Thursday, October 11, 2012

Zenned Out

“Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths.” Etty Hillesum

Last night after work a group of us gathered to celebrate our friend's 50th birthday at an upscale spa for a warm mud party. The day had been awesome on several fronts. I had had an early morning physiotherapy appointment that went very well. I gave a student on my case load some great news that got her incredibly excited. Then I waltzed into the spa ready to relax, breathe, and laugh.

I love this particular spa and its treatments. I was not disappointed. The photo is from a great spa in Bali. It turns out I have a lot of spa experience compared to some people. I guess I have learned the benefit of resting between two breaths better than most.

A couple of cool things happened. Someone asked if I was going to take my make-up off before going into the spa. When I replied I was not wearing any, she was shocked to find out that my eyelashes were 100% mine and not enhanced. Later, as we zenned out in the quiet room (though we were not so quiet) I asked the birthday girl some questions. Everyone thought I should become an interviewer on CBC, like Jian Ghomeshi on Q. I thought that might be kind of interesting. I love asking people questions but Jian is so skilled at it, I can't imagine doing it. Somebody else recently said I should have a radio show.

Anyway, I am back at the same spa in a couple of weeks. In the meantime, I am going to practice resting between breaths.

Peace,

Suzanne

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