By Heather Greaves
It's past my bedtime I'm feeling so tired; and I've decided to use some yoga exercises and techniques to change to a feeling good state so I can complete this article. I also want to finish the writing in the shortest time ever. My strategy is:
1. Energize with stronger breathing
2. Posture - sit well to increase alertness
3. Self Talk - remind myself that it is possible
4. Accept Imperfections - go easy on me
Breathing - I chose a technique called Kapalabhati which means shining skull. It's a powerful exhalation and a passive inhalation, that kind of sounds like a choo-choo train. This technique can be practiced for 5 minutes. I practice for just 10 seconds with a steady gentle rhythm. It is enough. I feel more alive instantly. This is a cleansing breath and good to do if you feel you are getting a cold. I've practiced another round of ten powerful exhalations and will probably do another before the article is finished.
Posture - I've planted both feet on the ground, and am sitting up tall. I feel strong. My body feels solid. There's a bit of discomfort at my left shoulder blade, so I twist a bit to see if it would make a difference. The discomfort is planning on staying. Perhaps a soak in the tub will help. I catch myself crossing ankles and uncross them. When both feet are firmly on the ground, there's an increase of mental and physical stability and determination.
Self Talk - With the intention set to encourage myself, the mind got the message and is cooperating. Focus is here and I'm moving through the article with great ease. I appreciate that the mind is staying on track at this time. The technique of setting the intention is a powerful one. I was quite clear and determined that it is possible to write quickly, and somehow must have believed that my goal could be achieved even more than I realized. I've been wanting to increase my efficiency for a few days now.
Accept Imperfections - There's an energy sapper - always wanting perfection. Precious time and energy spent making sure every 'i' has a dot and every 't' crossed. I did it again. Went back to the top and made an improvement, only one, then I caught myself. Deep breaths. It takes time to change habits. I accept this imperfection - that I want the article to be clearer and clearer. Of course, it can always be better. I love and accept myself as I am, and am learning to let go of the desire to be perfect.
There, it's done. I am still alert. My feet are crossed. I uncross them. My posture is upright. My mind is still. Time for bed. The discomfort in my shoulder blade is practically gone.
May you learn ways to move from a feeling so tired state to a feeling good state, whether through yoga exercises or some other form of self care.
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