A Touch of Alchemy ~ Resistance (6/14)

Published: Mon, 06/16/14

~A Touch of Alchemy~

Notes and Musings

from Stephanie Swafford

June 2014

Welcome --

"Resistance is thought transformed

into feeling."

(Robert Conklin)

I feel resistance gets a bad rap.

How many times have you heard "You're resisting, you know that means you're not doing your work."

Really? The deeper I delve into my own practice, the less true I feel this to be.

Resistance is merely a road sign -- and not one that says "freeze, dig in your heels, and start making excuses". It is neutral and just a reminder to pause, breathe and fully consider the situation.

Resistance is an indication that it's time to gather more information, time to consider other options and possibilities -- perhaps step back for a wider perspective, or come in closer to realize a new detail.

Maybe it requires walking away entirely for a while. The key to remember is that it means slow down, pause, or even stop.

The next time you feel resistance, read the road sign and regroup:

Stop.

Breathe.

Ask "What is this feeling telling me?"

"What more do I need to know about this

situation?"

Get to know the way you manifest resistance:

Does you're breathing change?
Do you have an uneasy feeling?
Do you freeze in your tracks?

What is your Bodymind's specific response?

Let resistance teach you and guide you into your next right action.

Listen for the whispers, they will not steer you wrong.

"The way I see things, it's impossible

to change things

without encountering resistance."

(Evo Morales)

Body Alchemy -- My Work

Intrigued by my take on life and it's challenges? It comes from honoring and practicing Why not dip into it much more often? My lean, efficient approach can teach you how to do that.

To that end, there are three different session options. Each offers a unique way for you to experience Body Alchemy -- from sticking your toe into the practice to diving deeply into the work.

Wondering about my approach -- or having difficulty explaining it to others? Over the past few months, I've done several radio interviews -- the most recent was for "Activating Compassion in the Midnight Hour "

beginning @21:45. Give a listen -- or pass along this link.

One more thing --

May we all continue to keep moving through our challenges and lessons with grace, clarity and relative ease.

Enjoy!

More to come .....

Parting Reminder:

"To fly, we have to have

resistance."

(Maya Lin)

Here's to soaring!

Until next time …….

Stephanie Swafford is a Bodymind Practitioner. She helps people already well into their healing and recovery quickly navigate deep transformative change. She can teach you how to listen with your Bodymind, trust your innate abilities and remember what you already know. Her private practice, Body Alchemy is on the Upper Westside of New York City.

The week's schedule is usually set 3-5 days in advance. However, there can be changes, and a time for you might become available on short notice. There's nothing to lose by contacting me via e mail or phone: (917) 744-9059.

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