Can anyone else relate to feeling as though 2021 was the slowest but fastest year yet? Meg and Sarah sit down to review the year as they discuss the challenges and the necessary shifts to ensure that Navina Yoga continued to grow through the company had to go through. One of the most important lessons we can all take from this year is to acknowledge when fear is driving our decisions and emotions. This heightened self awareness will be the key to recognizing the opportunity to shift our thinking away from being scared of getting sick to making it a daily practice to nourish our ability to be well. The ladies have some great plans to support your journey on the mat as they discuss what comes next for 2022 and how they plan to face the inevitable challenges that are already presenting itself for next year. Although they will be taking a break from the podcast to recharge they have some incredible plans to continue to support your journey off the mat through this podcast so be sure you subscribe so you don't miss the next episode! In the meantime visit https://www.online.navinayoga.ca to keep moving with them on the mat and stay connected with Navina Yoga on Instagram!
Through the journey of becoming a mom and navigating through the challenges of running a business Meg has a new appreciation for all parents and can appreciate that it truly does take a village! She has a pretty incredible one but many new parents don’t which is why the amazing community of Mommy Connections has such an incredible impact! Navina Yoga has had the pleasure of hosting some of their classes and it is abundantly clear that they are executing their mission of creating meaningful and lasting connections! Meg and Sarah had the pleasure of welcoming Chelsey Borys, the program director for Mommy Connections onto the show and they discussed the challenges that new parents faced during the pandemic, how to deal with the self imposed pressure we place on ourselves to ‘get it right’, ways you can keep both yourself and your family nourished and more. We hope you find this conversation helpful in understanding that you are never alone and no matter how much you are trying to juggle, you are doing a great job! Mommy Connections offers a variety of programs and events for new moms and families. Their focus is on facilitating genuine connections between families, while trying fun activities and learning from local experts. Their main programs include Mom & Baby (0-9 months), Mini Movers (8-16 months), and Travelling Tots (1.5 -4 years). They also offer Just for Mom events, Outdoor Adventure Camps, and seasonal events like Baby's First Christmas. Find your local chapter and join in on the fun! North Edmonton & St. Albert Website: https://mommyconnections.ca/north-edmonton-st-albert/our-classes-events/ Facebook: @MommyConnections.EdmontonNorth Instagram: @mommyconnectnorth South Edmonton Website: https://mommyconnections.ca/edmonton-south/our-classes-events/ Facebook: @mommyconnectionsedmontonsouth Instagram: @mommyconnectionsedmontonsouth Leduc & Beaumont Website: https://mommyconnections.ca/leduc/our-classes-events/ Facebook: @MommyConnectionsLeducBeaumont Instagram: @mommyconnectleducbeaumont
Naturally the holidays will pull us out of our regular routine as we try to soak up cherished time with friends and family but often we let go of our self care habits completely and then we tend to justify it by saying we will make up for it in January. At some point in our lives we can all relate to this so this year we hope this conversation will lead you to feeling inspired to continue your self care routine while still enjoying the holidays. Life is about balance after all but do not underestimate the value of small steps when taken consistently!
Meg and Sarah sit down to discuss why it is so important to stop the glorification of being busy. This constant strive for more has created a status symbol out of being busy and often our self worth becomes reliant on how busy we are. The ladies discuss the signs to recognize if you are addicted to being busy and offered some ways that you can pull yourself out of these patterns that will only drive you towards burnout and ultimately pull you away from a healthy relationship with yourself, your work, and others. Articles cited:https://www.verywellmind.com/how-the-glorification-of-busyness-impacts-our-well-being-4175360https://www.countryliving.com/uk/wellbeing/news/a3526/signs-addicted-being-busy/
Meg and Sarah sit down to discuss the current situation the studio is facing as the community of Navina Yoga has once again been incredibly supportive as we navigate through these challenges times. What a wild world we are living in when you are grateful for not receiving hate mail.....and with that, they discuss the importance of kindness and the ripple effects this can have on our wellbeing.
Meg and Sarah sit down to discuss the current situation the studio is facing as the community of Navina Yoga has once again been incredibly supportive as we navigate through these challenges times. What a wild world we are living in when you are grateful for not receiving hate mail.....and with that, they discuss the importance of kindness and the ripple effects this can have on our wellbeing.
