Gaia Community: Tatiana's Blog

If you could play any instrument, what would it be?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Mon, 25 May 2009 13:29:40 GMT

Drums - all kinds of hand drums and kit too. I love to dance to the beats and to watch people move. Beats can be so simple and primal or complicated divisions of time. They touch me at the core and help me to connect, with mySelf, Earth, Others.

Tags: QaR, music, instrument, learning, song

What does your highest self want for you today?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 14:02:27 GMT

My highest self wants me to be OK. (With what is and to not worry/stress about that which I cannot control.) Let go. Accept. Surrender. And trust. I am growing.

Tags: QaR, self, message, highest self

If you had all the time in the world what would you do?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 16:10:51 GMT

Off the top of my head, if I had all the time in the world I would swim, dance, play, write, practice yoga, read, take photos, spend time with friends and family, share, sit by lakes and rivers, walk through forests, make love, ride my bike, learn an instrument and play music and travel. I would do all the things I enjoy doing but more often and perhaps for longer periods of time than I do now.

No doubt I would spend more time volunteering for more organizations & participate in campaigns supporting human rights and environmental issues.

And I am sure I will think of more things as the day goes on :)

Tags: QaR, time, purpose, calling

In what area of your life might you like someone to help you?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 15:54:43 GMT

Work. I'd like a person or two to assist with some tasks currently associated with my position due to lack of resources. Or the resources to hire one or two skilled folk to take some responsibility off me.

More breathing less stress. Less work more play.

Having said this, I enjoy my work very much. I just need more support to do it in a healthy manner.

I have asked and am working on manifesting it.

Peace and thanks.

Tags: QaR, support, life, help assistance

What's the most beautiful thing you've seen someone do lately?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 15:37:06 GMT

Cry.

Tags: QaR, beauty, others, beautiful, people

What does your body want to say to the world?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 14:13:48 GMT

I am so sorry I have been so out of touch - with you, with me. Every day I recieve these questions and for the past month or more have read them and deleted as I have been "too busy" to reply and take the time for me.

I started a (fabulous) new job and have put so much of myself into it I have not made time for me or you.

Sorry about that. I am glad to have done so in this moment and send you and me love and support.

Here for us in this moment,

xo Tatiana

Tags: QaR, body, message, communication, speaking, writing

What do you have the hardest time accepting?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 03:28:29 GMT

At times, myself. Ways of being which do not serve me. Luckily I am able to work through this rather quickly as I know that I am doing my best, that all is perfect the way it is - and so am I.

Tags: QaR, acceptance, self, trait, feature, love

What lifts your spirits?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 15:18:00 GMT

The following things came to mind upon contemplating what lifts my spirits:

Being in the presence of my nieces and nephews, swinging on a swing set, swimming in the ocean, dancing. Hmm, music, friends and family, a walk in the forest, journalling - and sunshine.

Tags: QaR, spirits, love, happiness, joy, delight

Where would you recommend people give their time?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 13:37:40 GMT

I would recommend people volunteer wherever they feel inspired to. If they weren't sure I would encourage them to be still and listen to their inner voice and see what feels right for them.

Tags: QaR, volunteering, giving, time, connection

What is the best thing about anger?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 13:12:45 GMT

It provides the opportunity to recognize & drop into hurt so as to release & heal.

Tags: QaR, anger, wonderful, emotions

What is the most difficult thing about love?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 19:20:33 GMT

Keeping the heart open, no matter what.

Watching people you love go through challenging times while allowing them to figure it out and find their way in their own time.

Stopping myself from making love to everyone I see when I am connected and my heart is clear and open and joyous and light and loving and beaming sunshine :)

Tags: QaR, love, difficulty, challenge

What would you like to learn today?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 13:21:34 GMT

To practice patience, compassion and extension in times even when it does not look "safe" to do so. To remain in my centre no matter what.

Tags: QaR, learning, discovery, today, education, self

Do you give yourself enough time?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 13:55:50 GMT

I am always amazed at how timely the questions are.

