Thrival Kit for Getting To The Root ✨
Growing strong and deep roots will help you thrive when the winds of change and transition come. When we feel rooted, we can let go of the need to control. We can let the winds come, let them open and unfurl us because we are rooted and connected to a strong sense of trust and inner wisdom.
The Quick Fix Myth
There is a narrative happening where we are bombarded with messages for a quick fix - take a magic pill for this ailment or a shot for this issue. We mask symptoms so we don’t have to look at what is really going on. Of course there is great value in many remedies AND it is also vital to look at the root cause of why it is happening, to understand what is really going on underneath the symptoms and situations.
For example, if we have a recurring pain in our body, a recurring relationship issue, or recurring thought patterns that are not serving us, it takes courage to get curious and to look underneath the surface as to where it came from. It is vital to our healing to get to the root. We see it in physical and emotional health, relationships, we even see it playing out in the political arena - we try to make a quick fix but the issue keeps showing up in similar ways. Even if it's with a different cast of characters, the result ends up in a similar tune and flavor. This is because we aren’t getting to the root cause.
Getting to the Root
Our roots are how we take in nourishment, just like a flower or a tree, and if we are feeding ourselves from toxic soil then it can cause toxicity in the body. When we are rooted in nourishment it shows in the outward experience of life. Strong mighty roots help us survive and thrive when the winds of change and transition come which it always does. The deeper and stronger we root, the higher we can climb and the stronger we can stand.
So how do we create rich soil for our roots to grow deep and strong?
We practice mastering nourishment through our words (to ourselves and others), feelings, and emotions
We feed our bodies well
We take time for introspection, we practice listening deeply to our body, to what it is saying and what it is needing
We surround ourselves with nourishing people that help feed our soil instead of deplete it and let go of or transform toxic situations in our lives
We make times for people and situations that bring us joy and authentic connection.
It takes practice, it takes commitment, and it takes knowing you are worthy of a rich and beautiful life.
“Practicing with Jill & Jessica and this community is so empowering. I am feeling my life change from the inside out and my vision finally coming into alignment. I feel grounded and steady. Thank you!” ~Rebecca, SLC member
Our April Thrival Tips
This month through our classes, workshops and inspirations ~ we will be practicing Getting to the Root. Here is your April Thrival Kit to get you revved up on the path.
We have chosen three tips and a journal prompt to help you ENERGIZE, NOURISH & AWAKEN. And please do join us at our weekly Freedom Movement™️ class where we will practice (in-person and virtually) this theme all month long. You can join us live in Boulder, Colorado or online from everywhere. When we practice together it amplifies the results and to us, that is the true meaning of community.
Spring Earth Shake
As you may know, we are huge fans of shaking it out. It has incredible health benefits both physically and emotionally. This month we invite you to step outside barefoot on the Spring Earth and SHAKE. Read more here!
RECIPE
Roasted Root Vegetables
Root Vegetables are very grounding and nourishing, especially when grown in organic rich soils. We love to roast veggies that are in season and local, any root veggies will do. Parsnips, beets, carrots, onions, radishes, rutabaga, sweet potatoes, and mushrooms are all great options. You can serve them over greens, use as a side dish, or as part of an antipasta plate with meats and cheeses. Check out the recipe here.
Take a Walk
Take a slow walk and notice the seeds starting to sprout. These seeds that were in the darkness of the Winter are starting to awaken and reach for the light, to do so they must build their roots. It takes courage to reach through the unknown darkness, it takes nourishment of our soil to grow deep roots. Take a walk and notice the buds starting to open, seeds starting to sprout and the first signs of Spring. Contemplate where in your life you are growing or want to grow strong roots of your own. Where do you want to dig deeper to gain more understanding by shining a light in the darker places. Watch how nature is doing that every day all around us and feel into what that feels like inside yourself.
FROM THE HEART,
P.S. Have a listen to Jill & Jessica as they discuss slowing down to speed up and how this has impacted their life for the better.
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