Spring into Love

It's hard to believe that we are already 3 months into the year.  For those of you who have been able to keep your resolution for a healthier 2016, I commend you.  For those who have not, no worries I have some solutions for you.  Check out what's happening this month at Temple Yoga & Wellness Center.  

Temple Yoga Detox-Spring March 11th-April 1st

Ready to Spring clean inside and out? If so, our Temple Yoga Detox is here for you. The program includes 21-Days of meals tailored towards liver detoxification. Detoxing helps with improve energy, helps facilitate weight loss and cleanses the body. In addition, you will have access to 3-5 yoga classes per week for the 21 days. You can schedule classes based on your availability. For more info email ilovemytemple@gmail.com

Fly Yoga Trip June 24th -27th

We are taking a Fly Yoga trip to Puerto Rico. The trip will take place June 24th-June 27th and will include meals (breakfast and dinner), daily yoga on the beach, nearby attractions and more. Please follow the link for more details. Deposits are nonrefundable. Payments support your meals and lodging cost. Flights to San Juan, Puerto Rico are not included. Deposits are due March 15th. Remaining balance is due by May 15th. Group flight discounts will be available out of Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. Fly Yoga trips are open to all fitness levels.

Karma Yoga- Kate's Club

Each year, I like to raise money and awareness for a cause. This year my choice is one that is very close to my heart. Many years ago, my children's father passed away. Through the years of coping and growing from this tragedy my children and me joined Kate's Club. This is a grief organization for children who've lost a parent or a sibling. Kate's Club is a huge part of the reason that my family was able to move beyond simply survival and start thriving again. My kids have been able to find a language for their grief and build lasting friendships. Kate's Club offers various forms of therapy (music, animal, art) and well as great field trips and outings. The most transformative event for my family has been the yearly summer camp.  If you would like to help simply visit my website or attend an upcoming Free Karma Yoga class. If you would like more information please visit www.katesclub.org. You can also donate directly through their website.

Peachtree Road Race Registration March 15th-22nd

Join "I Love My Temple" group for this year's Peachtree Road Race. I would love to have you on my team! Registration will open on March 15th. The race takes place July 4th.  Search for the group name and complete your registration. You will be notified if our team gets selected. Visit http://www.ajc.com/s/peachtree/#race-info to complete your registration.

Coming Soon!

Artistic Wellness Painting Event - April 16th 3pm-5pm

Artistic Wellness is all about finding your creative expression. Next month, I will host a painting and wine event with an amazing resident artist. There will be yoga, meditation, painting instruction and refreshments. Check the website for registration.

Yoga Boot Camp -Coming in April

Ok, it’s a few months into the New Year and we resolve to try to get in shape or just improve our overall health! Try Yoga Boot Camp! Yoga Boot Camp is a full-body workout that combines the popular boot camp concept with the flow of yoga. Perfect for anyone wanting to improve strength and toning, lose weight, improve breathing and circulation or just improve their overall health. What makes Yoga Boot Camp different is you will not only get the strength and cardio training necessary but you will also get balance training and nutritional guidance. Check the website for registration.

Summer Love Bug

Lemongrass in my garden with a ladybug friend

It's Summer already!  2015 is going quickly!  We are already more than halfway through the year.   As we get ready to take on more activities and get our "Fun in the Sun" on remember that yoga is a great way to get your body, mind and spirit ready for all the hot summer days and nights. 

Temple To-Go

Temple Yoga and Wellness is going interactive.  Many of my clients have busy schedules so we connect for class, wellness and nutritional counseling virtually.  All you need is a webcam and you can join me for a one-on-one session for yoga, nutritional counseling or wellness coaching.  You can get pay per class, select month-to-month plans or purchase quarterly plans that will get you in the habit of focusing on your health and wellness goals.

