Stress is a natural part of life. In small amounts it can even help us respond to challenges.
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The difficulty can arise when we move from one stressful thing to the next without giving our body and mind the opportunity to pause, process what we've experienced, and let go of any accumulated tension.​
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Yoga offers us more than physical movement. It gives us ways to become aware of what's happening within us — the sensations in our body, our breathing and the constant activity of the mind.
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Through this gentle session, we'll explore how breath, movement, sound and stillness can help us step away from that activity for a while, allowing the body and mind an opportunity to settle and relax.
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Is this session for you?
This session may be suitable if you:
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feel tense, overwhelmed or mentally busy
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Find it difficult to switch off or relax
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Notice stress showing up in your body
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Want to explore yoga beyond physical movement
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Prefer a gentle, supported approach to yoga
The experience
This isn't a physically demanding yoga class. The focus is on awareness, softness and ease, rather than effort or achievement.
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We'll explore gentle, supported postures alongside breathing, mantra and meditation, allowing time to notice and experience each practice.
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You don't need to be flexible or have any previous yoga experience. I'll guide you through the practices, offering options to suit your body and individual needs.
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During the session we'll explore:
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Gentle, mindful movement to ease physical tension
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Guided breathing to slow down and settle
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Simple mantra chanting to focus the mind
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Supported restorative postures to encourage rest
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Meditation and stillness to develop awareness
My intention isn't simply to offer you an hour of relaxation, but to share practices you can return to in everyday life. Things that help you pause, notice what's happening within you and become more aware of how you respond to life's challenges.
​​“Don't be put off by the term 'yoga', the session was on the floor and involved holding some release poses which being very unfit and inflexible I was able to do...
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Monika also makes the space inviting. She is very calm and encouraging, suggesting ways to improve your experience such as using a block if you needed it.”
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- Denise
What to bring
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Yoga mat
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Blanket
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Cushion or pillow​​​​​​​
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I'll provide a yoga bolster, bricks and an eye pillow for you, but feel free to bring yours.
Location
​​​​​​​​​​The session takes place in a lovely hall at the Cannon Lane Methodist Church in Pinner HA5 1JD.
Parking is available on site. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Bookings
The small group setting allows space for real depth. With only ten places available, the experience is personal, contained and carefully held. The session is £15. Please note that code YOGA doesn't apply to this event.