There is no question that we are living through some wild times which is why there has never been a better time to dive into the topic of meditation! Meg and Sarah debunk the myths of meditation, discuss what becomes possible through this transformative practice and hope to equip you with the ability to consciously create a healthy and sustainable approach to whatever you are facing. Want to know more? We highly recommend you read Sarah's recent blog post!
Navina Yoga has officially turned five so Meg and Sarah dive into a conversation about milestones and obstacles and why both should be celebrated and appreciated. Learn more about why Navina Yoga was created with a little advice as to how best to face hard things. At 30 minutes we faced an obstacle with the audio and our mixer but we felt this conversation was too valuable to let go off. As promised in the episode here is the link to our first blog post: Why we like it not hot.
Meg and Sarah have pleasure of welcoming back Marnie Ashcroft, the founder of Glow Juicery. The ladies dive into a conversation about how nourishment is so much more than just the food we put in our bodies but how it can optimize our wellbeing both physically and mentally. They discuss what it is like to run a business that honours what this should feel like versus what we want to look like and what becomes possible when we can operate from that space. We hope you can find value in this discussion and feel inspired to take better care of yourself, because you deserve to feel great!
Sarah and Meg sit down with one of Navina's own instructors, Blazenka who is a full time Registered Nurse for the Stollery Children's hospital and the University Of Alberta Emergency Room. In this conversation Blaze shares her journey about becoming a pediatric nurse, how she found yoga, and how she manages to stay committed to her self care while juggling multiple roles through an incredibly demanding time. Follow Blazenka's journey on instagram @blazingheartyoga
Have you ever been late to a meeting or event after hitting every red light or even a train? If so this episode is a MUST LISTEN as the ladies dive into an important conversation about starting to consciously drive in the right lane. We often chase success ripping through the passing lane but you would be surprised what happens when you start to slow down, do less and create space to feel more. The are so many benefits both physically and mentally, you will also start to appreciate life more and you will be shocked when you start attracting success on a whole new level! Please note this is episode 8......one day we will get that together!
Meg & Sarah welcome Sara Hastings Morris who has been with Navina Yoga since day one. The ladies dive into a conversation about Sara's work, her contributions, and how self doubt has held her back from taking this next exciting step in her career as she prepares to facilitate her first kids yoga teacher training. Sara is a teacher of MANY talents, whether it's teaching prenatal or a strong flow, she always brings something new to the mat but her true calling is inspiring children through kids yoga. The practice is certainly not what you think it will look like and as she shares her story it becomes very clear why she has made such a lasting impact on so many children. Check out Sara's website at www.littlewondersyoga.ca and follow her on instagram yogasara_78.Yoga kids cards available through www. 3sistersyoga.ca and you can also follow their business on instagram 3sistersyogaforkids.
Join Meg and Sarah as they welcome Nimi Kelloway, the founder of Haute Coton, a company that is redefining luxury, organically. The ladies discuss the devastating issues in the textile industry, how we can be more conscious in how we shop, and most importantly the value in getting more rest! Nimi is truly an inspiration who is passionate about her company and supporting her mission to provide her customers effective ways to receive the rest both their bodies and minds deserve. Haute Coton has been featured in Vogue, GQ, and CN traveller and her role as CEO is second to being a mom to her beautiful little boy. We hope you enjoy this conversation and leave feeling even half as relaxed as Sarah was by the end of it!www.hautecoton.comFollow them on instagram @hautecotonTake advantage of their EXCLUSIVE OFFER and shop their incredible line and if make a purchase, receive an exclusive 20% discount and also receive a surprise gift with purchase. Simply apply the code NAVINA20 at checkout and take advantage of this incredible offer that has never been done before! Brad and Nimi always like to go above and beyond and they are truly grateful for each purchase 🙏🏽
Meg and Sarah welcome Oddessa who is one of Navina Yoga's incredible teachers specializing in Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and has discovered that she is a natural when it comes to teaching meditation. Her class at Navina was among the most popular and the ladies discuss how this part time work has not only become her passion project on the side but has fuelled her ability to face this last year with both strength and grace as she faced much more than COVID.
