It was so cool to meet Sarah Marlowe Spence! By day she’s an IT contractor and by night she lives a dynamic spiritual life. Actually, it’s really not that cut and dry - the picture’s just more vivid when I say it that way. In truth, she is both these things (and more) at all times during the day. Balancing our identities is one thing that we discuss in this episode - How can you keep your sense of truth without leaving the office?
Oftentimes, we have this fantasy of sticking it to the man and then galloping off into a shiny life where you won’t be held back from who you really are and you can just BE YOURSELF!! (* cue sunset and the angelic voice of the choir *) While ditching
your day job might be the right choice for some, it’s not the right move for everybody. For example, if you enjoy your job, you shouldn’t feel like you’re missing out if you don’t cavort out of the office with wild abandon. That’s what Sarah’s story shows - she loves her job as an IT professional….and she also loves her studies in yoga. shamanism, and esoteric studies (which we also talk about in this episode). She spends her time at the office and at the ashram. She’s the perfect person to talk to about how to keep your true sense of self without having to quit your day job!
Key Nuggets:
As your yoga practice deepens, you’ll realize that Yoga is life and its teachings extend much beyond the physical poses.
It’s important to live your truth but also be aware that your truth can change.
Sarah’s advice on how to be fearless:
First Light Flower Essence
Use your yoga to create fearlessness by embodying what the pose represents:
Ex. Use Warrior pose and embody the warrior and find strength
Ex. Use Archer pose and imagine yourself pulling back with strength and then letting go
One of Your Biggest Lessons So Far:
Enjoy the moment as much as possible because life is a journey, not a destination.
What is one nugget of wisdom that you would share with fellow seekers who are on this journey of growth and transformation?
Dig deep. Find the courage and be fearless. Be inspired to hold the determination that you have and that you can find to keep going.
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If you have any questions for Sarah or want to learn more, connect with her through:
Website: www.sarahmarlowespence.com
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