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Hey Friend! I’m sure you have read or heard all sorts of things about what yoga is or isn’t. In its simplest definition, yoga means to unite or yoke. There are 8 limbs of yoga. You likely mostly know about the physical postures or meditation. The practice of yoga is much more than moving your body or sitting in stillness. Yoga is a philosophy that is designed to help us be our best selves. This practice unites our mind, body, and spirit. Today I’m going to give you 5 Statements regarding yoga. I want you to guess if it’s fact or fiction. 1. I must be flexible to do yoga. FICTION False! False! False! Friend you do not, I repeat you do not need to be flexible to do yoga. The physical yoga practice can be accessible for everyone. You can use different tools such as blocks, straps (think a belt), and chairs to help make the physical postures more comfortable for your body. 2. Yoga is only for women. FICTION False again! Yoga was originally practiced and taught by men. In the US, we see more women than men practicing yoga. However, men need yoga just as much as women. 3. Yoga can improve my health. FACT Yes! Yes! Yes! Yoga has been found to improve cardiovascular function, strength, pain, anxiety, depression, and more. Physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, and Physical Therapists often suggest yoga as a health and wellness options for their patients. 4. I have to sit completely still when I meditate. FICTION Another falsehood! When you meditate, find a comfortable seat or position and use any props that allow you to maintain your position. You can adjust or scratch an itch if it arises. All you need to do is return to recognizing your breath and focus on being in the moment. 5. Yoga is a religion. FICTION You’re probably saying, really? Steph, are you sure it’s not a religion? Yes, I am sure. Yoga does have ancient root and ties to Hinduism, however it is not a religion. Once again, Yoga is not a religion. In actuality, yoga is a philosophy that guides your way of living. The ultimate goal of the practice it to be the best person that you can be from within. Yoga is not about outer worship but exploring the depths of your being. Let’s tally up your points. How many answers did you get correct? 5 answers correct: You are well informed about yoga 4 answers correct: You know some facts about yoga 3 or less answers correct: You learned a few things after reading this blog. I appreciate you taking a few minutes to open your mind to learn a few truths about yoga. If you’re interested in joining me for some yoga and wellness tutorials. 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Hey Fam!! It’s 2020 and I am sooooooo ready for all the goodness that this year has to offer. 2019 was ROUGH. Let me tell you again, 2019 was ROUGH. During a few father-daughter advice chats, my father has told me, “If you haven’t had a lil’ rain, wait a while.” You may be asking, what does that even mean? Well, let me tell me you; it means, if you haven’t had some bad days, just wait because you will experience a bad day; we all go through rough seasons, but we can overcome them. Fam let me tell you, 2019 brought the rain, the storm, the hurricane, and then some! But I survived! We survived! We made it through! I know several of you responded to my last self-care blog sharing that life had been crazy and you let your self-care practice go. Well, I’m here to tell you, you are not alone. In 2019, life tried to get the best of me. The outside world tried to bring me down, BUT I didn’t let it keep me down. I dealt with the crap and bad experiences. I dealt with the sadness, the self-doubt, the negative talk, and the idea that I’m not enough. I have dealt with all the bad juju and am ready to receive the abundance that God and the universe has for me. Are you ready to step into greatness? Are you ready to choose abundance? I’m talking about abundance of joy, peace, happiness, love, and wellness. As a bonus, I’m sure you are okay receiving abundance of finances too….I know I am; LOL! Now, you may be thinking, here she comes with that “New Year, New Me” stuff; but no friend, that’s not what I’m about to say. Not at all. I let go of that “New Year, New Me” and “New Year’s Resolutions” stuff a few years ago. Just because it’s a new year doesn’t mean I or you need to change or resolve to do something or become someone else. Rather than resolving to do or be, I have chosen to live intentionally. I choose to live with the intention of being mindful and of being present in my self-care. I choose to live with the intention of self-love, of kindness, and of charity. I know that living intentionally will lead to the abundance and freedom that I deserve and that you deserve. I invite you to live intentionally, be present, and show up for yourself. My 2020 has started off on a positive note. I feel at peace. I have joy. I’m in a really positive place with my spouse, my job, and with my business. As a small business owner, it’s a huge accomplishment to be able to pay all the expenses from the business account rather than from my family’s personal account. Two years later, my studio is finally in the black (#bigdeal) and I’m pumped. I’m not saying ISY is rolling in dough…..let’s be real I won’t be resigning from my employer, but it’s nice to finally see the tiny financial growth, when I’ve worked extremely hard to share the healing properties of yoga and meditation. Here’s another positive tidbit for 2020: Two days ago, a local magazine, We Are Henry, published an article that I am featured in. The title of the article is “Movement as a Medicine.” When I saw the article, I teared up. It felt amazing to see my passion for wellness, yoga, and meditation on paper. Let me tell you guys something, two years