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Welcome to your February issue of Ki Moments. Are you feeling centered? I had a very centering experience last week. More on that below ... My singing/talking Ki Moments issues seem to be a hit with readers. I started in November, so now you can read AND listen. And all past issues of Ki Moments are available on our ARCHIVE page. Please share your newsletter. There is a link at the bottom of the page to make it simple. (We never disclose subscriber information.) Good ki,
Last Friday, I had a delightful visit with my friend, Linda, and her four-month-old twins, Sophia and Sam. Oh my. What joyful little beings. Tiny centering machines. I'd gotten lost on the way to Linda's house and arrived half an hour late, uncentered and stressed. Sophia and Sam were asleep in their cribs, but Linda let me peek at them. Looking at their small sleeping bodies calmed me. Little perfect beings. Even, rhythmic breathing. I was like this once. Linda and I talked, had tea, and caught up on each other's lives. Sophia and Sam woke up (yay!). Out they came (I got to hold Sophia) and I bathed in their centering ki. Just sat there and soaked it up. I was in one peaceful place driving home. What did they do? Nothing. And everything. They smiled and frowned and giggled and stared; wiggled, touched, and extended joy. Their essence enveloped. Pure being. Sophia and Sam just are. When was the last time you just were? Can you rest there now? Look out the window. Stare into the distance. Empty your mind. Notice the rhythmic constancy of your breath. Be thankful for one thing you don't have to control. Find something or someone that will give you what I received Friday - an infusion of centering ki. A booster shot of "This is what it's all about." And just sit and be for a while. Some lessons from Sophia and Sam:
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Portsmouth Aikido is an ongoing martial arts school located at the Seacoast Family Y in Portsmouth. Many of the principles reflected in Ki Moments come from aikido, the Japanese martial art that teaches self-defense through redirection of energy. Beginners through advanced are welcome. In addition to adult classes, in 2007, we will expand our offerings to include classes for women, children, and seniors, among others. A new Women's Beginner Class starts in March. The nine-week course meets from noon to 1:00 p.m. each Sunday (no class Easter Sunday). The cost is $95.00 per person for the course and includes a Portsmouth Aikido t-shirt. Women and girls aged 12 or older are welcome. For information or to register, please visit www.PortsmouthAikido.com, or call 603-431-8560. Learn more about Portsmouth Aikido
Judy Ringer Judy Ringer is Founder of Power & Presence Training, a Portsmouth, NH company specializing in unique workshops to help you and your organization manage conflict, communicate effectively, and co-create a more positive work environment. E-mail Judy at judy@judyringer.com for a free initial meeting to discuss your training needs. Ki (from Ai-ki-do) is Japanese for life energy. Ki Moments is a complimentary monthly "e-zine" with tips and how-to articles to help you manage the key moments in your life. If you enjoy our news and stories, feel free to share them with friends or colleagues. Use our "FORWARD" link below to pass it along with our thanks!
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