Whassup Champion?
I've been sweatin' writing this email, as this Playful Warrior game has gotten bigger. Now certain things are expected of me, expectations built by me, of course, and I haven't wanted to say the wrong thing, portray the wrong image, mar the brand of Mateo...f'n ridiculous, right?
So many times we edit ourselves to maintain a facade, to properly represent something we think we're aligned with. We build something beautiful, then we start lying to maintain the vision, compromising ever so slightly, all the while chipping away at our internal integrity.
The fact of the matter is that when what we build is a stand for integrity, for authenticity, we have the freedom to say whatever needs to be said. If we forget to mention a friend's party, so be it. That's where we were. If we say something offensive, so be it. That's how we felt. Whatever is stated is a testament to what is going on in a moment, one tiny slice of time, and is therefore timelessly perfect.
All that said, here we are, once again in conversation. I missed you. :)
The sun is bright as summer draws to a close here in Los Angeles. The Pacific has been uncharacteristically warm lately...some say it's the disgusting results of global warming...whatever. Makes for nice night-swims. I'm sure that one day there will be cataclysmic disasters across the planet that will make me cry, but today my lips are salty with ocean water and spread across my face in a smile. I'm still breathing. Give thanks. :)
I continue to learn and grow, a blessing I am in eternal gratitude for. Lately I've been completing more selfcentered teacher trainings, strengthening my leadership abilities and deepening my meditation practice. I'm so thankful for this gift of intentional stillness. Of all the things that I've invited into my life over the years, I have to say that the most profound is this daily commitment to close my eyes and get centered.
I've also started the process of yoga teacher training. I begin class officially in a week and a half, and in two months, I'll be Yoga Alliance accredited to teach sacred movement. Then I'm going to India to teach health-related yoga to women and children.
Oh, yeah! I got a passport. Now I can truly be an international do-gooder! Yay!!!
Bringin it back to the here and now...
I'm currently working on putting together the selfcentered presence at 2 prestigious events.
The first is Good Medicine, on September 14th. Feel free to check it out at www.thegoodmedicine.org. This is an amazing event that offers the opportunity to experience a wide variety of healing modalities while kickin it with friends.
The second is yogamonth/Global Mala LA.
We're gonna have a HUGE tent at this beautiful event on the LMU campus, September 20th - 21st. We'll be offering experiences throughout both days to take you to another level of awareness and personal authenticity, involving music, dance, chocolate and, of course, blissful stillness. I've been really enjoying co-creating these experiences with a tight little group of developers. I can't wait to unveil them for you. :)
I've been sweatin' writing this email, as this Playful Warrior game has gotten bigger. Now certain things are expected of me, expectations built by me, of course, and I haven't wanted to say the wrong thing, portray the wrong image, mar the brand of Mateo...f'n ridiculous, right?
So many times we edit ourselves to maintain a facade, to properly represent something we think we're aligned with. We build something beautiful, then we start lying to maintain the vision, compromising ever so slightly, all the while chipping away at our internal integrity.
The fact of the matter is that when what we build is a stand for integrity, for authenticity, we have the freedom to say whatever needs to be said. If we forget to mention a friend's party, so be it. That's where we were. If we say something offensive, so be it. That's how we felt. Whatever is stated is a testament to what is going on in a moment, one tiny slice of time, and is therefore timelessly perfect.
All that said, here we are, once again in conversation. I missed you. :)
The sun is bright as summer draws to a close here in Los Angeles. The Pacific has been uncharacteristically warm lately...some say it's the disgusting results of global warming...whatever. Makes for nice night-swims. I'm sure that one day there will be cataclysmic disasters across the planet that will make me cry, but today my lips are salty with ocean water and spread across my face in a smile. I'm still breathing. Give thanks. :)
I continue to learn and grow, a blessing I am in eternal gratitude for. Lately I've been completing more selfcentered teacher trainings, strengthening my leadership abilities and deepening my meditation practice. I'm so thankful for this gift of intentional stillness. Of all the things that I've invited into my life over the years, I have to say that the most profound is this daily commitment to close my eyes and get centered.
I've also started the process of yoga teacher training. I begin class officially in a week and a half, and in two months, I'll be Yoga Alliance accredited to teach sacred movement. Then I'm going to India to teach health-related yoga to women and children.
Oh, yeah! I got a passport. Now I can truly be an international do-gooder! Yay!!!
Bringin it back to the here and now...
I'm currently working on putting together the selfcentered presence at 2 prestigious events.
The first is Good Medicine, on September 14th. Feel free to check it out at www.thegoodmedicine.org. This is an amazing event that offers the opportunity to experience a wide variety of healing modalities while kickin it with friends.
The second is yogamonth/Global Mala LA.
We're gonna have a HUGE tent at this beautiful event on the LMU campus, September 20th - 21st. We'll be offering experiences throughout both days to take you to another level of awareness and personal authenticity, involving music, dance, chocolate and, of course, blissful stillness. I've been really enjoying co-creating these experiences with a tight little group of developers. I can't wait to unveil them for you. :)
In the meantime, I'm committed to bringing this gift of meditation to the world on a wide level. We just launched a program to teach meditation for $100. It's really powerful and comprehensive. I'd love your help in this mission. If you have any questions, please get in touch with me. You can hit me here, or on my cell (I love unlimited anytime minutes!) 323 620 3239.
Okay, I think this email is long enough now. ;) I'm gonna go grab some tea by the beach.
I love you. Remember that every breath is a gift, and that as a child of the Most High, you are moving in divine perfection.
I'll be in touch soon. Promise. :)
Blessings!!!
Mateo
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