Monday Meditative Thought – Renew the Mind

Meditating on the Power of Renewal.

True transformation is shifting the way we think and to do that we renew our consciousness with the practice of meditation, affirmation, and prayer. It is our thoughts that get in the way of truly knowing our oneness with the divine. This week we continue building on this theme of transformation from download direction and know better and look to renewing the mind. “And be not conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is the good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God.” — Romans 12:2

Your “Renew The Mind” Action Plan: Throughout the week aim in meditation is to be still and quiet in your thoughts so that you may hear God. Begin to renew your mind within the “upper room” of your soul. This is an active practice of connecting what you are doing with what you are thinking and feeling.

– Skip

Friday Affirmation and Body Connection – Download Directions of the Devine

Download Directions of the Devine

Skip Jennings Affirmation I hope that you all have been meditating on our theme this week. “Download Directions of the Divine I posted Monday. LOL No worries, it’s here to ponder. We’ll continue the theme moving it into the weekend with our Body Connection.

There have been times during a run when I have received great insight about my life. In fact, many of my Aha moments have been “downloaded” during a workout. I’m a strong believer that the activity of movement creates a clearer mind for thoughts to be received and processed. I encourage everyone to get up and move, take a walk, run, to sweat a little. The physical practice can be a conduit for new ideas to flow and for contemplation to take place. During your strength-training session, yoga, run, cycle any workout time, ask a question that you have been pondering for a while. Or you can simply ask, “What insights about me do I need to learn today?” Trust that all things are connected and can lead to a deeper awareness of self if we are open and willing.

Friday’s Affirmation: Take a moment from the bustle of the week and the start of the weekend to affirm. Ready? Just for this moment… just for this breath, I download my divine direction for transformation and I live my life’s purpose. Amen

Peace and Blessings,

– Skip

The Shift With Skip Radio Guest – Heather Gillis

Heather Gillis Author and radio guest on The Shift With Skip Life can sometimes lead us to unexpected places and leave us broken, desperate, and hurting. This week’s guest is author and BowenHope founder Heather Gillis who resides in Phoenix with her two children and husband, Mac. They help found Bowen’s Hope, after the death of their son Bowen to polycystic kidney disease (PKD), 13 days after his birth. PKD is a condition that’s fatal in babies under a year old. Join Skip as we discuss how we deal with the pain of loss.

heather-gillis-book “Waiting For Heaven” Proceeds from the sale of Heather’s book benefit Bowen’s Hope.

My segment with Heather Gillis is available On-Demand here. All of The Shift With Skip Radio Shows are broadcasts live at 10AM every Wednesday’s, Check my events page on my radio page for the latest upcoming guests or to listen to past shows On-Demand.

Monday Meditative Thought – Download Directions of the Devine

This week’s meditation thought will focus on what I like to call the triple “D’s” or the “Download Directions of the Devine” Much like the multitude of gadgets that aim to keep us focused, we should also tune ourselves for insight and revelations to help us focus our shift and transform our lives. This Download Directions of the Devine is attained via a practice of prayer, meditation, and sacred study. Take a minute, two, five or what you can spare and start. It is through these Aha moments that give us the opportunities to be present and awake and ask God for the insights you need to change your life.

This week’s Action Plan: All this weeks look for divine guidance for transformation or triple D’s. Taking those moments you set aside and begin contemplating your next steps via prayer, meditation and sacred study, and begin to outline the goal plus obstacles needed to overcome that which you are seeking.

Peace and blessings,

– Skip

Vegan Recipes – Lotus Kitchen – Raw Thai Coconut Soup

lotus-kitchen-book-300x300 Today’s Vegan recipe, Raw Thai Coconut Soup continues focusing on “Raw” theme. Organically grown raw and living foods provide high-quality nutrition while naturally supporting both proper digestion and a well-functioning immune system. Eating these life-giving foods helps to alkalize the body, a key factor in building excellent health. Today’s recipe is from my upcoming book, The Lotus Kitchen with Gwen Kenneally. Almost all of the recipes in the book are paired with a practice and yoga balance piece and this one has one at the bottom of the recipe.