The benefits of Temple To-Go are:

  -Custom yoga just for your body type & fitness level

  -Custom meal plans that work with your health goals

  -One-on-one counseling to help you reach your health and wellness goals

  -No need to travel to class

Visit www.ilovemytemple.com or email ilovemytemple@gmail.com to get your FREE consultation and start building your wellness plan. Sign up for your personalized yoga and wellness program on www.ilovemytemple.com.  

Yoga for Weight Loss 

Yoga for Weight Loss is a great program to kickstart your weight loss goals.  This program is near and dear to me because often times weight control is a reflection of all the things that we experience in our lives.  So many times we are working on every other part of our lives and we put ourselves last.  The thought is that we can always come back to our own health whenever we want ignoring our needs to really nurture ourselves.  Yoga for Weight Loss is designed to put your health needs front and center so that you can be your best self in your life.  You will learn how to eat and move to stimulate your weight loss goal.   Payment plans are available because I never want finances to be a barrier to reaching your health goals.  Join me for Yoga for Weight Loss and learn how to reveal your best self. Visit the website to sign up.  

Yoga at iwifresh Garden Day Spa

Summer Yoga is back at iwifresh Garden Day Spa.  I have had requests to come back into the city for a class.  Therefore, every Tuesday at 6:30pm yoga class is back on!  

Wellness Coaching 

Wellness Coaching is available for anyone looking to improve their nutritional health and/or yoga and fitness goals.  

Private Groups 

Are you a member of group that would like to try yoga classes?  Email ilovemytemple@gmail.com to book your group today.  

Shop Temple Yoga & Wellness 

Temple Body, Mind, Spirit Tees and gift cards are still on sale.  Gift cards make great gifts on so do these awesome tees.  Get yours at www.ilovemytemple.com and share your #templelove. 

April Love Showers

It's Spring!  This is one of my favorite times of year.  The longer days allow me to do two of my favorite things: garden and help my clients reach their health and wellness goals.  Something about the hint of summer makes people more open to reach their goals.  So, of course I am here to help.  My goal is always to use my knowledge and my passion for service for those who want to live healthier lives and thrive.

Yoga for Weight Loss
Yoga for Weight Loss is a great program to kickstart your weight loss goals.  This program is near and dear to me because often times weight control is a reflection of all the things that we experience in our lives.  So many times we are working on every other part of our lives and we put ourselves last.  The thought is that we can always come back to our own health whenever we want ignoring our needs to really nurture ourselves.  Yoga for Weight Loss is designed to put your health needs front and center so that you can be your best self in your life.  You will learn how to eat and move to stimulate your weight loss goal.   Payment plans are available because I never want finances to be a barrier to reaching your health goals.  Join me for Yoga for Weight Loss and learn how to reveal your best self.

Wellness Coaching
One thing about having a yoga and wellness business is that things always happen organically.  I know there are lots of people out there doing wellness and life coaching and I am happy to see this become such a thriving business.  It speaks to the fact that many are seeking ways to be more grounded in their life's purpose or their life's work.  For me, that is what wellness coaching is all about.  It's about helping people get into the the flow of their life.  I enjoy taking the tools I have learned and sharing them with those who seek to live a more balanced way of life.  Think of it as yoga but on and off the mat.  If this sounds good to you see the wellness coaching section of www.ilovemytemple.com to sign up.

Fly Yoga Trip
We are still on for our trip to Tulum, Mexico September 10-14th.  Visit the Fly Yoga link on www.ilovemytemple.com to sign up.

Artistic Wellness
I believe that everyone has a creative gift or talent that we are here to uniquely express.  Artistic Wellness came about because I am surrounded by these wonderfully gifted creative people who were wanting to express their talents and gifts.  The challenge for many creative people is bringing their creative projects to fruition.  The workshop is designed to assist you with getting your creative process together.  Join me and I will share with you ways to bring your creative gifts to light through yoga, breathing and meditation. If you are interested in participating in this 6-week workshop please leave your information at www.ilovemytemple.com subject -Artistic Wellness.  Note:  In June, we will have a 1-Day Painting and Yoga workshop.  More information coming soon!

