SUNDAY SELF CARE JOURNAL

LET IT GO | VOL.7 | 2020 

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"Let it go."  I've been telling myself these words for about 2 weeks straight now.  

 

I recently had one of those changes come up that felt like a slight shift of the floor from under my feet.  It felt unfair and wrong.  It felt like a 4.5 on the earthquake magnitude scale - "only slight damage to buildings and other structures".  This change was all it took to remind me that when things shift unexpectedly, how totally  uncomfortable it can be.

 

First, I want to say and clarify that I am GREAT!  My family is healthy and happy - that is where I'm sending my gratitude.  That thought alone is enough to put things in perspective.  The shift that came up for me is in a professional situation, in a part of my life that I've put a whole lot of my heart into.  I'll be sure it all works out ok in the end, but the shift - the unexpected change - definitely shook me and opened my eyes to something I would have preferred to not accept as what is.

 

In thinking about change as I've been doing my own soul searching this week, I realized that when I speak to change in my classes, it's typically in the sense of the word that it's an actively decided change.  The kind that you think about and go for - and those kind of changes can be really difficult and floor-shaking still, although maybe just a little less jaw-dropping.  UNEXPECTED change, though is a totally different story.  It can come up on any level, tiny or huge and it often rattles us a little (or a lot) more.  Change is such a regular in our lives, that it's quite necessary to expect it - although that doesn't really help it to be easier when it hits. 

 

"Incredible change happens in your life when you decide to take control of what you do have power over instead of craving control of what you don't."

 

In our yoga practice, we constantly tap into tools that allow us to work with change, to help balance ourselves, to bring the floor a little closer, to align ourselves and to assist with our practice.  Yoga tools include our yoga mats, mirrors, blocks, bolsters, blankets, straps, etc.  We utilize them so often - whether it be a familiar movement or sequence, or it's one that is different to us - that it's second nature to tap into this habit of utilizing tools when on our yoga mat.  What tools do you have in place in your life off of the yoga mat to help ground you and bring you back to a place you can trust when you have a change come up?

 

For me, amongst practicing gratitude, dreaming/goal setting about what my change could mean in a positive way, and practicing self care, the main tool I've been working on is the act of LETTING GO.  Oooo it's a tough one for me.

 

Cambridge Dictionary defines letting go as : to stop holding onto something; to stop thinking about or being angry about the past or something that happened in the past; to be more relaxed and enjoy yourself.  (haha so just in writing this journal I'm obviously not quite there yet!!! It's a practice!). To me, letting go is realizing - accepting (that's maybe the word I need to focus on more) - that something which was a part of your history may not be (or does not NEED to be) a part of your destiny.

 

Letting go isn't easy.  It's hard to accept when you feel wronged or feel like you don't have a voice or that your opinion doesn't matter.  It's hard to accept when trust is broken or when you planned on something going one way and it doesn't end up being in the cards.

 

Although I'm still working on letting my situation go and accepting what is, this quote speaks SO STRONGLY to me, and I realize that it's true :

 

"The truth is...unless you let go, unless you forgive the situation, you cannot move forward."

 

The moving forward part....that's where the beauty lies.

How do you practice letting it go?

 

 

 

IN THIS ISSUE

- LET IT GO

- New Class(s!) On The Online Studio Space

- Upcoming Denver Pop Ups

- Upcoming North Denver 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training

- Semi-private Girlfriend Retreats

- Wedding Day + Shower Yoga

 

LEAD WITH YOUR HEART YOGA FLOW :  

The last installment of our heart opening month of February, in today's practice we are leading with our heart.
 

Meant to be a super energizing short and sweet yoga flow, this sequence is a great one for first thing in the morning or during a slump when you ned a pick-me-up.  I hope that this sequence will energize your body, and the practice of coming to what is in your heart will change your day.

 

Want to try out the MoonRise Online Studio Space for FREE?  

TRY IT ON US FOR ONE WEEK FREE!

You'll have a new class at your fingertips EVERY Sunday, a library of classes and series to choose from whenever you crave it and new special series sprinkled in throughout.

If you find that you're not using it, you can cancel anytime.

 

NEW MOON YIN :  

Happy New Moon, it's TONIGHT! 

It's a time to dream and set your eyes on new or refreshed goals and desires. Each month during 2020, we are coming together on the new moon to do just that through a yummy yin sequence.  Nothing better than yin yoga on a Sunday night, I'll definitely be practicing this one tonight!

 

Want to try out the MoonRise Online Studio Space for FREE?  

