Kickstarters Plymouth Canton area

** From Debra Hopper, Certified Embodiment Coach **
Just a quick reminder that the next Free Focus Café is Thursday at 10:00 a.m EST (U.S.), 3:00 p.m. (UK). This link will take you to a page on my website where you can register: https://debrahopperonline.com/ff-cafe

The Café is a one-hour Zoom where we will spend at least 50 minutes without distractions working independently, but together. It is ideal for business owners, remote workers, students, and anyone who needs an uninterrupted block of time to focus. Feel free to forward this invitation to someone you know!

Please reach out to me with any questions.

I’m looking forward to working TOGETHER with you!

ISO early morning, weekly meeting space with tables and chairs to hold 30-40 people in or near Downtown Plymouth. Traditional meeting spaces and inventive solutions (a restaurant before normal hours) are welcome. Meeting runs 7am - 8:30am.

** Tips from Debra Hopper, Certified Embodiment Coach **

Discover the incredible benefits of meditation for your nervous system. Whether you're seeking calm, stress reduction, or enhanced well-being, meditation offers a range of advantages. Here are key insights from a recent article:

- Calming and balancing the nervous system
- Reducing stress levels to better cope with adversity and prevent burnout
- Exploring different techniques like focused meditation and mindfulness meditation
- Cultivating self-awareness and relaxation through regular practice

As an Embodiment Coach, I take a body-centered approach to meditation, and I guide people who want to start a practice or add an embodied dimension to their existing practice.

Check out this article to learn more about the benefits of meditation: https://anzmh.asn.au/blog/5-reasons-why-meditation-is-beneficial-to-your-nervous-system

** Tips from Debra Hopper, Certified Embodiment Coach **

Just read a fascinating article on the best meditation apps by The New York Times. Here’s the gist:

- Mindfulness meditation, a popular technique, involves paying attention and watching the breath.
- Studies suggest meditation may help with anxiety, depression, insomnia, and more.
- Various apps offer tools for customizable meditation experiences, aiding in everyday mindfulness.

With so many choices, beginners often struggle to even start. As an Embodiment Coach, I help people navigate these options and develop an approach to meditation – which may include using an app or not.

Check out the article:
https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-meditation-apps/

** From Debra Hopper, Certified Embodiment Coach **

Tick-tock, stress is ticking, but relaxation techniques can save the day! Here’s some eye-opening data:

- Stress Epidemic: 83% of US adults are affected by stress. It’s time to prioritize our well-being.
- Sleep Savior: 50-70 million US adults struggle with sleep disorders. Relaxation practices can unlock peaceful slumber.
- Mindfulness Movement: 14% of adults practice meditation, reshaping stress management.

As an embodiment coach, I help clients find the right techniques for them. Let's shift from overwhelmed to overjoyed, one breath at a time!

Check out this article for more information:
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/relaxation-techniques-for-stress-relief.htm

** From Debra Hopper, Certified Embodiment Coach **
The Free Focus Cafe will take a break on Thursday, July 4th, but we'll be back in action the following week on Thursday, July 11.

Looking forward to catching up then!

** Tips from Debra Hopper, Certified Embodiment Coach **
Feeling like your nervous system is always on overdrive? Modern life can be a rollercoaster, and the 24/7 news cycle doesn’t help!

Here are some ways to give your nervous system a spa day:
- Deep breathing to calm the storm
- Heat and cold therapies (sauna, ice pack)
- Journaling
- Forest bathing – even a short walk in nature works wonders

Hit the reset button and find your inner zen. No bubble baths required, just a little TLC and nature time. Check out this article for more. https://bodybio.com/blogs/blog/how-to-keep-a-calm-nervous-system

The next meeting of Joy in Journaling is this Sunday, May 19, 1:00pm via Zoom. In this interactive and experiential class, we’ll explore ways to shift journaling into a playful, curious, and embodied pursuit.

For 90 minutes, we’ll ask our brains to take a break while we experience writing through the senses. We’ll also explore the effect different parameters have on our writing: different shapes, scenarios, and personas. So many engaging possibilities, it’s like Parkour with a pen!

Join us in embracing the art of expression in a way that sparks joy and fuels excitement, preparing you to conquer Sundays and embrace the week. Register at https://debrahopperonline.com/events

Join us Saturday, May 18, 1pm - 3pm for the Mid-May Moodlift at Breathe, Yoga, Salt at 33599 Seven Mile Road in Livonia. Bring the contents of a drawer in your kitchen, bathroom, office, workshop, or gym bag to declutter. We'll also have some gentle movement to lift your mood, and seed planting to remind you to keep growing through the summer months.

You'll be guided by Lauren Berryman, founder of Om Home Organizing and Debra Hopper, Certified Embodiment Coach. Tickets are available by calling 248-987-2562 or online here: https://www.breatheyogasalt.com/bysevents

Here comes the latest newsletter from Debra Hopper, Certified Embodiment Coach! You can read the whole thing here:

https://tinyurl.com/2f5euwfm

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PSA - If you’re trying to get from Plymouth City or Old Village up to Lakepointe or Northville in the next month and a half you’ll need to use either 275 or Sheldon Road!