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"The athlete that dwells in each of us is more than an abstract ideal. It is a living presence that can change the way we feel and live."
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In The Life We Are Given, it reads: "...
don't forget to appreciate the miracle of the human body in motion. No matter what its present state of conditioning, this body is the culmination of an incredible evolutionary journey, the repository of experience of aeons, the harbinger of adventures yet to come.
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When we move, walk, run and engage in activity, we are present to the extraordinary miracle that is the human body. While exercising obviously affects our physical state of being, it is also interconnected with our mental and emotional health as well. Included in our ITP commitments, accomplishing at least three hours of aerobic exercise every week in increments of no less than twenty minutes, is a vital part of our practice.
We hope this month's newsletter offers motivation in a renewed commitment, not just to exercise itself, but to also experience the sense of awe that comes with inhabiting our body in motion.
If you're looking for inspiration, consider joining our free, community Kata online sessions.
- Weekly Kata on Thursdays at 4:30-5:45pm PDT. Click here for zoom info.
- ITP Houston hosts open sessions in August on Mondays, 6:30 - 7:45 CDT. Kata and sharing with members and newcomers. Click here for zoom info.
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Stay safe, well and alert - and enjoy your practice.
Blessings from the ITP International Team
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READ: Wimps of the Wild?: Part 3 of The Human Potential Chronicles
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mid-1960s, ITP co-founder George Leonard began making a serious study of the human potential-body, mind, heart, and soul, causing him to question the usual characterizations of the human individual as a weakling among animals. In this third segment of The Human Potential Chronicles, George Leonard explains why our extraordinary physical attributes makes us anything but "wimps of the wild."
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While it's suggested that we limit our distractions while engaging in physical activity, Runner's World has put together a soundtrack if you find a bit of musical motivation is helpful to get you moving.
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PRACTICE:
Reflecting On Our Extraordinary Body
After reading George Leonard's "Wimps Of The Wild" segment, reflect on the following questions:
- How does the body serve as a metaphor for human thought, emotion, and action?
- How do you see yourself as an athlete?
- How have you used your hands today in some complex manner that you normally barely think about consciously?
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Interested in putting your practice into action with your community?
Do you have a favorite ITP resource or tip you use to stay motivated? Reply to this email or send a message to Robert Stewart and we can share it in upcoming issues.
We hope these resources have energized your practice and sparked conversation in your community. Don't hesitate to pass this email along if you know of anyone embarking on a transformative journey of their own.
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"There is a human striving for self-transcendence. It's part of what makes us human. With all of our flaws we want to go a little bit further than we've gone before and maybe even further than anyone else has gone before."
- George Leonard
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