Join Callie for an evening of support and care. Grief touches all of us at some point throughout our lives. Grief is not just for those who have lost a loved one; grief can happen when our furry friends die. Grief can also happen any time we have a loss in our lives: a relationship, a job transition, losing an item, transitioning seasons, a move, etc. This class invites participants to engage in heart centered yoga asanas. Activating the heart invites more closeness with ourselves and encourages emotional expression around whatever loss we are moving through. It can be easy to close off, curl in, surrender, and hide when grieving. While we will move through some surrendering shapes as this is also part of a grief journey, we will activate our heart chakra and invite room for love and joy alongside our grief. Following our asana practice, journal prompts will be offered on the loss of loved ones or animal companions, however most prompts can be adapted to fit whatever loss you may be moving through. Whether your loss happened a month ago or 10 years ago, your grief is valid and deserves attention.
Callie is a certified death doula as well as mental health practitioner. While this practice may support our mental health, it is not equivalent to mental health treatment. Callie will be happy to share grief resources for you after class if you are looking for more support.
This class is being held at Rooted Yoga in Barre, Vermont on Friday December 13th. Sign up is required for this class - no drop ins please. Space is limited. Class cost is $16, class passes can be used for sign up. all bodies & genders welcome; adults only (18+). Bring a journal and wear something comfy. Please consider bringing a picture of a loved one or pet, or other small token that is symbolic of your grief for a group altar. You will take this item back with you at the end of our practice.
Sign up here: https://rootedyogavtscheduling.as.me/schedule/81770dc7/?appointmentTypeIds[]=71028924
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