I have developed a highly structured, repetitive practice not to be bound to it, not to be rigid.

rather to establish a rhythm of habit. I don't discipline myself to practice. I look for opportunity to practice.

when life "outside" the practice "interrupts", whether a crisis, an aesthetic imperative, or just a deeply felt need for a break, it is part of the practice.

I never want my practice to be an obstacle to the rest of my life. I drop it when needed, with as little drama as possible.

because my practice is habitual, when I am ready to ground, re-center, re-engage, and begin to move forward in that measured, deliberate way, the path back into practice is well worn, well lit, familiar, welcoming

it leads me home