shoulder blades, my mind starts to take over, manipulating my body with emotions of anger and frustration. I want to snap and throw myself onto the floor like a five-year-old in a tempertantrum. I want to pour myself into the corner and sulk for the rest of class. But then, I’m gently reminded of my breath. I listen. I begin to breathe out my emotions and my body settles into the pose. When the signal comes to change positions I feel amazing – lighter, my shoulders feel better than ever; my whole body sings. It is often said that what we experience on the mat prepares to handle life and it’s unpleasant situations off of the mat. In life we sometimes find ourselves in tight spots where we feel vulnerable and uncomfortable; we feel anger and fear. And sometimes we feel like giving up. When we learn to breathe in yoga, we are essentially practicing to breathe in the real world. Breathing is an incredible tool that helps us release nagging thoughts and doubt, it helps us to be calm and present in all situations. We can’t run
around avoiding the tough things in life, after all it is discomfort and dis-ease that coaxes us to change and makes us grow. So, stick with it. And breathe. ~Randelle Challenge yourself! Under the Yoga Tree is hosting its next 30-Day Yoga Challenge May 22nd to June 20th. Contact the studio for more information. Next 4-Week Beginner Yoga Program, May 8th – 31st, Tues & Thurs @ 5:45pm $135 Under the Yoga Tree offers and extensive yoga schedule for all levels, with public classes offered 7 days a week. For and up-to-date schedule visit www. undertheyogatree.ca Private and Corporate sessions available. Contact Randelle Lusk, E-RYT 200 for more information: 250.263.5828 | randelle@undertheyogatree.ca
The only commercial coffee roaster in the North Peace makes a big splash. At Patch Java Coffee House we feel so good about what we do, we did it again! Come join us at our second location in the North Peace Leisure Pool. We still offer our same fresh, locally roasted coffee, smoothies, ice cream ice capps, and various other beverages!
10430 100th Street SUMMER HOURS: Mon - Fri: 6am - 6pm Sat: 8am - 4pm Sun: 10am - 4pm
250 261 6648 Now at the North Peace Leisure Pool Mon - Fri: 10am - 10pm Sat: 9am - 9pm Sun: 1pm - 5pm
We are also offering our sensational panini sandwiches, fresh daily soups, and delectable goodies that you have all come to love. One Last thing. We are open late all week at Patch Java II at the Leisure Pool. 10:00am to 10:00pm Weekdays, 9:00am to 9:00pm Saturday, and 1:00-5:00pm Sunday! Come take a dip and enjoy a fast, fresh lunch today! Follow us on Twitter/PatchJava or Facebook for our daily lunch specials at both locations!
Devon Wigglesworth Owner, Patch Java