Embracing Change

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It's September! A time of many changes. Cooler temperatures, shorter days with less sunlight, that feeling of "I can't believe summer is over". It is a time that stirs up many mixed emotions, sadness, anxiety, or feelings of uncertainty.

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For some youth, September may mean relocating, a new class, a new school, or a new job. For adults, although the return to schedules are welcome, along with it comes the stresses of the once again hurried pace, lunches, drop offs, after school programs, children getting ill... the list goes on and on.

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In these times of change and uncertainty, there are ways to help ourselves through them. The first step is acknowledging and accepting the shifts of the season. It isn't something new, we have been here before. To transition through these seasonal changes we can use it as a time of self reflection and letting go, allowing us to prepare for the coming months. 

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It begins with gratitude for all the memories created during the summer months. Moving forward involves staying present, focusing on one day, one task, one moment at a time. 

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The fall Equinox occurs Sept. 22nd at 2:10pm. It marks the day where there is the equal amount of daytime and nighttime. The equality of light and dark can be metaphorically seen as a way to restore balance in our lives. Amidst the schedules, find time to stop, sit, and breathe. Balancing work and rest helps to calm the body and mind, making it easier for us to accept the change and uncertainty.

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In yoga we honour the elements of earth, water, fire, and space. Yoga practices may consist of grounding and twists to create balance, stability, and detox our bodies. We focus on breathwork and mindfulness in restorative yoga to calm the body and mind.

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This month let's accept and adapt to what lies ahead by embracing change and creating space for personal growth, resilience, and the realization that with change the possibilities are endless!

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​​​​​Namaste​​​​​​​​