Caitlin: In the beginning, there is no self-regulation. As infants, we need others to co-regulate. As we grow up, we are taught to regulate on our own – e.g. “go to your room to calm down.” We are then praised for being independent. This is a reminder that you don’t need to go it alone. As … Continued
“Enlightenment is permanent because we have not produced it; we have merely discovered it. In the Buddhist tradition the analogy of the sun appearing from behind the clouds is often used to explain the discovery of enlightenment” – Chogyam Trungpa Caitlin: Together we’ll explore our clouds (i.e. thoughts, emotions, sensations, distractions) and invite them to settle … Continued
Caitlin: If we consider this existence and all time and space to be sacred, we might consider honouring that sacredness by integrating more ritual and ceremony into everyday living. How might it feel to treat each day ceremonially, from the moment we wake until the time we go to bed? We’ll use mindfulness, presence and curiosity … Continued
Caitlin: The tension between the opposite poles of despair and empowerment makes each experience possible. In other words, we can’t fully experience empowerment unless we also experience its shadow – despair. Inspired by the work of ecophilosopher Joanna Macy, we’ll look at the way despair and empowerment work together to facilitate each other into being. Like … Continued
Caitlin: Happy Valentine’s Day y’all. Is it happy? Or are you still looking for your long lost love(s)? Maybe you’re fighting with your partner(s) or having doubts about your recent engagement. Whatever your relationship status, tonight we practice loving ourselves. Forget about showering yourself with Hallmark inspired chocolate and rose petals, (unless you’re into that). Sitting … Continued