Drawing for a FREE Yoga or Ayurveda Private When You Send Me Your Feedback!

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You’ve been a student or yoga/Ayurveda associate of mine for a while now. Or you follow and learn from my blog. First off, I am sending you heartfelt love and gratitude for being in my life. It’s an honor to be on the yoga path with you. Thank you from the depths of my heart.

Cut to the chase!
go here to complete the short survey
then enter your name into the random drawing for a
FREE Yoga or Ayurveda Private Session!

If you’ve been following my life journey recently, you know that I’ve created a desire to live this year courageously. Every morning when I wake up, I decide what courageous act I can do that day. Maybe it’s having a difficult conversation with someone. Maybe it’s making time on the mat for meditation and yoga a priority (Self-care can slip down the list, right?). But this morning, my courageous act is to ask for your help.

I want to share the gifts of yoga and Ayurveda with more people this year. I want to deliver meaningful practices and health solutions. But instead of just running full steam ahead with an idea that I think is brilliant (but that may or may not be that helpful in the light of day), I need your help in determining where to sail my ship, so to speak.  

What I’m asking for is a few moments of your time to give me feedback on:

(1) what issues you face – so I can learn the overall challenges of my peeps

(2) what are your goals or desires relating to well being – where should we be steering our ship?

(3) how I’ve been of value to you – so I can learn my unique offerings;

(4) how can I improve – what can I do more of or less of?

This survey should take about 5 or 10 minutes to complete. Will you please invest that time to help me?

Of course, all feedback is completely confidential. I won’t even share the results with Olivia (my child dog) – ha! I’ll simply use anything you provide me with to hone my services and deliver more good into the world – and especially for you.

As an incentive for your participation, I’d like to enter you into a random drawing for a FREE yoga private or Ayurveda consultation (value $90); We can conduct that consultation in person or by Skype at your convenience. There will be 2 winners and your chances of winning are good!

then enter your name into the random drawing for a
FREE Yoga or Ayurveda Private Session!
You can participate confidentially without any identifying information if you’d like. But if you want to have your name in the drawing, please do give me your name and email at the end of the survey.
Thank you in advance for your participation. But please HURRY! Please complete this survey no later than 5 pm, Friday, February 12, 2016.
Namaste + love,
Suzanne

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then enter your name into the random drawing for a
FREE Yoga or Ayurveda Private Session!

5 Myths About Yoga Teacher Training Programs (Or At Least Mine!)

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As I talk to individuals who are considering participating in a yoga teacher training program, I uncovered some common myths and assumptions that frankly, quite surprised me.

Maybe I’ve been teaching for too long (13 years – yay!), so I sometimes forget to step into the student’s mind. Plus, the downside of yoga being so ubiquitous is that the media has portrayed yoga students and teachers as white, skinny, affluent, young Americans with chiseled bodies (Not so, read below!).

So for those of you who are longing to organize your life in a healthy, natural way and want to experience the deeper benefits of yoga, don’t let these 5 common misconceptions keep you from this life-changing experience:

 

Here are the 5 Myths:

  1. “To become a ‘real’ yoga teacher, I need to be a white, skinny, young, affluent, female American.” This is absolutely false. True yoga is available to everyone. In my program, I honor all ethnicities, body shapes and ages. This yoga intensive is available to all. You should however have been in a yoga class or have practiced yoga long enough to know that there is more to yoga than the physical poses. If you want to teach, there is actually a lot more work available for those who have the calling to work with others like themselves. Niche markets such as teaching retirees, children, the elderly, corporate yoga, yoga for chronic pain or special conditions abound. What I teach you is to use your “weaknesses” as your strengths.
  2. “I have to be flexible to be good at yoga.” Absolutely, wrong, wrong, wrong. If you are inflexible, you will be able to experience the physical yoga poses in a way that both protects your body and also teaches you how to teach others who are inflexible (the majority of the population). Whoever said being a good yoga student or yoga teacher requires flexibility isn’t practicing or teaching true yoga.
  3. “My yoga poses aren’t good enough for me to start this type of program.” No, no, no, my friends. First off, my Yoga Awakenings Teacher Training Program is about 10% focused on learning and improving your yoga poses. Yes, you will learn alignment and have lots of one-on-one time with me to learn yoga poses. In addition, you’ll learn the true depth of yoga learning key skills on health, managing anxiety and fear, living the loving principles of yoga and how to be of service in the world (on or off the mat).
  4. “I can’t start a yoga intensive or teacher training program because I don’t have a solid yoga and meditation home practice.” I can assure you that most people entering a teacher training program do not already have a consistent and fulfilling home practice. One of the keys that you will learn is how to integrate yoga more deeply into your life – at home and out in the world.
  5. “The Yoga Awakening Teacher Training Program is only for people who want to become yoga teachers.” Nope, not true. While some participants of my program will be eager to become professional yoga teachers, I’d estimate that 50-75% of those who take a teacher training program have no plans to teach yoga. (This is true for not just my program, but almost all teacher training programs.) My program is a life program. You will learn how to rest with the big questions of life (who am I? why am I here? how can I live in a space of integrity and peace?). You’ll learn how to nourish your body. You’ll learn the fascinating and rich traditions of yoga that address taming the mind, healing the body and tapping into the spirit.

