An example of a gentle, essential practice that prepares and protects the body for the day while calming the nervous system and clearing the mind.
A 20 minute meditation intended to be received from a supine (lying down) position. Get comfortable and enjoy this body scan and breath technique inviting you to connect with the support beneath you.
Practice observing sensation related to emotions rather than getting swept away on the waves of our ever changing inner landscapes.
A restoring and inspiring exploration of a handful of meditation techniques including a gratitude meditation, meditation in motion, an embodied practice, a seated version and a supine body scan. See which one resonates with you today!
Our July workshop focuses on the ayurvedic concept of "pitta", a fiery part of our constitution that can become aggravated during summer (pitta season). This class explains signs of over-active pitta along with several skills to balance, like sensitizing ourselves to our body heat, an engaging warm up, moon salutations, yin postures and embodied mantra for focus. Enjoy!
Explore how gentle, rhythmic movement can assist in calming the nervous system, slowing the breath and relaxing the body, Practices like this one, over time, can help to heal an anxious mind and body.
A contemplative flow inviting you to receive a thought like this one at the end of an exhale, as you connect with the ground beneath you as a way of experiencing the potential of the present moment throughout your movement and breath practice.
I recommend this 20 minute joint rotation/movement practice as a way of helping you to cultivate calm, presence and a gentle energy as you wake up, or anytime you need a steadying, balancing experience.
A 15 minute practice featuring progressive relaxation, a body scan, breath visualizations and heart centred awareness. Receive it from a seated or supine position.
Deeply exploring the art of attention in the transitions between one pose and another. Wait until you experience the difference in your practice when your attention is this close to the movements between the movements and the spaces inside every breath!
A 20 minute guided meditation inviting you to lie down comfortably, engage in a body scan to relax deeply and explore imagery to settle the mind.
Explore practices designed to assist with an anxious mind, repetitive worry or a low mood and how they can invite clarity, perspective and relaxation. Includes movement, visualization, journaling prompts and deep rest.
A 30 minute meditation featuring progressive relaxation, a focusing breath visualization and a body scan to increase present-centered awareness and calm.
Gentle, rhythmic movements encourage the breath to deepen naturally, allowing the body and mind to calm and feel prepared for a "three part breath" technique for increased relaxation. Use frequently to settle the nervous system often.
Yoga offers a structure of relating to the many ways we are distracted and confused. This meditation leads us through the "kosha" model, inviting us to experience our physical bodies, our energy, minds and subconscious so we can more often connect with our true nature.
This 75 minute full body practice begins with a mental alternate nostril breath technique for calm and focus and continues to invite alternate movements for alternate sides of the body with the intention of fully engaging the mind and drawing your attention to what is happening right here, right now.
Renewing gentle movement begins and ends this body scan to promote presence and tranquility.
Productive rest: total relaxation for the body and mind to encourage healing and increased energy and vitality.
A special 90 minute experience that offers several ideas for inserting supportive mini practices into your day and options for inspiring you when you have more time for movement, meditation and productive rest.
A gentle, moving meditational experience that frees the neck and upper back and invites deep presence and calm.