I am a member of Silver Sneakers – an online exercise class for seniors. Every day I wrestle with myself – “Will I attend class today or not?” But when I do, which is most days, my body is grateful – for the stretches, the twisting, the turning, the weight-bearing, the deep breaths, the scrunched up face, the smiles, the heart beating a little harder or faster, the yawning at the end. Every time.
It’s funny – what this question does for me.
I feel gratefulness in retrospect.
When my back or knees hurt, I am grateful for all the times I didn’t hurt and all the experiences I could partake in.
And then grateful for the chance to remember!
I felt so grateful for healing after my outpatient surgery, no issues! As much as it may have seemed minor to some I have not had a lot of surgeries in my life and it was considered major surgery even thugh outpatient . I thanked my Dr when I saw her last. I was so impressed meeting every single surgery staff beforehand. I was calm and I am not normally calm when it comes to anything medical!
I experienced the same thing,
dear Robin Ann,
when I had my ‘minor’ surgery . . .
it makes all the difference in the world.
I am happy
it went well for you too. ♥
I feel gratitude deep in my soul. I have so many things in my life to be grateful for and I feel it. I have big emotions; I always have. I feel things in big ways. I recently had a family gathering and it meant the world to me. I am grateful to have a big family that gets together and celebrates each other. I cherish those moments and realize how lucky I am to have them.
I feel a warmth in my heart, and I may feel a smile spreading across my face if it’s that kind of gratitude. Every morning I get to experience this when my husband brings me hot coffee he just made for me. I can count on it, but I don’t take it for granted.
I’m feeling an extra dose today because he put together two new bookcases. Both look fantastic. It was a lot of labor and they add so much to our home.
Yes! Of course they create an irresistible urge to get more books, when the point was to house ones that are already here…. but with room for growth! (We have a lot of little free libraries in our neighborhood.)
There is gratitude
in every texture of the day
if I pay attention and take the time,
which I do these days,
more often than not.
It rests in my heart
and in my solar plexis,
and almost always eases pain and discomfort
in other parts of this elderly vehicle,
which is a byproduct I can really appreciate.
When my body itself
is grateful,
as in when I slide into my bed at night,
I cannot suppress an audible sigh.
The gradual release of all tension
melts me into the sheets,
and that is when I have a deep understanding
of why cats purr.
My day is done,
and I’ve done the best I could
with the hours and resources given to me,
and now
I can
(usually)
let it all go until morning.
Maybe this is not what the question is asking but my legs feel grateful to me when I lay down after a long day at work or after a difficult bicycle ride. When my muscles finally get to relax after many hours of standing, running or walking, it is a really nice feeling and it is almost as if my muscles are communicating happiness to my brain and saying thank you in their own way. It feels like they are so grateful that I took a rest, finally, so that they can repair themselves.
One of the things I sometimes do during the day is lie down on the floor, put my legs up on the sofa, and feel my back release. It definitely says “aaaah!” (after it first says “snap, crackle, pop!”). My body definitely thanks me for taking care of it.
When I can stop and tune into gratefulness, I can feel my heart soften, my lungs expand, my neck and shoulders relax, and my forehead and the area between my eyes relax and open up.
It’s amazing how much tension I carry around.
This is where practice comes in handy.
The desire to be more aware and have some sway over my ingrained response system, has led me to different practices. A few exhales, a focus on my body, noticing the thoughts running through my head, all help to achieve a calmer state. Equanimity.
It’s not always possible, if I’m too wound up, too busy, or just unmotivated.
It occurs to me, how much letting go and releasing is involved in this. That tension served a purpose at some point, and now it’s an autonomic response.
Grateful for this question and I look forward your responses. 🙏
I feel it in the heart region, right where heart meets solar plexus. To me, this region feels intimately linked with surrender, grace, and flow. I feel it this morning.
I’ve been riding my stationary bike daily this spring. Years ago I had two knee replacements. I’m grateful for all the physical healing I’ve received. Todays quote referencing homecoming reminds me of yesterdays “senses” comments. Smell of a freshly mowed lawn or field always reminds me of the smells of childhood in Nebraska. Grateful we’re at mid week. ☮️
Most prominent in my mind is watching my
foot /ankle/calf continue to heal after my 5th metatarsal fracture. I have been out of my cast boot and off crutches for almost 5 weeks now. A gifted PT and compliant motivated patient is a good combination for progress. One thing I can and have been doing is riding my bike farther and father on relatively flat and even ground. I feel the joy, the gratitude of a body and especially a foot coming back to its full capacity as I cruise mindfully along. On yesterday’s ride, I paid close attention to what my senses were picking up, per yesterday’s question. So very grateful for what I had been missing.🌸
Coming back to the joy of riding brings gratitude indeed! I’ve had to be off my bike a couple of times over the years for breaks and it means so much to regain that sense of freedom. Glad you’re healing well.
