Reflecting on today's retreat reminds me how much I really enjoy meditation and how much I really need to do more yoga. I have been meditating for about six years but only started doing yoga this past year. I can barely touch my toes on a good day and I sweat like a pedophile in a pediatricians office when I do sun salutations.
The retreat was focused on the Buddhist idea (and the healthcare professional need) of practicing exquisite empathy and maintaining healthy boundaries in our lives. Over the years I've gotten clearer on my boundaries and limits of involvement in situations and relationships. Having compassion for all sentient beings does not supersede my compassion and need to take care of myself. Sometimes not 'helping' or limiting my involvement, though seemingly selfish, is for the greater good. It's about knowing when to self care, after all, if I don't take care of myself how can I take care of you?
Taking care of my limits is a good thing.
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