What’s new with SYWM: Many January Blessings

THIS IS A REPOST OF THE MEETUP COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER THAT WENT OUT on 6 Jan 2025. 

Salut à tous (that's French for hello ),
I hope this email finds you well. It's been quite cold and snowy in the northeast which is a reminder for me and others to start the year slow. So, unless you're on the opposite side of the earth or near the equator, take this time to connect with your present self, breathe, and enjoy all the wonder winter has to offer. The warmth of the sun will return in due time.
Class offerings also slow. I use this time to re-evaluate what has worked, what hasn't, what have folks been able to participant in or not... updates to the calendar are below.️
Live classes and teachings at venues, festivals, and community events will be put on the calendar as they are confirmed. These offerings take place all over the globe! So, if you're not in the north, that's alright. Here's what's on the calendar so far:

• Markham Wellness Circle Winter Fair & Market in Markham, Ontario, CA Feb 8th at Markham Village Public Library
• Midwest Yoga Conference, Eagan, MN, March 29th - 30th

• A retreat at Angels Holistic Animal Sanctuary in New Smyrna, FL Oct 25th - Oct 26th
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What's changing?

• Morning classes... attendance has been low and it's been difficult with my own schedule.
• Tai Chi For Balance, Rise 'N Shine Yoga, and Vinyasa, and other classes will be offered as specialty lives and on-demand offerings online via YouTube. Follow to stay up-to date. This will make classes/videos more easily accessible because you won't need to pre-register and you can watch them when its best for you!

If you're building a (new) routine or habit, this is a great way to well.... start slow. No pressure or FOMO needed! Just turn on the video, maybe it plays int he background for a bit while you're doing other things or maybe you just aren't "feeling" like doing all the movements at that time, but by watching the classes that's a way to encourage yourself and you'll start moving little by little to eventually getting in the habit of watching and moving your body along at the same time! (That's just one way of a million to start.)
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What's staying the same?

• Yoga In French (or Franglish, as I like to say) remains on Saturdays at 1pm. You will have to register through the Eventbrite link to received updated communications, receive PDFs after class, and the Zoom link!
• Yoga For Sleep (aka Yoga Nidra) Thursdays at 9pm est. A 30-min class to get you ready for rest and/or bed . You'll also need to confirm through Eventbrite.
  
  

Looking for more?
Smiles School has launched! Learn the basics (foundations) of yoga, welcome your dog(s) to the mat with a playful practice that can be playful, fun, welcome bonding between you and your four legged friend(s), and welcome you to the present moment (dogs are typically great at it already). More classes to come! Like AstroYoga Extended Lectures, Tai Chi For Balance Review Videos, and more!
Get started at SWYM School!

Questions? Send me a direct message to discuss it.

​Until then... À plus tard,
Carmita
https://www.carmitasmiles.com