Yoga for The Mind (and body) - Slow Flow

Service Description

Yoga for The Mind (and body) - A Slow Flow Dates: Fridays Time: 5:30-6:30pm Instructor Facilitator: Elaine Gallas, Somatic Psychotherapist, RYT, Director of PRANA Yoga Studio Class Description: Yoga for The Mind (and body) a Slow Flow - Join Elaine for this slow, mindful flow designed to bring harmony to both the mind and body. Through gentle, intentional movement, breath awareness, and somatic practices, you’ll be guided into deeper connection with yourself. The practice emphasizes slowing down, listening inward, and cultivating presence. Alongside physical postures, you’ll be invited to awaken your inner compassionate witness—the part of you that can observe thoughts, feelings, and sensations with kindness rather than judgment. These practices support not only the body, but also the mind, helping ease patterns of overthinking, rumination, and self-criticism while fostering clarity, acceptance, and calm. Who is this for: This class is for anyone seeking: • A mindful approach to yoga that nurtures both mental and physical well-being. • Tools to reduce stress, calm racing thoughts, or ease tension in the body. • Gentle, accessible movement paired with breathwork and guided awareness. • Support in shifting out of cycles of overthinking or mental overwhelm. • A welcoming space to practice non-judgment and self-acceptance—whether you’re new to yoga or experienced. Therapeutic benefits include: ~Nervous System Regulation to help your body shift out of stress responses and into a state of calm and safety. ~Mind-Body Connection blending gentle movements with mindful awareness for clarity and presence. ~Awakening the Compassionate Witness to notice your inner experience with curiosity, compassion, and non-judgment, loosening the grip of overthinking and bring more peace of mind. ~Vagal Toning of your vagus nerve, communication highway between your brain and body that helps regulate stress, digestion, and emotional balance. ~Relief from Mental Overload with practices to reduce stress, soften anxious loops of thought, and ease symptoms connected to rumination, overwhelm, or mental fatigue. ~Stress Relief - leave feeling more centered Understand more about Therapeutic Yoga and Polyvagal Theory: https://drarielleschwartz.com/therapeutic-yoga-for-trauma-recovery-book-dr-arielle-schwartz/ Newtown Wellness Collective practices body awareness & mindful movement, encouraging students to meet themselves where they are, with compassion and loving acceptance.