TRY IT ON US FOR ONE WEEK FREE!

You'll have a new class at your fingertips EVERY Sunday, a library of classes and series to choose from whenever you crave it and new special series sprinkled in throughout.

If you find that you're not using it, you can cancel anytime.

 

UPCOMING POP UPS + TEACHER TRAINING

TONIGHT!!!

FEBRUARY NEW MOON CIRCLE

2.23.20 | 7:45-9:15pm

YOGA POD WESTMINSTER

 

The moon represents deep feminine wisdom. Engaging regularly with the moon cycles is a powerful way to become intimately connected with the phases of birth, death, and rebirth. 

In our lives, we too are constantly moving through these cycles, seasons, and changes. Connecting to and working with the moon as she cycles, creates a life of deeper meaning and more authentic connection as we are able to live a life with more awareness and intention. 

Join us in a women’s circle as we practice grounding techniques, breath work and development of our intuition. Some light, gentle yoga will be infused. We will share space with each other to receive, connect, and create.

What to Bring:
Yoga mat
Water Bottle
Journal or paper to write on

 

DREAMY VINYIN + DREAM CATCHER DIY

2.27.20 | 6:00-8:00pm

MIRUS GALLERY

 

The reaction when I teased this event  at the January Full Moon Flow was PRICELESS.  I've thought back to it at least a handful of times since, you were SO EXCITED and it made me smile big!  I can't wait for this one either.

 

Our yoga mat can be one of the most powerful places we put our dreams into action.

Let's come together for an all levels yoga flow. We'll begin with powerful Vinyasa to ignite our dreams before surrendering into a melty yin practice.

After we flow, we'll join for a social hour and make dream catchers. 

Dream catchers were traditionally created and used by Native American tribes to protect sleeping people, usually children, from bad dreams and nightmares. Native Americans believe that the night air is filled with dreams, both good and bad. When hung above the bed in a place where the morning sunlight can hit it, the dream catcher attracts and catches all sorts of dreams and thoughts into its webs. Good dreams pass through and gently slide down the feathers to comfort the sleeper below. Bad dreams, however, are caught up in its protective net and destroyed, burned up in the light of day. The shape of the dreamcatcher is a circle because it represents the circle of life and how forces like the sun and moon travel each day and night across the sky. The dream catcher web catches the bad dreams during the night and dispose of them when the day comes. As for the good dreams, the feathers act as a fluffy, pillow-like ladder that allows them to gently descend upon the sleeping person undisturbed.

Advanced ticket required.
Final sale.

PLEASE NOTE:
Please arrive 5:45pm. Yoga begins 6pm sharp.

 

 

MARCH FULL (SUGAR) MOON YOGA FLOW

3.5.20 | 6:00-7:00pm

MIRUS GALLERY DENVER


FULL. MOON. VIBES 🌕
The moon is our closest celestial neighbor and powerfully influences every living thing on our planet. Within 28 days, the moon passes through 8 phases, each with its own unique characteristics. The energy of the arguably most influential phase - the full moon - lends for a magical, beautiful and important practice.

Join us for a monthly ALL LEVELS Full Moon Inspired Yoga Flow led by Jenny White. Expect to tune into the power, purpose and energy of the full moon this week.

We have a special treat this month because this is the first SUPER moon (“Supermoon” is the popular nickname given to a full Moon that coincides with perigee, which is the point in the Moon’s orbit of Earth where it’s closest to our planet. While at perigee, the full Moon appears a bit brighter and about 7% larger than a typical full Moon.) of 2020 and the LAST FULL MOON OF WINTER (yup, I’m ready for this shift!).

March’s Full Moon is the Sugar Moon, also called the Worm Moon. This is traditionally a time where the sap of sugar maples starts to flow and where the ground begins to soften enough for earthworms to reappear. Roots push their way up through the soil. Spring begins to emerge as earth awakens from its winter slumber. 

 

HOW ARE THINGS SHIFTING TOWARDS SPRING FOR YOU UNDER THIS FULL MOON?! 

Advanced ticket required.
Final sale.

PLEASE NOTE:
Please arrive 5:45pm. Yoga begins 6pm sharp.

 

 

 

nourish    

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NOURISH : GROUND, CREATE, EXPAND

SPRING 2020 | date + time tba

DENVER

 

What you celebrate expands.

What area of your life would you love to EXPAND more?

 

NOURISH : a mini self care staycation (just an afternoon) quarterly series. 

We come together for a unique community self care sess to nourish our hearts, minds and bodies. 

