Building Resiliency: Essential Threads for Mastering Change
Happiness is a desire we all deserve, yet it seems elusive. One moment you think you have it all figured out and the next moment nothing makes sense. What is the obstacle to reaching a state of sustained happiness? According to the yoga tradition, it's the mind. Its ever-changing "weather" patterns make you vulnerable and unstable. This change is constant and unrelenting. If the changing patterns of the mind are the obstacle, then building resiliency to these changing patterns is the solution.
This workshop will start with a discussion that will build a foundation on yoga's approach to a resilient mind. The guide will be an ancient text called the Yoga Sutras. You will learn specific wisdom and techniques that will enable you to experience more stability and ease in your yoga practice. You will also be given ways to apply resiliency to life off the mat. The workshop will include a full yoga practice, take away materials and an audio recording that will assist you with your exploration after the workshop. The ultimate intention is to empower you to begin to influence change in your life in a positive direction.
Resiliency Workshop Praise
“The workshop gave me some accessible concepts that I will use in weeks to come. Most importantly, the workshop raised my awareness of my breathing and how it can influence my energy level. I felt more energetic throughout the remainder of the day, and I also found myself being a witness more during the day.”
- Kyle-Beth Hilfer
“Up until now I was primarily concerned about the physical benefits of practice but also wondered why I often felt emotional after the end of a practice. Obviously I was looking for something more than exercise. Thanks for the workshop, Joe. If feel as if I got lucky today and was able to hear exactly what I needed to hear to make a new start.”
-Diana Frost
“Excellent introduction to the theory, background and potential benefits of yoga.”
- Don Fait
The workshop covered things I studied in yoga teacher training, and have tried to apply to my life ever since. However, it's easy to get sidetracked. This was a reminder - a wake-up call - an inspiration. Thank you, Joe!
- Meg Cameron
“I really liked the format and content. I found it informative and important for my life as well as my practice. I also loved the yoga practice that followed. Holding the poses seemed to be much more effortless and I found it easier to breathe than ever before.”
– Marsha Russell
"This workshop was a great way to get back on track with the essential teaching of yoga. I would love all my yoga classes to be just like this one. I really loved the final relaxation which was the most I have been able to quiet my mind and really relax. Joe has a very great soothing voice and manner. Thanks for an enjoyable day!"
– Betty Howard Vero, Beach, CA
Pure Yoga West
When: February 12th, 2012, 4pm to 6pm
Where: 204 W. 77th Street (at Amsterdam)
To sign up call: 212.877.2025 or register online
Price: $30 for Members/ $35 for non members
Satya Yoga
When: March 10th, 2012, 1pm to 3pm
Where: 3385 Blue Star Highway, Saugatuck, Michigan, 49453
To sign up call: 269-857-7289
Price: $35
Underground Studios
When: March 24th, 2012, 12:30pm to 3pm
Where: 222 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472
To sign up call: 617.600.4979
Price: $40
Belly Yoga
When: April 14th, Master Class Shakti Yoga Sadhana
April 15th, Workshop
Where: 455 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041
To sign up call: 650-862-3976
Yoga Grounds
When: April 21st, 2pm- 4:30pm, Workshop $35
April 22nd, 10:30am – Noon, Shakti Yoga Sadhana $TBD
Where: 7412 Foothill Boulevard, Tujunga, CA 91042
To sign up call: 818-359-0606
Past Workshops 2012
Saw Mill Club, Mt. Kisco, NY, January
The Yoga Pagoda, Vero Beach, Florida, January
