yoga + meditation

“Yoga is for everybody and EVERY BODY. You don’t have to be thin and you don’t have to be fat. You don’t have to be a specific color or commit to a specific diet. You don’t have to earn (or have access to) a certain amount of money. You don’t have to embody anything other than your truest and most honest self in order to practice yoga. You don’t have to omit the sadness, the anger, and all of the other “ugly” emotions that flavor our lives. You don’t have to be anyone other than yourself. ”

-Jessamyn Stanley

what is yoga & meditation?

Yoga is a holistic practice that combines physical postures, breath control, meditation, and ethical principles to promote physical health, mental clarity, and emotional balance. Originating in ancient India, yoga encompasses various styles, each focusing on different aspects, such as strength, flexibility, relaxation, or mindfulness. It aims to unite the mind, body, and spirit, fostering overall well-being and self-awareness.

Meditation is a practice that involves focusing the mind to achieve a state of mental clarity, relaxation, and heightened awareness. It can include techniques such as deep breathing, visualization, or repeating a mantra. Meditation is often used to reduce stress, improve concentration, and promote emotional health. It can be practiced in various forms, including mindfulness, guided meditation, and transcendental meditation, making it accessible to people with different goals and preferences.

yoga & meditation can help you

  • increase understanding of yourself and personal growth.

  • improve relaxation and your sleep quality

  • manage chronic pain and reduce discomfort

  • stimulate creative thinking and problem-solving

  • increase mindfulness, living in the moment and appreciating the present

  • improve spiritual growth and deepen spiritual understanding and connection

  • reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression and ptsd

  • reduce stress levels and manage stress better

  • improve concentration and attention span

  • increase body awareness and improve strength & flexibility

  • lower Blood Pressure and contribute to cardiovascular health

“Meditation looks more peaceful than it feels.... You're supposed to have thoughts, and they're chaotic by nature. The point is to accept your chaos. When you accept your chaos, it gets a lot easier to put shit in order.”

― Jessamyn Stanley

how I incorporate yoga & meditation

integrative sessions

I might combine traditional therapy with yoga poses and practices to promote relaxation and mindfulness during sessions.

mindfulness techniques

I might teach you mindfulness meditation to help manage anxiety and stress, encouraging regular practice between sessions.

breathing exercises

 I might introduce breathing techniques from yoga to help you calm your mind and regulate emotions.

self-care practices

I might encourage you to develop a personal yoga or meditation routine as a form of self-care and coping strategy.

psychoeducation

I might educate you about the benefits of yoga and meditation for mental health, promoting their use as therapeutic tools

Find your balance

Ready to bring the mind-body connection into your healing journey?

Note: This link will take you to Usawa Wellness Services’ booking page. Be sure to request your appointment with Harmony.