Integration is not embodiment
Integration is not embodiment that is what Betsy Milne of Luscious Hustle said to us in the 1 month magnetic mastermind I did this past November. It really struck a chord with me. How many times do we say we are embodying something but truly we are just integrating into our lives it's not fully embodied yet?
You are still learning your new habits during integration you will have setbacks embodiment is when you can truly walk your talk, the new operating system.
Let's Break it down
During integration you are still learning your new habits you will have setbacks, you're a new puppy learning the lay of the land.
Embodiment is when you can truly walk your talk, it's your new operating system. You have practiced these habits and are so second nature you forget there is another way to operate.
For myself I have been embracing the winter season since 2017 now. I have been going outside in some capacity during the winter months for going on 4 years now. It is how I've learned to truly embrace the cold winter months. I also picked up cross-country skiing and occasionally snowboard. I have found ways to truly embody my love of the winter months.
4 years ago I was still learning I was integrating the daily walks, cross-country skiing maybe 2-3 times the entire winter season. Now I've already cross-country skied after our first big snowfall. It's something I embody but also love doing. It's not something I have to think long and hard about doing there is a natural flow to it in my day.
What are you integrating right now?
What do you want to integrate this season? You know I'm a big fan of seasonal living that's why I chose the IG handle of @seasonallivingmamas
It is something I've done for many years now and embody. I even wrote a book about it. I feel many of us when we are integrating forget the seasonal shifts that occur. As this episode is airing it's winter solstice my favorite holiday. I love the winter solstice and celebrate it with my family. I've recorded several podcasts about my traditions if you want to tune into one I will put links in the show notes.
What I embody changes with the seasons. I take time to rest more in the winter, it's a time of creative energy. I have different practices I embody at this time of the year. More yoga nidra, meditation, reading, puzzles less driving to my favorite trail every chance I get, or taking 2-3 hour walks. What I needs shifts.
What are the areas you want to focus on this winter season?
What do you want to embody?
- A more intentional lifestyle?
- Deeper connection with yourself
- More mindful movement practices
- Meditation
- Journaling
- Understanding how to listen to your body
I have found the winter months the perfect time to explore the deeper topics with yourself. It's a time to rest and go inwards. If you give yourself that space often during the spring season you have that pop of energy, burst of ideas and feel ready to plant the seeds you've been dreaming of during the colder, darker winter months.
Past Winter Solstice Episodes
Weekly Challenge
Journal about what you want to integrate right now. What is the next area you want to embody? Start to take those integration steps now to embrace the new embodiment of what is coming for you.
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