IntenSati

I tried a DVD of the IntenSati workout today with Patricia Moreno, who does a very good DVD also by Gaiam for kickboxing. It was good for my heart rate; the affirmations I followed along by ear only, not by voice. I liked the cultivation of gratitude mostly. Although repetitious at times I thought the rhythmic movements were good exercise and grounding and the hour went by pretty fast.

My most recent Kundalini video, Solar Power, was actually not as intense as the other Raviana DVD for the solar plexus chakra called Navel Power but it felt like a solid session and I enjoyed Ana Brett's circa 1984-looking "relax" orange t-shirt. I'm dabbling in their recent all-meditation DVD and liking it because it gives me focus.

The ipod is the smartest thing I've ever bought! I listen to many an ignored meditation mp3 on the subway now. Vidya, Bodhipaksa, and a set from Whole Foods called Meditations to Change Your Mind as well as the CD for Energy Moves. I may not develop real concentration with my on-the-go practice but now I stand a chance at relaxation.

I've done some reiki exchange but, other than finding a new studio space to rent, have not much going on with the teaching except that at the end of the month is my annual teaching at Frost Valley!