How 75 Minutes on Sunday Can Transform Your Week

Hi There,

What if just 75 minutes of your weekend could set the tone for your entire week?

This Sunday's Inner Compass Yoga class isn't just another item on your calendar—it's an investment in your wellbeing that ripples outward, touching every aspect of your life.

The Ripple Effect of Inner Compass Yoga

When we consciously connect with our inner guidance system, the benefits extend far beyond the mat:

Physically: The mindful movement we'll practice helps release tension patterns that many of us carry in our shoulders, lower back, and hips. Students often report leaving class feeling both energized and deeply relaxed—a rare combination that supports better sleep, improved digestion, and reduced physical discomfort.

Mentally: Research consistently shows that combining movement with mindfulness creates optimal conditions for mental clarity. By intentionally focusing attention during practice, we strengthen neural pathways associated with concentration and calm, making it easier to stay focused during the week ahead.

Emotionally: The practice creates a spacious container to process emotions that may be stored in the body. Many find that gentle movement combined with breath awareness helps release emotional blocks they didn't even realize they were carrying.

Spiritually: Without imposing any specific belief system, Inner Compass Yoga honors the sacred dimension of being human. We create space to connect with something larger than ourselves, whether you understand that as nature, consciousness, or the divine.

Try This Mini-Practice Now

For a taste of what we'll explore Sunday, try this simple 2-minute practice:

1. Sit comfortably and place one hand on your heart, the other on your belly

2. Close your eyes and take three slow, deep breaths

3. Silently ask yourself: "What does my body need right now?"

4. Listen without judgment to whatever arises

5. Honor that wisdom with one small action

This simple practice demonstrates the essence of Inner Compass Yoga—tuning in and honoring your inner guidance.

Sunday's Class is Filling Up

With limited space available and several spots already claimed, I encourage you to register soon if you'd like to join us this Sunday at 9:00 AM in Putney.

The Essentials:

• Sunday, May 4th, 9:00-10:15 AM

• Putney, VT (exact location provided upon registration)

• Pay-what-you-can ($20-$40 suggested)

• All levels welcome

To reserve your mat: Reply with "YES" and I'll send you all the details or send payment to @uptonamanda (last 4 digits of phone number - 8198).

I look forward to practicing with you!

With lots of love,

Amanda

"Self-care is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation." - Audre Lorde