Now that we are nearing the end of this pandemic bubble the ladies address a very important issue as we are all facing some inevitable stimulation overload! They discuss the importance of connection and offer some ways we can mitigate social anxiety as we slowly start to settle into what this new normal is becoming. Article mention in episode can be found: https://www.shondaland.com/live/body/a35951160/why-you-should-feel-justified-in-cursing-right-now/Start Your Free Two-Week Trial to Navina Yoga Online by visiting www.online.navinayoga.ca.
We are back and we are making this year all about connection so to kick off the second season we tried something new and went live for the episode on YouTube! Through the episode we discuss why we are so excited to be back and address questions from the listeners. Enjoy the conversation and be sure to let us know if you have any questions so we can address it in the next episode. Know that we love feedback so we want to hear from you!
Well that was certainly a year for the books as it was literally bursting with nothing but challenges and we faced them all head on to say the least. Join us a we welcome Alicia Lekhi, one of the leading ladies here at Navina Yoga as we discuss how we moved through this resiliency building year and why we are so excited for what we plan to create in 2021. It only get's better from here so be sure you subscribe and stay tuned for Season Two!
Join Meg as she welcome Marnie Ashcroft, the founder of Glow Juicery, an incredibly successful company that provides a very fresh perspective on nutrition. Glow launched in Edmonton specifically gearing towards those with critical care solutions and athletes, and now her business is arming her customers with knowledge and strength to take command of their health with locations all over Canada. Marnie is a true leader in the health and wellness industry and she discussed what it took to build a Canada wide franchise, how to keep your ego in check so we can continue to operate from a place of intention, how she supported her team of owners through the most challenging year in business, and most importantly how our own wellness is our own responsibility and what we can do to support that journey.
Join Meg as she welcomes Amanda Wagner for a conversation about how to achieve work life harmony and resiliency fatigue. Amanda is a former teacher and now founder of The Complement, a company in which she shares the art and intention of service. Despite her love for working with teams and large groups, Amanda has since launched "The Amanda Wagner" where she works to help individuals figure out what they want, why it matters, and how to get it. She also hosts her own podcast called "The Amanda Wagner Podcast" in which she and her co-host Liz Pitman discuss the challenges of bravery, living thoughtfully and strategically, and share their experiences as women with impatient ambition.Learn more about Amanda:www.theamandawagner.comwww.thecomplement.ca https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-amanda-wagner-podcast/id1494024118Instagram: theamandawagner / thecomplement.cahttps://www.facebook.com/theamandawagnerVisit Navina Yoga Online:https://www.navinayoga.ca
Join Meg for Strength & Grace: Off The Mat episode 11 as she welcomes co-founder of Poppy Barley, Kendall Barber. After a light bulb moment at a handcrafted boot shop in Bali, sisters Justine and Kendall Barber launched Poppy Barley in 2012. They travelled to León, Mexico in search of a leather shoe factory that prioritized its people and could offer flexibility in sizing and inventory through small-batch manufacturing. Although they were newcomers to shoemaking, Justine and Kendall were raised to be creative, ambitious, industrious and ask a lot of questions. Collaborating with factory owners and artisans, Poppy Barley started producing beautiful footwear and accessories designed for modern life.Poppy Barley is a Canadian luxury brand that’s rethinking every step of the fashion industry—from design to factory relationships to retail experience. Partnering with family-owned factories in Mexico and Brazil, they ethically craft polished, foundational footwear and chic, functional accessories—selling them at fair prices and donating 1% of sales back into the communities.Poppy Barley is a certified B Corporation, meeting the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability. Certified B Corporations are a forward-thinking businesses that balance purpose and profit. They are legally required to consider the impact of their decisions on their workers, customers, suppliers, community and the environment. In the episode Kendall discuss the importance of maintaining B corporation status, ways to support the environment through consumerism, and why she’s so passionate about it.Kendall offers some great advice for new entrepreneurs and why upholding values is integral if you want to truly make an impact in your community. Intentional in everything she does, Kendall’s transparency and openness to be vulnerably herself is inspiring and we encourage anyone who is looking to truly create conscious change to listen to this episode for tips on how to do just that with more mindfulness and grace.Poppy Barley website: https://poppybarley.comVisit Navina Yoga Online:https://www.navinayoga.ca