Choose You - yoga studio and wellness hub

13/11/2025

SHES BACK!!! Karen Watt returns for another superbly executed Gong Bath with her FULL collection of instruments (an astounding and unrivalled collection of big and small). Not to be missed!!

Sound Bath with Karen Watt of Edinburgh Sound Massage - Sunday 23rd November

You may have seen increasing talk in the press about the benefits of stimulating the vagus nerve to activate the parasympathetic nervous system, our “rest and digest” mode, to access deep relaxation.

Gongs and bowls send calming vibrations through the body, gently stimulating the vagus nerve. This activates the parasympathetic response, slowing the heart rate, deepening the breath and easing physical tension and stored stress.

The lower frequency vibrations also shift brainwave patterns towards calmer states, rebalancing the nervous system. The mind quietens and awareness is expanded.
Karen is back from her recent travels in Nepal and has acquired some new instruments along the way which she looks forward to weaving into the sound and vibratory experience.

Do come along if you would like to deeply relax and give your nervous system a complete reset!

Reserve your space here - https://bookwhen.com/chooseyouyoga =ev-sldw-20251123190000

11/11/2025

M A N I F E S T I N G 💫💫 is the first intention of our Sunday Self Care Club! You really can manifest the life you want… this is my Manifesting Jar I began this time last year and kept adding to it right till the end of the year. So far, I’ve manifested quite a few of my dreams….
ADVENTURE - manifested a trip to India and Isle of Man 💫
FRIENDS - met a lot of lovely women this year 💫
MUSIC - Joined a Choir 💫
CONTENTMENT - Built a new life that suits ME
JOY - So much everywhere
Let me guide you through a Ritual where you can MANIFEST the life you want in 2026 💝
Choose You - yoga studio and wellness hub
Sunday 7th Dec 2-4pm
£25
Message me to confirm your place 🙂 Sandra

-Care

11/11/2025

Today is 11/111. Big day for spiritual baddies 😜

11/11 is widely seen as a portal number. It’s a moment of alignment between the physical and spiritual realms. It's often interpreted as a signal of awakening, presence, and divine guidance 🔮

Main themes are; awakening & alignment, embodied wisdom, new beginnings and integrating our dual nature as cosmic beings 💫

How can we think of this from a somatic and body based perspective?

It’s a portal, a wee gap, a liminal space within the body. Think of the breath, that little pause after you exhale before you take another inhale. Tune into that when you breathe, notice the space before an inhale, the space before an exhale. The way that you can psychically shift space within the body. With the inhale you create it and with the exhale you let it go. Just taking a few deep breaths and tuning into this level of somatic awareness allows you to enter into your own personal portal of presence.

To connect with your intuition and bodies wisdom close your eyes and ask where in the body you feel a hell yeah. Does your yes feel dense, tight, open, what colour does your yes, what other emotions lie within that yes? Where in the body do you feel your no? Is it dense, light, open, closed, what colour is your no? What other emotions lie within it?

For integration? Take a spiritual practise outside. Somewhere new. Share it with a friend and have a long discussion about your experience over a cup of tea afterwards. Bring your inner world to the outer ✌🏼

May your day be as magical and vibrant as you are ✨✨

10/11/2025

November's Meditation is helping you to release worries, over thinking, doubts and fears, whilst also creating new positive thoughts and feelings - helping you enjoy more clarity and peacefulness in your mind, body and soul.

Remember:
• You don't need to be a "relaxed" sort of person
• You don't need any experience
• You don't need to clear your mind or switch off
• You can join in seated or lying down on yoga mats provided

Please remember saving your space is essential for class, so please either message me directly, or join now: https://meditation25.eventbrite.co.uk

04/11/2025

“For Seniors & Beginners”

Find calm, strength, and community with Yoga by Serena

Gentle, welcoming classes designed for beginners and seniors — move at your own pace, build flexibility, and enjoy a sense of peace and connection.

🧘‍♀️ Seasonal Yoga – flow gently with the rhythm of nature
🪑 Chair Yoga – all the benefits of yoga, no mat needed

📅 New seasonal yoga classes start Wednesday the 12th November, 5:30–6:30pm(FIRST CLASS FREE)

📍 Choose You Yoga Studio, Carmondean, Livingston

✨ Spaces are limited — book your free space now at https://bookwhen.com/yogabyserena
📞 07763 885654

04/11/2025

One of my long term clients passed away this year. She knew she was terminally ill but wanted to attend our annual yoga retreat one last time. Unfortunately she didn’t make it. She had asked that her place be donated if things progressed quicker that expected. I gave the place to a lady who had recently made yoga part of her life to help combat anxiety. The weekend was the first time she had ever been away anywhere herself and she benefited greatly. Yoga and prioritising herself are now firmly part of her life. 🕉️

My clients husband was so touched by the story that he now wants to donate a place on the retreat annually. What a generous gift and beautiful tribute to his wife. ✨💖🌈

I launched a search to find a deserving recipient and have done so through a Konect Magazine appeal. Thank you Konect. Konect Magazines

The whole process has touched my heart and I have therefore donated a block of 10 classes to a second person worthy of recognition for her contributions to others.

Attached are photos of the retreat that Linda loved so much, several of her in attendance at Lendrick Lodge and also one of her that made me smile greatly.

02/11/2025

Hi, Sandra @ Healing Willow here 🙋‍♀️
I’m bringing the monthly Sunday Self Care Club to the studio, beginning 7th December. I hope to see your there!....Please read on to learn more the 1st session........

💝SELF CARE SUNDAY CLUB💝
Winters on it’s way, it’s definetely the season to show ourselves some extra love 💝
What ever Self Care Looks like for YOU, these monthly sessions will help you make yourself the Number 1 Priority.

These sessions are going to be super relaxed, focusing on YOUR WELLBEING. And will create an opportunity to recharge and reconnect.

I will create a SUPPORTIVE SPACE, where you can engage in self care activities, that give you a sense of PURPOSE & SELF GROWTH.

Each month will have a different Intention, and through the months and changing season will involve - Crystals, Aromatherapy, Meditation, Gentle Movement, Breathwork, Vibrational Healing, Chakra/Energy Healing, Journalling, to name but a few.......

Our very first session will help you prepare for the fresh start a New Year Brings. By encouraging you to DREAM BIG, helping you MANIFEST what you want to bring into 2026.

Through Gifting yourself Rituals that will Create Moments of Self Connection, enabling you to Ground & Focus. On December 7th you can Expect.....
Manifesting, Third Eye Meditations & Colour Breathing, Journalling, Cacao & Sweet Treats.

1st Sunday of the Month Sessions are held Choose You - yoga studio and wellness hub 2-4pm @ £25 each.
There will be 10 memberships available to sign up to @ £20 per month, The Self Care Club Membership will also give you 20% Discount on any other Healing Willow Treatments, Events & Sound Baths.
Please message me direct through Healing Willow page or call/Whatsapp on 07751316663 🙏 Sandra

-Care

31/10/2025

How to let of a thought - Helpful Halloween edition. And this is full of helpful and practical steps, that can become easier the more you consciously practice them.

Jennifer xx

31/10/2025

Beautiful daith piecing using a crystal ring for this returning customer who loves a bit of sparkle! ✨

31/10/2025