september 2016
news from the blue
Namaste,

My inner critic has a strong voice. Maybe she was a cheerleader. Or lead vocalist in a metal band - the kind where it sounds like a lot of angry screaming instead of singing. I've worked hard, and I mean really, really, really hard in the past few years to put her in her place. And please note I said put in her place - removed from her throne - not banished from the kingdom of my inner world.

Because she absolutely does have a place. The benevolent(-ish) side of that inner critic is the instigator for much that I have accomplished, and is in part responsible for making me who I am. That voice is part of the totality that is me in this world. She just needs a gag a lot of the time. She needs to be told in no uncertain terms that while her opinion is sometimes valued in creating new work, honing a skill or perfecting a craft, when it comes to what I'm doing, how I look, what I've accomplished or who I am as a human being on this earth, she just doesn't get a vote.


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a few of my favorite things
spotlight on teacher mary scudella

Enjoy getting to know your teachers beyond the blue, as you read about some of Mary's favorite things! 

Getting to know N.C. - I've been in North Carolina for three years now, and I LOVE it! We moved here from Chicagoland in September 2013. I truly enjoy exploring our new home state, visiting the mountains, going to the beach (can't do either of those in the midwest!) and checking out great food in the Triangle. Our most recent adventure was lazy river rafting on the Cape Fear River - five hours of floating down the river on a tube with family and friends. Next time, more sunscreen!

My yoga space - Last year we redecorated our first floor bedroom into a true yoga studio. It's one of my favorite places to spend time. All of my yoga stuff is in one place - props, essential oils, tuning forks, books, and most importantly, my mat. Creating a space in your home where you can retreat, regroup, and care for yourself is imperative. Since much of my practice is at home, this space is my refuge.

Traveling with my family - I was blessed to be given a family that travels well. Ever since my 16-year-old daughter was little, she has been a great traveler. Some of our favorite places are Italy, Hawaii, and of course, going back home to Chicago. This year, I am off to Santa Fe for more yoga training, New York with the Broughton Band, and hopefully Paris next summer. 

yoga for anxiety relief - dive deeper
You keep reading in the media how wonderful yoga is for reducing anxiety and stress. Now experience it firsthand!

Yoga for Anxiety Relief: The Next Layer In
6:00-8:00 pm, Sundays, Oct 2, 9, 16 and 23


Take an inner journey to explore breathing practices, gentle movement, and restorative yoga, and learn about the chakras and how anxiety affects thoughts and beliefs. 

This workshop is ideal for students of the previous Yoga for Anxiety Workshop or anyone with at least a year of yoga practice.
 
 

in this issue

yoga immersion for all students
Refine & Align with Jill
RYT 200 - 18 hours
YTT300 - 23 hours

Refine Your Asana: 
Twists & Backbends
with Michele
YTT300/RYT 200 - 2 hours


Energetic Living through Pranayama & Mantra
with Will Duprey
Early bird pricing ends Sep 10
YTT300/RYT 200 - 12 hours

Bhakti Weekend Intensive with Dani Strauss
Earl bird pricing ends Oct 18
YTT300/RYT 200 - 10 hours

Mentorship Program 
for Teachers
YTT300/RYT 200 - 15 hours



workshops & events
Yoga for Anxiety Relief Part 2: The Next Layer In
with Jen D. and Barbara
6:00-8:00 pm

Yoga Foundations Six-Week Series with Kathleen
7:00-8:30 pm


special classes
Restorative Yoga returns to Sunday nights starting September 11!

Bob Marley Flow
with Jen B.
September 16
 
Juicy Flow Yoga 
with Yvonne
September 17

Kuldalini Yoga & Meditation
with Amanda
September 18 & 30

Flow & Stretch with Live Music with Michele and Courtney
September 26

Guided Practice with Jill
September 27
 
Community Yoga - FREE!
2:00-3:00 pm
September 16 & 30
 
Pay-What-You-Can Yoga
classes by donation
6:00-7:00 pm
Sep 3 & 17; Oct 1

Meditation by-donation
5:15-5:45 pm
September 11, 18, 25
 
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