 

Are you interested in deepening your yoga and meditation practice and becoming healthier in your body, mind and spirit so that you can help others no matter what your life path? Consider my very special program. Take these five steps:

  1. Download the 26 page PDF here. This will answer many of your questions.
  2. Call me or email me with ANY questions. I’m here for you. I can help you make an informed decision. You can reach me at SuzanneMorganYoga@yahoo.com or 703-626-8349.
  3. Fill out the application. (Once accepted in, please send your deposit of $300)
  4. Be ready to start Friday, February 19 at 6 pm.
  5. Rejoice! You are on the road to a healthier more abundant life!

 

I offer monthly payment plans as a payment option. Please ask questions.

BUT HURRY! We start on February 19th!

Namaste + love,

Suzanne

Free Audio “Introduction to Yoga Awakenings Intensive” – Listen Now!

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Hi, Yoga Friends.

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I just got in from digging out from our Metro DC snowstorm and I recorded this note for you. If you are interested in a beautiful life course and expanding your knowledge of yoga and ayurveda, listen to my free audio below. It’s about 15 minutes long. Then see my (earlier) post below for how to download a 26 page PDF to get more details about the Yoga Awakenings Intensive which starts February 19!

Introduction to Yoga Awakenings Intensive

 

Living and teaching from a place of authenticity and love is the heart of this program. It’s a passionate playground where awareness, inspired action and wellness skip hand-in-hand. Come and join me on the playground. You’ll laugh – I promise. – Suzanne Morgan

 

Click Here to Receive Your Free 26 Page Guide

Note from Suzanne

January 11, 2016

I am accepting applications now for the 2016 Yoga Awakenings Teacher Training and Yoga Intensive. Ready to change your life? Consider joining my upcoming 200 hour program which starts February 19, 2016.  Registration is limited so start the process by completing this application: Yoga Awakenings application

Send answers to: suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com

Yoga Awakenings Teacher Training and Yoga Intensive is a 200-hr Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance. At completion of the program, graduates are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYS). Yoga Awakenings Teacher Training Program and Yoga Intensive will help you more deeply connect with your body, tame your mind and let your spirit soar.

This program offers practical solutions both for those seeking to teach yoga and for others who simply want to deepen their yoga practice. Learn tangible therapeutic, energetic, yoga skills to help yourself or others who suffer from illness and pain, stress or a mind that won’t seem to quiet. This 200 hour program is firmly grounded in yoga philosophy. It offers very practical applications for how to teach yoga and therapeutics for healing the body. It will help you build confidence that you can apply to all areas of your life. Living and teaching from a place of authenticity and love is the heart of this program. It’s a passionate playground where awareness, inspired action and wellness skip hand-in-hand. Come and join me on the playground. You’ll laugh – I promise.

At completion of this program, you will:

  1. have practical knowledge to enable you to start teaching beginner and all-level yoga;
  2. have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of yoga therapy;
  3. have learned the history and basic philosophy of yoga. You’ll learn how to begin to teach these fundamental principles in a yoga class and/or how to apply it to your life;
  4. learn specific skills on how to become an effective and ethical yoga teacher;
  5. become a more adept yoga practitioner having learned different tools, styles and energetic practices to open the body and calm the mind.

If you have benefited from yoga and would like to share the gift, consider joining me on this spectacular journey. I welcome all inquiries and will not discriminate based on your age, weight or current profession.

This is a foundational course that is meant to help you deepen your own practice so that you can share the love (in a classroom of your own someday or in the supermarket) with others. If you are interested, please sign up today! Program starts February 19, 2016.

