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2018 By Sarah

21st June - a BIG date!!⁣ *International Day of

21st June - a BIG date!!⁣
*International Day of Yoga⁣
*Winter Solstice (Southern Hemisphere)⁣
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Solstice comes from the Latin ‘sol’ (sun) and ‘sistere’ (to stand still) and marks the point when the Sun appears to stand still on it’s seasonal path. ⁣
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The Winter solstice celebrates the longest night of the year and reminds us that just as the moon gives birth to the sun, the longest dark night will always be followed by the light. ⁣
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As part of your Winter Solstice ritual - dedicate some time for meditation and reflection. ⁣
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Light a candle and set some intentions, just like seeds, in readiness for the arrival of Spring. ⁣
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You can see our Winter Solstice Ritual (page 11) in the Winter Retreat eMag which is FREE and instantly downloadable - link in bio.⁣
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And two of my favourite Winter Solstice journal prompts:⁣
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#1 What is the most nourish thing that I could do for myself this Winter is? (what are your self care practices)⁣
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#2 My biggest most audacious dream for the year ahead is? (what are your dreams for the future).⁣
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#WinterSolstice #WinterinMelbourne #internationaldayofyoga #yogalife #solstice #wintersolsticeritual #ritual #meditation #moongazing #seasonsoflife #auspiciousdays #june2021 #celebratethelight #sacredpractices

A few weeks ago I signed up for Mental Health Firs

A few weeks ago I signed up for Mental Health First Aid Training being offered at the local life saving club.⁣
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Such a great initiative, sponsored by the local council and Life Saving Victoria.⁣
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We completed Day 1 today and will continue learning and discussing tomorrow.⁣
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As a meditation teacher it was so great to see the many reference to mindfulness, and conscious relaxation, as some of the tools to support mental health and well-being.⁣
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I get it!⁣
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I have my own experiences to inform me on the effectiveness and transformational qualities of mindfulness, and as a teacher seen the power of these ancient tools for others, not only supporting general well-being, and positively influencing anxiety, but even in navigating panic attacks.⁣
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Being able to positively ‘hack’ the nervous system, initiate the relaxation response and ground yourself when you need or want too .. can be life changing.⁣
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Looking forward to a good nights sleep and another day of learning .. with the gentle lapping of the water and seagulls singing as our soundscape!⁣
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#meditationteacher #mindfulness #mentalhealthfirstaid ⁣#wellbeing #melbournelockdownlove #sandringham #baysidemelbourne #learninganddevelopment #lifetools #lifetoolbox #justbreathe #mentalhealthawareness #blueskymind @sandy.village

I’m going to have a little rave moment .. a fan

I’m going to have a little rave moment .. a fan moment here!⁣
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This App!⁣
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Brilliant.⁣
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This week in ‘the Seasonal Lounge’ (monthly meditation membership) - I shared the magic of the Mindfulness Bell .. which is a bell that you often hear at meditation centers, retreats and ashrams.⁣
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When the Mindfulness Bell is rung .. everyone pauses what they are doing momentarily so they can reunite mind and body, see the moment more clearly and perhaps reflect on where their mind has been!⁣
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So. I was doing some fresh research to find an App version that I could confidently offer to everyone for our Mindfulness practice this week (and beyond).⁣
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I revisited Plum Village as I had used their online Mindfulness Bell before .. and found an App that I excitedly downloaded and set up immediately.⁣
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And over the past few weeks .. it has been the most beautiful gift to myself 🙏🏼 ⁣
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Our theme this month of June is ‘Retreat’ .. and every hour, my phone chimes a deep and resonate Mindfulness Bell and I pause what I am doing and take a moment of RETREAT with three long, slow and deep breaths.⁣
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Completely in the moment. ⁣
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A priceless moment of Retreat in a busy day.⁣
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And although I have my twice daily meditation practice and regular daily Mindfulness exercises … this has been a revelation 🧘🏼‍♀️ ⁣
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A gift!⁣
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It is FREE. Easy to set up - just click the lotus flower and select your times and preferred bell - and then enjoy returning to yourself, each and every mindful moment from that point on. ⁣
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I come back to my day - refreshed, awake, alert and with a smile.⁣ I just had one of those moments and realized that I had to share with YOU.
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#grateful⁣
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#Plumvillage #mindfulnesspractice #presentmomentawareness #suchagift #meditationteacher #onlinemeditation #inspiredteacher #thichnhathanh #MindfulnessBell #melbournelockdownlove #theSeasonalLounge #meditationmembership #bethepeace

