i sit here on my computer, less than 24 hours away from the full moon in November....a time of contemplations, realizations, of acknowledgement, of release and manifestation.
If Existence is an expression of the Universal Conciousness, then through thoughts, words, feelings and actions this expression is shared. We relate through this expression…
Rituals, are also a mode of expression...we meditate at the time of the full moon, and in the night have our release and manifestation ritual around the fire....turning into 11.11.11 at 11 am we will be doing our 108 sun salutations….
As we focus on what or how we want our lives to be, somewhere, somehow the realization will dawn, "which of my fears and conditioning can i let go"....
We awaken to peace and joy...
a place to park thoughts and ideas....... the people and places.......encountered in the journey of life.
Showing posts with label Rancho Margot. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Rancho Margot. Show all posts
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Rancho Margot - Yoga Teacher Training(YTT)
Yoga Teacher Training @ Rancho Margot, Costa Rica
"I learned so much during my 4 weeks at Rancho Margot. I learned about asana, breath, my complicated relationship to meditation, sutras, yamas, niyamas, I learned about all of you and I learned so, so much about myself. I thought I had myself all figured out - but no one ever does.
The idea that as sure of ourselves as we are we can only root down so far because we need to be able to bend - not break - when the wind changes. I had known myself so well as an unshakeable, strong, independent woman and then I opened myself up to being seen and loved. Then I found myself crippled and sad and helpless. I think my old self would have hated that version of me - if I ever even let myself get to that place. But I don't. I'm trying to hold these feelings with compassion. Knowing that I can and will feel like this again and it's okay. I will eventually come to know some other version of myself that is completely seen and unconditionally loved by someone else and I will love all of the versions of myself I meet along the way on that journey." Danielle, December 2012
"I learned so much during my 4 weeks at Rancho Margot. I learned about asana, breath, my complicated relationship to meditation, sutras, yamas, niyamas, I learned about all of you and I learned so, so much about myself. I thought I had myself all figured out - but no one ever does.
The idea that as sure of ourselves as we are we can only root down so far because we need to be able to bend - not break - when the wind changes. I had known myself so well as an unshakeable, strong, independent woman and then I opened myself up to being seen and loved. Then I found myself crippled and sad and helpless. I think my old self would have hated that version of me - if I ever even let myself get to that place. But I don't. I'm trying to hold these feelings with compassion. Knowing that I can and will feel like this again and it's okay. I will eventually come to know some other version of myself that is completely seen and unconditionally loved by someone else and I will love all of the versions of myself I meet along the way on that journey." Danielle, December 2012
Ivannia and her yoga teacher training reminded me that the universe has its own timing to deliver our dreams….she had wanted to do her teacher training a year ago, and events unfolded such that she decided an important aspect of her life needed her time, this was the weekend the training was due to start…
I was impressed with her "deep dive" into her soul and for the following five months, she read all the recommended readings for the training…
and so the story continued, the next teacher training was with me, and and sure enough her commitments needed her attention, and once again she surrendered that this was not the right time…
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| Mario, ivannia and irum |
Ivannia and Mario came into the YTT, centered and ready to flow…for three weeks we laughed, and did yoga and more yoga, we were all sore in our bodies but there was no stopping us…I learned and I shared, and the light shone on all. Revelations, and sharing continued… then the day when they taught their first session, my faith was sealed.
"The YTT in Rancho Margot allowed me to be fully immersed not only into the wildness of the rain forest but also into the deepness of myself. Starting the day with a silent meditation guided me to the real meaning of Yoga. This awareness made me realize that yoga sessions can be the opportunity to share and guide souls, minds and bodies to join and find the path for their purpose in life through surrender and awareness.
The Yoga Philosophy sessions were so pleasant that it was like having “tea time” with your best friends sharing about your journey. It was during one of these sessions that I had my “click moment” when I recalled when Santiago in the book“The Alchemist” found his treasure, the one that he had very close to him but he wasn’t able to see. Fifteen years later, I found mine. It had always been there.
I will always be thankful to Irum for introducing me the wonderful practice of meditation and for sharing her Light and knowledge with me.