Raw Thai Coconut Soup

Thai cooking is lively and aromatic and this soup is no exception. The coconut, ginger and garlic play nicely off the heat of the peppers. It’s at once complex and simple, not unlike a vibrant yoga practice.

Ingredients
2 young coconuts
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 avocado
1 clove garlic, peeled
½ inch fresh ginger, peeled
1 teaspoon mustard powder
½ teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Juice of two limes
3 Red Thai Chili Peppers

Garnish:

1 cup cilantro, chopped
2 cups of tomatoes, diced
1/3 cup of red onion, diced

Slice the coconuts in half and pour the juice into a large bowl. Scoop out the flesh and place in the bowl. Liquefy all ingredients with an emersions blender. Pour into bowl and garnish with cilantro, tomato and onion before serving. You can also use a traditional blender by placing all of the ingredients and liquefying. Serve room temperature. Serves 4

The Practice: Soup that is cool to the touch but heats presents opposition; once you taste it you will know true balance.

Yoga Balance: Some think our mind and body are separate, but as we practice yoga we learn to yolk our body and mind together. That is the main intention of the yoga practice. Recognize that you are one with your mind and body in all of your practice

The Shift With Skip Radio Guest – Carolyn Gervais

Join me, as I have Dr. Carolyn Gervais, author of I Dreamed I Was Human: Awakening from the Illusion, on The Shift With Skip Radio to discuss how human life connects with soul and spirit. An ordained spiritual psychologist, certified hypnotherapist, Dr. Gervais has a Masters in holistic nutrition, and has been a professional singer for more than 20 years. She is also a regular contributor to the Sedona Journal.

Join me- Skip

I dreamed I was human

My segment with Dr. Gervais is available On-Demand here. All of The Shift With Skip Radio Shows are broadcasts live at 10AM every Wednesday’s, Check my events page on my radio page for the latest upcoming guests or to listen to past shows On-Demand.

Vegan Recipes – Lotus Kitchen – Okra Gazpacho

Today’s Vegan recipe, Raw Fresh Okra Gazpacho is a great fusion of Spanish and Africa and is from my upcoming book, The Lotus Kitchen with Gwen Kenneally.

Okra brings a lovely sheen to dishes where it’s front and center and it also is known for its role in healthy digestion. High in fiber and vitamin C, okra is also a fine source of calcium and potassium. Plus, the addition of Thai chilies brings a nice heat to the chilled gazpacho, a lovely juxtaposition that awakens the senses.

Raw Fresh Okra Gazpacho
2 cups fresh okra
2 cups fresh tomatoes
1 cup onions
1 cup cucumber
1 large garlic clove
1/3 olive oil
Juice of two lemons
½ teaspoon Thai chilies, minced
½ cup cilantro, chopped
1/3 cup parsley, chopped
4 cups tomato juice

Place first five ingredients into the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Turn to chop and dice setting and begin to puree. While processing, pour in the olive oil and lemon juice. Then add the cilantro and parsley. Lastly add tomato juice and puree briefly to leave a chunky consistency. Refrigerate and serve chilled. Serves 4

The Practice:
Like the tomato, said to heal all of our sufferings and maladies, yoga is a healing practice. We must think of our practice as healing for the mind, body, and spirit. As you eat the tomatoes in the gazpacho, feel the vibration of healing. Upward Facing Dog Pose is the posture that opens the heart chakra, allowing the heart to heal. The ability to love and receive love is magnified.

Upward Facing Dog Pose Upward Facing Dog Pose-urdhva-mukha-svanasana
(Urdvha Mukha Svanasana) Instruction: Lay flat on the mat, stomach down in prone position. Place hands flat on the floor under the arms. Press the hand into the floor and straighten the arms. Drop the shoulders from the ears, and lift the hip off the floor, keeping the legs straight, keeping the feet flat connected to the mat.

