I’ve been feeling quite overwhelmed over the last few weeks with an ever-growing “to do” list, something that you can probably relate to. This is undeniably the busiest time of the year as we prepare for the holiday season. On my agenda today is a family brunch, a visit to an appliance store to place an order for an oven range that might arrive in 8-12 months, last minute shopping, cooking, plant watering, and more. I have to move the equipment of my virtual yoga studio (desktop computer and accessories, ring light, large-screen TV, microphone, cables, etc.) from my office to the dining room for tomorrow’s Studio 71 Yoga holiday gathering on Zoom, finalize the guest list and planned activities, touch base with my son and daughter-in-law about travel plans to Jasper (Alberta) to spend time with them and our two beautiful grand-sons.

I also have all of you lovingly in mind so I’m finalizing plans for the Winter 2022 session, and of course I have to teach a few yoga classes, do the laundry, clean the house, pay the bills, do the book-keeping, bake some cookies, visit with friends and family, deliver gifts, reply to emails, and the list goes on. I bet this sounds very familiar and I’m sure that the related stress rings true for you.

It’s at times like this that I return to my morning “sitting” practice (pranayama and meditation) and focus on an affirmation that I’ve adopted of late: “I have abundant time and energy”. After I repeat this affirmation several times and then send it into the universe, things begin to fall into place and my worry, fretting, and impatience are replaced by gratitude, joy, and peace. How wonderfully freeing it is to make this shift in how I view my to-do list, grateful for these opportunities rather than feeling overwhelmed by them.

Sending you this newsletter also provides a sense of relief since I have been putting it off until now. Without further delay or hesitation you’ll find the upcoming 10-week Winter 2022 schedule by clicking here. There are a few new classes (see below), which are a small attempt on my part to be of service to the larger community as we continue to deal with stressful life events associated with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and related sleep problems, stress and anxiety.

Thursday 7-9 pm INTRO - YOGA FOR BETTER SLEEP $40 with 2-for-1 pricing available until Jan 2, 2022 (Workshop Date: Jan 6)

Tuesday 10-10:45 am MORNING RESET $49 (Jan 11 - Mar 15)
Thursday 1-3 pm YOGA FOR BETTER SLEEP $229 (Jan 20 - Feb 24)

To give thanks to a few special groups of people please note that TUESDAY MORNING RESET (breathing practice and yoga nidra guided meditation) is FREE for anyone registered for the Winter 2022 session, as well as Frontline Healthcare Workers, and First Responders, so I invite you to spread the word. Click here for the class description.

By the way, when you register for two or more weekly classes you’ll receive a “wellness gift” discount of up to 30% (conditions apply). Also, if you or someone you know would benefit from my yoga offerings but payment is not financially feasible at this time, feel free to contact me in this regard.

I look forward to seeing you in the New Year.

With love, joy, and gratitude for your continued presence and support I am sending heartfelt best wishes to you and yours for a Merry Christmas and a peaceful, safe and healthy 2022.

Jeannine