Four Steps.⁣ ⁣ Think: a clear map to guide you

Four Steps.⁣
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Think: a clear map to guide you - step by step - through the learning and the practice, to start a personal meditation practice.⁣
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These Four Steps are drawn from the roots of Mindfulness and Mantra. ⁣
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Each Step holds the potential to be a complete meditation practice.⁣
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Together the Four Steps provide a well-rounded, foundational practice.⁣
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Understanding the Steps enables you to adjust and refine your practice as needed in the moment and over time.⁣
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All that is required .. is for you to take the first step!⁣
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Our journey...⁣
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* Welcome Pack out Sat 3rd July⁣
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* Each Sunday, starting Sun 4th July, receive your weekly practice⁣
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* Each Wednesday you can join me LIVE for practice and discussion⁣
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* Written instructions are included along with tips and insights for the week⁣
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* Guided Meditations (audio) will support your learning and practice⁣
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* 30 Day Calendar will help you track your progress and acts as a great visual reminder of your intention to practice. ⁣
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We begin Sunday 4th July 2021⁣
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JOIN US - Link in the bio or at the website.⁣
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#meditationpractice #FourStepMeditationMap #startmeditating #onlinemeditation #guidedmeditation #learntomeditate #itsapractice #juststart #destress #wellbeing #stepbystepmeditation #mindfulness #mantra #bethepeace

Do you have meditation in your Wellbeing toolbox?⁣
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Have you been wanting to start meditating, but unsure where to begin?
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I learned to meditate as a teenager .. and one lunchtime had what is often called an ah-ha moment!⁣
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Dictionary result for 'aha moment': a moment of sudden insight or discovery.⁣
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My first meditation experience gave me an extraordinary experience of inner peace and stillness .. and a profound sense of completeness and spaciousness. I knew almost instantly that meditation was going to be a vital part of my life, for the rest of my life.⁣
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Now as a meditation teacher, the most common questions I get asked are: 'What is the real secret to meditation?', 'How do I know that I'm doing it right'? and 'Where do I start?⁣
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My wish is to inspire you to start meditating, and potentially have your own 'aha moment'!⁣
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So I have crafted my Four Steps .. four practical and manageable steps that provide a clear map to begin your meditation journey - and all that is required, is for you to take the first step!⁣
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Over four-weeks …
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* Welcome Pack goes out Sat. 3rd July to begin preparing ⁣
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* Each Sunday, starting Sun. 4th July, you will receive your weekly practice⁣
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* Each Wednesday evening you can join me LIVE for practice and discussion (or listen to the recording later)⁣
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* Written instructions will be stored online in our virtual ‘library’, along with tips and insights for the week⁣
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* Guided Meditations (audio) each week will guide you through the practice .. step by step⁣
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* plus some surprises along the way!
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We begin Sunday 4th July 2021⁣
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Investment: $65⁣
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JOIN US - Link in the bio or at the website.⁣
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#Meditationpractice #startMeditating #LearnToMeditate #destress #wellbeingtoolbox #onlinelearning #buildahabitforsuccess #stepbystepmeditation #FourStepMeditationMap #guidedmeditation #itsapractice #meditationjourney #juststart #bethepeace

The wild storms and wicked gale force winds that h

The wild storms and wicked gale force winds that have rained down on us the past few days .. have been extreme!⁣
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If you live in Victoria (Australia) I hope you are safe and protected. I keep hearing from friends about power outages and trees down, and even flooding. I hope you have found safe-harbour!⁣
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In the darkness of night, Mother Natures wild and unpredictable weather seem even more intense, and certainly kept me alert and awake.⁣
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Then last night .. all was still.⁣
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So still that again I couldn’t sleep because the stillness was so intense .. almost unnatural.⁣
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And today .. the sun is out, the grass is dry, the wind is a soft breeze and the birds are singing super loud.⁣
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And so the world turns, the seasons shift and the cycle continues.⁣
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And I am taking this moment to be grateful for the sunshine, for a roof over my head, food in the pantry, power and fresh running water.⁣
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Mother Nature reminds us 🙏🏼⁣
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#wisewords⁣ #melbournelockdownlove #wildweather #WinterMindfulness2021 #seasonsoflife #calmbeforethestorm #thistooshallpass #yinyang #seasonalwisdom #newmoon