Healing is so wonderful to see, Mary. I’m happy to hear you are doing so well. I had to lookup metatarsal. The 5th one looks like it would be most vulnerable to injury. 🩵
Wow, Mary! Thank you for taking such an interest. Would you believe it is the most common injury for runners and ballerinas? It is easy to see why, right? Peace and good health to you.🌸
So interesting, Mary. Most common injury for runners and ballerinas, I wouldn’t have guessed that. For runners I would have guessed knee injuries. But when I saw an illustration of the metatarsals, I could really see how vulnerable to injury the 5th one must be. How did you injure it? It seems I remember you mentioning cross country skiing, but it’s been quite a while since winter. Anyway, I’m glad you are healing and able to ride your bike more and more!
You go, girl! 🥰♥️
I feel it in my whole self at the end of every class that I teach. I can feel the energy moving in my body, starting from my heart and reaching to the top of my head, my fingers and toes. It’s overwhelming sometimes, and I have had to choke back some tears in order to fully close a class. Sometimes I hear Esther Hicks’ voice in my head saying, “How wonderful!”
Yoga
always makes my body grateful,
dear SunnyPatti,
more than other kinds of exercise.
It’s wonderful
that you are disciplined
and practice every day. ♥
My body feels good after teaching because I generally have to demo most of the class, but it’s not the same as when I practice as a student. I have to stay in my head while I’m teaching, but when I am a student, I can truly let go and just be in the practice. But there is a wonderful energy shared either way, and I love it so much!
Each day when I wake up I experience gratefulness in my body. Our body is a Gift of Life.
I am grateful for all of my senses.
I know I need to make some healthier changes for her too.
Happy Hump Day everyone 🙂
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I am a member of Silver Sneakers – an online exercise class for seniors. Every day I wrestle with myself – “Will I attend class today or not?” But when I do, which is most days, my body is grateful – for the stretches, the twisting, the turning, the weight-bearing, the deep breaths, the scrunched up face, the smiles, the heart beating a little harder or faster, the yawning at the end. Every time.
It’s funny – what this question does for me.
I feel gratefulness in retrospect.
When my back or knees hurt, I am grateful for all the times I didn’t hurt and all the experiences I could partake in.
And then grateful for the chance to remember!
I felt so grateful for healing after my outpatient surgery, no issues! As much as it may have seemed minor to some I have not had a lot of surgeries in my life and it was considered major surgery even thugh outpatient . I thanked my Dr when I saw her last. I was so impressed meeting every single surgery staff beforehand. I was calm and I am not normally calm when it comes to anything medical!
I experienced the same thing,
dear Robin Ann,
when I had my ‘minor’ surgery . . .
it makes all the difference in the world.
I am happy
it went well for you too. ♥
I agree with you, any medical invasion is a big deal.
I’m so glad it all went well for you, Robin Ann. Surgery can certainly be scary, but having a caring team makes all the difference.
I feel gratitude deep in my soul. I have so many things in my life to be grateful for and I feel it. I have big emotions; I always have. I feel things in big ways. I recently had a family gathering and it meant the world to me. I am grateful to have a big family that gets together and celebrates each other. I cherish those moments and realize how lucky I am to have them.
I feel a warmth in my heart, and I may feel a smile spreading across my face if it’s that kind of gratitude. Every morning I get to experience this when my husband brings me hot coffee he just made for me. I can count on it, but I don’t take it for granted.
I’m feeling an extra dose today because he put together two new bookcases. Both look fantastic. It was a lot of labor and they add so much to our home.
And you were just talking about not having enough room for all your books! How nice to have two new bookcases!
Yes! Of course they create an irresistible urge to get more books, when the point was to house ones that are already here…. but with room for growth! (We have a lot of little free libraries in our neighborhood.)
There is gratitude
in every texture of the day
if I pay attention and take the time,
which I do these days,
more often than not.
It rests in my heart
and in my solar plexis,
and almost always eases pain and discomfort
in other parts of this elderly vehicle,
which is a byproduct I can really appreciate.
When my body itself
is grateful,
as in when I slide into my bed at night,
I cannot suppress an audible sigh.
The gradual release of all tension
melts me into the sheets,
and that is when I have a deep understanding
of why cats purr.
My day is done,
and I’ve done the best I could
with the hours and resources given to me,
and now
I can
(usually)
let it all go until morning.
Sweet relief . . .
sweet peace. ♥
Days well spent end in this way it seems, Sparrow. Many many more to you. 🌸
Thank you,
dear Mary . . .
namaste. ♥
Nothing like slipping beneath the sheets for a slumber, that is for sure!
Ahhh – yes!
