It is the most perfect day in London today – clear blue skies and a cool breeze, the sun shining as brightly as ever and the warmth of her rays hitting everyone in their way ;) Amazing.
I was looking through my clothes this morning and wondering what to wear – the dilemma of every morning – and I realised it seems spring’s been slightly missed. The coats/jackets I always keep for the autumn chill and spring breeze – seem to have been placed aside, as the 20degree weather is finally upon us and the coats are really just not needed at this time. Oh well – they’ll just have to wait for Autumn ;)
London in the sunshine is just such a different city – the landmarks look different, the tube feels brighter and airier (we’re not in summer just yet – so air is still available!) and the people finally bring their best fashion accessory available – they smile! They joke, they laugh – they come alive again after the grey clouds have suffocated their presence for all of those dark and cold wintery days. (Don’t get me wrong – winter has its own charm too – it has an ambiance of mysteriousness and mystique amongst it – and brings about a hurried zone to get inside to the warmth where you can enjoy your glass of red by the heater or fire in the local pub) The city’s different – it’s London in the summer –and there is really nothing quite like it.
I was looking through my clothes this morning and wondering what to wear – the dilemma of every morning – and I realised it seems spring’s been slightly missed. The coats/jackets I always keep for the autumn chill and spring breeze – seem to have been placed aside, as the 20degree weather is finally upon us and the coats are really just not needed at this time. Oh well – they’ll just have to wait for Autumn ;)
London in the sunshine is just such a different city – the landmarks look different, the tube feels brighter and airier (we’re not in summer just yet – so air is still available!) and the people finally bring their best fashion accessory available – they smile! They joke, they laugh – they come alive again after the grey clouds have suffocated their presence for all of those dark and cold wintery days. (Don’t get me wrong – winter has its own charm too – it has an ambiance of mysteriousness and mystique amongst it – and brings about a hurried zone to get inside to the warmth where you can enjoy your glass of red by the heater or fire in the local pub) The city’s different – it’s London in the summer –and there is really nothing quite like it.
So even in all of this amazing sunshine I’ve been struggling to catch my thoughts these past few weeks. What I mean by catching my thoughts is like having the calmness and clarity and assurance all is ok. I’ve felt like things have been floating around instead of being secure and my thoughts as a result have led me to feel a bit unsure of myself and lacking in confidence. Not dramatically – just slightly off balance and not my usual self. I’ve just kind of lost my footing, but within even constructive criticisms I’m trying to keep on and stay self-assured, as insecurity should never win on each of ourselves. There’s always got to be acceptance for the good opinions and for the bad, but overall – we must adhere to our own maintenance of self-appreciation.
It’s cool in Yotopia’s yoga sessions – the teachers always ask you to thank yourself for coming to class and giving yourself time and energy – so simple yet so true and so effective. My beautiful soulful friend Julia and I just chatted (all too briefly) on this last night. We focus so much on what we ‘should’ have done with our time (I honestly believe there are never enough hours in the day for any of us) instead of acknowledging actually what we have done – it’s so cruel sometimes how much we pressure ourselves, and I said to Ju – everyone struggles with not letting themselves off the hook for the things in their day they haven’t gotten around to – everyone. So she should feel pleased with her productivity on what she had done and stop pressuring herself on the other items she hadn’t gotten around to.
It’s cool in Yotopia’s yoga sessions – the teachers always ask you to thank yourself for coming to class and giving yourself time and energy – so simple yet so true and so effective. My beautiful soulful friend Julia and I just chatted (all too briefly) on this last night. We focus so much on what we ‘should’ have done with our time (I honestly believe there are never enough hours in the day for any of us) instead of acknowledging actually what we have done – it’s so cruel sometimes how much we pressure ourselves, and I said to Ju – everyone struggles with not letting themselves off the hook for the things in their day they haven’t gotten around to – everyone. So she should feel pleased with her productivity on what she had done and stop pressuring herself on the other items she hadn’t gotten around to.
Speaking of productivity – I’m starting ballet again this week for the first time in maybe 5years – OMG! Am super excited though and looking forward to getting back to the technique and having my body move again in a dance studio. Cannot wait! I feel it’s so important to spend time doing things you enjoy, things that are good for your mind, body and soul and considering I’ve felt a bit shaken – getting back to the basic roots of what I love and what makes me happy (even though my heart is wrapped up in contemporary dance, ballet will be ok for now) is key for this week. It’s a time to just zone out of the hectic nature of life and zone into my own little happy area. In speaking of Julia – she reminds me of this person every time I spend time with her – she is the epitome of happiness, goodness, generosity of spirit and kindness through and through – anytime with her is always such a fab time – so Ju if you’re reading – thank you super muchly for reminding me this week! You’re a star!
So enjoy the spring if you’re in London – If you’re in Aus or NZ you’ve got sunshine still also I believe so enjoy it there too! And try and find some quiet moments this week to check in for yourself and chill out. As My beautiful Mama emailed me another reminder and food for thought today:
Keep strong, keep faith, keep loving
:)
So enjoy the spring if you’re in London – If you’re in Aus or NZ you’ve got sunshine still also I believe so enjoy it there too! And try and find some quiet moments this week to check in for yourself and chill out. As My beautiful Mama emailed me another reminder and food for thought today:
Keep strong, keep faith, keep loving
:)
Ah, Shae, you put everything so beautifully, thank you! I'm a honored to be mentioned. You are amazing at expressing yourself so truthfully. Let's continue to open our hearts everyday, and live life to the fullest. x
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