Power Yoga and Hot Power Yoga Classes
It's been a few months since I have taught Power Yoga due to a car accident I had in December.  I wanted to make sure I was strong enough and had to honor the healing process in my own life in order to lead this class.  Based on popular demand, I am adding Power Yoga and Hot Power Yoga back to the weekly schedule.  Visit www.ilovemytemple.com to book your class today.

Temple Tees
Temple Tees are a hot item.  Those who purchase them love to share their temple and yoga love.  "I Love My Temple" has become a mantra for me but also its something I love to share because self love and mind, body, spirit empowerment is the standard for my business.  Temple Tees are all about wearing those mantras and reminding yourself of the power of love and the power of YOU.  For me, the ability to share love means sharing it first with yourself. Visit www.ilovemytemple.com to get yours and share your #templelove

Temple TV
Throughout the years, I have met some amazing wellness practitioners.  I know the journey to being healthy and well is all about great partnerships.  Temple TV's first show, "Wellness Warriors" will highlight these wellness practitioners and their businesses.  If you are a wellness practitioner interested in participating please send me an email at ilovemytemple@gmail.com.

Awakening Your Life's Purpose
On April 24th and 25th there is a wonderful event going on called "Awakening Your Life's Purpose".  I will be there as an exhibitor on April 25th.  For more information visit http://www.atlantalifemedia.com/events

Join me this Spring to get into your flow.

Namaste.

March Gladness

Greetings,

This year started off with a bang!  So, let's roll into Spring with more mind, body and spirit love.

March Meditation Online
For the month of March, I will be offering FREE meditations online every Tuesday at 8:30pm.  Simply follow the link below to get signed up.  Meditation will take place on Google Hangout see March Meditation Online.   You simply need to have a device with a camera so you can use your smartphone, tablet or laptop to connect with the group.  Donations are requested but not required.  All proceeds go towards my Karma Yoga projects which included Susan G. Komen 3-Day or Alzheimer's Association.  If you want to donate to the cause just select an amount between $5-$10.

Temple Tees
Temple Tees are on sale now at the I Love My Temple Store.  I have men and women sizes so order your tee today at www.ilovemytemple.com

Medi Pedi
Due to the weather our February date for the Medi Pedi at Iwi Fresh Garden Day Spa was cancelled.  The new date is March 22nd.  Registration is requested but not required.  We will have 3pm, 4pm and 5pm times available for group or individual registrations.  Don't miss out on this wonderful experience of foot reflexology, pedicure and guided meditation.

Gift  Cards-Share your Temple Love 

Want to share your Temple Love with those you love?  Show your Temple LOVE by giving a gift card for yoga classes.  You can start with ANY amount above $10 or your can take advantage of our Specials (Buy a $50 card for only $40, $75 card for only $60 or a $100 card for $80).  This is a unique gift and you can purchase it online and send it via email to the person with whom you want to share your #YOGALOVE.  The card can be loaded onto their account and all they have to do is come to class.  It’s that simple.  

Karma Yoga Class
The March Karma Yoga class will be held on March 21st to kick off the Spring.  This class serves to raise money and awareness for Breast Cancer and Alzheimer's.  Check out the Karma Yoga section of the website for more details.

Artistic Wellness
We all have it. It's a flash of genius, a light bulb idea, a creative talent or breakthrough concept that will change our lives and, ultimately, humanity.  This class is designed to help you tap into your creative flow through meditation, yoga and breathing exercises.  If you are interested send me an email at ilovemytemple@gmail.com. The class will take place online so there is no need to travel.  

Class Offerings
Drop in and take a yoga class.  Temple Yoga & Wellness offers Power Yoga (coming soon), Hot Power Yoga (coming soon), Hot Yoga, Karma Yoga and Aerial Yoga.  Check the website for the full schedule.  

Wellness Coaching
I have been taking on individual clients who are interested in improving their overall wellness.  As a wellness coach, I can help you improve your diet and nutrition, set your health and wellness goals, improve your yoga and fitness practice and teach you how build or integrate your meditative practice into your daily life.  My goal is to help you be well in mind, body and spirit. Visit the website to schedule a FREE consultation.  