Namaste,

Suzanne

Click Here to Receive Your Free 26 Page Guide

Yoga for a Healthy Back Workshop – Tues, Jan. 19

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Tired of moving like a much older version of yourself? Learn how yoga can heal back pain and help you stay lively and healthy.

For ten years, I had chronic back, neck and shoulder pain from scoliosis. While yoga didn’t cure my scoliosis, it healed my body and totally relieved me from pain. My healing from this pain is why I became a yoga teacher. I love sharing these solutions with others!

Even low grade pain takes a huge toll on our bodies and zaps us from having the energy to be fully present to others and comfortable in the world.

Yoga for a Healthy Back – Tuesday, January 19   7 – 8:30 pm

In this workshop, you’ll learn how to strengthen, stretch and relax the body to address back pain. It’s important to have a mix of strengthening and stretching. For instance too little core work weakens the back. Too much core work exacerbates back pain. In addition to the muscles in the upper and lower back, we’ll learn how to target some major muscle groups that can play a big role in back pain (tight glutes and hips, weak psoas, etc.)

Learn how to care for your back and walk away with some short yoga practices that you can do at home.

Please bring a yoga mat and a blanket (that will be used for support in some of our yoga poses). If you have yoga blocks, please bring them as well. All levels welcome.

HOW TO REGISTER:

Space is limited, so early registration is greatly appreciated. I may be able to accommodate some last minute attendees. $30 per person. Please register online. You can pay by credit card online or register online and pay by cash or check in person. Make checks payable to: Suzanne Morgan. Click here to register.

Call or email me at any time to indicate your interest or with questions: 703-626-8349 or suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com.

LOCATION:

Arlington Community Church, 6040 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22205. To find our space at ACC, park in the parking lot at the back of the church. When facing the back of the church, walk around to the right side of the building. Enter the door on the right side of the building, walk up the stairs and our room is on the left side.

Yoga Teacher Training Starts Soon!

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Living and teaching from a place of authenticity and love is the heart of this program. It’s a passionate playground where awareness, inspired action and wellness skip hand-in-hand. Come and join me on the playground. You’ll laugh – I promise. – Suzanne Morgan

 

 

Click Here to Receive Your Free 26 Page Guide

Note from Suzanne

January 11, 2016

I am accepting applications now for the 2016 Yoga Awakenings Teacher Training and Yoga Intensive. Ready to change your life? Consider joining my upcoming 200 hour program which starts February 19, 2016.  Registration is limited so start the process by completing this application: Yoga Awakenings application

Send answers to: suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com

Yoga Awakenings Teacher Training and Yoga Intensive is a 200-hr Registered Yoga School with Yoga Alliance. At completion of the program, graduates are eligible to register with Yoga Alliance as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYS). Yoga Awakenings Teacher Training Program and Yoga Intensive will help you more deeply connect with your body, tame your mind and let your spirit soar.

This program offers practical solutions both for those seeking to teach yoga and for others who simply want to deepen their yoga practice. Learn tangible therapeutic, energetic, yoga skills to help yourself or others who suffer from illness and pain, stress or a mind that won’t seem to quiet. This 200 hour program is firmly grounded in yoga philosophy. It offers very practical applications for how to teach yoga and therapeutics for healing the body. It will help you build confidence that you can apply to all areas of your life. Living and teaching from a place of authenticity and love is the heart of this program. It’s a passionate playground where awareness, inspired action and wellness skip hand-in-hand. Come and join me on the playground. You’ll laugh – I promise.

At completion of this program, you will:

  1. have practical knowledge to enable you to start teaching beginner and all-level yoga;
  2. have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of yoga therapy;
  3. have learned the history and basic philosophy of yoga. You’ll learn how to begin to teach these fundamental principles in a yoga class and/or how to apply it to your life;
  4. learn specific skills on how to become an effective and ethical yoga teacher;
  5. become a more adept yoga practitioner having learned different tools, styles and energetic practices to open the body and calm the mind.

If you have benefited from yoga and would like to share the gift, consider joining me on this spectacular journey. I welcome all inquiries and will not discriminate based on your age, weight or current profession.

This is a foundational course that is meant to help you deepen your own practice so that you can share the love (in a classroom of your own someday or in the supermarket) with others. If you are interested, please sign up today! Program starts February 19, 2016.

Namaste,

Suzanne

Click Here to Receive Your Free 26 Page Guide

Make Natural Beauty Products – Ayurveda & Body Care Workshop This Saturday!

