I'm ANGRY...this could end badly...or not

Sometimes we get angry. Sometimes we say or do mean things without thinking too much. Here are 3 steps to help avoid letting your anger get the best of you. 

1) Be a bystander

In other words close your mouth and be a bystander of your own mind and body.

Become aware of what you are feeling and what is happening to you, both physically and psychologically. Negative thoughts may be running through your head but do not allow them to manifest verbally. Think first then act if necessary. The immediate reactions to anger are hazardous to the most valued relationships. Once you pay close attention to your anger it will usually begin to subside.

2)Occupy your mind

Think about the good. 

The negativity dwelling in your mind is like rotten fruit in a fruit basket. Your thoughts have the potential to rot other elements of your life, especially friendships.

"Anger will never disappear so long as thoughts of resentment are cherished in the mind"

-Buddha

3) Re-visit the situation

After your anger is laid to rest, approach the situation with logical intentions. This last step isn't even necessary if the situation doesn't call for confrontation. 

If you are still angry after going through these steps...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18-xvIjH8T4 

Sincerely from a person who was angry yesterday, 

Tessia

Yoga Helped My Skateboarding

Photo courtesy of Kahuna Creations

Balance throughout life is the key to a great journey.  Balance on the board is the key to executing any basic board maneuver.  Yoga has been perfect to help train the body to work harmoniously, to remain flexible, centered and ultimately increase balance.  I love this pic.  I have never tried yoga on the board but I can see it working.  Go for it.  Contact Surf, Wind and Fire about participating in a yoga session.  Come early and we always use the empty store to try some new skateboards.  Just never thought of putting the two together but I can now see the light.   

Why Yoga?

I recently started practicing yoga every morning.

 There were 3 motivations backing this decision:

1) Improving my posture

2) Focussing more on the present moment

3) Watching this video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3TEFmzX0B9I

And since I really do NOT know what I am doing, thank goodness for professionals who do!

Surf, Wind, and Fire is now offering Yoga classes on Monday nights at 7 in downtown New Bern.

http://www.facebook.com/SurfWindFire

Next venture will be Pilates! Check it out at http://www.facebook.com/DowntownPilatesNewBern?ref=ts&fref=ts

Try a new activity with an open mind and let it shift your thoughts in a positive direction. That is my challenge to you! 

I'll report back in a couple of weeks and share my thoughts, feelings, and transformations regarding this endeavor.  

Peace, 

Tessia

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