Mar. 2023
“If we never experience the chill of a dark winter, it is very unlikely that we will ever cherish the warmth of a bright summer’s day. Nothing stimulates our appetite for the simple joys of life more than the starvation caused by sadness or desperation. In order to complete our amazing life journey successfully, it is vital that we turn each and every dark tear into a pearl of wisdom, and find the blessing in every curse.”
~ Anthon St Maarten
Happy March!
The other day when it was raining non-stop, I was really affected by the feeling of being stuck at home and somewhat isolated. Maybe you can relate, or can recall a time you may have felt similar. It made me want to be outside and spend time with people I care about.
As the weather cleared up, I made plans to meet up with friends, and was able to go on my usual long walks with my puppy. Laughing at a coffee shop with a friend, feeling sunshine on my face— Although none of it was anything out of the ordinary, I felt extra grateful for it all!
Sometimes it’s the duality of life and experience that makes us more appreciative of what we have. We can feel joy more fully after a period of sadness. We find more value for our free time after a period of being very busy. Although we don’t have to be awakened to gratitude through extremes, these are often the reminders we receive in life to be grateful through the full spectrum of experience.
In our yoga practice as well, we explore many dualities— effort and ease, movement and stillness, action and rest. Through all of it, we work to keep present with breath and balance.
This month, we have awesome classes and workshops coming up. I encourage you to have fun and try something new! I’m also very excited to announce we will be hosting a 200-Hour Teacher Training later this year - see details below :)
Take care and stay healthy!
With Love + Gratitude,
<3 Lara
Workshops & Events:
Inward Sound Bath with Essential Oils & Oracle Cards with Tiffany
Friday, March 10 @ 7:30pm-9:00pmNew Moon Sound Bath with Fawntice
Saturday, March 18 @ 5:00pm-6:30pmPast Life Regression Journey with Jordan
Sunday, March 19 @ 5:00pm-7:00pmRestorative Yoga & Massage with Lara & Caitlin
Friday, March 24 @ 7:30pm-9:00pmSpring Celebration Women's Circle with Melissa & Sahar
Sunday, March 26 @ 5:00pm-7:00pm
Special Classes:
On class schedule. Use class pack / membership to sign up.
Community Expansion Nights on Mondays 7:30pm-8:30pm
A rotation of different practices and healing modalities: Yoga Nidra, Reiki & Restorative Yoga, Intuition, and more!Vinyasa Flow with Live Acoustic Guitar with Lara & Justin
Every Thursday at 6:00pm-7:00pm
Retreats:
Inter-Being Retreat in Playa Viva, Mexico with Jennifer
April 2 - April 8Ireland Retreat with Jennifer
July 23 - July 29Women's Retreat at Ojas Retreat Center, CA with Jennifer
November 8 - November 12