Tonight is the New Moon.⁣ ⁣ This marks the sta

Tonight is the New Moon.⁣
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This marks the start of a new lunar cycle.⁣
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A new page.⁣
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A cosmic reset!⁣
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In astrology the new moon brings powerful fresh energy for new starts, it is the time to ‘plant seeds’ and consider new goals, to lean into those new projects.⁣
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So if your looking for a clean slate to begin something new .. take this time tonight to rest and reflect on where you might best cast your passion, your energy and focus over the coming month.⁣
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If you were completely open to new possibilities and big audacious new dreams … what might they look like?⁣
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#NewMoon #NewMoonEnergy #energywork #moonrituals #thisorsomethinggreater #bethepeace #melbournelockdownlove

Have you downloaded your copy?⁣ ⁣ Welcome to t

Have you downloaded your copy?⁣
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Welcome to the WINTER RETREAT eMag: a free digital magazine to celebrate the gifts and wisdom of Winter.⁣
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Part of the Seasonal Living Series, which I lovingly curate and share four times each year in alignment with the southern hemisphere seasons.⁣
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Winter is naturally called the ‘Retreat’ edition because just like in nature, where the landscape and animals are called to hibernate and isolate, we too can we feel this call to come inside, slow down and rest.⁣
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To retreat and find refuge within.⁣
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Over the years I have had my challenges in accepting this very cold and blustery season, and you can read about my journey with Winter in this seasons magazine .. but I am now inspired by the unique gifts and lessons that this season (as with each season) brings into my life.⁣
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This issue is dedicated to sharing some of my favourite meditation and mindfulness practices, daily rituals and special celebratory dates, hoping they might provide you with some added resources during these Winter months.⁣
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In this issue (it’s a bumper 40+ pages) you will find:⁣
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* a guided Finding Stillness Meditation⁣
* my Blue Sky Mindfulness exercise⁣
* details for joining me in the #WinterMindfulness2021 journey⁣
* essential oil blends for the season⁣
* notes on what nature provides at the local food market⁣
* a Winter Solstice ritual with journaling prompts⁣
* plus some beautifully shared insights from my wise friends and teachers on the wisdom of Ayurveda, Yoga and Qigong⁣
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And I interview my friend Suzi von Mensenkampff, Ayurveda Consultant, Meditation Mentor and Retreat Leader, on her meditation and Ayurveda journey.⁣
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I hope that you find some Winter joy within these pages.⁣ You can get your copy of WINTER RETREAT now via the link in my bio. ⁣
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#SeasonalMindfulness #SeasonalLivingSeries #SeasonsofLife #WinterRetreat #meditationpractice #mindfulness #dailyrituals #WinterWisdom #Qigong #Yoga #Ayurveda #melbournelockdownlove #justbreathe #wellbeing #journalprompts #freemagazine #sacredpause #WinterInMelbourne @nicoleleeqigong @yoga_for_travellers @vonsuzi

Seasonal Mindfulness is a word that ‘came to me’ a few years ago as I grappled with Winter.⁣
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Winter simply made me miserable. I complained a lot. I lamented and struggled and tried to run away .. but it didn’t work.⁣
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Until one day, I reflected that it was my mindset around Winter that was the real challenge. And that Winter is a natural and necessary part of the cycle of life - both for the external world and landscape around us, and also WITHIN us.⁣
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From that point Seasonal Mindfulness became my daily practice that included:⁣
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*Mindful awareness to the unique gifts of each Winters day .. to be conscious and curious and open to finding those moments⁣
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*Gratitude. Giving thanks for each small moment or big magic .. both in the moment at the end of each day a list of three things most grateful for.⁣
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I learned a lot. I now appreciate Winter and we have a much kinder relationship!⁣
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I set up an Instagram page @SeasonalMindfulness to share some of my journey through the seasons.⁣
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This Winter I am recommitting to my daily practice and am going to share some of my daily gifts with a post over there.⁣
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Using the hashtag #WinterMindfulness2021⁣
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You might like to join me.⁣
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Just notice a seasonal gift in your day. Take a photo and post it with the hashtag #WinterMindfulness2021 and we can all share in the awe and wonder of this season.⁣
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Come over and Follow @SeasonalMindfulness⁣
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#MelbourneWinter2021 #MelbourneLockdownLove #momentsofjoy #gratitude ⁣#dailymeditationpractice #dailymindfulness #bethepeace #mindfulawareness #findingjoy #seasonsoflife #onthisday #melbournemeditation #winterinaustralia
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