Progress Not Perfection

One of my biggest challenges in my life is my absolute thinking. For the majority of my life I've considered things through a very linear lens that has always made me feel VERY short of perfection. DUH! I'm learning that there is no such thing as perfection and in striving so hard for the unattainable I have been constantly disappointed with the outcomes - even if they are beautiful outcomes in and of themselves. I am embracing the perspective of progress rather than pursuing perfection and it is AWESOME! What a relief to finally be at peace with myself over my progress. My time at the Golden Door has helped me release the linear perspective that has gripped my mind and soul for so long.

Ellen changed up our routine with a swim in the pool rather than a gym workout - which was a relief for my sciatica. We used hand fins, noodles, kickboards, and had a blast! I feel so free when I'm swimming - I might have been a dolphin in a former life! Ellen even stretched me afterwards to help with my tight hips and now, two days later, my pain is almost gone! I then showered where I enjoyed the rich aroma of the bath house which is a healing within itself. It smells SO GOOD and the staff: Melissa and Gyea (I'm probably butchering her name but it sounds like "Gee-ay" - I'm sorry) welcome guests, offer cool cumber water, and are very sweet.

The Golden Door is truly a sacred place to me. I have connected with myself and others on a level deeper than ever before. In dealing with so many people I imagine that it is challenging to remember people's names - but these folks do it! They remember my name and greet me with hugs. Case in point, Judy was on vacation last week and it was so cool to see her this week, give her a big hug, and ask about her vacation. I have connected with Ellen on a spiritual level that is hard to articulate in words - but she gets me and has brought me great peace. I am so blessed for this progress and releasing the burden of pursuing perfection.