Divine Feminine Yoga Telesummit

Finding the right blog recommendation for Blog Thursday is sometimes easier said than done. Usually by Thursday, I’ve run across something that excites me and that fits in with my weekly and monthly themes. This week, I am grateful for the jet lag that got me up early this morning so I could spend unhurried time poking around on the Internet. The irony of getting stressed while looking for a good relaxation blog is not lost on me! Hubby and I are still having some tantrums about leaving Switzerland, apparently. Thank God I have a massage booked for tomorrow.

Funny thing is, I’ve been more focused than usual on my own relaxation. Currently I am doing the Chopra Center’s 21-Day Meditation Challenge. Although I’ve meditated for years, I’m not always consistent with my practice, and I’m using this program to get back into a daily routine. I do try to practice what I preach here at A Woman’s Nest! (NOTE: The link I provided is to iAmplify, where you can download audio and video files to your computer. They offer regular discounts, so get on their e-mail list for some good deals.)

In addition, I’ve been listening to the Divine Feminine Yoga Telesummit, which is totally FREE. If you have an interest, you can listen to all the discussions online for the next year or so. I love listening to these beautiful women as they teach yoga from a female perspective, and my practice feels more inspired. This is not the first time I’ve done a yoga conference online. Yogahub offers a great one each year, usually in February. It may sound counter-intuitive to attend a yoga conference from one’s living room, but it works.

This week, I am recommending Great Relaxation, a blog filled with relaxation tips. Some are familiar to us — “avoid negative thoughts” at work, for example — but there’s some thoughtful information here about using soft colors to relax, getting fresh air, and using stress balls. I find that sometimes I need to be reminded of what I already know, and Great Relaxation does that. Check it out if you get the chance.

Since I’m planning to post some of my novel for Friday Fiction tomorrow, I’d better get busy and relax! See you tomorrow!

Terrace View — View From a Restaurant Terrace - prices are high, but the view is worth it!

***HAPPY LABOR DAY!***

As we begin our second week in Sils, Switzerland, we have discovered that seeing everything on this trip, our second, is impossible. We hike or bike to one town and find trails to others, snaking out across the Engadin Region through mountains, valleys, and charming towns. The Italian tourists, who fill the area in August, are headed home to start their autumn, so this should be a quieter week. On Saturday we dodged tour groups, bikes, hikers, and horse-drawn carriages in a manner that felt more like being in a live video game than anything.

Funny…when we travel we get tired of seeing art and ruins, but I never tire of seeing another mountain or glacier. My husband, Henry, is already planning next year’s return!

I want to welcome visiting bloggers who are participating in the Platform-Building Challenge. I’m excited about making new friends and getting to know your blogs better! I’m impressed with the quality of writing I’ve seen.

For those new to A Woman’s Nest, here’s how I do things: on Mondays I preview the week, offering a few reflections along the way.

Tuesdays are days for book and DVD reviews that may be of interest to women at midlife. This week, I will review Meditation Secrets for Women by Camille Maurine. Since this month’s focus is on finding stillness and relaxation, I thought this book would be a great way to launch the new month.

By the way, in a curious synchronicity, Yogawoman.tv is promoting a free telesummit that fits in well with our September topic, so I want to pass along the info. If you’re interested, click on the Divine Feminine Yoga Telesummit link to get information. If you can’t listen to the telesummit live, you can listen to recordings later at your leisure. Some great teachers are contributing, and I’m sure they’ll be sharing info similar to what I’ll be sharing this month.

Wednesdays are for feature posts based on the monthly topic. I’ll start by offering tips on what to do when we struggle with doubt and discouragement as we pursue our dreams. Thursdays, I recommend a blog that I’ve run across during the week. I didn’t used to post on Friday, but will offer fun stuff then, including my own fiction within the next month or so.

Swiss Flowers — Though wildflower season has passed, there are plenty of beautiful flowers to enjoy!

Welcome to old friends and new! Thank you for visiting my site. If you know someone who may have an interest, please share the link, and I will do the same for you!

Pumpkin Risotto — How about a little pumpkin risotto with goat cheese?

Blog Thursday: Great Relaxation

Good Morning, Monday! Guten Morgen, Montag! Buongiorno, Lunedi!