YogaGently

10/01/2024

Are you ready to Embrace the New Year with a fresh perspective?

Do you notice yourself repeating patterns and having limiting beliefs that keep you stuck or immobilized?

This is your chance to reorganize and repattern yourself.

YogaGently is offering a 5 week course starting January 12th

9am (Pacific Time) where we will explore the roots of yoga, starting with the 1st aspect of yoga according to Patanjali (The Yamas) and a brilliant book by Don Miguel Ruiz called The Four Agreements.

Over the course of 5 weeks, we will go through what the roots of yoga and The Four Agreements have in common and how we can implement tools in a day to day way to make real, long-lasting transformation in life.

Join us.
Let's explore all new perspectives for a transformative 2024!

Register here: https://www.yogagently.com/embrace-the-new-year0

12/09/2023

Thanks to Reese Golchin for the invite to be interviewed on his Flip It On Its Head Podcast.

In it, I share the challenges I've experienced in the journey of navigating the world with blindness.

Hope you'll enjoy the listen!

Find it on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you listen to podcasts:

https://open.spotify.com/show/46ffX0SOdovwjsMggsmB7N?si=4HW1uFqMTKiZLkrOda4C1Q&dd=1&nd=1

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disability-advocate-yoga-therapist-sonya-chapnick/id1677622067?i=1000626457137

14/08/2023

Happy Global Yoga Therapy Day 2023!

It's an honor to be included in the yoga therapy film Deanna Schultz of D&G Productions worked so hard to create.

Customized to fit your health needs, how a whole-person approach to wellness can help you ✨ Please join me in watching feature documentary YOGA THERAPY FOR LIFE on this global yoga therapy day by clicking on this link:
https://vimeo.com/ondemand/yogatherapyforlife

Shop Our Film Merchandise at https://dgdocmerch.com Award-winning documentary filmmaker Deanna Schultz directed and produced this feature documentary. Follow…

15/02/2023

Winter is a season of recovery and preparation
Paul Theroux

As the winter season continues, let us not forget the close connection we have with nature. While society may push us to be productive and active during this time, it is also a time for reflection, restoration, and gentle self-care.

Let us take a step back and inwardly cultivate ourselves, preparing for the new growth and renewal of spring which is still about six weeks away.

Remember, winter is a season of recovery and preparation for the blossoming that lies ahead."

Join us on Thursday via zoom,
3:00 pm – 4:15 pm pacific
Register@santamonicayoga
YogaGently.com

Can’t make it in time to meet with us online? The recording will be available to participate at the time of your choice.

05/12/2022

Happy World Soil Day! Today is all about celebrating the amazing dirt under our feet. After all, it's responsible for growing our food and keeping us healthy.

Here are some fun facts about soil to get you in the spirit:

1. Healthy soil helps promote the health of our planet.

2. Soil is a vital part of the ecosystem, providing nutrients for plants and acting as a filter for water.

3. Soil is a renewable resource, which means we can replenish it by taking good care of it.

4. Soil erosion is a major environmental problem, so it's important to take steps to protect it.

5. Healthy soil is essential for growing healthy plants, which in turn helps to promote human health and well-being.

Want to understand the importance of soil in our lives? You should watch the movie titled ‘Kiss The Ground’.

Go outside and enjoy the fresh air today! And don't forget to thank the soil for all that it does for us. :)

01/12/2022

The end of the year is quickly approaching! As we head into December, it's a good time to take a step back and reflect on all the amazing things that have happened.

It's always exciting to see the year progressing and to think about all the possibilities that the new year will bring. But before we can fully focus on what's ahead, it's important to take a moment to appreciate where we are right now.

As I Pause, Breathe and reflect upon the past year my heart is filled with gratitude for my Community, relationships, and all made possible with the scaffolding of yogathérapy. Please remember to take moments to celebrate what gifts surround you and become the foundation of what is yet to be.

28/11/2022

Do you want to work as a yoga therapist?
Do you want to learn more about yoga therapy?

I am thrilled to inform you of the upcoming online yoga therapy training program. This will be a completely online experience.

The program begins with a welcome/meet and greet on December 17, and classes begin on January 4, 2023, meeting every Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. Pacific.

This is one of the most in-depth programs I've ever taken, and it provides a solid framework and foundation for becoming a skilled yoga therapist. In addition to learning the fundamentals of Yogathérapy, there is the added benefit of learning alongside an incredible group of diverse students!

If you'd like to join us on this incredible journey, please visit www.OptimalStateApp.com for more information.

24/11/2022

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Today is a day to come together and give thanks for all the wonderful things we have in our lives.

Gratitude is a powerful emotion that can change our lives for the better. When we appreciate the good things we have, we become more positive and content. This is a key ingredient to happiness and success.

So this Thanksgiving, take time to reflect on all the things you're grateful for. Whether it's your health, your family, your friends, or simply the roof over your head, be thankful for all you've been given.

Wishing you all a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!

23/11/2022

“Change is not a direct or even an indirect consequence of yoga or any other practice. We cannot depend on it. What we can count on gaining from our practice is a quieter mind—somehow the heaviness and jumpiness vanish.”
— TKS Desikachar

The real work happens when we take what we learn on our mats and apply it to the rest of our lives. That's where the real magic happens. It's when we're able to bring more peace and balance into our relationships, our work, and every other aspect of our lives.

Join us on Thursday via zoom,
3:00 pm – 4:15 pm pacific
Register@santamonicayoga
YogaGently.com

Can’t make it in time to meet with us online? The recording will be available to participate at the time of your choice.

22/11/2022

Are you interested in becoming a Yoga Therapist?⁣
Want to know more about yoga therapy?⁣
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I am excited to let you know about the upcoming online yoga therapy training program. This will be a 100% online experience.⁣
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The program begins with a welcome/meet & greet on 12/17 and the coursework begins January 4, 2023, and meets every Wednesday 4–6:00 p.m. Pacific.⁣
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This is one of the most comprehensive programs I’ve ever taken and gives a solid framework and foundation for becoming a skilled yoga therapist. In addition to learning all the essentials of Yoga thérapy, there is the added bonus of being in the learning process with an incredible group of diverse students!⁣
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If you or someone you know is interested in this program, please visit www.OptimalStateApp.com or contact Krishna@TheOptimalState.com for more information on the program for more information. We look forward to seeing you there!⁣
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Some resources to help you get started⁣
Free eBook at www.GoldZoneBook.com⁣
Free mobile App at www.OptimalStateApp.com⁣
Podcast: The Yoga Therapy Hour on all major platforms and YouTube

21/11/2022

Happy World Hello Day, a day dedicated to peace and global communication. It's a day to reach out to someone you don't know and say hello. Why? Because hello is the beginning of communication, and communication is the beginning of peace.

Make it a point to say hello to someone new. Pause and slow down to appreciate many moments of connection whether it’s at the grocery Store, in the workplace, or when traveling – meaningful human connections go a long way. You might be surprised at how rewarding it can be!

Create a new habit starting today, Say hello to the world!