Hello, It's Emily, Studio Lead here. Happy Diwali, or the festival of lights which was celebrated this week. Wishing you and your loved ones peace, love, joy and compassion.
New 7 Min Twist & Let Go Video Practice from Zakiya
We have a new YouTube 7 Minute video practices made by Zakiya. This video is all about letting go. So we invite you to take a moment and use this practice to release anything that isn’t serving you.
Tips for Autumn Self-Care
I was wondering, what’s your current coping method? Does it feel intentional? I don’t know about you but I’ve already started on the super-strength vitamin D supplements given the longer nights. It’s also good to have a go-to selection box of self-care options.
With daylight savings ending in the UK tonight (the clocks go back), I thought I’d share (and reshare) a few ideas on how you can pause, reflect and make the most of the season switch. See if you can gift yourself that “extra hour” and find some sense of ease.
Make this evening all yours:
Indulge in some inspiring escapism: In Our Mothers' Gardens is a testimony to the power of radical self-care and healing. As told through the personal histories of an eclectic group of Black women
Read this heartwarming piece by the granddaughter of Black Welsh activist Betty Campbell from when her statue was unveiled in Cardiff last year
Settle with soothing vibrations: get your cosy PJs on and join Cherelle for a soothing Sound Bath (access is for members only to this sound bath)
Ways to make winter work for you:
Get back to basics: just as many of us set an alarm for getting up in the morning, how about setting an evening alarm to prompt the start of your bedtime routine to get more sleep?
Revise your routine: how are you winding down for sleep? Our minds and bodies need a bit of prep before we tuck ourselves in. How about some Restorative Yoga with Paula?
Keep moving:
Get outside during the day, (if you can) and take in your surroundings. Notice the quality of light, the sensation of air against your skin, and feel the connection of where your body connects with the earth (find grounding through whatever is supporting your body)
Pause and reflect:
Write “Done Lists” if you’re feeling overwhelmed and allow yourself a moment to feel proud
Take 5 mins each day to write 3 things you’re grateful for - be specific and make it personal. Notice how you feel in your body when you do this
We hope you found this useful. Feel free to reach out if you need any support. See you soon, Emily.
