• Reframe the situation
  • Look at all the positives of leaving that person. They may have been amazing in some way, but so are many other people in the world. What do you gain from no longer being with that person? 
• Write a letter
  • If you were unable to get the closure you wanted (like me) you can try writing a letter sharing all the things you wanted to say in it. It may have been their issues or yours that resulted in the breakup. What matters is that you express yourself, and once you are finished, either read the letter days later for solace, or discard it. Remember: DO NOT mail this emotional letter since you may open up wounds or seek attention they are not willing to give.
• Magnify their issues
  • This one’s a bit harsh, but if you’re in an emotional fog, you need to downplay the positive traits you remember of him or her. You need to understand that they aren’t perfect. They had their issues, and in the end you may have dodged a bullet. You’ll never know, but the point is to cope through the loss of being around them.

Robert Sturman is a visual artist and dedicated yoga practitioner. His work has increasingly focused on capturing the timeless grace embodied mindfulness of asana. Sturman’s portraits, whether set in the lively streets of Manhattan, the expansiveness of Malibu's beaches and canyons, the timeless elegance of Walden's New England, or the bleakness of San Quentin Prison, remind us that there is beauty everywhere.

He has done incredible work capturing the essence of this practice in a beautiful, remarkable way. He is such a wise sage and I feel so honored to be his friend and have him be part of this community.

Radically Sage Robert

• Learning to be in the knowingness and walk away confidently as a photographer
• Changing the definition of being an artist from self-destructive to self-respecting
• Discovering the beautiful poetry of yoga and telling humanity’s story

Radically Inspired Clarity

• So much of yoga is simplicity and prayer. It can be intimidating if you don’t honor the poses that come from the heart.
• Stop looking outside. The more sincere you become, the more authentic your work is.

Robert Sturman Answers…

• Did you see your path going in the direction of yoga?
• What big changes have you seen in yoga in the past years?
• What advice would you give to people who feel unoriginal?

Radically Loved Quotes

“So many people are concerned with being interesting. I’ve found that people who are more interested in things are more interesting.”

“I wanted to rewrite the story of what it means to be an artist.”

“Photography starts to pave the way to create a new reality.”

“If you change someone, you’re almost saying there’s something wrong with them. I’m not going to change someone and turn them into some homogenous yoga person.”

A Little More About Our Guest

The subject of two New York Times articles, Robert’s work has increasingly gestured at something beyond the physical, something transcendent. His stunning repertoire runs the gamut from yogis perched on rocks surrounded by the Pacific ocean, to African orphans practicing yoga in Kenya, to breast cancer survivors, bare-chested and scarred. A native Southern Californian, Robert Sturman lives in Santa Monica with his dog, Chai. www.robertsturmanstudio.com/

It’s fairly simple:

1. Pick an MIT. First thing in the morning, before you get on your phone or online, think about what you need to do. What would make the biggest difference in your life, your work? If you have several, it doesn’t matter … just randomly choose one for now. You can get to the others later. Don’t waste your time in indecision, the point is to practice with one task. This one task you choose for today is your one Most Important Task (MIT).
2. Do a 15-minute focus session. As soon as you start working for the day (maybe after getting ready, eating, yoga/meditation/workout, whatever), clear away all browser tabs, applications, and anything you don’t need for your MIT for today. Start a timer for 15 minutes.
3. You only have two choices. For these 15 minutes, you can not switch to anything else (no checking email, messages, social media, doing other work tasks, cleaning your desk, etc.). You can only a) work on your MIT, or b) sit there and do nothing. Those are your only options. Watch your urges to switch, but don’t follow them.
4. Report to an accountability partner. My coaching client is going to succeed in large part because he has me to keep him accountable. Find a partner who will keep you accountable. 

Seane Corn is an internationally celebrated yoga teacher known for her impassioned activism, unique self-expression, and inspirational style of teaching that incorporates both the physical and mystical aspects of the practice of yoga.

Since the beginning of her teaching career in 1994, many yoga, health and wellness sources have sought her insight and expertise. I can honestly say this woman is my hero.

Seane is an incredible inspiration and a powerful voice in our community. I had the chance to talk with her on a number of subjects, particularly one that’s been taking over the media and I was so inspired by what she had to say. I am honored to share this conversation with you. Enjoy!

Radically REAL Seane

• Recognizing how women are conditioned to make excuses and minimize issues
• Allowing someone to bear witness to your struggles and breaking the shame
• Investing time in learning more about politics and how things are run

Radically Inspired Clarity

• Changing people will change the system. We need to get more women in office to change things from the inside.

Seane Corn Answers…

• Why is this happening now?
• How do we begin to change power dynamics?
• How can we educate our yoga community?

Radically Loved Quotes

“I can speak out because I’m in a position to do so. Therefore, I have a responsibility.”

“Me too is powerful. It’s a movement whose time has come.”

“If it’s not safe to be heard, find an ally and practice telling your truth to someone.”

“When someone is vulnerable and healing, the parameters of consent really need to be looked at.”

A Little More About Our Guest

Seane’s classes integrate dynamic vinyasa flow asana (linking movement with breath) with the application of precise alignment, meditation, visualization, intention and prayer to create an inner journey towards healing and empowerment.  A uniquely modern yogini, both present to the challenging realities of contemporary life and deeply motivated by the great mystical teachings of inspired love, she’s dedicated to exploring truth in all the moments of life, both the light and the dark; elements found in all human experiences.  She approaches her life with a fierce willingness to learn and grow, and her commitment to make spirituality accessible and inspiring to all is reflected by her own willingness to deepen her personal understanding of the mysteries, and her desire to share all that she discovers along the way.  www.seanecorn.com

#1 Do a yearly review

• What went well for me last year?
• What accomplishments did I have?
• How did I improve my life?
• How did I improve my relationships?

#2 Finish what you started

#3 Be realistic

#4 Focus on what you really want

#5 Put yourself at the top of the list

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

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Rosie and Brant reflect on how this “incredibly life-changing experience” has helped them expand how they see yoga.