Inhale, Exhale....Repeat
Inhale, Exhale, Repeat.....sometimes it is as simple as that. It has been scientifically proven that just focusing on your breath, even for a minute can help shift your brain from the fight and flight Sympathetic Nervous System over to the rest and digest or Parasympathetic Nervous System. By focusing on your breath, your breath automatically slows down allowing your nervous system to do the same. It's a wonderful way to influence your brain's reaction to all the stuff coming at it....news, images, loud noises, etc. and give it time to process, reflect and then react.
I have needed this reminder so much this week....it has been an intense one. The low, underlying anxiety of living thru a pandemic and getting loved ones vaccinated, exacerbated by the high anxiety of my 12 year old daughter as she underwent her first surgery (a minor surgery that was successful - alls well that ends well but darn....that yogic breathing and meditation saved me from a complete meltdown!). I have never been so grateful for my meditation practice or more in tune with its benefits and I am even more determined to keep teaching it.
New weekly Yoga Class in Hyannis, MA:
I am excited to announce that I begin teaching a new class next week on Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30 pm at a new yoga studio, Grace Yoga on Main Street in Hyannis. It is a combination of Yin Yoga with Yang (active) movement...a helpful class to shed the stagnation of a long winter/year and invite in Qi or energy to herald a new season and a return to "normal" life. I hope those in the local area will join me!
Restorative Yoga Class - online or in studio at Orleans Yoga, Friday, March 26 at 5:30 pm:
Our nervous system has really taken a hit with the underlying worry and anxiety that has shadowed everything this past year. This one time class on Friday, March 26th from 5:30-6:45 pm will sooth and balance your nervous system and release layers of stress. We will utilize props to fully support the body and hold the poses for 5-7 mins each to dissolve stress and tension....leaving you ready to take on your life with a new energy. Click on the link above or the image below to reserve your spot!
Weekly Yin Class at Orleans Yoga, Sundays at 11 am!
I have been teaching this weekly offering of Yin for many years now and it is an amazing way to reset and start each week fresh. This Sunday, March 21st, I will be leading a "Yin Spring Cleaning" that will target the Connective Tissue throughout the whole body (neck, shoulder, spine, hips, legs and feet...yep the whole body!). There are spots available in Studio or you can practice from the comfort of your own home Virtually. I hope to see you and share this practice with you. Click on the link above to reserve your space.
Until I can see you in person or via Zoom, Inhale, Exhale, Repeat....wherever you go and whenever you need it.
Much love, Dawn