Still On Blog Vacation - A Few Thoughts

Even though I posted yesterday (I had too, it's was exciting news), I'm still not ready to start blogging again.



My mind is all over the place these days. I need time to work privately on my path and quiet my mind. My recent weekend retreat was more energizing than than it was centering (but I still had lots of fun), and it took place in the location where the local teacher training is, so it was good to get a feel for the place, and I have lots to think about.



I am still unsure of so many things. I am quite content to remain a student for now. However, because I've talked to people about teacher training, asking questions etc., I now feel almost a pressure to take it even though I'm still unsure in my own mind.



I find that if I'm too immersed in the yoga community or too focused on spiritual pursuits, I actually begin to feel disconnected. Which I suppose is odd considering so many people take up these things to get connected. I personally become ungrounded easily. I am happiest when firmly rooted to this earth and instead of achieving higher consciousness or romanticising the natural world, actually get down on my hands and knees and get dirt under my nails. (One thing I like about my yoga teacher is that I feel grounded in her classes).



The present moment is all that matters, and yet sometimes we get caught up in esoteric ideals and goals and deep self-analysis that we forget that we are still part of this earth and we miss the present moment.



Forgive my rambling! In other news, I apparently made a Top 50 Yoga Blogs for a Healthy Mind and Body list. So while you're waiting for me to get my act together, go check out some of these other blogs.