Body, Mind, and Spirit Wellness Series
12 WEEK SESSION
Sept 9 - Dec 2
Mondays
6:30pm 7:30pm
$120 resident / $130 non-res
Drop-in fee: $12 resident / $17 non-res Ages 16 & up
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Program Info:
Week 1: An introduction. Maintaining our overall health involves practicing self-care, using coping strategies, and knowing when to seek guidance. This class will cover what to expect over the next eleven weeks. We will also spend some time practicing guided imagery.
Week 2: We will be covering gut health and how it directly impacts our mental health. You will learn about what inflammation in our bodies means for our overall health and how it impacts our short-term and long-term health.
Week 3: We will be learning about yoga.We will go over the core understanding of yoga and basic safety “rules” and we will be practicing several poses Please dress comfortably, bring a mat (or beach towel) and water.
Week 4: We will be blessed with a special guest speaker, Julie Hightman, a local health care practitioner. She specializes in acupuncture, herbal medicine, reiki, and more. Julie will explain the benefits of the healing modalities that she specializes in.
Week 5: You will be participating in a“cultivating joy” exercise. We will dive into the excavation of oneself. Discover or rediscover what sparks joy in you and commit yourself to holding yourself accountable for creating a life that brings you contentment.
Week 6: We will be learning about what the ‘emotional freedom technique’ is, how it works, and the many ways that you can use it to tap into your daily life. We will also be practicing in class to gain the muscle memory of this incredibly powerful tool.
Week 7: You will learn the importance of clearing your energy physically, mentally, and spiritually. I will teach you some techniques for clearing your own energy. We will cover why caring for our lymphatic system needs to be a priority.
Week 8: You will be bathed in sound! Come and experience a sound bath performed by our yoga therapist Nyssa Castle. Please bring anything that will help you feel comfortable lying down, such as a yoga mat, pillows, blanket, etc., and dress comfortably. Chairs are also available if you wish to sit.
Week 9: You will learn the importance of living a life of gratitude. You will be taken on a journey that transforms your heart and opens your mind. We will practice some techniques and go over the physiological benefits of practicing gratitude regularly.
Week 10: Trish will be teaching you about EMDR and neurofeedback. She will be covering the topic of suicide prevention which can be triggering, so please know that the subject will be covered delicately. I will also cover seeking professional support when needed.
Week 11: We will be covering meditation, prayer, and neuroscience of the brain. I will be teaching you various methods for seeking peace and practicing stillness in your life. You will also learn how to create new neural pathways for yourself to support a positive mindset.
Week 12: You will be tying the entire course together. Trish will briefly recap on each of the topics we’ve covered. You will gather around the table, have some tea, and socialize, and if we choose to, you can share your experiences using your new tools.