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| Ivannia, Brianna, Mario and irum |
I am thankful for the patience Irum had with me and grateful for her abundent generosity." Brianna Fitzpatrick
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| Jennifer and irum |
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| irum, Jennifer, Paula and Sandy |
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| Fran, Rosalie, irum, Sharon, Mary, Debbie and Katherine |
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| Pond Deck at Rancho Margot |
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Yoga Retreat at Rancho Margot - October 8 to 15
Yoga with Jackie Chiodo and Irum Naqvi
Location: Rancho Margot - where nature and nurture are one
Costa Rica October 8th to October 15th
Yoga at Rancho Margot will leave you with the feeling that Life is a journey and not a destination. The daily life at the ranch allows one to be in the moment……every morning dawns with the sound of the howler monkeys and the singing of the birds........it is an orchestra, sometime the sound of rain adding its own tune to the morning symphony.
Move through your yoga poses with the surrounding trees, flowers, and the magnificent magical mountain. The sounds and sights of the toucans, hummingbirds and butterflies help you to deepen your practice, each breath a transformation. Being in this space, will help you to surrender all the accumulated stress, tension and let you return to your natural state of being. As we surrender, we heal and bring continuous joy in our life.
If you are interested in a week of yoga to relax and unwind, then avail this opportunity, on the shores of Lake Arenal and the valley of the Cano Negro River. Whether you have never done yoga or you are an experienced practitioner of yoga, the transformation you experience will be profound.
Practice daily yoga and meditation sessions with Jackie, Irum and Frederick. Participate in a daily yoga session, Chakra and walking meditation, yoga nidra and a healing session. Enjoy your free time relaxing on the hammocks, kayaking on lake arenal, hiking to the Mirador, horseback riding, bike riding, zip lining or just getting lost in the rainforest.
Check this link and read what all Rancho Margot has to offer
http://www.ranchomargot.org/
7 nights......October 8th to the 15th
The following accommodation options include: 3 meals per day, pickup and drop off at the airport and a 2 hour ranch tour. All other ranch activities listed on the Rancho Margot website will be available to you at their cost.
The amounts are listed in USD.
1: Bunkhouse - single occupancy $ 970
2: Bunkhouse - double occupancy $ 900
3: Bungalow - single occupancy $ 1495
4: Bungalow - double occupancy $ 1195
Email:
irum.b.naqvi@gmail.com
or
Jackiechiodo@yahoo.com
Location: Rancho Margot - where nature and nurture are one
Costa Rica October 8th to October 15th
Yoga at Rancho Margot will leave you with the feeling that Life is a journey and not a destination. The daily life at the ranch allows one to be in the moment……every morning dawns with the sound of the howler monkeys and the singing of the birds........it is an orchestra, sometime the sound of rain adding its own tune to the morning symphony.
Move through your yoga poses with the surrounding trees, flowers, and the magnificent magical mountain. The sounds and sights of the toucans, hummingbirds and butterflies help you to deepen your practice, each breath a transformation. Being in this space, will help you to surrender all the accumulated stress, tension and let you return to your natural state of being. As we surrender, we heal and bring continuous joy in our life.
If you are interested in a week of yoga to relax and unwind, then avail this opportunity, on the shores of Lake Arenal and the valley of the Cano Negro River. Whether you have never done yoga or you are an experienced practitioner of yoga, the transformation you experience will be profound.
Practice daily yoga and meditation sessions with Jackie, Irum and Frederick. Participate in a daily yoga session, Chakra and walking meditation, yoga nidra and a healing session. Enjoy your free time relaxing on the hammocks, kayaking on lake arenal, hiking to the Mirador, horseback riding, bike riding, zip lining or just getting lost in the rainforest.
Check this link and read what all Rancho Margot has to offer
http://www.ranchomargot.org/
7 nights......October 8th to the 15th
The following accommodation options include: 3 meals per day, pickup and drop off at the airport and a 2 hour ranch tour. All other ranch activities listed on the Rancho Margot website will be available to you at their cost.
The amounts are listed in USD.
1: Bunkhouse - single occupancy $ 970
2: Bunkhouse - double occupancy $ 900
3: Bungalow - single occupancy $ 1495
4: Bungalow - double occupancy $ 1195
Email:
irum.b.naqvi@gmail.com
or
Jackiechiodo@yahoo.com
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