Welcoming Winter

Glittering flakes:
The wind is breaking
Frozen moonlight

- Horiuchi Toshimi

We hope you're enjoying the beauty of winter as much as all of us at BODY. Simply by keeping warm, taking time out of your day to enjoy the seasonal sites, and by going at your own pace, you will be sure to enjoy this wondrous time of year! Remember that winter is the season for introspection and rest. Here are some ways to keep you balanced and in tune with the changes of nature:

1. Meditate 5 minutes longer when you wake up in the morning. Be sure to take a seated pose to get the most out of your practice.

2. Warm yourself from the inside out. Ginger Tea will warm your core.

3. Remember to keep moving. Don't abandon your yoga or nia practice due to a tight schedule. Flexibility will keep your body and spirit nourished.

4. Bundle up and spend some time outside. Open all of your senses to the season. What does this winter look like? What sounds are around you? What are some smells? You might be surprised by what you notice with a heightened awareness.

5. Don't hesitate to hibernate. Follow nature's cues by going to bed earlier. With the sun setting around 5:00 pm, this will be easy.

-Keryn