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driftfleet2016-02-04 11:26 am
resnipstance) wrote in driftfleet2016-02-04 11:26 am
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Who: Ahsoka + You
Broadcast: Video
Action: Iskaulit
When: Video is Feb 3rd. Action is Feb 4th and onwards.
VIDEO:
Hey. [New Flooters, meet your resident weird-looking alien girl.] If you haven't met me yet, my name's Ahsoka Tano.
Starting tomorrow morning at 0700, I'm going to be holding regular guided meditation sessions in the Prayer Room for anyone who wants to learn. Lessons are free of charge and you don't need to know me or ask to come along. I'll be there every morning, so anyone can come as they please. [She figures that might help the anonymous person she promised to teach as well. They don't have to reveal who they are to her if they don't want to.]
I know it's early, but I thought early would be best so that those of you who have to go to work in the morning can make it. Plus, then you can start the day off on a high note! Meditation is a great way to help manage anxiety and stress. It's also proven to improve concentration and clarity of mind.
... In the evenings at 1800, I'll be holding some easy self defense classes in the Iskaulit gym, every Tuesday and Thursday. It's just basic stuff, like how to get away from different kinds of attackers. Don't worry if you think you're too small or not fit enough or whatever. There's a way for everyone.
It is a beginners class, but if you're experienced and want to help out, I'd appreciate any volunteers to partner up with people! Otherwise I'm going to be taking a lot of punches on my own, haha.
Anyway, that's all from me! Feel free to ask any questions, otherwise, hope to see you there.
ACTION:
[If you simply want to show up to one of Ahsoka's classes, just go ahead. She'll be where she said she'd be! You don't have to show up to the first class, you can handwave going any day of the week. Turn up to a full class, an empty class, it's up to you.
Also, if you have a character who would volunteer to help Ahsoka out with the self defense classes, feel free to just tag into any relevant top levels from beginners if they're relevant to your interests. Don't wait for me to match you up with people, in other words.]
Broadcast: Video
Action: Iskaulit
When: Video is Feb 3rd. Action is Feb 4th and onwards.
VIDEO:
Hey. [New Flooters, meet your resident weird-looking alien girl.] If you haven't met me yet, my name's Ahsoka Tano.
Starting tomorrow morning at 0700, I'm going to be holding regular guided meditation sessions in the Prayer Room for anyone who wants to learn. Lessons are free of charge and you don't need to know me or ask to come along. I'll be there every morning, so anyone can come as they please. [She figures that might help the anonymous person she promised to teach as well. They don't have to reveal who they are to her if they don't want to.]
I know it's early, but I thought early would be best so that those of you who have to go to work in the morning can make it. Plus, then you can start the day off on a high note! Meditation is a great way to help manage anxiety and stress. It's also proven to improve concentration and clarity of mind.
... In the evenings at 1800, I'll be holding some easy self defense classes in the Iskaulit gym, every Tuesday and Thursday. It's just basic stuff, like how to get away from different kinds of attackers. Don't worry if you think you're too small or not fit enough or whatever. There's a way for everyone.
It is a beginners class, but if you're experienced and want to help out, I'd appreciate any volunteers to partner up with people! Otherwise I'm going to be taking a lot of punches on my own, haha.
Anyway, that's all from me! Feel free to ask any questions, otherwise, hope to see you there.
ACTION:
[If you simply want to show up to one of Ahsoka's classes, just go ahead. She'll be where she said she'd be! You don't have to show up to the first class, you can handwave going any day of the week. Turn up to a full class, an empty class, it's up to you.
Also, if you have a character who would volunteer to help Ahsoka out with the self defense classes, feel free to just tag into any relevant top levels from beginners if they're relevant to your interests. Don't wait for me to match you up with people, in other words.]
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Sounds like we're off to a good start, then. Have a seat.
[Ahsoka herself is already sitting down on the floor at the front of the room, cross legged. In front of her is an array of pillows to choose from and then further back are a few chairs.]
The old masters always go on and on about sitting in the correct position or whatever, but I think it's more important to pick whatever's most comfortable for you when you're starting out.
[Ahsoka has too many memories of trying to meditate on a cold hard floor as a child and being able to think nothing other than "This is uncomfortable and I hate it."]
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Makes sense. I mean, it'd be hard to clear your mind if all you can think about is the fact that your foot is falling asleep or whatever.
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So, now it's my turn to teach, I'm doing it my way.
[She shuffles around a bit, getting comfortable herself, before taking a few breaths to center herself.]
... Okay. You ready? I'm going to count breathing in and out for a count of four. Do your best to follow along, but don't stress too much if you can't, and close your eyes whenever it feels right.
In, 2, 3, 4... out, 2, 3, 4...
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But she takes a deep breath, and tries to focus on that. On the in, out. On the counting. ]
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With each in breath... picture yourself breathing in peace and serenity. With each out breath... breathe out any the things that are bothering you. Your stresses, your worries. Acknowledge that it's okay to let them go for ten minutes.
[She counts another round of breathing, and lets them go another minute or so like that, waiting for Hera's energy to calm. When it seems more settled, she continues:]
If you notice your attention drifting... that's natural. When you realise, simply notice the thought, and then let it pass on, allowing your focus to come back to your breath. There's no judgement here. No right... or wrong. Only you... and the universe.
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You know, the mind-reading thing is a little disconcerting.
[ But she's not actually particularly disturbed by it. Kanan doesn't use the Jedi stuff very often, or at least he didn't until recently, but every once in a while he'll anticipate her thoughts, questions, wants. ]