Summer Reflections 2017

After almost three weeks vacationing in northern BC, and Haida Gwaii, I am slowly finding my way back to work. A combination of camping and hotels made the journey more than comfortable as we dodged the rain and smokey skies from the fires burning in BC. Our destination was Sgang Gwaay, a village site of […]

Does why you Start Meditating Matter?

The reason you begin to meditate is an important one. Some people start meditating because they want a natural approach to reduce anxiety and stress. Others find they gradually start meditating after taking yoga classes. Some are referred by a doctor or health care provider. A number are inspired by a teacher or leader who […]

Release for Peace

“Nothing can bring you PEACE but yourself” PEACE is the vast stillness extending to the universe and exists within each of us. By turning inwards, you focus on yourself as a peaceful spirit in a human body, and release for peace. Come to OM – ongoing meditation this week to nourish inner peace and peace on earth. […]

Can you let go of stress?

Imagine letting go of attachments, expectations, worry, stress and the painful memories of the past…. Ongoing Meditation & Yoga classes this week at Veracis honour the parts of ourselves that are ready to let go within an uplifting, optimistic space. Join us in opening the heart to create compassion, light, laughter and love. OMYO ONE PASS – […]

Finding Stillness in Yin Yoga

by Tom Schroeder Holding poses for up to five minutes and sometimes longer is one of the unique features of Yin Yoga. Many students new to Yin can be intimidated by the long poses and wonder, “What do I do for 5 minutes while holding these poses?” Frequent experiences of yin yoga students include impatience, […]

NEW – SCENTS OF MEANING

Aromatherapy Bracelets & Necklaces You’ll fall in love with these fashionable & meaningful necklaces and bracelets. Add a few drops of your favourite essential oils and enjoy aromatic healing benefits throughout the day! The essences you use can be soothing, calming, relaxing or revitalizing. Pick an essential oil blend like Clarity, Joy, Reflect or Happiness. Personal Shopping only. […]

Innocence Rocks!

Have you ever said or done something that landed in a way that made someone unhappy or disgruntled? Did you feel a pang of guilt? Your innocence is your protection! Bring your awareness back to your innocence. Guilt has a way of taking us away from the raw blissful experience of innocence. It can be […]

You have the Right to be Happy

When your inner landscape is calm then you are ready for anything! But when do you slip out of calm into frustration or irritation? Is it when you are running late and get a slow driver? Or maybe by the time you get home you’re tired and find yourself easily triggered by loved ones. It […]

Why I Like Yin Yoga

by Tom Schroeder. Yoga studios everywhere these days are offering many opportunities to attend yoga classes: hot yoga, vinyasa, hatha, gentle hatha, yin yoga, to name a few. How do we choose the kinds of classes that best suit our individual needs, along with our own personal limitations? Yoga is often marketed in such a […]

Ready for Loving Kindness?

This week we celebrate Loving Kindness at all our meditation and yoga classes. Loving Kindness is caring and connecting without any attachment to a specific outcome. It is the art of giving and receiving with an open heart and mind. Learning to understand how to practice loving kindness requires letting go of expectations and attachments. Imagine how […]