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Joyful
Spirit Yoga Studio |
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April, 2008 |
Volume 1, Number 9 |
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Of Special Interest · Celebrating Our 1-Year Anniversary!! ·
Specialty Class Sun, Apr 20, 2:00 p.m. – Laughter Yoga · Specialty Class Sun, Apr 27, 2:30 p.m. – Yoga With the Ball · Good to Know - Earth Day is April 22 · Mudra of the Month Quick Links: All Natural Personal Care Products Contact Us email: marjoriet@aol.com 214-282-9608 To be
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Joyful Day!
I
received a card last month with this quote from Emily Dickenson: “We turn not older with the years but newer
every day.” How
yogic-minded is that? Way to go,
Emily! “Newer every day” is exactly what
we experience as we transform our lives with our practice. We find ourselves looking at things in new
and different ways; our bodies transform as the spine and muscles become
stronger and more flexible; our minds and hearts too become stronger and more
open. We look within and explore new territory
and sometimes go right to our edge to find new discoveries about ourselves. Springtime
can be a reminder of this “newer every day” thinking. The ancient earth puts forth new life as
trees blossom with colorful, fragrant buds and fresh lime-green leaves. The pungent smell of freshly mowed wild
onions and new grass fills the air with a tangy hopefulness for all that will
soon be sprouting forth. This newness
of the season is energizing, and I am reminded of words from a favorite poem
by E. E. Cummings: “I thank you God
for most this amazing day: for the leaping greenly spirits of trees; and a
blue true dream of sky; and for everything which is natural, which is
infinite, which is yes!” So,
what is new with you? One year ago Joyful Spirit Yoga studio was
new. We began the journey with a few
new mats, some ancient poses and a few new ways of thinking. New students and teachers have joined us on
our journey and continue to bring a wonderful newness to our practice. I
am truly grateful for each and every life who has crossed my path and brought
newness of some kind to my life, whether on a yoga journey or on some other
journey. Each encounter has helped me
to look inward and see myself a little more clearly – see the world a little
more clearly. E.
E. Cummings’ poem ends with the words, “now the ears of my ears awake, and
now the eyes of my eyes are opened.” It
is my hope that wherever we are on our path, you and I continue to learn from
each other and continue to open our eyes, awaken our ears and strive to create
a life that is new every day and is a reflection of the Love that lies within. May
Your Spirit Soar, Margie April
marks our one-year anniversary, and we will be celebrating with a special “Laughter
Yoga” class, led by certified instructor, Donnette Diehl on Sunday, April 20
at 2:00 p.m. - see details below. There
will also be fun giveaways at various classes during the month, including at
our two specialty classes. Fun
to know: our first class was held on
Tuesday morning, April 10, 2007 and there were 4 students in attendance, yay! Specialty Class – Laughter YogaSunday, Apr 20, 2:00 p.m. with Donnette Diehl Laughter Yoga ~ The Best
Medicine! Experience a refreshing and
innovative practice that provides a whole new approach to stress-management
as well as physical and mental well-being through laughter! Benefits: •When we laugh our bodies release a cocktail of
hormones & chemicals that have startling positive effects on our system. • Blood and all major organs are fully oxygenated leaving us bursting with energy • Blood pressure and pulse rate drops, circulation improves • Depression is lifted • High endorphin levels put us in a great mood and reduce many aches and pains • Lymphatic system is massaged • Self-confidence, communication and creativity are boosted • Stress-levels reduce by 75% or more and we become more stress-resistant in our day-to-day
lives Prerequisites: •Must be able to laugh and breathe - no previous yoga
experience needed About the
facilitator: Donnette Diehl 200RYT has been
teaching yoga since 2003. At the beginning of 2008 she became certified as a
Laughter Yoga Leader through The American School of Laughter Yoga. This new
practice has unleashed her passion for fun and playfulness that is evident in
her classes. She feels strongly that Laughter Yoga has a special place in the
journey towards world peace. 10% of all proceeds are donated to charity. Bring your stability ball on Sunday, Apr 27, 2:30 p.m. for some great yoga poses with the
ball. Drop-ins are welcome to
attend. Be sure to bring a stability ball. Thank you, and definitely join us for some
fun! The Live Green Expo is being held on April 12 at the Plano Centre. The event is a
fun, family event that will help North Texans make informed decisions and
take action to lead more healthy lives with less impact on our environment.
Free to the public, the Expo will feature exhibitors offering a wide
selection of products, services and information. In addition, the Expo will
include dozens of presentations on a variety of topics, music, art, food,
demonstrations and activities for youth and children. Earth Day
is April 22. Let’s make every day
earth day! We
will be practicing Prithvi Mudra this month.
Prithvi Mudra is formed by joining the tips of the ring finger and the
thumb. The index, middle and little fingers
are kept straight. This
mudra helps to increase one’s strength, stamina and elegance and is said to
be more effective than vitamins. It
also helps improve memory power.
Regular practice of this mudra can change one’s inner-self and leads
to spirituality. The practice of this
mudra makes one energetic and encourages a sense of generosity,
thoughtfulness and kind-heartedness. |
