Join our special session, "Mindful Resilience for the Holidays," and discover how to navigate the festive season with greater ease and joy. In this 45-minute class, Deb will guide you through mindfulness practices tailored for the holiday season's unique challenges. Learn to balance the joy and stress, connection and loneliness, activity and exhaustion that often come with this time of year. This class offers practical tools for mindful breathing, observation, and gratitude, helping you manage expectations and emotional triggers. Embrace the holidays with a newfound sense of calm and resilience, making space for self-care and meaningful connections. Perfect for anyone looking to experience the holiday season with more presence and peace.

Time Listed is (CST) Central Time Zone (Chicago). See https://timezoneconversion.org to convert to your Time Zone.

Mondays 8:30 PM EST
Suggested $15 drop in or a try free class.
Contact Rachael: rachael@restoringblissyoga.com

This 30-minute class varies each week as we explore different paths to meditation. This helps you to learn what mthods work best for you. You will learn to relieve stress and anxiety with mindfulness, guided visualizations, heart and chakra based practices, mantras, breathwork, relaxation, and guided rest (aka yoga nidra).
Class meditations are recording for the Library.

You can see the upcoming class themes and practices on my social media or in the weekly newsletter.

Descriptions of Types of Meditation
https://debphelps.com/descriptions-of-classes/
Fee: $5 or Membership

Time Listed is (CST) Central Time Zone (Chicago). See https://timezoneconversion.org to convert to your Time Zone.

As every year we are getting ready for the season with an mix of slow flow and stretching , yoga dance and
ending in a relaxing 15 min Nidra .
while listening to some of our favorite christmas tunes !

This Yoga class is a sweet and gentle blend of Yoga Styles ending in a 10 to 15 min relaxing and restoring Yoga Nidra and designed for the ones among us with busy and active lifestyles especially if you have been feeling a little tense or pressed for time.
In the first part of the class, we are starting down on our mats, holding poses for slightly longer periods of time, targeting the connective tissues of the body to help release deeply stored tension. It is often experienced as deeply meditative, as it invites the practitioner to completely release and let go.
From there we will be moving slowly up with a breath-based gentle Vinyasa flow to build mind/ body strength and flexibility, challenging balance and concentration, and harnessing that energy to promote inner stillness and peace.
At the end of the class of about 50 min there is a choice to quietly leave after a short savasana or stay for a brief 10 to 15 min Yoga Nidra , which is the practice of yogic sleep , a guided meditation technique, which utilizes various practices of body, breath, mind, energy & spirit to draw individuals into deeper and subtler states of being where total relaxation and peace and profound healing becomes available. A nourishing and grounding practice, that does not require any extra preparation or knowledge, Nidra is the perfect way to round out your practice and return to your busy life peaceful, rejuvenated and restored.
This class is suitable for anybody basic fitness level and up, who does not have any contraindication to exercise or practice yoga. Throughout the class suggestions for modifications will be provided for you to meet your body where it is at in the present time.
Please bring a mat and a blanket / towel and a water bottle and any props you might have (Blocks / bolsters, to support your practice when called for.



Sabine Lang RYT 500 has been practicing yoga, meditation for many years, but really started her Karma Yoga teaching practice during Covid. Her main training is in Vinyasa and Gentle Flow based Yoga as well as Mediation and Yoga Nidra and Autogenic Training.

Contact Sabine: sabineflang@gmail.com

Guided Meditation
Contact Rachael: rachael@restoringblissyoga.com

Embark on a journey of inner tranquility and mindfulness with our weekly class, "Mindful Path." Inspired by the profound teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, this guided meditation series invites you to explore the depths of mindfulness, compassion, and peace. Each session is a step towards cultivating a deeper connection with the present moment, guided by the gentle wisdom of one of the most revered mindfulness masters.

What to Expect:

Immersive Readings: Experience the transformative power of Thich Nhat Hanh's words, as we begin each class with selected readings from his influential works.

Guided Meditation Practice: Delve into carefully crafted meditations, designed to help you nurture a state of calmness, awareness, and self-compassion.

Mindful Reflections: Engage in thoughtful discussions and reflections, deepening your understanding and application of mindfulness in daily life.
Peaceful Community: Join a supportive community of like-minded individuals on a shared path to inner peace and mindfulness.

