January, 2022 Harmony Way Newsletter
Harmony Way
January, 2022 Newsletter
By: Michelle Caron, Owner of Harmony Way in
Wilbraham, Massachusetts, USA
Welcome to the January, 2022 Harmony Way Newsletter!
It's already a fresh, new year once again. Here's hoping that your 2022 begins and ends with peace and fantastic health! Below you will find January's evidence-based health articles, workouts and recipes, as well as free and upcoming events. Please scroll down to find that information.
Wishing you a beautiful and amazingly inspiring year!
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*UPCOMING VIRTUAL EVENTS AT HARMONY WAY*
You can also check out the CALENDAR page on this website for upcoming events/classes/workshops.
💃 ONGOING WEEKLY FITNESS CLASSES ON ZOOM 🧘♀️
Pre-Registration Necessary
You'll also need the Zoom Cloud Meetings app to participate with video.
It's free and simple to install/use.
Upcoming FREE Virtual Event
(Register With Michelle at Harmony Way)
With virtual classes and events, you can learn with me from anywhere in the world!
Saturday, January 22, 2022:
Harmony Way Virtual (Drug-Free) Core Shamanic Gathering
1:00-3:00 PM EST
(Free Event on Zoom, Advance Registration Necessary)
Do you crave heart-centered connection with others in a safe, peace-filled environment? Are you an introvert who is shy, but who also loves to have deep conversations? Have you participated in other shamanic events or trainings at Harmony Way or elsewhere? Are you curious about core shamanic healing or what it involves? If so, this is the event for you!
Even if you have no previous experience in shamanic work, you are welcome here.
There will be a talking/sharing circle filled with compassion and love, followed by a shamanic journey. (For those who do not know how to journey, this time can alternately be used for other types of meditation or prayer, so no worries!) This is a 100% experiential group event, NOT an educational class.
If you are interested, please contact us with a note that contains your name and email to be added to the list. Space is limited.
Virtual Home & Family Herbal Training Program
More information about this program is here:
If you are interested in this program, which also offers need-based, BIPOCC/AAPI scholarships, enrollment for the 2022 10-month training class will open in the beginning of March. Thank you!
*THERE IS NOW A PROFESSIONAL-LEVEL, VIRTUAL HERBAL TRAINING PROGRAM ON THE WAY...
STAY TUNED!*
Core Shamanic Healing & Counseling Classes, Years 1, 2, & 3:
(Only for those currently enrolled as students)
More information about this training program (and its need-based, BIPOC/AAPI scholarship) is here:
Classes for all years of training began in September
(virtually).
The deadline has passed for entrance into the 2021-2022 year one training program. Applications for next year's class are now being accepted and will be due by July 1st, 2022.
Thank you.
Wishing you a healthy, happy month and a wonder-filled 2022!
This Month's Exercise Demos:
(From: SELF)
(From: Get Fit With Rick)
Here are two great options to get moving in a way that feels best for your personal needs. There is a 30 minute HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) workout and an additional walking workout that takes only eight minutes. If you are a beginner or only have a few minutes, the walking workout is a terrific choice. For those with more fitness experience, the HIIT workout may bring the challenge you need. Both are terrific options for exercise!
Always check in with your medical health provider for advice before starting a new workout program, being mindful of any existing conditions or injuries that you have, bringing these up with a medical professional prior to trying any workout.
This Month's Wellness Articles:
(From: Northwestern Medicine)
(From: NIH)
Above are two terrific, evidence-based articles that are absolutely necessary for January. Many people experience SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) in the colder, less sunny months. Mental health tips can prove to be helpful tools to stay more present, compassionate and balanced during this sometimes challenging time of year. There is also a great article about cold weather safety specifically geared to those who are seniors/who work with seniors/who care for senior citizens.
This Month's Yummy Recipe Links:
(From: Ambitious Kitchen)
Gluten-Free, Vegan
(From: Hurry the Food up)
Vegan, Gluten-Free Options, Nut-Free Options
Hot chocolate, anyone? January brings some of the coldest weather of the year in Massachusetts...so, yes, please! There is a slightly healthier (but still completely delicious) version of hot chocolate above that happens to be 100% dairy-free as well. Additionally, in case you ever get the food "blahs" or are bored with your current soup rotation, but need something warming, there is also a link to 18 different phenomenal winter soup recipes that are healthy and have many different options for various health needs. I hope these recipes help you to stay warm and cozy.
