Passionate Theme of the Day: Dog Karma

Every time I get the yoga mat out and set up for my Yoga-Booty-Ballet sessions, my dog – Trixie “Tru-Love” goes berserk! She jumps up and down trying to get on the mat. Then as soon as I hit downward dog pose, she does too! I thought it was a fluke at first. But I swear it happens every time I do yoga. She LOVES it. When she’s not hangin’ in down dog, she tries to kiss me and lick my sweaty arms or face or neck, whichever happens to be closest.

I started observing both my dogs. Know what? Even on the days that I don’t shake my butt outta bed and stretch, the first thing they do each morning is downward and upward dog. I’m envious of my other dog - Chance, “Don’t call me Chuck”…he can go from down dog to up dog in one flowy, seamless motion. Sometimes I think Trixie is a master yogi reincarnated into a dog. She trips me out.

The other thing I love about my dogs is that they “get” what life is all about. They eat when hungry. Play when they feel like playing. Sleep when tired. Are constant cuddler’s, kissers and lovers. They are pure, unconditional love wrapped up in furry little packages. This got me thinking about the guidance that animals give us, if only we’re open to receiving their messages.

I stumbled back upon an article I’d saved from Lance Secretan’s website (it’s no longer a live link). Here’s what wisdom he found from his dog, appropriately named – Spirit:

~Be happy.
~Love what you do so much that there is no difference between Monday and Saturday.
~Run, romp and play daily.
~Be in the moment when going for a joyride.
~Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
~Never pass up the opportunity to explore new areas.
~Leave room in your schedule for regular naps and stretch before rising.
~A stick is not just a stick - if you play with me and make it fun, it will be a joyful and transcending thing.
~When meeting new friends for the first time - make it very clear how glad you are to make their acquaintance.
~Give people lots of attention and welcome their affection.
~Always be ready to learn something new. The rewards can be handsome.
~When it feels right, make lots of noise.
~Forgiveness is a wonderful thing - don’t hold grudges for more than two minutes.
~Harbor no hidden agendas.
~No matter how often you are scolded, don’t buy into the guilt thing and pout - run right back and make friends.
~Directness is a wonderful thing. If you want something, just make your desire very clear.
~It can never be said enough: If you told me each time you thought “I love you”, I would love you more.
~Speaking of love - just give it unconditionally.
~Let others know when they are invading your boundaries.
~When you make a mistake (farting for example) just carry on like nothing happened, or make it cute, and everyone will think you are lovable.
~If you ever feel angry, remember these three words of advice: get over it.
~If what you want what lies buried, dig until you find it.
~Remember the Law of Dog Karma: What you give is what you get.
~Your Personal Mission should be: “To be the kind of person your dog thinks you are.”

Wanted to share this lovely dog wisdom. I dig hanging out with my dogs and watching them be REAL. The just get it don’t they? Go with the flow and own their moods. If they feel funky…roll out the funky red carpet. If they are excited, there’s no doubt about it. They are ever the empathetic listeners; in fact, they use their 6th sense and seem to just “know” when you feel sad or blue.

Let’s observe our furry friends. Let’s be unconditional with our love. Let’s sit with a friend when they’re funky. Let’s BE excited to see family and friends. Let’s sleep when we need it. Play everyday just because it’s a good thing. And eat when we’re hungry. Let’s own our emotions and ask (or beg if needed) for what we want.

Which dog qualities will you own today? What lessons have you learned from your furry friends?

Bow to the wow,
Kam

ps...for more info on furry friends as spirit guides check this out