Newsletter – October 2006
Autumn Yoga Happenings
Hello Dear YOGIS,
I hope you are well and enjoying the seasonal transition.
The opportunity to transition internally is usually pretty
potent this time of year. Here is what we offer you!
Yoga
and Meditation – New Gentle Yoga Class,
Thursday evenings 7:00–8:15pm
Ayurveda
– Fall Tips | Massage
– Marma Point Massage with Mira
New Class – Gentle Yoga
Gentle Yoga Thursday 7-8:15pm with Francesca
Nicosia
Relaxing stretches, luxurious breathing, and a long
shivasana after a full work day . . . Sounds
great! Join us Thurday evenings.
About Francesca CYT, CAN: She has been practicing
yoga and meditation since 1998 and received her Level I yoga
teacher certification from the Shambhava School of Yoga
in 2005. She is also a Reiki Master and Certified Nurses
Aide who has experience working with end-of-life care and
people with disabilities and brings a deep sense of compassion
to her classes. Her teaching style incorporates elements
of Kripalu and Integral yoga and honors each student’s
experience through a heart-centered approach with focus
on the breath and proper alignment. Francesca is also certified
to teach chair yoga and people with Multiple Sclerosis
and other disabilities.
Fall Ayurveda Tips
We are moving into the harvest season,
with cooler nights, dry air and less daylight. There is fullness
this time of year . . . take advantage of
the bountiful harvest. It is a time to partake in the fruits
of your labor, the harvest time. Slow down; savor the nutrient
rich vegetables and fruits available locally. This is also
a transition time of year which can be tricky! It is especially
important to listen to your inner wisdom. Every day is different.
The weather vacillates from hot to cold, bright sun to cloudy
gray, and wet to dry so it is crucial that you tune in to
your needs – your rhythm. This is Pitta moving into Vata
with a little transitory Kapha. People often get sick during
the seasonal change as their system recalibrates. So meditate,
listen deep inside your heart and act in alignment with your
truth to stay in balance this fall!
Even if you don’t know your dosha or constitution: Vata (air
element, spacey, moving, ethereal, creative, anxious, wiry),
Pitta (hot, fire element, agitated, determined, capable,
impatient) or Kapha (earth element, loyal, steady, nurturing
sluggish, depressed, heavy), here are some general tips: Make salads if you
feel Pitta or Kapha and sauté your veggies and add ginger and garlic to them
if you are Vata. Stay warm and lubricated if you are Vata. Cool, hydrated and
"half speed ahead" if you are Pitta; and moving, active and
positive thinking if you are Kapha. Eats lots of fresh fruits
and seasonal veggies regardless of your dosha and drink extra
water as it is dry now! Respect what you know about your
self and ask for help if you are having a hard time. Listen
inside and be a true friend to yourself this fall. Remember
to nourish yourself in every way, not just with food. Walk,
practice yoga, set up a massage, have a warm aromatherapy
bath and simply rest.
Gentle Cleansing Tea:
1 TBS Coriander Seeds
1 TBS Cumin Seeds
1 TBS Fennel Seeds
Optional 3-5 cardamom pods or ∏ tsp fresh ginger
4c. H2O
Simmer gently for 10 minutes steep up to 1 hour,
enjoy between meals
To learn more about Ayurveda or for a consultation with
Terra Rafael here at The Tree House go to www.wisewomanhood.com.
Marma
Point Warm Oil Massage w/ Mira
Perfect for the fall
season – full body Ayurveda style massage applying warm
herbal oils to sooth your muscles and balance the energy
body with Marma point therapy. Special introductory offer
$65 – save $10 off the normal price. Click here to find out
more and set up your appointment www.everyonedeservesmassage.com and
go to the treatment link. Read about extremities massage.
You will receive that treatment in a 1hour 15minute full
body massage. It is divine. Your skin and your nerves will
be so nourished and happily relaxed.
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