You’ve just arrived in Atsitsa Bay…
The
summer sun has just burst into view from the far east of the horizon.
The sea, though as old as time, today has a face as young as a baby’s. The
refreshing breath of the pine forest cuddles our world which the cicadas
philharmonic has set as its task to entertain. Such tranquility and
peace. Such refined beauty, untampered by man and bestowed on us by
nature, today in her best of moods!
The
group, new citizens of the island’s blue republic, had arrived the night
before. Surrounded by fruit trees and flowers, they are all now sitting up in
Atsitsa’s Magic Circle to hear a heartfelt welcome plus a few suggestions as
to how to make the most of their Skyros holiday. Nothing people didn’t already
know. Yet quite important. That’s the spirit of what they are told:
1) First of all feel free to be yourselves – there's
no need here to pretend to be what you’re not. It's too exhausting!
Show, instead, your real self in the certainty that you’ll be liked for
who you really are. We are often uncharitable towards our own selves and
usually have sides that we don’t feel comfortable with. However, here's
the place to open up to the world. You'll find that the world will also
open up to you. You'll find it a blessing and a relief!
2) Next, give generously to others as much as you can
without expectations of getting something back in return. Give for the
pleasure of giving in terms of concern, time and attention. Be sure that
the best will come back to you. Be able to accept what is offered to
you with appreciation and grace. Sometimes, accepting is more difficult
than giving!
3)
This honest and supporting environment provides all you need to be able
to take risks. It doesn’t matter if you don’t feel confident about it –
everybody’s in the same boat. Try all things you fancy, things you’ve
never tried before, from singing to climbing, from comedy improvisation
to painting, from windsurfing to writing. Learn new things and have fun. Nothing is impossible!
4) Lastly, focus, like a child, only on the present and
experience the child’s happiness at the simplest of things. Life may
not be as complicated as we think! Re-connect with the child within and
his or her curiosity, innocence, spontaneity, lack of fear and
uncritical joy. See everything as a world waiting to be discovered, a
game to be enjoyed, an opportunity for a good laugh.
As
it happens, people do respond to the encouragement and, as a rule, we
tend to end up with individuals and a community as happy as sunflowers
in sunshine. Come and find out for yourselves….
Kind Regards, The Skyros Team
Skyros,
the leading holistic holiday offers inspiring courses and activities in
stunning locations such as Skyros Island, Greece. Yoga, windsurfing,
sailing, song, dance, writing, life choices, music & more, join
Skyros for a creative holiday that opens the heart, expands the mind and
uplifts the spirit.
www.skyros.com
Contact the Skyros Team at the office via email or telephone. e: office@skyros.com Tel: 01983 86 55 66
www.skyros.com
Contact the Skyros Team at the office via email or telephone. e: office@skyros.com Tel: 01983 86 55 66
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