Re-entering the World with Fresh Eyes

Sometimes things aren't exactly as they appear. We couldn’t wait for the pandemic to slow so we could return to life as we knew it, right? But now that the virus is (hopefully) receding, how do we re-enter our world? What do we add back into our schedule? Perhaps more importantly, what don’t we bring back? Can we make small talk after a year without any? Who do we want to be as we return to a more outwardly-oriented life?

 

The balance of the inner and outer worlds is a constant focus in our yogic journey. Yoga always and forever invites us to travel into ourselves and very specifically so with the breath. We draw the breath in and we notice ourselves in that moment; we follow the breath out as it leaves our bodies and the cycle continues.

 

As we re-enter our world, I for one am hoping to maintain some of my new habits. Long walks in the woods, regular restorative yoga practice, regular movement/asana sessions, meditation and lots and lots of writing. For those of us who have had the privilege of being able to stay home during the pandemic, the time has been an opportunity for exploration. While not always pleasant, hopefully this block of time has created a shift in our awareness so that we can see our world with fresh eyes.

 

 

Summer Classes with Anne

 

Mondays: Functional Movement & Energetic Centering, Online 9:30 – 11:00am

Tuesdays: Therapeutic Functional Movement & Centering for Women, Online 9:00 – 10:45am

 

Fridays: Chair Yoga, 10:30am – 12:00pm Online with In-Person Option July & August at the Geauga County Senior Center Pavilion

 

If you’re interested in the in-person class, call the Senior Center at 440-279-2130 to register. Class size is limited due to Covid protocols and students must register for one month at a time only. Please continue to pay Anne directly.

 

 

Free Online Restorative Yoga Workshops

 

6/30 2:00 – 3:30pm

7/21 7:30 – 9:00pm

8/18 2:00 – 3:30pm

Join Anne for 90-minutes of deep relaxation. Pictures of poses are shown as well and are also demonstrated by Anne. Props you’ll need include: a folding chair, five blankets, two blocks, a strap, a washcloth to cover your eyes and yoga bolsters or two firm pillows from your bed or couch. Learn how to prop yourself and let your nervous system have a mini-vacation!

The Neck, Jaw, Face & Tongue: Supporting the Spine from Above

Three CE credits available through Yoga Alliance for Yoga Instructors

 

6/6 9:30am – 12:30pm Online through Yoga 108, Akron

 

Free to Yoga 108 Tribe Members; $45 for non-members.  

 

To register, visit https://www.tracyrhinehart.com/workshops

We often lock down our neck and jaw to complete a challenging asana. This jerry rigging causes the integrity of our movements to become imbalanced, opening the door for injuries. Come explore the area of your fifth and sixth chakras and see how you can best support your spine from above with ease and awareness.

 

*NEW* Move, Sit, Write, Read: An Online Embodied Writing Workshop

 

7/15 8:00 – 9:15 pm

Have you wanted to try your hand at writing but is your inner critic holding you back? Join Anne for a 75-minute workshop where we will connect embodied practice with writing.  We’ll start with gentle movement followed by a short meditation; then we’ll write for 15 minutes in response to a prompt, and, if you choose, read what we’ve written. Email Anne for information or to register. Cost is $15.

Online or In-Person Sessions with Anne

 

Postural Assessments & Integration, Reiki, Stretching and Balancing

 

Anne is seeing fully vaccinated clients in person on a limited basis as well as online appointments. Email Anne for information.