Love My Mat

11/21/2025

The shop is closed today as we spend the day with our kids... while they still enjoy hanging out with their moms.⁠
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We hope you have the opportunity to spend some quality time with those you love today, too!⁠
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We'll be open again on Tuesday, November 25th for in-person shopping and shipping all online orders.⁠
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11/20/2025

This season, we’re choosing calm over chaos, thoughtful giving over frantic shopping.

Because the most meaningful gifts aren’t rushed or mass-produced.
They’re made with care, chosen with purpose, and meant to last.

✨ Slow Giving Week begins November 23.
A gentle invitation to shop small, give sustainably, and find peace in the process.

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11/17/2025

11/13/2025

When you choose to rest, and not to rush,⁠
you reclaim your energy from a world that profits off your exhaustion.⁠
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Slow isn’t lazy. It’s powerful. It’s present. It’s enough. 💫⁠
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11/11/2025

Today we honour those who gave so much, and those who continue to serve with courage and compassion.⁠
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Remembrance is more than a moment of silence — it’s a daily practice of gratitude, peace, and mindfulness in how we live, love, and care for one another.⁠
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11/07/2025

“Oh a piece of candy 🍬” — but make it yoga props edition.

Every bolster, cushion and sandbags feels like a little treat for your mind and body. Because honestly… yoga is better than candy. 😉🧘‍♀️

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11/06/2025

Mini Reset for Perimenopause 🌿
When the waves of perimenopause bring tension, fatigue, or mood swings, a few mindful minutes can help you feel grounded again. Try this simple practice to calm your body, clear your mind, and reset your nervous system.

Reset Your Nervous System⁠
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Menopause can stir up stress and overwhelm, but your breath, and a few supportive props, can bring you back to center. ⁠
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Click the link in bio for FREE Guided Meditations and try this mini reset:⁠
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Option 1 – Seated:
Sit comfortably on a meditation cushion or folded blanket⁠
Rest your hands on your lap, close your eyes⁠
Take 3 slow, steady breaths — in through the nose, out through the mouth⁠
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Option 2 – Reclined:
Lie back with a bolster or pillow under your knees⁠
Place an eye pillow over your eyes⁠
Rest your hands on your belly and heart, and breathe deeply for a few minutes⁠
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Props create the comfort required to truly relax and not be distracted by attention being diverted from your breath.⁠
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Let your nervous system soften with every exhale!⁠

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10/30/2025

Legs Up the Wall for Perimenopause Fatigue ⁠
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This gentle restorative pose boosts circulation, eases tension, and calms the nervous system—perfect for stress and hormonal changes.⁠
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How to:⁠
-Lie back with legs up a wall⁠
-Optional: bolster under hips for comfort⁠
-Add sandbags on your feet for grounding and gentle pressure⁠
-Arms relaxed by your sides, breathe deeply⁠
Stay 5–15 mins⁠
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Tips:⁠
-Evening practice helps with fatigue & sleep⁠
-Add an eye pillow, music, or aromatherapy for extra relaxation⁠
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10/29/2025

We’ve reinstated meditation before tech time again. This helps my boys remain calm while using their iPads or playing video games and makes the transition off the tech much more smoothly too.

The boys have to sit in silence for 5 minutes to get 45 minutes of tech. They don’t love it before we do it - but never I can tell they are proud of themselves when it’s done.

If you have any questions or want to chat about this. Let me know.

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10/23/2025

20% off everything ends tomorrow!
We’re celebrating Small Business Week with 20% off everything until Friday only.

We know that choosing sustainable, Canadian-made yoga and meditation props is an intentional decision and we want to make it a little easier to support small this week.

Every bolster, strap, and cushion we make is sewn in Hamilton, ON from upcycled or earth-friendly materials. Thoughtfully designed to last, made by hand, and on sale until Friday, Oct 24th at midnight EST.

Let’s keep supporting the makers who make a difference.

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