Sometimes, an idea comes to us like a spark out of the blue. It can feel energizing when that happens–it is no wonder that the light bulb is often used to symbolize it. Sparks of creativity propel us forward and invigorate our spirits.
What does it feel like to have a really good idea? How do you make your ideas come to life?
When we dance, we feel music in our bodies and move in ways that are inspired by that feeling. All bodies can dance, even if not all bodies can move and sense in the same ways. All bodies can express things that we feel moving through us.
How have you felt spirit move through your body?
At the beginning of spring, when new growth starts to appear on trees, I think of a friend I have in college who was colorblind. In his particular case, he could see the vibrant yellow-green of first growth, but not the darker, deeper greens of summer, so the time of growth and newness was magical to him every year. Each year, he experienced this magic again as if for the first time.
How can you experience something for the first time all over again?
The Danish concept of hygge (pronounced “hoo-gah”) is the practice of creating warm, comfortable, cozy spaces in which to renew one’s spirit. These spaces capture both physical and metaphorical warmth, and are not relegated to the wintertime. They include moments of tender and safe intimacy as well as warm blankets and candlelight.
How might you create hygge in your space today?
When we breathe in, we inspire. When we practice breathing, we respire. Spirit and breath are connected in language, and also in practice.
Take a few moments to breathe slowly and deeply. Focus only on your breath as you do this seven times. How have you been inspired by focusing on your breath?
