thelerner Posted May 12, 2011 I've posted this vid here before, but it's an example of where I stepped into my own freak-out zone (in this case, my fear of being seen as gay), and played my way through it.  Aikido practice will also get you over this fear. Nothing like wearing a long flowing black skirt (I call it Hakama) and grabbing other guys hands and bodies in public to get over homophobia and crossdressitopia    Practicing outside is great, when the sun is shining and you're in the right location its very powerful. Remembering the feeling helps you carry it over when you're practicing in a more mundane place. A few days ago I got up early & walked outside to get the newspaper. It was so nice I had to plop down on the lawn, hit the position and meditate. People came and went, a few commented; doesn't matter, then and there was the right time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Otis Posted May 12, 2011 I don't get it. is really your homophobia so intense that you aren't able to let the practise overshadow your selfawareness? thats...really...stuck...innit? no critic just...wow,.. I probably misunderstood I don't understand your question. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
