Greetings!
What if life is happening for you, not to you?
Would it change how you approached your daily life?
What an incredible thought.
Lindsey, Janine, and Sarah had more than a few enlightening moments at the
RISE
personal growth conference, hosted by Rachel Hollis and the Hollis Co. Inspirational speakers, touching stories, connecting with empowering women, (and plenty of dance party breaks) made for a memorable experience. We are eager share our ideas to see what abundant opportunities will unfold for our Fire Within community.
If you have not hopped on the Rachel Hollis bandwagon, you should check her out! She is a #1 New York Times best-selling author of Girl, Wash Your Face, a TV personality, top motivational speaker, top podcast host, CCO of The Hollis Company and mother of four. Rachel was named by Inc. Magazine as one of the “Top 30 Entrepreneurs under 30” and she is deeply passionate about empowering women in business. Her message is relatable and sense of community is uplifting. Find a blog, read one of her fabulous books, listen to her podcast, just google her...you will not be disappointed.
Check out our juicy tidbits below for additional info on our fall retreat in Utah, summer scheduling highlights, and Crepes and Yoga with The Abundant Kitchen on 7/20. Find out more info on the meaning of grounding and learn some helpful coping techniques.
We will be closed on Thursday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. If you plan on joining us on the mornings of Friday, July 5th or 6th, please pre-register. If we do not have at least 4 yogi's interested 12 hours in advance we will cancel class. We will update the calendar and post notifications on Facebook and via email. Enjoy and safe and happy holiday!
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Add yoga to your summer routine
As your summer schedules starts to take shape, make sure to save time for yoga.
We are excited to offer a few new class styles and more morning sessions.
Download
our new schedule starting and stay up to date with the zenplanner ap, or refer to our
website
for a daily schedule.
Have young ones with energy to burn? Check out
Aerial Junior
on Wednesdays from 10:45-11:30, perfect for kids age 7-13. (Be sure to pre-register your child, as silks are limited. $12 per class.)
Yoga Sculpt
with Grace Murphy offers another way to mix up your fitness routine on Thursday evenings and Friday mornings. This class is a dynamic yoga-barre blend focused on toning and strengthening your body. All ages and levels are welcome!
Yoga and Crepes
Join us for yoga at 8 a.m on Saturday, July 20th and afterward we will head down to
The Abundant Kitchen
for some delicious crepes custom made by Becki Melvie and her team. Stay for camaraderie and to shop the unique store, or head to the farmers market.
Pre-register for yoga or use a monthly pass online. Crepes will be sold separately at The Abundant Kitchen for $8.
Leave us a love note!
This summer we are asking you to share your love of The Fire Within Yoga with the world. Leave us a review on
Facebook
,
Google
, or Yelp and help us build our brand and spread awareness of our community. Anyone that leaves a positive review will be entered in a drawing for some of our favorite local goods and in-studio perks.
Holiday Hours
The Fire Within Yoga will be closed Thursday, July 4th in observance of the Fourth of July.
We are asking anyone interested in attending Power Yoga on Friday, July 5th or Vinyasa on Saturday July 6th to please pre-register in advance. If classes do not have at least four yogi's reserved we will cancel that session. Thanks for your understanding!
Have a safe and happy holiday.
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What is Grounding?
In yoga, we often discuss grounding your body to your mat or you feet to the floor, but it has a much broader meaning-- usually shifting the focus of our mind and energy downward.
"Grounding is connecting with the earth both physically and spiritually. On a physical level, grounding involves practicing yoga poses that facilitate this connection to Earth, including proper techniques to ensure a solid base – for example, making sure all points of the feet are connected to the earth. On a spiritual level, it means tapping into the grounding energy of the earth (and the universe)." (per
Yogipedia
)
Feeling grounded is important not just physically, but psychologically. When we find a connection to the earth, we connect to something much larger than ourselves. We remember we're not isolated egos, floating in space; we're glued to a huge planet that feeds us and shelters us. This perspective helps keep our problems smaller: we are part of an ecosystem, and an expansive timeline.
During our October Retreat in Beaver, Utah, we will explore grounding through yoga poses, our experiences in nature, and self discovery. Find some grounding time for yourself everyday by taking a nature walk and really listening to your surroundings, spending a few minutes on your mat in your yard, or even digging your toes in the sand.
Here are some additional resources on the concept of grounding:
If you are interested in learning more about the October retreat location, cost, and specifics, visit our
website
. All levels of yoga experience are welcome. We are limiting the retreat to only 12 individuals for a truly unique experience. There are only two semi-private rooms left, leaving the bunk room to fill our occupancy, so act fast!
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S-T-O-P
Hey ya'll, Lindsey here!
June was an incredibly emotional month for me. My oldest graduated high school while my youngest graduated kindergarten. Without warning, emotions would flood over me and I found myself on the verge of many--yes MANY--break downs. I wanted to play the "poor me I have my oldest baby leaving" card... but instead I flipped my script.
I reminded myself that I am beyond grateful to have a daughter, especially one achieved a goal and reached graduation. After all her hard work, Emalynn gets to have the privilege of attending college and becoming an outstanding human. THAT is a gift. I am honored she will travel the earth and make her unique stamp on the world. What an adventure for all of us-- not POOR us!
Will I miss her? Terribly! Will I cry? 100%, maybe everyday! But I won't sit in the "poor me" state of mind. What really helped me with this transition was sitting with the discomfort for a while and even crying when I needed too. I took time looking back at pictures, talking about memories we have shared and how quickly time passes. But allowing myself to feel and cry helped me get to a place of gratitude and joy.
I had a few tools that helped me quiet my mind that I wanted to share with you, as we all go through tough transitions at one time or another.
Getting up early.
I found getting up early to journal and reflect, allowed me time to start my day with a quiet and peaceful mind. It wasn't always easy, but i noticed how much better I felt when I took time for me in the morning.
Take 3 purposeful deep breathes.
Start by observing your natural breath pattern and then start to slow it down. Try a deep breath in to the count of four, then exhale to the count of four. Next increase to inhale/exhales for the count of 6, then 8. You will notice your body slowing down and the stress of any situation releasing.
STOP
--My new favorite acronym.
S- Stop what I'm doing
T- Take a minute to honor the thoughts and emotions
O- Observe the whats and whys of this emotion
P- Proceed with a loving, kind heart
I take a minute to STOP a lot--sometimes it feels like 100 times a day! People will always piss you off. You will get let down. Someone will pass judgment. This is life. But that doesn't mean these emotions get to win. When we act out of emotion and don't take a moment to pause, we see a negative reaction. Often someone will end up hurting another with words you don't mean. Practice using STOP with me, and observe the difference.
Love and light! LJ
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The Fire Within Yoga
701 1st Ave NE Unit 2
Buffalo, MN 55313
(763) 498-3737
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