Hey Reader,
Full transparency, when I take my res{e}t day each week, or even the week I take each month, it often gets filled up with other tasks that don’t quite offer up the deeper res{e}t I’m really hoping for. I mean, yes, while paying attention to finances, doing laundry, and packing away winter gear certainly offer up a fresh perspective and feel like a reset, they’re not exactly the deep soul reset that my spirit really longs for.
So why then, if I know those deeper resets are what I need and block the time out to invite them in, do I get caught answering emails or posting on social media “quick” before my weekly walk at the state park on my reset day?
Why sometimes, when I sit down at home to rest, journal, or just pay attention on purpose to the outdoors or my present state, do I get up 3 minutes later (yes, sometimes it’s kid-related, but not always)?
Why, even when I carve out the free space in my calendar, is it hard to explore the quietness of being in stillness (or at best slowness) with myself?
I’m wondering if you ever feel the same way?
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Oh, you do?
(If you don’t, then it’s OK to stop reading this part of the newsletter. Feel free to skip on down to the next sections or simply stop reading, it won’t hurt my feelings. I want people here who my work resonates with, and if that’s not you, that’s absolutely OK with me. Go find what does speak to your❤️ and I promise, we can still be friends outside of email.)
Great.
So we’re in this together.
Let me let you in on another little secret…
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That restless feeling we sometimes get when we’re faced with slowing down, stillness or emptiness in our schedules? It’s because stillness does feel strange.
And for so many naturally caffeinated souls out there, so does receiving.
You’re not alone, my friend.💚
Somewhere along the line we learned that slowing down, stillness, and rest were something that had to be earned. That if we were to slow down, we might fall behind… miss out… not be where we’re “supposed” to be in life.
But the truth is, you’re exactly where you need to be right now, in this moment, and taking time to slow down and even rest isn’t about not being productive. Quite the contrary, rest and inward reflection IS a phase of productivity as nature shows us.
Plus, your nervous system doesn’t care about how much you get done, instead it craves a steady rhythm instead of rushing.
It wants a pause to exhale and just be, even if it tries to convince you otherwise with busyness.
And when you find this rhythm, both your spirit and nervous system will say “Thank you for remembering us.”
So if the stillness feels strange… you’re not doing it wrong. You’re just remembering how to be with yourself again. And that can take time.
Holding Space For You,
☀️May God’s goodness and light be with me today and always; and may others experience this goodness and light through me.
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Studio Classes:
THURSDAY, MAY 15 – The Weekly Breath Reset
8:30 AM • 30-minute virtual breath work
Harness the power of your breath to start your day with a focused, energized calm.
THURSDAY, MAY 15 – Adult Sound Healing
6:00 PM • Offered by Moon Sage Healing
Immerse yourself in the beautiful healing frequencies of sound therapy. Lay back and listen and let the sound do it’s thing.
Message Cullie to register here.
SATURDAY, MAY 17 – Yoga on the Lawn
9:00 AM • All levels welcome
Join us outdoors to start your summer weekends with intention… even when life is full.
Class Location: 112 1/2 E. Robinson St., Knoxville
SUNDAY, MAY 18 – Kids Sound Circle
4:00 PM • Offered by Moon Sage Healing
Gather in circle with your child(ren) and learn about sound and how it affects your body and emotions. Then make music with your voice or instruments before settling in for a short sound session.
Message Cullie to register here.
MONDAY, MAY 19 – Yin/Restorative Yoga
5:30 PM • All levels welcome
A restorative class with longer held postures & mindful breathing to build stress resiliency & bring balance to your fast-paced life.
TUESDAY, MAY 20 – Res{e}t Week begins
Our res{e}t weeks are a time for us to do just that, res{e}t with some space to reconnect with a different rhythm – one that invites us and you to explore what a week our of your regular routine looks and feels like.
See you Wednesday, May 28, 9:00 AM. Have a fun and safe Memorial Day weekend!
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21 – Yoga + Breath Work
9:00 AM • All Levels Welcome
Active, flow-based practice based on Sun + Moon Salutations. Intentional breath work practices included.
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Special Events:
FRIDAY, JUN 20 – Solstice Celebration of Rhythms Retreat
6:00 – 9:00 PM • Pawesome Acres, 1020 Nevada St., Knoxville
Step away from the hustle & into nature’s rhythm with this evening retreat designed to help naturally caffeinated souls slow down, release, and reset. You’ll experience yoga, sound healing, cacao, creative expression and more – all while enjoying nourishing refreshments on a beautiful property.
Leave feeling lighter, clearer, and more connected to yourself and the season ahead.
Space is limited – register now.
SAURDAY, JUL 12 – Sunrise Yoga with MCCD
8:00 AM • Cordova Park • All levels welcome
Join us for a grounding morning yoga practice. While the sun may already be shining, this class invites you to greet the day with mindful movement & breath… helping you steady yourself amidst the height of summer’s expansive energy.
Fee: $20
Learn more and register here.
Kids & Family Events:
JULY 23- 25 – Let’s Go Camping Kids Yoga Camp
TK – 2nd Grade • 3rd – 5th Grade
A restorative class with longer held postures & mindful breathing to build stress resiliency & bring balance to your fast-paced life.
Register your child(ren) here.
Group & Individual Sessions:
AT YOUR CONVENIENCE – Personalized Group Stress Resilience Training
TBD • Your location, virtual, or at the studio
In these sessions I guide groups through practical, embodied practices—like breath work, mindfulness, gentle movement, and/or emotional awareness—to build stress resilience. Each session offers simple, effective tools to help participants reset, regulate, and respond with greater calm and clarity in everyday life.
Reply back to this email to schedule your in-person or virtual session today!
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Where I’ve Been Featured Lately…
‘Breathing just a little, life flows… Breathing together… I find myself awakened’
I was asked by a dear friend, soul sister, and exceptionally gifted writer to be a part of her 3D Wise Women series and I couldn’t be more honored. Thank you, Amy Brown, for inviting me and for making this connection happen💚🤸♀️
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What’s Cultivating Health Harmony Happiness in My Life…
Pausing to take 10 full, deep breaths (exhale longer than inhale) first thing in the morning, before going to bed, and before each meal. This actually helps activate digestion and get something inside you called the “Migrating Motor Complex” going in your stomach and small intestine. Give it a try and see if you notice anything different!