No I do not give myself enough time if late. In fact it has been almost 6 months of work focused life with little time to run, cycle, walk along the river, cook, chill out and visit with friends and family. I am now burnt out and looking very forward to a trip to Hawaii in two months.

Of course as a result of this I am not as present as I'd like to be in my everyday life and relationships with others as I have very little to give - not the way I wish to be.

I am doing my best but just this week have begun to let go of some things and to make decisions which will create more time and less work.

This has been forefront in my mind for some time and kept me awake last night composing letters in my mind, letting go of certain committments & responsibilities.

Thank you for the gentle reinforcement & support.

Tags: QaR, time, patience, space, self

What are you excited about?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:59:11 GMT

Going to Hawaii in January. Spending time with friends and being near the ocean.

Tags: QaR, excitement, expectation, anticipation, joy

How do you feel during vacations?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 01:20:28 GMT

Present. Heavenly. Peaceful. Adventurous. Curious. Joyful. At home.

Tags: QaR, relaxation, vacations, vacationing

What most helps your personal growth?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 01:14:34 GMT

Struggle. And acceptance.

Tags: QaR, personal development, growth, unfolding, life

What have you learned from moving?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 13:41:07 GMT

That I am adaptable. To let go of "stuff." That I love making a home whether it be a tent, boat, apartment, or house. That I am ok with it.

To hire movers :)

Tags: QaR, moving, learning, lessons, travel, relocation, homes

Where have you been looking?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 17:23:08 GMT

Waaay back to kindergarten up to grade 6 at events which took place which shaped who I have been and defences I set up to "protect" myself but which no longer serve me.

And into the future to the spring and where my career could go - and where I want it to - while Being true to myself, growing and expanding and achieving and maintaining balance and living into my purpose and continuing to create financial stability for the present and future.

Tags: QaR, seeing, vision, looking

How did you start on your spiritual path?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 14:40:08 GMT

I have to say that I have always been drawn to it. Even when I did not know what it was. When I was younger I did not understand why I thought of certain things nor had knowledge I had not learned in school or why I was curious about the human heart and condition of the world.

I recently moved and found several papers I had written in grade school about astrology, about how the solution to World peace is that each person must first love themselves, that it begins within ourselves and another on a robot machine teacher - we are talking the 70's here! I also remembered a project I did on solar power - my mom helped me build a model of a solar house with panels on the roof and all!

In my teens I got a job selling jewellery with a woman who worked with semi-precious stones and learned about the power and energy of stones and in the early 90's began to learn about and work with aromatherapy. It was around that time I met my friend Jane who was making beeswax candles and selling them at craft shows but I could feel she was a healer and had much more power to heal within her. She now has a very successful company selling aroma crystal products which incorporate both aromatherapy and vibrational healing properties.

In addition to all the above I took a course on "Death & Dying in other Cultures" which lead to me writing an essay on death within life caused by abuse & rebirth through healing. Something about the paper resonated with my prof who recommended I read "The Courage to Heal" and I was off on a guided spiritual and healing journey.

Many more interesting adventures, encounters with healers and others on the path and learning opportunities later and here I am.

How interesting to write all this down. I love the daily questions and reflections.

Tatiana

Tags: QaR, spirituality, path, exploration, questioning, seeking

What do you wish people spent more time discussing?

http://pathtopeace.gaia.com — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 16:11:47 GMT

Hmm, I think of a couple of things here. One would be positive news and things going on which are good.

Another is sharing about fear, pain, insecurity so that we could see that we all have the same issues and by sharing can support one another in healing. Sometimes just saying something or sharing is enough.

Truth. In relationship. In politics. With our Selves.

How much change is taking place, despite how slowly it may seem to be happening.

Solutions. Solutions to poverty, conflict etc.

As David Usher sings, "love will save the day."

That's what comes to mind at this moment. From the place I am at.

Tags: QaR, speaking, talking, discussion, conversation