Earth has a heartbeat…

Hey Reader,

There’s a reason why going outdoors regulates us.

The earth has a heartbeat that resonates at 7.83 Hz.

It’s called the Schumann Resonance, and it’s the same frequency your brain enters when in deep meditation or calm focus.

The cool thing about this resonance is that it governs your nervous system and mind.

The earth also has a rhythmic breathing cycle.

With the changing of seasons, forests either take in massive amounts of carbon dioxide or let it go.

This planetary breath is what’s known as the global carbon cycle.

So while our nervous system is regulating with the atmosphere’s heartbeat, our breath is dancing with the respiratory rhythm of the Earth itself.

Isn’t that kinda mind-blowing??🤯

We feel these rhythms energetically especially when we step onto the grass under the open sky.

Layer the heartbeats with the effects of yoga and meditation outdoors, and it turns into a beautifully choreographed dance for your nervous system.

You offer your body a chance to re-tune with the most natural rhythm of all… nature.

If you’re ready to come down from living in a heightened state of stress and co-regulate with the earth, join us on Saturday, July 25, at 8:00 AM for Sunrise Yoga at Cordova Park in partnership with Marion County Conservation.

Permission to slow down even before the day begins so that when the stress of the day does happen, you can approach it from a more settled (literally grounded) headspace. One in which you notice the stress and flow with it, just as the resonance of the earth, rather than resist it.

Check out more information and register here.

And if you want to see a super sweet video of the earth’s heartbeat in action, check it out here.

See you on the grass,

Cathy 🙏💚🧘‍♀️🌳

P.S. Here’s a great picture that tells how your brain functions in various states.

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Studio Classes:

THURSDAY - Somatic Reset - NEW CLASS!!

5:30 AM • All levels welcome
Somatic Reset blends gentle somatic movement and yoga to support awareness, release tension, and reconnect with your body.

THURSDAY -The Weekly Breath Reset (Virtual)

8:30 AM • 30-minute virtual breath work
Your breath has the power to change how you experience stress. Harness that power of your breath to start your day with intention.

SATURDAY - Yoga + Breathwork

8:30 AM • All Levels Welcome
This class is generally blend of a flow-based practice and a restorative/yin practice, often aligning with the energy of the season or moon phase.

MONDAY - Restorative/Yin Practice

5:30 PM • All levels welcome
A restorative class with longer held postures & mindful breathing to build stress resiliency & bring balance to your fast-paced life.

WEDNESDAY - Yoga + Breath Work Flow

8:30 AM • All Levels Welcome
Active, flow-based practice integrating strength, balance and mobility. Intentional breath work practices included.

Special Events:

SATURDAY, JUL 11 - Yoga in the Park - Free Childcare Available!

8:30 AM • Skate Park @ Young's Park

Yoga in the Park is BACK this Saturday, and for this summer only it's $15 to practice with us.

Please bring a mat or blanket to practice on. Other yoga props will be provided.

💥Now offering FREE childcare during class. Bring your little(s) and a trained babysitter will entertain while you have some much needed self-care.💥

If you'd like to register, do so here.

SATURDAY, JUL 25 - MCCD Sunrise Yoga at Cordova Park

8:00 AM • Cordova Park, 1378 Highway G-28, Otley IA 50214 • All ages and levels

MCCD and Cairn Yoga & Wellness are teaming up for a grounding morning yoga practice at Cordova Park. While the sun may already be shining, this class invites you to greet the day with mindful movement and breath—helping you steady yourself amidst the height of summer’s expansive energy. After yoga spend some time taking a quiet walk through the woods or take in the view from the tower.

Learn more and register here.

Group & 1:1 Somatic Sessions:

AT YOUR CONVENIENCE - Personalized Somatic Coaching & Stress Resilience Training

TBD • At your location or at the studio • Reply to this email to schedule

In these sessions I guide groups through practical, embodied practices—like breath work, mindfulness, gentle movement, and/or emotional awareness—to build stress resilience. Each session offers simple, effective tools to help participants reset, regulate, and respond with greater calm and clarity in everyday life.