Hello

Apologies for the cancellation of the classes on Friday 13th March at Old Woodhouse Community Hall, unfortuntely Traudi was ill (not the coronavirus)  and we were unable to get any cover. These classes will be rearranged in due course and as soon as we have a replacement date we will let you know. Any catch ups can be rearranged in the usual way with Karen.

 

I want us all to take a step back and take a breath .... in the last week I have had to do this regularly, reminding myself to take one day at a time and to be within the moment of the day, and I really think with everything being thrown at us from the media we all need to do this.

 

Regarding coronavirus we are following Public Health England and WHO (World Health Organisation)  advice,  reminding everyone to wash hands before coming into class, and when leaving class, and don't come to class if you are feeling ill, you can book catch ups for when you are feeling better. Please feel free to bring your own mat and also any props such as towels, that can be used as head supports during your session.

 

Just a little reminder for those attending Reformer classes - if you have ticked the register to attend but then find you can't make class, please could you text your teacher directly just to let them know you won't be attending. You can text the office but with our current situation the message is less likely to get through - thank you for your understanding.

 

All classes are running as usual this week, check out our timetable below.

 

 

One of the most important parts of my daily routine at the moment is getting out for a walk and doing some mindful breathing. I have found that this has been the one time in the day that has helped me to clear my mind and to help deal with my anxiety and stress based around Keith's illness.

I have been waking early and almost immediately I am planning what I have to fit in and what needs to be dealt with before I head over to the hospital to be with Keith.

So the walk first thing is just enough time for me to take in the environment, feel the air on my face, take some breaths and just feel the freedom of being outside.

I am usually joined by a robin on my walk, I always see a couple of squirrels, and often I pass dog walkers which always brings a smile to my face because of the joy I see being shared between them and their four legged friends.

Then its time for some mindful breathing, I try to be still in my garden for this. I find the stillness and peace calms my mind .. and I then feel stronger and prepared to face what the day will bring.

When everything else feels out of control, and when there are no easy answers or solutions to what is happening in our lives, I find that introducing some kind of routine to the day helps with my coping strategies and allows me to function and deal with whatever might happen.

I hope if you have challenges in your life at the moment that you will be able to find your own coping routine and bring you some peace and calm your mind.