Enjoy the beautiful backdrop of NC Botanical Gardens during this unique fall retreat. Yoga and art beautifully combine for a creative and meaningful experience. No experience with yoga or art? No problem! Activities will be held inside the building.
Yoga teaches us that our practice doesn't end when we leave the mat. In fact, some of the most meaningful aspects of yoga have little to do with what how we move our bodies and everything to do with how we move through the world. Seva, or selfless service, asks us to consider how we can use what we have to benefit others. Ahimsa, often translated as non-harming, invites us to move through life with compassion, kindness and care. Dolly Parton offered a remarkable example of both, not by preaching about them, but by putting them into practice.
Research in neuroplasticity shows that the brain and nervous system are continually shaped by repeated experiences. Just as chronic stress can strengthen pathways associated with survival responses, repeated experiences of safety and regulation can strengthen pathways associated with resilience.
In yoga, we speak of Sangha, a gathering of people who walk a shared path, who choose again and again to practice in a way that uplifts not only themselves but the collective whole. A Sangha is not defined by walls or geography; it’s defined by the steady presence of individuals who show up with curiosity, courage, tenderness, and a willingness to grow.
For students who have attended at least one of our Osteoporosis and Yoga workshops, we’re excited to offer a unique 7-session experiential workshop that blend Yin/Yang poses and movements designed to target specific fascial lines in the body.
In many ways, interoception is the bridge between our body and our mind. It allows us to notice sensations that signal our emotional states, physiological needs, and overall wellbeing. When our interoceptive awareness is well-developed, we’re more attuned to what our body is telling us, which can guide us toward healthier choices, emotional regulation, and even pain reduction.
