Hello friends,

Please allow me to take this opportunity to wish all of you a very healthy and abundant New Year! As many of you are aware, in numerology, the year 2006 vibrates to the number "8" (2+0+0+6= 8 ), so we are in for a year of expansion! This number means a year of strength and fortitude and for building things with vision…sounds like that is a perfect match for what Soul Spa will be doing this year! If you have not visited our new location, I encourage you to do so to kick-start your new year. All of us here are marveling at how far we have come in such a short time and our vision for Soul Spa is ever expanding!

With the launch of our revolutionary "Spiritual Makeover" Program, we are looking forward to assisting our clients and friends with a completely holistic approach to your entire life, from addressing the organization of your home, to assessing your nutritional & fitness needs while offering you personal coaching to help you create the life you really want and deserve!

Together with our newly established semi-private Yoga classes and our mission to offer the best quality holistic services and workshops, we know that you will continue to enjoy the intimate and homey atmosphere that our clients have come to love! As many people say, we are the best kept secret in Thornhill…. But not for long! I hope you enjoy the newsletter and feel free to let us know your feedback at any time. More information is to come on Valentine's promotions, so look for our next newsletter in two weeks time. It is our pleasure to serve you!

Create a great year!
Tracy Burger - Founder & Director

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Applied Wisdom Newsletter Issue 1 - Change

"You must be the change you wish to see in the world."
- Theodore Roosevelt

Welcome to the first issue of Soul Spa's "Applied Wisdom" newsletter. Our desire for this newsletter is to inspire thought and change through quotes and exercises but with a little internet twist. We also give you the option to email us back your exercise response. This will of course remain private, but will give you the added incentive of knowing that someone is following your progress. This is also beneficial for us since we can adapt the next newsletter dependent upon your response. So let's begin.

So many people are unhappy with the way things presently are. But rather than change themselves, they attempt to change the externals such as their partners, jobs or children's behaviour. So what should they do and what's wrong with changing these externals if they don't seem to fit?

In order to attract new positive, beneficial change, it is necessary that we ourselves reflect that change. Have you ever noticed how some people seem to have everything go their way? Is it because they are luckier than us? No, it is because they are better creators than us. They know what they want, and through their strong desires, the universe provides. It is their positive vibrations and sense of knowing that the universe always gives them what they want, is why they get what they want.

So if you are not focusing on what you want, you will get what you don't want. Which is why if you don't want to end up with the same job or relationship, change your thoughts!

Written Exercise

Identify 3 things in your life that you are not satisfied with presently and exactly what it is that makes you unsatisfied.

Now, how would like to see them? Re-write these 3 things in the way you would like them to be.

Thought Exercise

For the week, pay close attention to these 3 challenges. Each time you catch yourself thinking negative, non-beneficial thoughts about any of the 3 things, immediately think of what you would like instead or something you do like about it.

Yoga Classes
Soul Spa Studio offers a very unique approach to yoga in an intimate setting. With only a maximum of 5 students in our classes, our yoga instructors are available to meet your own personal needs.
 

Adult Yoga - Hatha - w/Rishma
Hatha Yoga (Ha means Sun, Tha means Moon) is an excellent vehicle for exercising, stretching, & freeing the body. It can be a healthy, long lived & vital instrument of the mind and soul. The calm mind focuses awareness at the ajna center half an inch above where the eyebrows join and directs awareness to move through that center into a super-conscious state.
Rishma has been immersed in the healing arts for over a decade. Traveling to India in the early 90's she discovered the practices of Yoga and the practices of Buddhism, both of which are to this day, daily practices that make up the foundation of her teaching.
Rishma considers Yoga the greatest blessing a person can give to themselves. " Yoga nourishes the body, mind, and soul, giving it's practitioner serenity instead of stress, and a lofty inner power. Confidence increases and fear dissolves through yoga, inviting a heightened experience of self, inner peace, health and well being". You will become stronger, more grounded, refreshed and full of life force each class- that's a promise!
Mondays & Wednesdays

Adult Yoga - Hatha - w/Rishma
This class combines movement & Asana techniques to lengthen the muscles & tone the body, providing stimulation of the major joints & release of body tension.
An energizing mind/body experience!
Thursdays (evening) & Saturdays (morning)

