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September 2014 

 

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I ran across this quote this morning and thought I would share it.


"Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be

trapped by dogma - which is living with the results of other people's
thinking. Don't let the noise of other's opinions drown out your own inner
voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and

intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become.

Everything else is secondary."

~ Steve Jobs
 

It is not a new thought. Those of us who are actively engaged in personal growth and self awareness practice have likely heard many like it. We read or hear someone (maybe our yoga teacher?) say something like this and we nod, we feel understood, we know this is so. We resonate with this truth; our inner voices are wise and need to be heard.
 

Yet, each time we hear such a quote, we realize again that we still are not all that good at listening - really listening - and our hearts break a little. That breaking also creates a resonance that, like the bell at the end of savasana, helps wake us up.

 

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Blessings to you,


Leslie
 
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And blessings from the whole HeartSong team! Lani, Kayci, Noemi, Lynn, Heather, Sonya, Lloyd and Kasey

Growing Your Yoga
Keep the Breath In Mind by Heather Brinkmeyer
 

How easy it is to lose sight, forget the breath and be swept away. Seasons come and go, schedules change, and children grow up. Major life events occur, some are planned and anticipated, others blindside us. Too often we are caught up in our busy lives. We get wrapped up in some drama, ours or someone else's. We forget about the breath, it is after all an involuntary action. The breath doesn't need us to be aware, it just is.


How many times a day, an hour, a minute do we lose sight of our breath? 

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Do You Know...
someone who really needs yoga but isn't sure how to get started?

We have two great opportunities this fall for you or someone you know to get an introduction to the world of yoga. Perfect whether you're a brand new yoga student or have been practicing for a while but could use a re-education in the basics.

  If you know of someone who could truly benefit from this series,please forward this newsletter to them!
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...or, skip down to "Workshops & Events"
for more info and to register...
 
Community Highlight
Help us Welcome our Newest Teachers:
Sonya Wilder & Lloyd Pauze

We are so pleased to welcome in two new teachers to our HeartSong family this month -- Sonya and Lloyd!
 
Some of you may have already become acquainted with Sonya -- she took over teaching our Saturday morning classes as of mid-August. Sonya was trained as a teacher at Yoga Union in Southeast Portland and has a background in dance and movement. If you enjoy a lively, creative and flowing yoga practice that pays attention to safe alignment, you will LOVE Sonya's class.

Come and see her on a Saturday very soon!
She teaches for Level 2-3 at 7:30 am and Level 1-2 at 9 am.

You can read more about Sonya here. 

Lloyd spent several decades in a career as a professional dancer that took him around the world and back, both performing and teaching. He then went on to study extensively and become certified as a yoga teacher in the Viniyoga tradition under the guidance of renowned teacher, Gary Kraftsow.  

He will begin teaching a gentle yoga class here on Friday mornings starting September 12th. We highly encourage you to try Lloyd's class no matter your level, as it can be so helpful in your own growth to experience classes with a wide array of teachers.ResourceCenter

You can read more about Lloyd here. 
 
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Resource Center
Can YOU be a Resource on the Health Benefits of Yoga?
 

Workshops & Events

Free Info Session

So you want to be a yoga teacher... 
or just a more dedicated student?
with Leslie Ellis
Sunday, September 7th | 12:30 - 2:30 pm
 
Interested in teaching yoga? Sharing your passion with others? Want to learn what it takes to become a certified yoga teacher and eligible to register with the 
Yoga Alliance? Or maybe you just want to deepen your practice and understanding of yoga?


Have your questions answered and sign up below for a FREE information session about our teacher training and immersion programs!


 

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Back to school, back to yoga!
Whether you're just starting out or are looking for ongoing support for your practice, we've got a program for you! 

Yoga for Absolute Beginners:
A 4 Week Series Class
*Two options to choose from*
Mondays, Sept. 8 - 29 w/ Noemi Rossler | 7:15 - 8:30 pm
OR
Thursdays, Sept. 11 - Oct 2 w/Heather Brinkmeyer
| 10:30 - 11:45 am

Ready to take the leap into yoga classes, but want to start at the beginning -- with other students who are also brand new? Take this series to discover the physical, mental and emotional benefits of yoga in a safe and supportive setting. You'll emerge ready to join any of our Level 1 classes.
 
 




Sunrise Sangha 2014 - 2015:
The Wisdom of the Goddess
with Leslie Ellis
Classes begin September 10th | 6 - 7:30 am
 
Curious about how to bring some of the mysticism of yoga to life in your own practice? Longing for a community, or "sangha", to study and grow with? Spanning 9 months, this program includes one 90 minute yoga class each Wednesday morning inspired by a different goddess each month -- but that's just one component of this unique program. From a spring retreat, to group discussion via phone and Facebook, to access to open studio time to help you grow your personal practice, this program offers you deep support in your yoga your life -- all at a great value.

Click the "sign up" button below for
full details and to reserve your space today!
 
 





With the busy-ness the fall season brings,
be sure to practice good self-care...

Therapeutic Focus: Free Your Spine!
with Leslie Ellis
Sunday, September 14th | 12:30 - 2:30 pm
 

In this class you'll explore some of the typical restrictions and postural issues that contribute to back and neck pain, discover how to align your hips and shoulders so that the spine can move as it should and learn a series of exercises that can help you learn to move more freely and fully.

 
 Great for all levels, as well as health and wellness practitioners interested in continuing education.

 






Special Fall Equinox Restorative
with Leslie Ellis
Friday, September 19th | 6 - 8 pm

Invoking the theme of equinox in our first restorative yoga class of the fall, Leslie will guide you through a series of supported postures especially designed to help you reflect on the many blessings of life and celebrate this time of harvest and abundance. Rest and relax in the nurturing environment of the studio and leave feeling both rejuvenated and prepared to bring to being the benefits of being on your mat into your own personal transitions.

Click the "sign up" button below to reserve your space in this or any other restorative class happening this fall.