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DIY Natural Beauty Products + Ayurveda Techniques for Body Care 

Saturday, January 9 from 11 am – 2 pm

4 SPACES LEFT!

The January Ayurveda workshop promises to be full of fun: DIY Natural Beauty Products. We’ll make natural, beauty products for a fraction of the cost of store-bought. And we’ll learn about Ayurveda care of the skin.

Learn how to make natural Ayurveda beauty products without damaging chemicals, additives or dyes. We’ll make lip gloss (it’s fantastic!), a moisturizer for the face, and two nourishing formulas – one for the face and one for the body.

You’ll walk away with beauty products that you can use immediately. You’ll receive exact recipes so you can make it again for yourself or friends (great for gift-giving!). You’ll also learn natural Ayurveda techniques for skin and body care.

PLUS! I cook and serve you a healthy, nourishing lunch.

Held at my lovely home yoga studio in North Arlington, VA. Cost $50.  Please register here.

HOW TO REGISTER:

Space is limited, so early registration is greatly appreciated. I may be able to accommodate some last minute attendees. The cost is $50.

Register online here. You can pay online by credit card or bring a check or cash to class.

Call or email me with questions: 703-626-8349 or suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com.

Nourish Ayurveda and Suzanne Morgan Yoga

www.SuzanneMorganYoga.com

join me in a year of living courageously

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I absolutely love January 1. It’s such a fresh start, clean slate. Reflecting on the past year and planning for the New Year brings out my most optimistic self. And if you know me well, you know that I believe that the act of setting intentions is a powerful driving force to help us ground the mind in what we want instead of letting it wander down the dark road of our negativity biases. In fact, in just about every yoga class I teach, I invite students to set an intention for what they want to manifest, who they want to be or how they want to feel. I believe this simple task helps us bring in the light instead of forever analyzing the darkness. I believe this simple act has changed my life.

Years ago I used to make the longest lists of what I wanted to do that year. (Do notice that I said “what I wanted to do” and not “who I wanted to be”.) I got swept up in a huge bucket list of the nice-to-haves instead of the essential-to-bes.

This year my intention for myself is simple. I intend for 2016 to be my year of living courageously. Most people think courage is about being heroic. But the word courage comes from the root word coer or cor, which means heart. My aim is to live from a full heart or wholeheartedly.

Will you join me on this journey to more often….

  • walk in the sun
  • focus my time on people, ideas and tasks that fulfill me
  • take more chances
  • not resist change or reality
  • be authentic
  • be gentle and kind to myself
  • and choose to see challenges and obstacles as opportunity.

I wish you peace, love and joy for 2016.

Namaste,

Suzanne

 

 

 

DIY Apothecary: Home Remedies for Healing Workshop Sat. Dec. 12

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DIY Apothecary: Home Ayurveda Remedies for Healing – Saturday, Dec. 12, 11 am – 2 pm

The December Ayurveda workshop delivers home remedies for natural healing. We’ll create our own apothecary full of over 12 herbs and learn over 25 healing applications. You’ll learn appropriate dosing, different ways to ingest plant wisdom (infusions, aromatherapy, cooking with herbs, etc.) You’ll learn ancient herbal wisdom. Held at my lovely home yoga studio in North Arlington, VA. I’ll cook you lunch – included in the cost. Cost $45 – plus an optional and additional $30 to take home your complete apothecary. Please sign up early.

HOW TO REGISTER:

Space is limited, so early registration is greatly appreciated. I may be able to accommodate some last minute attendees. The cost of this workshop is $45. Add $30 to take home your own complete apothecary, cash or check made payable to: Suzanne Morgan. Call or email me at any time to indicate your interest or with questions: 703-626-8349 or suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com.

Nourish Ayurveda and Suzanne Morgan Yoga

www.SuzanneMorganYoga.com

Learn to Meditate Workshop: Join me this Tuesday night!

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Tuesday, December 1 from 6:30- 8 pm

Come to this 1.5 hour workshop to kick off your meditation practice. Whether you are new to meditation or struggle to meditate, I’ll answer your questions, teach you the meditation tools that work for me and guide you through a rich practice.This workshop is also great for yoga teachers or other health professionals who want to learn how to teach meditation.

I can only take 8 participants so sign up early. Held at my lovely home yoga studio in North Arlington, VA. Cost $35 per person.

