THE SEVEN STEPS OF MORNING
My first step is that of gratitude ...
for the gift of another fresh day of life.
My second step is that of love ...
for the Holy One and all my dear ones.
My third step is that of hope ...
for the possibility of growth in each moment.
My fourth step is that of compassion ...
for all of creation and our deep connection.
My fifth step is that of generosity ...
for all that shall be asked of me this day.
My sixth step is that of laughter ...
for the joys that will refresh my heart.
My seventh step is that of patience ...
for the difficult challenges that may arise.
Joyce Rupp

bring your left foot in towards your body,
in a big forward step.
Both your hands should be firmly planted on your mat,
left foot between your hands,
head tilted towards the ceiling.