Fly Yoga
Our Fly Yoga trip is now scheduled for September 10-14 in Tulum, Mexico.  Join me to tour the Mayan ruins, Boga Yoga, daily yoga, salsa lessons and beach trips.  Visit the website and select Fly Yoga to register.  

Let's roll into Spring with our March gladness shining forward.  

Namaste. 

Have a Seat and Breathe -Chair Yoga

It's the first of the year and everyone is focused on health and fitness goals.  What I realize after many years in the yoga and wellness industry is that many of us will push ourselves way beyond our comfort zone and forget the importance of living a balanced healthy life.  We buy into the fact that there is something wrong with us that needs to be fixed and we have to be punished for being broken.  Many businesses like mine gear up for the first of the year as well.  It's not however, to simply capitalize on the resolutions people make year after year.  It is to help undo the pressure we place on ourselves to be something other than who we are.  Do I think it is great that so many people want to be healthier and more fit?  Absolutely!  However, do I think you have to sacrifice your current health and punish yourself to do so?  Absolutely not!

One of the main reasons I think yoga is so popular is because of mindfulness.  We start and end with breathing, meditation and intentions.  The goal is always to plant the seeds and to see how they grow throughout your practice.  You are the observer who is checking in to see what is REALLY happening with you.  You are NOT gripping and clinging to whatever attachments you walk around with in daily life and you are NOT hanging onto the laundry list of things that roll around in your mind everyday.  In yoga you are just being!

Benefits of Chair Yoga
One of the main reasons I chose to teach chair yoga is because there are no real limitations.  You don't have to change clothes, you don't have to have a yoga mat and you don't have to get on the floor if you have problems getting up and down.  However, you do get to experience the yoga postures in a supported form.  You can stretch, tone and strengthen right where you are.  You can focus on the breathing because often times our breathe reflects our state of mind.  You can focus on what your body is feeling while you are in the postures.  You can focus on your intention to BE whatever you choose.  You can slow down the process of thinking and attaching to every thought that comes into your mind.  You can simple choose to watch what unfolds while you are BEing.

Another reason I chose to offer a lunchtime Chair Yoga class is because of my intimate knowledge of the work environment.   I have worked in an environment where it was necessary to recalibrate in the middle of the day.  I know what it is like to need some breathing space between deadlines, co-workers and supervisors.  Sometimes, my own mid-day yoga and wellness practices made the difference in my ability to stay employed, support my staff,  and meet my requirements in a positive and balanced way.

What you should know when taking yoga?

• Please let the instructor know if you have any injuries or limitation that will restrict your movement.
• Yoga is typically a non-verbal practice so reserve your comments and questions for the beginning or end of class. 
• You want to be comfortable so remove your shoes and any restrictive clothing.  In chair yoga, you will be seated for most of the class but there is some standing and stretching.  
• Listen to your body.  You are your first teacher.  Yoga postures should not hurt you or restrict your breathing.  If you feel like you are in pain back off the pose and stay with your breathing.  Join in on the next posture or stay with the modified version of the pose until you are ready to move forward.  
• Your breathe is your guide.  You want to listen to your breathing and try not to hold your breath.  You should always worked towards balanced breathing in and out through the nose.  If you are experience congestion then it is fine to breath in and out through the mouth until the congestion clears.  
• Be patient.  Yoga is not about forcing yourself into looking like your instructor.  It is about your expression of the pose.  

Chair Yoga begins January 28th at 12pm.  Classes will be held at Iwi Fresh Garden Day Spa.  Class will last about 35 minutes.  Smoothies are available directly after class and are included in the class price.  Pre-registration is encouraged however, walk-ins are welcomed.  Space is limited.  

Interested?  Visit Temple Yoga & Wellness Center at www.ilovemytemple.com to sign up.   

Namaste, 

Tiffany