HOW TO REGISTER:

Space is limited, so early registration is greatly appreciated. I may be able to accommodate some last minute attendees. The cost is $35, cash or check made payable to: Suzanne Morgan. Call or email me at any time to indicate your interest or with questions: 703-626-8349 or suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com.

Nourish Ayurveda and Suzanne Morgan Yoga

www.SuzanneMorganYoga.com

Make Natural Beauty Products – Ayurveda & Aromatherapy Workshop This Saturday!

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Nourish Ayurveda Workshop – the November Series: Aromatherapy for Healing and Making Natural Beauty Products!

Saturday, November 21 from 11 am – 2 pm

The November Ayurveda workshop promises to be full of fun: DIY Natural Beauty Products. We’ll make natural, beauty products for a fraction of the cost of store-bought. We’ll learn about Ayurveda care of the skin. Learn how to make natural Ayurveda beauty products without damaging chemicals, additives or dyes. We’ll make lip gloss (it’s fantastic!), a moisturizer for the face, and two nourishing formulas – one for the face and one for the body. You’ll walk away with beauty products that you can use immediately. You’ll receive exact recipes so you can make it again for yourself or friends (great stocking stuffers!). You’ll also get an introduction to aromatherapy, how it heals and receive recipes and guidance for proper use. Held at my lovely home yoga studio in North Arlington, VA. Cost $50. Please sign up early

HOW TO REGISTER:

Space is limited, so early registration is greatly appreciated. I may be able to accommodate some last minute attendees. The cost is $50, cash or check made payable to: Suzanne Morgan. Call or email me at any time to indicate your interest or with questions: 703-626-8349 or suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com.

Nourish Ayurveda and Suzanne Morgan Yoga

www.SuzanneMorganYoga.com

Yoga for Athletes Workshop – Tues, Nov 24 6:30 pm

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Tuesday, November 24 from 6:30- 8 pm

This special workshop helps those who are active in repetitive sports (running, cycling, etc.) recover more quickly, perform better and avoid injury. Athletes have specific physical challenges and goals. Yoga is the perfect complementary cross-training tool and support to help you enhance your strength, flexibility and endurance. Athletes often have years of tight muscles and repetitive motion to unwind. Come to this workshop to learn how to recover from intense workouts more quickly, to encourage your body to work at optimal levels and to enjoy your sports more fully. I love teaching yoga therapeutics and think that you’ll benefit from this informative and fun special workshop. I did this class earlier in 2015 and it was a big hit.

I can only take 10 participants so sign up early.

When: Tuesday, November 24 – 6:30 – 8 pm

How much: $40 per person (cash or check). Pre-registration is a must! Call or email me to reserve your space!

Where: Arlington Community Church, 6040 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22205

Come to this special workshop to:

  • Learn the one Pranayama (breathing) practice that can help you improve your speed, build your respiratory power and endurance
  • Learn yoga poses for strength and flexibility, targeting the key areas for athletes:
    • greater lower back strength
    • relieving the pain of tight hip flexors
    • build leg strength
    • enhance concentration
    • fluidity for overworked joints
  • You’ll receive handouts and a simple yoga program that you can use pre or post-workout

Cell: 703-626-8349 – Suzanne Morgan

Email: suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com

HOW TO REGISTER:

Space is limited, so early registration is greatly appreciated. I may be able to accommodate some last minute attendees. The cost is $40, cash or check made payable to: Suzanne Morgan. Call or email me at any time to RSVP and reserve your spot. Or call with questions: 703-626-8349 or suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com.

Nourish Ayurveda and Suzanne Morgan Yoga

www.SuzanneMorganYoga.com

Learn How To Meditate Workshop – Tues, Jan. 5 – 6:30 pm

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Tuesday, January 5 from 6:30- 8 pm

Come to this 1.5 hour workshop to kick off your meditation practice. Whether you are new to meditation or struggle to meditate, I’ll answer your questions, teach you the meditation tools that work for me and guide you through a rich practice.This workshop is also great for yoga teachers or other health professionals who want to learn how to teach meditation.

I can only take 8 participants so sign up early. Held at my lovely home yoga studio in North Arlington, VA. Cost $40 per person.

HOW TO REGISTER:

Space is limited, so early registration is greatly appreciated. I may be able to accommodate some last minute attendees. The cost is $40, cash or check made payable to: Suzanne Morgan. Call or email me at any time to indicate your interest or with questions: 703-626-8349 or suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com.

