To my friends in yoga, I have been waiting for the right moment to share my life experience in the last year, and now the timing feels right…please read on.

“This past year has been the most amazing year of my life.”
Dr. David Simon, Co-founder of The Chopra Center

Sixteen months ago, Deepak Chopra’s dear friend and colleague Dr. David Simon was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor. The irony of this shocking news is that he, himself is a neurologist. After grazing the side of a parked car, Dr. Simon realized he was missing vision on one side and immediately arranged for his own brain scan. The outcome of this test has proven to be the source of much growth, grief and healing for the whole Chopra community.

Having been studying with Deepak and David for a year now, I just returned from another awe-inspiring week with these two pioneers in mind-body medicine. I have spent the last year witnessing David’s family struggle through this most challenging time, but this time he said something he’s never said before.

While sharing his perspective on life now, he actually reported that the last year of his life has been the best year ever! For a world renowned scholar who can no longer read, write or walk independently, this is a puzzling albeit fairly common report from people with a terminal diagnosis. He claims that having to simply receive support and love from his family has transformed his relationships and led to even deeper connections.

Personally speaking, this journey elicits in me an equal mix of difficulty and inspiration, as I grieve for his life and the reality of life’s nature. On the flip side, I am deeply inspired by his continued dedication to service, as he is soon to complete another book on spiritual awakening.

What strikes the deepest chord in me is witnessing David conduct himself with a profound sense of presence and peace. Much of his time teaching now is spent consoling and helping others come to terms with his death! This is surely the sign of a true healer.

Dr. David Simon has given me a stronger passion than ever to share the ancient teachings of healing that I have been blessed to receive. Beginning this month, I will be offering brand new programs to complement the exceptional classes at our studios, helping to awaken our own healing intelligence and well of inner peace.

This month, I invite you to stop postponing the use of your gifts of peace and happiness, as you wait for a day when life improves. We can all follow Dr. Simon’s lead and choose to see each moment as an opportunity to gratefully give and receive love.

Thank you all for contributing to the love in my life, may you feel its return!

Jenny

BREATHING SPACE HEAD OFFICE (902)-444-YOGA (9642)

• Breathing Space Workshops: Jenny and other carefully selected leaders in health will be conducting an all new series of workshops and programs, coming soon.
• Inner Radiance Cleanse: Join Jenny and Dr. Cheryl Lycette this month for our New Inner Radiance Cleanse, appropriate for experienced and new to yoga practitioners. Space is filling up, call 444-YOGA (9642) to register or click here for more details.
• Personal Mastery 500hr Program:
  We are accepting applications for our NEW advanced training program for yoga instructors. Don’t miss this opportunity to study with leading authorities in yoga and wellness!
  Click here for more details.

BREATHING SPACE BEDFORD (902)-832-YOGA (9642)

• Winners Michelle Hicks and Bob McCord immediately after the five and a half hour race in the Halifax City Chase—an urban adventure race that leads competitors throughout our city in search of clues and points of interest. Michelle and Bob took to the streets as team The Lost & Found, collecting a total of 13 checkpoints winning the Enduro-Chase portion of the race. Racing through the city on foot and by bus, they completed tasks that included included piggy-back rides, hide'n seek chained together, Bushido-Kai martial arts, and the unforgettable crickets for crackers moment which is a story in itself. Congratulations!
• Intro To Yoga : Registration is now open for our session that will commence either October 20th at 6:00pm OR October 22nd at 10:15am. A 6-week program for the novice who wants to start at square one, covering the fundamentals of Yoga: the full yogic breath, posture alignment, bandhas (muscular locks), mental focus and deep relaxation. Space is limited and you must call to register.
• Pre-Natal Yoga : Our next session is open for registration and filling up fast. A yoga practice during pregnancy empower women to birth the way they want and offers their baby the gift of a calm and loving environment within which to grow. Starts November 2nd at 7:30pm.
• BREATHING : EMPATHY - Take your practice outside on October 8th at 1:08pm at DeWolf Park in Bedford for Breathing: Empathy. This fundraising event is in support of the Empathy Factory's effort to create a generation of generous and conscientious humanitarians by sharing the ideals of self-compassion and care. Join Michelle for a 108 minute practice that pulls together the teachings of yoga and the power of living with empathy. In yoga the number 108 has many special meanings – among them is: Pranayama: Enlightenment is promised to one who is able to find such a state of calm that he or she only breathes 108 breaths in a day. Please register today as we learn to 'breathe better' and how to awaken our empathy. For registration, visit, http://breathingempathy-efbevent.eventbrite.com
• Brand new clothing and merchandise has arrived for the fall season so please drop by to explore our goodies!

BREATHING SPACE TRURO (902)-843-YOGA (9642)

• Our one year celebration was a huge success with wall to wall people in for the open house, thanks to all who dropped in.
• Our Trifecta Challenge this fall is at full capacity; people here are becoming more happy, slender and healthy!
• Visit our website for new initiatives, classes and programs.

BREATHING SPACE TANTALLON (902)-820-YOGA (9642)

• Please note the studio will be closed for Thanksgiving on Monday October 10/11
• Upcoming programs and workshops require pre-registration: Call 820-9642 email tantallon@breathingspaceyogastudio.ca to secure your spot today! 

• October 1st ~ 1:30 - Pre-Natal Yoga Workshop - 8 weeks, $90.00
• October 11th ~ 11:00 - Mom & Baby Yoga Workshop - 8 weeks, $90.00
• October 13th ~ 6:30 - Intro to Yoga Level 2 Workshop - 6 weeks, $69.00
• October 22nd ~ 12:00 - Intro to Yoga Level 1 Workshop - 6 weeks, $69.00
• Novemver 1st ~ 6:30 - Intro to Yoga Level 1 Workshop - 6 weeks, $69.00

Upcoming Drop-in Classes! No preregistration required.
Funky Friday Flow begins October 14th ~ 6:00 - Drop-in. All levels welcome.