It was interesting considering Saucha and what came to mind initially when I thought of purity as compared to clarity. I think it’s interesting because once Jen mentioned the word clarity it really did shift how I saw Saucha and even how I thought of the idea of purity in this sense. I think purity just has such a specific connotation in our society and particularly in the Christian church that I instinctually jump to that. Clarity however is something I am always seeking and not something I am always very good at. For me, it can be such a challenge to have clarity of thought and emotion and it has been something I have worked with over the last several years while working to find my own voice. In that work, it has required me to really be more clear with what I want, what I am doing, etc. etc.
As for my creative project, I have been thinking a lot about what would be fun for me. I am working with the idea of creating something that could be shared/used for possibly like sex workers or those who are facing housing instability. I have a long term project with an organization run by sex workers and will be visiting again for some education soon. They often speak of how both the staff and the clients are just so burned out right now and struggling, so I am still trying to discover what it might look like, but I’d like to share something with this community that I have been working with for many years.
I loved the final reflections, thank you for sharing. I love a restful practice. I teach a restorative yin class on Friday evenings and it is such a great way for people to end their week.
I’m really excited about the final project, and I truly appreciate you sharing examples of past students’ creations. I love how you encourage us to choose the format that feels most meaningful and authentic to us, whether that’s a poem, artwork, collage, or something else unique. I especially loved the mantra-based practice and learning how sacred sounds can elevate consciousness and help regulate the nervous system. The creativity and thoughtfulness behind everyone’s projects were incredibly inspiring and gave me so many ideas for how I’d like to approach my own final project at the end of the cohort.
I’m also very grateful for the flexibility of this YTT program and appreciate being able to join live whenever I have the opportunity. Thank you for this beautiful space!