Maybe this is not what the question is asking but my legs feel grateful to me when I lay down after a long day at work or after a difficult bicycle ride. When my muscles finally get to relax after many hours of standing, running or walking, it is a really nice feeling and it is almost as if my muscles are communicating happiness to my brain and saying thank you in their own way. It feels like they are so grateful that I took a rest, finally, so that they can repair themselves.
I understand, Louise. They so appreciate your attention too!🌸
One of the things I sometimes do during the day is lie down on the floor, put my legs up on the sofa, and feel my back release. It definitely says “aaaah!” (after it first says “snap, crackle, pop!”). My body definitely thanks me for taking care of it.
When I can stop and tune into gratefulness, I can feel my heart soften, my lungs expand, my neck and shoulders relax, and my forehead and the area between my eyes relax and open up.
It’s amazing how much tension I carry around.
This is where practice comes in handy.
The desire to be more aware and have some sway over my ingrained response system, has led me to different practices. A few exhales, a focus on my body, noticing the thoughts running through my head, all help to achieve a calmer state. Equanimity.
It’s not always possible, if I’m too wound up, too busy, or just unmotivated.
It occurs to me, how much letting go and releasing is involved in this. That tension served a purpose at some point, and now it’s an autonomic response.
Grateful for this question and I look forward your responses. 🙏
I feel it as a warming and opening in my chest.
I feel it in the heart region, right where heart meets solar plexus. To me, this region feels intimately linked with surrender, grace, and flow. I feel it this morning.
Amen, Drea.🌸
I’ve been riding my stationary bike daily this spring. Years ago I had two knee replacements. I’m grateful for all the physical healing I’ve received. Todays quote referencing homecoming reminds me of yesterdays “senses” comments. Smell of a freshly mowed lawn or field always reminds me of the smells of childhood in Nebraska. Grateful we’re at mid week. ☮️
I feel it everywhere, and the last time I felt that was just now after a good night sleep.
Most prominent in my mind is watching my
foot /ankle/calf continue to heal after my 5th metatarsal fracture. I have been out of my cast boot and off crutches for almost 5 weeks now. A gifted PT and compliant motivated patient is a good combination for progress. One thing I can and have been doing is riding my bike farther and father on relatively flat and even ground. I feel the joy, the gratitude of a body and especially a foot coming back to its full capacity as I cruise mindfully along. On yesterday’s ride, I paid close attention to what my senses were picking up, per yesterday’s question. So very grateful for what I had been missing.🌸
I can feel your joy of being able to ride again. Continued healing to you, Mary 🙏🏼
I’m happy you’re healing well,
dear Mary,
and grateful to hear
that you have the promise
of reaching full capacity
when all is said and done. ♥
Thank you, Sparrow. I appreciate your support.🌸
Coming back to the joy of riding brings gratitude indeed! I’ve had to be off my bike a couple of times over the years for breaks and it means so much to regain that sense of freedom. Glad you’re healing well.
Thank you, Barbara. You get it!🌸
Healing is so wonderful to see, Mary. I’m happy to hear you are doing so well. I had to lookup metatarsal. The 5th one looks like it would be most vulnerable to injury. 🩵
Wow, Mary! Thank you for taking such an interest. Would you believe it is the most common injury for runners and ballerinas? It is easy to see why, right? Peace and good health to you.🌸
So interesting, Mary. Most common injury for runners and ballerinas, I wouldn’t have guessed that. For runners I would have guessed knee injuries. But when I saw an illustration of the metatarsals, I could really see how vulnerable to injury the 5th one must be. How did you injure it? It seems I remember you mentioning cross country skiing, but it’s been quite a while since winter. Anyway, I’m glad you are healing and able to ride your bike more and more!
You go, girl! 🥰♥️
Wishing you ongoing healing and joy outside, Mary.
Thank you so much, Drea.🌺
Speaking of healing, how is your hand doing, Drea?
I feel it in my whole self at the end of every class that I teach. I can feel the energy moving in my body, starting from my heart and reaching to the top of my head, my fingers and toes. It’s overwhelming sometimes, and I have had to choke back some tears in order to fully close a class. Sometimes I hear Esther Hicks’ voice in my head saying, “How wonderful!”
Yoga
always makes my body grateful,
dear SunnyPatti,
more than other kinds of exercise.
It’s wonderful
that you are disciplined
and practice every day. ♥
My body feels good after teaching because I generally have to demo most of the class, but it’s not the same as when I practice as a student. I have to stay in my head while I’m teaching, but when I am a student, I can truly let go and just be in the practice. But there is a wonderful energy shared either way, and I love it so much!
That’s beautiful, Sunnypatti. I bet your students feel it too!
I think they do! I can’t hide my joy and gratitude 🙂
Each day when I wake up I experience gratefulness in my body. Our body is a Gift of Life.
I am grateful for all of my senses.
I know I need to make some healthier changes for her too.
Happy Hump Day everyone 🙂
Michele, having our senses is a gift to be able to enjoy the world.