Nourish Ayurveda and Suzanne Morgan Yoga

www.SuzanneMorganYoga.com

Explore My November Workshops & Events

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I have so much to offer you during this transitional month of November. To sign up for any of the workshops or events, please send me an email at SuzanneMorganYoga@yahoo.com to initiate your registration or call me at 703-626-8349. If you know that you are interested in an event, indicate your interest early (pretty please!!!).

These events are listed in the chronological order. Here’s what I’ve got:

How to Meditate Workshop – Wednesday, November 11 from 6:30-8 pm

Come to this 1.5 hour workshop to kick off your meditation practice. Whether you are new to meditation or struggle to meditate, I’ll answer your questions, teach you the meditation tools that work for me and guide you through a rich practice. I can only take 8 participants so sign up early. Held at my lovely home yoga studio in North Arlington, VA. Cost $40 per person

Advanced Teacher Training Intensive – Sunday, November 15 from 11 am to 4 pm

The November Advanced Intensive is open to yogis who have completed a 200 hour teacher training program. This month’s workshop will teach you healing through mama points and energy work. I’ll also teach some key tools for healing anxiety and depression with yoga. Attendance is almost full – so contact me early if you’d like to participate. It’s a super friendly group. Held at my lovely home yoga studio in North Arlington, VA. Cost $150.

Nourish Ayurveda Workshop – the November Series: Aromatherapy for Healing and Making Natural Beauty Products! Saturday, November 21 from 11 am – 2 pm

The November Ayurveda workshop promises to be full of fun. We’ll make natural, beauty products for a fraction of the cost of store-bought. We’ll learn about Ayurveda care of the skin. You’ll walk away with beauty products that you can use immediately. You’ll receive recipes so you can make it again for yourself or friends (great stocking stuffers!). You’ll also get an introduction to aromatherapy, how it heals and receive recipes and guidance for proper use. Held at my lovely home yoga studio in North Arlington, VA. Cost $75. Please sign up early

Open House at Suzanne’s – FREE – Sunday, November 22 1pm to 3 pm

Come and join me for a cup of tea or some delicious soup. I’ll give you a few gifts to thank you for your business. My good friend and fellow yoga teacher, Karen Carter will be giving free Reiki demonstrations. You’ll also have the chance to purchase holiday gift certificates for my yoga classes and Ayurveda sessions at a discount. I’ll also have some lovely stocking stuffers for sale. Held at my lovely home yoga studio in North Arlington, VA. Free.

Yoga for Athletes Workshop – Tuesday, November 24 from 6:30 – 8 pm

I did this class earlier in 2015 and it was a big hit. This special workshop helps those who are active in repetitive sports (running, cycling, etc.) recover more quickly, perform better and avoid injury. Held at the space that I use at Arlington Community Church on Wilson Blvd. Cost $40.

HOW TO REGISTER:

Space is limited, so early registration is greatly appreciated. I may be able to accommodate some last minute attendees. The cost of each workshop or event is listed above, cash or check made payable to: Suzanne Morgan. Call or email me at any time to indicate your interest or with questions: 703-626-8349 or suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com.

Nourish Ayurveda and Suzanne Morgan Yoga

www.SuzanneMorganYoga.com

My gift to you – 40% off Prana clothes and yoga accessories

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Hello, my sweet yoga friends.

I’m a proud Prana Ambassador and I get a discount off of Prana clothes and yoga goods. I just love this company. Today I’m sharing my discount code for you to receive 40% off your purchases. My code expires after 10 uses, so if you are interested – buy now. No strings attached. I don’t receive any compensation of any kind. This is simply my gift to you.

The images are below, but in case that doesn’t come through go to the link here: Then add my code at checkout: STLB3J8ZXA

This code expires after 10 people use it, so if the code doesn’t work it’s because others have used the coupon first.

Namaste + love,

Suzanne

 

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Suzanne’s Nourishing Chai

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Instead of looking for a sugar fix, I drink this chai in the evenings as a indulgent drink. I just love it. My version is less heating than a lot of chai recipes. This has no caffeine or tea. And you’ll notice that it’s missing the typical cinnamon. I’m allergic to cinnamon. But if you like cinnamon, then add some – but not before bed. Cinnamon is too invigorating.

