just for yoga, but for anything I want to succeed at. Time to build that practice!

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Yes I can!

Posted on September 16, 2014 by perlgurl

I’m really excited about something coming up that is both scary and fun. I don’t want to say too much since I still have some amount of fear, but I know I can do this. I can do this!! I … Continue reading →

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Back in the classroom

Posted on September 9, 2014 by perlgurl

After a summer break I was back in the studio tonight with two classes taught and wonderful students willing to learn. It’s like coming HOME!

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Weekend (working) warrior

Posted on September 8, 2014 by perlgurl

Climbed on the roof and cleaned the gutters and did not fall down. Harvested most of the food from my garden, put together a compost pile and then prepped the beds and compost pile for the winter. Packed up almost … Continue reading →

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Postive reinforcement

Posted on September 8, 2014 by perlgurl

“If someone offers you an amazing opportunity and you’re not sure you can do it, say yes—then learn how to do it later.” ~ Richard Branson I saw this on a friend’s facebook page today. The timing is excellent, as … Continue reading →

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Shhhhhhh……if you don’t tell anyone, I won’t!

Posted on September 5, 2014 by perlgurl

Walked around downtown for First Friday and discovered why Elegant Memories is closed, but in doing so we found this awesome safe that was the personal vault of the original building owner.

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