Monday Meditative Thought – You Are The Light…

Start this wonderful week of September by getting into the proper meditative thought. Begin by reminding ourselves that you are a gift to this planet and you have said yes to a mission that only you can do. The Universe supports your vision, so step out and boldly approach your destiny. Bring God’s light through your gifts and talents. Let your light shine.

Today’s Action Plan: Remember that all day this week that you are the light of God and that you are meant to let that light shine. Take a breath, be still, and contemplate what it means to shine your light as God. Morning, noon, and night take five to ten minutes to meditate and cultivate the light that is you.

Three Weeks Until….IDEA World Fitness Convention 2014

IDEA World Fitness Convention 2014

Three Weeks Until

IDEA World Fitness Convention 2014
Aug 13-17 Anaheim, CA

Join me and 12,000 fitness pros from over 60 countries and partake in 360+ sessions presented by the most knowledgeable, innovative and motivating leaders in the fitness industry. I’ve been asked to present this year and invite all of you to join me in for the fun. Plus it would be great to have my team there for support!

Below are the days and times of the courses that I will be presenting

Thursday Aug 14th

Yoga D.A.N.C.E
Thursday, 7:00-7:45am
Yoga is the pathway to our higher self. When it is achieved, we see an elevation in the mind, body, spirit and within our lives. This is an experiential approach to the practice of…

Schwinn® Cycling: Rock Stars, Preachers and Party People-How to Win in the New Era of Coaching
Thursday, 8:10-10:00am
Co-Presented with: Julz Arney, and Jeffrey Scott
To teach a truly unforgettable ride, you must be more than just a good coach. To be an addictive, inspirational instructor, you need to discover and amplify your personal style…

Schwinn® Cycling Presents Skip Jennings’ Favorite Ride: Rhythm Revival
Thursday, 2:00-3:50pm
We all want to know what the experts are saying, playing and doing in their classes, and here is your chance! Join Skip Jennings for a unique and memorable ride filled with…

Friday Aug 15th

ShockWave Circuit: The Most Efficient Total-Body Workout in the World!
Friday, 10:10am-12:00pm
Co-Presented with: Julz Arney, Gregg Cook, Josh Crosby, Amy Dixon, Paul Katami, Keli Roberts, and Doris Thews Don’t miss your chance to learn to teach the ultimate group fitness workout. Build community, interaction, competition, retention and adherence with ShockWave Circuit. It&…

ShockWave Circuit: The Most Efficient Total-Body Workout in the World!
Friday, 2:00-3:50pm
Co-Presented with: Julz Arney, Gregg Cook, Josh Crosby, Paul Katami, Jeffrey Scott, and Doris Thews Don’t miss your chance to learn to teach the ultimate group fitness workout. Build community, interaction, competition, retention and adherence with ShockWave Circuit. It&…

Saturday Aug 16th

The Yoga Groove
Saturday, 1:30-3:20pm
Looking to put a little spice in your vinyasa? Unleash the power of music to enhance your yoga class. Step out of the traditional mind-body sounds, and flow to the vibration of…

Schwinn® Cycling Presents the All-Star MPower™ Super Ride
Saturday, 3:40-5:10pm
Co-Presented with: Julz Arney, Gregg Cook, Amy Dixon, Keith Irace, Keli Roberts, Jeffrey Scott, Doris Thews, Tatiana Kolovou, and MB
Grab your spot quickly for this indoor cycling celebration taught by our most popular master instructors. Discover the thrill of training with wattage, RPM, heart rate, calorie thumping…

For the full list of 350+ sessions click here

The Shift With Skip Radio Guest – Kathleen Jamie

I am very excited to have one of the UK’s foremost poets, and award-winning author Kathleen Jamie on my show!

Her latest book Sightlines offers a landmark work about the natural world and our relationship to it. Jamie explores her native Scottish surroundings, intermingling personal history with observations of the landscape. Her constellation of interests include the natural world. archaeology, medical humanities, and art. To produce the wide range of work she’s walked and sailed many miles, and benefitted from the company and expertise of visual artists, pathologists, curators, ornithologists, and from encounters with other species too, especially birds and whales.

Please join me for this very special show.

-Skip

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