Mindful Steps WV

Hi Mindful Steps Friends! I wanted to share that I’m offering a yoga workshop in Fairmont this Saturday, August 3rd, 1-3:30pm.

Back in Action : Postures, Breathwork and Meditation to Relieve Back Pain

It would be lovely to see you in person!

https://thatyogastudio.studiogrowth.com/classpack/3314

💚 These practices have been a game changer for when I’m experiencing pain! The ability to listen to the needs of my body and incorporate mindfulness through movement, breathwork, and meditation allows me to access stepping stones of comfort and confidence in my daily life.
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The “Back in Action” workshop will be full of conversation, exploration, and hopefully self-care epiphanies so YOU can find more comfort and confidence when faced with back pain.
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Saturday, August 3rd, 1-3:30pm
That Yoga Studio in Fairmont, WV

https://thatyogastudio.studiogrowth.com/classpack/3314

** Book credit: “Science of Yoga: Understanding the Anatomy and Physiology to Perfect your Practice” by Ann Swanson 🙌

Before class, I (Julie) told an anecdote about our burst pipe leak and the ugly discarded insulation. When I let go a bit of the "extra" catastrophising, I suddenly saw it looked like a funny little person slouching in the chair, lol 😆

Mindfulness works to give us some space from our thoughts so that we can choose whether we will take them to heart or let them go– at least until we can gather some more information. - Sharon Salzberg

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