 

Spring 2020 : GROUND, CREATE, EXPAND :

First, we gather as a community to get to know one another and for a bullet journal exercise to tap into the areas in our lives in which we would love to expand a bit.

 

Next, we unroll our mats for GROUNDING VinYin yoga (light on the vinyasa, heavy on the yin) inspired by our personal desires and intentions.

 

Post yoga, we'll each CREATE a succulent terrarium over tea and light snacks. (Think heavy on the FUN & community, super cool DIY we get to bring home as a  continual reminder of what we are nourishing.) 

 

Last, with journals in hand we'll EXPAND our minds & hearts as we are led in a community inspiration and discussion by a very special guest, one of my favorite inspirational speakers.

 

200 HOUR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING

March 4 - May 9

YOGA POD WESTMINSTER

 

I am THRILLED to be a co-lead in Yoga Pod's upcoming 200 hour teacher training. Becoming a yoga teacher has been a life changing experience for me.  I love to teach teachers and cannot wait to get to know this community.  If you've ever considered teacher training, please don't hesitate to reach out to me, I would love to talk to you about joining this training! 

 

DESCRIPTION:

EXPAND YOUR POTENTIAL. IGNITE YOUR HEART. EMPOWER YOURSELF.
In Yoga Pod’s unique and refreshingly modern 200-hour Teacher Training, you will deepen your understanding of:

alignment
applied anatomy
yogic history
philosophy
the subtle energy body
practical teaching skills

You will learn from knowledgeable teachers and gain invaluable perspective on the modern and classical worlds of yoga. Upon completion of the course, you will walk away with a deeper understanding of your own personal yoga practice. You will also gain the tools necessary to teach a safe and powerful vinyasa flow yoga class. The training qualifies you for Yoga Alliance’s 200-hour registration.

Training is March 4 – May 9 with March 23-29 off for Spring Break.

Schedule is:
Wednesdays 5:30pm – 9:00pm
Saturdays 8:30am – 5:30pm
Sundays 8:30am – 1:00pm

 

 

SEMI-PRIVATE GIRLFRIEND RETREATS

BEGINNING SPRING 2020 | date + time varies based on your schedule

AKUMAL, MEXICO

 

Come to paradise with me and your bestie to practice daily yoga and make incredible memories!

Beginning spring 2020, I'm offering semi-private (2 person) girlfriend retreats!

I will meet you in the quaint, sweet and sleepy town of Akumal, Mexico (one of my absolutely favorite beach towns in the world!) where we will stay in our own private fully equipped beach front condo.  

We will practice yoga twice daily (morning and evening), either on the beach or in our condo overlooking the ocean.

We will eat fresh, local, delicious cuisine for every meal and infuse yoga & wellness throughout our time.

I will be your tour guide throughout the Yucatán Peninsula...you can select between chill days in Akumal, or outings including : exploring Tulum's white sand beaches and boho boutiques and restaurants; a golf cart tour of Isla Mujeres and a visit to its famous picturesque Playa Norte; a beach and shopping day in Playa Del Carmen; a day in Cozumel (and more).

 

Let's make some beautiful memories together and RESET together in the ultimate self-care experience.

 
 

SHOWER OR WEDDING DAY YOGA

 

Did you know that I offer private bridal shower and wedding day yoga practices?

 

Celebrate your wedding shower or start your special day surrounded by the women who love you, with a group yoga class customized to you.



 

Begins with 15-30 minute tea social, followed by 60-75 minutes yoga catered towards the energy level and style you prefer.  

 

The intention of the class is personalized to celebrate your love, or gratitude for your circle of women.  This is SUCH a fun way to come together to connect, celebrate and create a memory that lasts forever!

 

Bride receives a rose quartz crystal to hold forever dear.  Each attendee receives a smaller rose quartz crystal gift. 

These crystals are incorporated throughout practice. 

 

PRIVATE GIRLFRIENDS POP-UP

 

I'm offering my signature pop-up yoga + DIY classes to you and your friends!  Book me for a private girlfriends pop-up and I'll customize my unique offering to your group!

 

 We will choose a day and time that works best for your group, and we will rent a studio space convenient to everyone. 

 

Class offerings include : 

 

Dreamy VinYin + Dream Catcher DIY

 

INTENTION : VinYin + Intention Bracelet Making Social

 

Glow Flow :  VinYin + Mala Bracelet Making

Thank you for reading.  

I hope that this journal is a happy weekly love note in your inbox.

xo, jenny

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