ago when I opened my first free standing studio, I wanted to advertise in this magazine, but I couldn’t afford it. You see how patience, persistence, and intentions pays off? I received a call in the Fall of 2019 about a wellness and yoga interview for the magazine. When, they asked me, you know I said yes. I met with the author, Aisha at Starbucks and we talked and laughed for at least an hour. The magazine’s photographer came to one of my heated classes to take pictures for the article (he was surprised the class was hot) and I thought the photos would be awful because I was sweating like crazy and the class was sweating, so I just knew it was going to be a HOT mess (LOL). BUT fam I was wrong. I WAS WRONG. The pictures turned out amazing and the article was beautifully written. If you’re still reading, I wrote all of the above to let you know it is important to live with intention. It is important to be patient, persistent, and resilient. When the dark days come, know that it’s not the end. You are not alone. The sun will come out again. Remember your self-care, remember your intentions. If you enjoy yoga, or are interested in yoga, and are ready to set your intentions and visions for 2020 and beyond join me at my Yin Yoga & Vision Board Party on January 17th. Sending you all love, light, and positive intentions for your year. ~Stephanie Epps https://www.professorepps.com/blog/selfcare monthly 0.5 2019-12-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d2e9226d17ccd00015895f6/1576789204098-CWB37XYY29B7XOX3ABQH/retreat.jpg Blog - Do you practice self-care? I thought I did until I found myself in a sad place. - Do You Practice Self-Care? Self-care, what does that mean? The terminology self-care and self-love are used frequently. Self-care has become a mainstream topic in wellness and healthcare. Self-care as defined by Merriam-Webster is “care for oneself.” Webster also states self-care is “health care provided by oneself often without the consultation of a medical professional.” Do you have any self-care practices that you weave into your daily activities? I am a medical professional as well as a wellness advocate but unfortunately, I have found myself running on empty (queue Big Sean’s I Know). I have been pouring from an empty cup. I always tell my patients, my nursing students, and yoga students how important it is to take care of themselves. I always ask what they are doing to destress, to relax, and find some peace of their mind, body, and soul. Somehow, I stopped taking my own advice. 2019 has been a hard year for me. A lot of crappy stuff happened. I usually cope well, but this year not so much. My journaling slowed, my asana and meditation practice slowed, and my cardiovascular routine slowed. I went on a yoga retreat in November, hoping to bounce back but on the way there I received a telephone call with more bad news. I was thinking man when it rains it freaking pours. While I was internally dealing with all of these jacked up things, I didn’t talk about it and didn’t work through it in my usual ways. Instead I continued to do all the things as if nothing was wrong; I finished my doctorate, worked my full time and part-time job, taught 7-10 yoga classes a week, and managed my studio. In doing all the things and internalizing my problems, I seem to have lost my self-care in the process. I somehow found myself in a place of sadness. I found myself judging myself, being less forgiving of myself, and overall having poor self-worth and self-care. Have you every fallen prey to negative thoughts? Have you ever wanted to inspire and help people but internally you were at a loss for inspiration? I am now in a place where I must tell myself “Stephanie it’s your time, Steph you are only given one life and you have to live it.” “Steph you are worthy, you are enough, and you deserve all the good things that are to come.” As I repeat my affirmations, I reflect on the small changes I have incorporated now rather than waiting for 2020. If I desire to love me, to choose me, then today is the day to start. One month ago, I joined Orange Theory Fitness, I’ve returned to journaling, meditating, and asana. I’m slowly getting back to me. I’m navigating my way to health and happiness through self-care. If you struggle with self-worth and self-care below are a 15-self-care practices you can incorporate into your life. 1. Affirmations/Mantras 2. Daily walk without music/cell phone 3. Meditation 4. Take a long bath/shower 5. Therapy/counseling 6. Yoga/meditation 7. Massage 8. Journal 9. Take your full lunch break at work 10. Use your vacation days (even if you are staying home) 11. Practice a full day of rest 12. Embrace stillness and quiet 13. Learn something new 14. Unplug from technology and social media for a day 15. 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I am a Nurse Practitioner, Professor, Yoga teacher, and leader of wellness and self-care. I’m also the wife of a sweet and funny football-Ioving, computer whiz, self-proclaimed chef; and mommy to the sweetest and smartest, 4 year-old around. I founded Indigo Soul Yoga from the parlor of my 100+ year old Victorian home in 2016. Through prayer, persistence, dedication, resilience, and faith, my studio has experienced transition and growth. ISY is now housed in a 2000 square foot studio. I believe in the power of health promotion, prevention, and maintenance to fuel a holistic approach to wellness. I have a passion for teaching mindfulness, meditation, self-care, and the benefits of power & rest. I am a graduate of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where I obtained my MSN and a graduate of Mercer University, where I obtained my MBA. I completed my doctorate at Georgia College & State University in 2019. 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