Adult Yoga - Hatha - w/Geoff Soloway
All levels of practice are welcome as we will move through the classical yoga asanas. This is an amazing opportunity to make a commitment to bringing union into your life. Enjoy our small size classes. Our instructors will be assisting your movement and paying close attention to you.
Mondays

Adult Yoga - Kripalu w/Sandra

Kripalu Yoga is an interplay of body, mind and energy. Every act of the body is accompanied and strongly influenced by mental and emotional conditions, the awareness of which forms the more subtle aspect of the practice that includes physical postures, breathing techniques, deep relaxation and meditation.
When the flow of energy in the body is blocked due to mental and emotional conditions, it can create stress or disease within. This type of yoga focuses on creating balance within. Also it helps to tap into your inner knowing rather than being dependent upon guidance from external authorities.
Thursdays

Senior Yoga - w/Rhoda
You are invited to Rhoda's Relaxation Repose - Gentle yoga for young seniors!!!
Need to relax? Need to de-stress? Join us for a gentle yoga class & experience tangible benefits that may be attained through breathing, relaxation & stretching techniques that will free your mind, body & spirit.
Rhoda is a senior herself and has been practicing yoga since 1966. She has emigrated 13 yrs years ago from South Africa and had enormous challenges that she had to face, including health problems with severe arthritis. The path of yoga has helped her to remain mobile & active despite all her physical challenges. She has been teaching seniors since she has arrived to Canada.
She incorporates a brief inspirational reading to uplift, motivate & inspire - to get to that "feel good feeling" easily.
Tuesdays

Adult Yoga - Hatha - w/Anna
Breathe, Release & Relax
Anna's teaching style is very gentle yet physical. It is a pure uncomplicated style of Hatha yoga, releasing into the postures that flow with the rhythm of the breath, encouraging improvements in flexibility & stress relief. All participants, regardless of ability, enjoy & benefit from their experience.
Fridays

Youth Yoga - w/Geoff Soloway
This class will be an introduction for youth (age 13-17yrs) interested to learn hatha yoga. No experience is necessary, as the class will go through the basic postures of hatha yoga, breathing, and practices of focus and relaxation. Come explore your body and your self in a fun and safe environment.
Mondays - after school

Kids Yoga - w/Rishma
An introduction to the basics of Yoga in a non-competitive environment, including stretching, belly breathing & relaxation.
Kids have FUN learning different animal & nature poses like Dog pose, Butterfly, Tree, Turtle, Triangle, Snake & Warrior pose, while developing inner awareness, confidence & enhanced concentration. Yoga harmonizes the body & mind & encourages healthy & strong immune systems.
Kids who do Yoga develop a positive outlook on life & learn how to feel good about themselves & the world around them.
Wednesdays - after school

Pre-natal Yoga - w/Rishma
Pre- Natal Yoga prepares woman physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally for childbirth. Yoga at all stages of pregnancy increases strength, stamina & flexibility while improving relaxation & reducing fatigue, & stress.
Pre-Natal will help to alleviate back pain, constipation, swelling, sleeplessness, anxiety & depression.
Please inquire about starting dates

Family Yoga - Coming soon
Saturdays

For class availability, please visit our calendar of events:

Soul Spa Workshops

Belly Dancing w/Andrea
Experience freedom and beauty through the Ancient Art of Belly dancing.
Great Exercise! Increases flexibility, tones muscles and lots of fun for Women of all ages.
Tuesdays - Day &
Thursdays - Night classes

Living My Dreams - Women'sHealing Circle w/Sheila
Providing a safe, supportive circle of friends to share thoughts, ideas and concerns while focusing on the promotion of self-empowerment and conscious life choices. Participants will be encouraged to engage in an authentic exchange within our group.
Agenda will include: Creating SMART goals, Constructing your "Life Map", Surrendering and Failure, Understanding what's getting in your way, Brainstorm & Realizations, On-going support & encouragement
Tuesdays

In This Issue:

Indigo Movie - Evolution

Showtimes:
Saturday,
January 28th, 2006
1 pm, 4 pm & 7 pm
Sunday,
January 29th
2 pm
Location:
Soul Spa Studio

Space is limited!
Reserve your seat now!
Advance Admission: $12
At the door $15 - if space is still available!
Please inquire by phone or email.

Remember that we have gift certificates available for every occasions.

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