Suitable For: All levels, from beginners curious about meditation to seasoned practitioners seeking to enrich their practice with Thich Nhat Hanh's teachings.

Duration: 30 minutes per session

Join Us: Every Tuesday, in our serene space, designed to transport you away from the hustle of daily life and into a realm of peaceful introspection.

Fee: Pay What You Can

Time Listed is (CST) Central Time Zone (Chicago). See https://timezoneconversion.org to convert to your Time Zone.

Join us for our offering of Vipassana or “Insight” Meditation. This practice emphasizes mindful attention to the breath, physical sensations, thoughts, and even emotions, to develop a loving awareness of one’s life experience. Loving-Kindness, Compassion, Joy and Equanimity practices are at times added to the meditation. It varies each session.

Fee: $5 or Membership

Time Listed is (CST) Central Time Zone (Chicago). See https://timezoneconversion.org to convert to your Time Zone.

Contact Kaitlin: yogawarrior35@gmail.com

Yin Yoga and Restorative Yoga hybrid
Wednesdays 7:30 PM EST
Suggested $15 drop in or a try free class.
Contact Rachael: rachael@restoringblissyoga.com

Contact Kaitlin: yogawarrior35@gmail.com

"Meditative Mosaic" is your weekly retreat for replenishment and calm, where you can explore a rich tapestry of meditation practices. Each session offers a unique path to inner peace, whether through the focused attention of mindfulness, the deep relaxation of yoga Nidra, or the creative journey of guided visualization. This class is inclusive, catering to all levels of experience, from beginners seeking a serene introduction to seasoned practitioners looking to deepen their practice.

Discover the meditation technique that resonates most with you and weave your own pattern of peace and relaxation under the compassionate guidance of Deb Phelps. Join us on this transformative journey towards inner peace and self-love.

Fee: $5 or Membership

Time Listed is (CST) Central Time Zone (Chicago). See https://timezoneconversion.org to convert to your Time Zone.

Contact Kaitlin: yogawarrior35@gmail.com

Relax and Restore
Contact Dawn: dheywood72@gmail.com

Contact Kaitlin: yogawarrior35@gmail.com

Join us for our offering of Vipassana or “Insight” Meditation. This practice emphasizes mindful attention to the breath, physical sensations, thoughts, and even emotions, to develop a loving awareness of one’s life experience. Loving-Kindness, Compassion, Joy and Equanimity practices are at times added to the meditation. It varies each session.
Fee: $5 or Membership

Time Listed is (CST) Central Time Zone (Chicago). See https://timezoneconversion.org to convert to your Time Zone.

**NOTE: For 12/22/23, Deb will be unable to meet with the group but the group is still welcome to meet.

Our book for Fall 2023 is "Sacred Instructions: Indigenous Wisdom for Living Spirit-Based Change " by Sherri Mitchell

Meets 2nd and 4th Fridays
Our goal for the Mindful Book Group is to embrace mindfulness practices in all areas of our lives. All the books that are chosen for our group are either from teachers of mindfulness or otherwise rooted in mindfulness practices.

Fee: By Donation or Monthly Membership
You will receive an email after the class that will indicate you can pay what you like.

More information at the Mindful Book Group website, see link below.

Chair Zen

'Chair Zen,' a blend of chair yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness techniques tailored for busy professionals like you. No need to change outfits or find a yoga studio. Just a few minutes, your chair, and my guidance can transform your day. Let's bring some calm to your chaos.

Contact Dawn: dheywood72@gmail.com

This Yoga class is a sweet and gentle blend of Yoga Styles ending and designed for the ones among us with busy and active lifestyles especially if you have been feeling a little tense or pressed for time. We are warming up slowly and working through a brief one breath one movement flow to get you ready for the weekend, perfect for a busy lifestyle.

This class is suitable for anybody basic fitness level and up, who does not have any contraindication to exercise or practice yoga. Throughout the class suggestions for modifications will be provided for you to meet your body where it is at in the present time.

Please bring a mat and a blanket / towel and a water bottle and any props you might have (Blocks / bolsters, to support your practice when called for.

Sabine Lang RYT 500 has been practicing yoga, meditation for many years, but really started her Karma Yoga teaching practice during Covid. Her main training is in Vinyasa and Gentle Flow based Yoga as well as Mediation and Yoga Nidra and Autogenic Training.

Contact Sabine: sabineflang@gmail.com