I came across the term wabi-sabi, twice in two weeks from two different sources.  Much to my dismay, I misread it both times as wasabi, which was a vivid demonstration of how we can limit ourselves to only see expected patterns.  Wabi-sabi is a Japanese concept of  "finding beauty in things that are simple, rustic, and maybe even incomplete."  When I realized my mistake, I instantly thought, "What an inspiring way to break out of my patterns?"

Thus, I am hosting casual dinners where everyone  contributes conversation, food and connection.  I am successfully appreciating the beautiful flowers that are slowly unfolding in my yard, rather than the weeds and bare patches.  I am redefining the yard-stick by which I measure success to emphasize personal satisfaction, over dollars and cents.  By permitting myself to see beauty in simplicity and incompleteness, I am able to approach life with a more relaxed way of being - one that is more in-tune with what's most important to me.  Simplicity inspires me to shed the unnecessary. Incompleteness gives me the space to evolve, to grow, and to strive.

Innovative programs, such as January's Guided Forgiveness Meditation and February's This I Believe Discussion Group, are creating an excited buzz amongst those in attendance.  Meanwhile, circumstances are demanding that I continue to make changes: new phone number (805-504-6640), new programs, and new locations.  In early March I will be attending the SYTAR Yoga Therapy Conference, which I suspect will inspire new paths and offerings.  Knowing this, March's schedule is intentionally light, but stay tuned for April!     

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