It happened again the other night

There I was, Reader, beat from a full day of activity.

17,528 steps my watch told me.

I took a 3 minute pause on top of my bed before I went to wash my face, and maximal effort had to make myself get up to get ready for bed.

That’s when it happened.

Drying off my face as I walked to tuck a child in, my body felt awake.

Alive.
Refreshed.
Rejuvenated.

All it took was washing my face.

Then, of course, my body didn’t want to fall asleep anymore🙄.

Warm water and soap... that's it.

Sadly, this happens more than I’d like.

Nearly falling asleep on the couch, then my brain gets a second wind after washing my face before bed.

Nonetheless, in case you forgot, washing your face is a beautiful way to reset your rhythm.

Heck, taking a shower does the same thing.

Literally cleansing your energy and energetic field and starting with a clean slate.

This may not be useful at bedtime if it wakes you up a bit like it does me, but in other situations, it can be the rest you need to keep going as your most present self.

🫧When you’ve been around your kids for too long and need a reprieve from their chaos.

🫧When you have an interaction with someone then just feel a bit “off” after you part ways.

🫧When you’re stuck in your head and falling into your own negativity trap.

It works with washing hands, your face, or your whole body, especially when mindfully done.

And may be just the thing you need that keeps you going throughout the day…

…especially if you’re full time mommin’ with kids around all day like I am this summer.

If you want a reset that takes you a little bit deeper in connecting with your calm presence within so that your window of tolerance for the chaos in life expands, then join us for classes this summer.

Check the full schedule below, but I’d particularly love to have you at Sunrise Yoga (8 AM😉) at Cordova Park on Saturday, July 25.

Mindful movement in nature… the best of both worlds.

(Last year we saw a bobcat pass by not even 50 feet from us, which was super ahh-mazing.)

Check it out here.

Until next week...

May you be filled with opportunities to cultivate a greater sense of health, harmony and happiness in every challenge you encounter in the coming week.

Cheers,

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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.

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, JUN 13 - Yoga in the Park - Free Childcare Available!

8:30 AM • Veteran's Park

Yoga in the Park is BACK this Saturday — bring a friend and both of you practice for the price of one! Just $20 for two, no registration needed.

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
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.