October
October
Time and space to land, see and savor yourself.
I don’t know about you but I seem to come alive in a new way in October.
Summer is hazy with late nights, sporadic planning. Going with the flow and at the same time something always going on.
We turn the corner to October and it seems like we turn a new leaf— quite literally.
The cooler temps allow for what feels like deeper breaths. The world changing so steadily yet so quickly around us invites me to look up and out more often. I crave more nourishment in so many ways. It’s like intuitively my body, my mind and my heart are all ready to GROUND after the chaos of the Summer. Ready to settle into itself and take really great care.
I lean way in to all the calls I feel in this season.
To have slower mornings,
to take short walks in the chill to get my blood pumping.
An extra cup of coffee or anything warm to sip (bone broth MMM!)
A candle lit in my home at all times.
I swap out wardrobes, putting away maxi dresses, bringing out all my sweaters and leggings.
This season invites us to s i n k IN. Land and get cozy.
To steady ourselves and find regular ritual. Allowing urgency to take the backseat.
Through reflection, I find this “aliveness” I find is really just me seeing and honoring my needs for the first time in a long time, and that my friends feels really special.
Over the coming weeks while we watch the leaves change and release— I hope you will find time and space to release what was, savor the beauty of NOW, and take really good care as you land into a new season.
— Liv Monte
Into the now, through the body
A Moving Meditation by Brenann Woodruff
I can't help but feel a flutter of excitement as we step into October. It's like a perpetual Thursday afternoon feeling of anticipation for the holiday season that is right around the corner.
While the excitement will become palpable, the need to balance that high with some stillness is something I am focusing on reminding myself of.
With that in mind, let's move so we can settle...
Being standing with your feet at the center of your mat. Big inhale, and exhale as you sit in a low squat. Hold here for several rounds of breath.
Once you feel the fire beginning in your thighs, add a small pulse. With each low pulse, inhale. With each release at the top of your squat, exhale. The breath will become more labored, and quicker, maybe feel a little rushed, as you match it with the movement. Staying low the entire time, not fully rising to standing. Let the breath pair with your movement to create a fire in your chest along with the embers stoking in your thighs. Continue for one to two minutes.
When you're ready, take the pulse squat to a full squat. Sit and stand. Inhale as you lower down as far as your squat will take you--you're warmed up and ready. Forcefully exhale at the top with your legs fully straight, standing tall. Continue for one to two minutes.
Lastly, after one long & powerful exhale at the top, bring your hands to heart center while standing tall. Close your eyes and focus on your breath as it begins to slow. Notice the feeling in your thighs. Notice where your thoughts go. Allow them to come and to go, while your chest rises as falls as the inhales and exhales begin to slow. Once back to your resting breath, pause here in the stillness before stepping out of your mat. Back into your surrounding world.
What does it feel like to land?
A playlist that allows for your landing, to get still and see parts of yourself you haven’t in a while.
There is something so magical about being a —
As we look forward to November, we recognize it as a month we love to honor the magic of being a Small Business. We are hosting our beloved Community Connect, an open house style market that pulls together various small businesses from Livingston County. An opportunity to connect with them and support them all in one stop!
Mark your calendar! We hope you will come shop!
November 25th 1-4pm
at The Space
We are currently taking applicants for Small Businesses who would like to participate! We are looking for Small Businesses who will bring physical products or demonstrate services. This is a great way to network and spread the word on your business!
Interested in joining? Booth rental is $50, spaces are limited! Please email us at Info@discoverthespace.com to apply!
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