gratitude.

let me fall if i must. the one i will become will catch me.

 baal shem tov

gratitude.

it's a word we hear often, a feeling we're encouraged to cultivate. "an attitude of gratitude"

however in our modern daily life, true gratitude can feel elusive. how do we access that deep sense of appreciation, not just for the big things, but for the everyday moments that make up our lives?

perhaps the key lies in recognizing the inherent fragility of everything we hold dear.

our health, our relationships, our circumstances – they are all subject to change in an instant. this isn't meant to be a painful thought, but rather a grounding realization. a realization that nothing is guaranteed and change is the only constant.  the very things we often take for granted are precious and fleeting. 

think about it: a simple phone call, text, or email can bring news that alters the course of our lives. literally that breathless moment.  it's a deep moment of pain and vulnerability that carries with it a powerful catalyst for gratitude.

when we see this, feel this,  the mundane becomes extraordinary. the everyday becomes a gift. the challenges we face become opportunities for growth.  we are living with an awareness of the present moment. it's about appreciating the small joys, the simple pleasures, the people who enrich our lives. it's about recognizing that every breath, every sunrise, every shared laugh is a miracle in its own right.

cultivating this awareness takes practice. it requires us to slow down, to pay attention, to be present.  let us help you with that.  whether you attend our regular classes or our february workshops and specialty classes , you can slow down, pay attention, breathe, and be present

light your lamp & you light the world

-june and the moondog team