Suzanne’s Nourishing Chai

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of water
  • 2 tsp fennel powder
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 3 tsp cardamom powder
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 star anise
  • 4 slices of fresh ginger
  • 4 cups of cashew milk (almond milk or whole milk would be good too!)
  • maple syrup to taste

Bring water and spices to soft boil, then simmer for 5 minutes. Add cashew milk or your choice of milk, simmer for 10 minutes. Add maple syrup upon serving.

Makes 4 servings.

(Gratitude for Sweet Asrael who gave me a chai recipe that I made my own. I’m not aware of the original source)

my top 9 recommendations – herbal remedies that heal and support

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suzanneMorganBannerThose of you who are actively living a healthy lifestyle may know Banyan Botanicals. Banyan is a wonderful company where I receive a lot of my current Ayurveda products.  My friends at Banyan put together a special page of my top 9 recommendations. Check it out, here. And here’s why I love these 9 Healing Helpers:

1101_tranquil-mind-tabs_1Tranquil Mind: The name says it all!

1051_triphala-tabs_1Triphala: One of the famous Ayurveda healing herbal formulas. This is a gentle herbal detox and rejuvenation.

daily_massage_oil_groupxlarge_updatedDaily Oil Massage: Incorporating a daily self-massage with quality organic oils has been a life changing practice that grounds and nourishes me. Learn how to do abhyanga here.

3581_beauty-balmBeauty Balm: Deeply nourishing. I use it on my feet, my hands, my lips. I really adore this! It has a very, very mild nice scent of rose geranium.

 

 

1111_stress-ease-tabs_1Stress-ease: This is great for when I’m feeling fatigued, stressed or overwhelmed.

tridoshic-daily-routine-kitxlargeDaily Routine Kit: One of the best things I’ve done is create a daily grounding routine. Here is the basic kit for self-care.

5211_tongue-cleanerTongue Cleanser: Or get the tongue cleaner separately. This is a must have to remove toxins from the body in the morning. Find out why scraping the tongue facilitates great health here.

1271_i-sleep-soundly-tabs_1I Sleep Soundly: Helps me get to sleep. Completely natural and organic. No sleepy hangover.

1021_ashwagandha-tabs_1Ashwaganda: This lovely helps you resist stress, retain vital energy and promotes sound sleep.

Namaste,

Suzanne

what did chocolate say to peanut butter?

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chocolate and peanut butter“It’s time…!”

It’s time for our annual Fall Cleanse. While unfortunately chocolate and peanut butter aren’t invited, you are. If you live near Arlington, VA, come to this special Fall Cleanse Workshop on Saturday, October 10 (11 am to 2 pm) or Tuesday, October 13 (6 pm to 9 pm).

Don’t worry…this cleanse isn’t your everyday deprivation cleanse. This workshop will teach you how to nourish yourself and support your system. There are no fasts and nothing harsh. You’ll enjoy as much healthy food as you like.

Learn how to reset your body.

Get recipes.

Get inspired.

Prepare your body, mind and emotions for all the heaviness, busyness and anxiety of the Fall and Winter seasons.

SIGNS THAT YOU COULD BENEFIT FROM A FALL CLEANSE.

Do you…

  • feel sluggish, have a hard time waking up in the morning?
  • have anxiety or a lot of stress?
  • insomnia?
  • digestive problems?
  • unwelcome weight gain?
  • have mood swings?
  • have more feelings than usual of frustration, criticalness and anger?

A successful cleanse can help clear out these emotion, physical and mental imbalances.

HOW TO REGISTER:

Space is limited, so early registration is appreciated. I may be able to accommodate some last minute attendees. The cost is $75, cash or check made payable to: Suzanne Morgan.

Tell me which date in October you’d like to attend: Saturday, October 10 (11 am-2pm) OR Tuesday, October 13 (6-9pm)

Call or email me at any time to indicate your interest or with questions: 703-626-8349 or suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com.

Namaste,

Suzanne

New Recipe! Spicy Sweet Potato and Corn Chowder

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Hungry, Yoga Friends?

I just made up this recipe last night and let me tell you, this is one for the cookbook! This is a very special, but easy to make soup. It’s spicy and a touch sweet. It’s velvety but the corn adds crunch. Here’s my recipe:

Suzanne’s Spicy Sweet Potato and Corn Chowder Soup

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 a sweet onion, such as Vidalia
  • 2 Tbsp of good quality olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp good quality butter
  • Salt to taste – I probably added 1 tsp.
  • 1/2 of a fresh jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne
  • 1 tsp Old Bay
  • 5 cups of sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups of vegetable broth (good quality, you guessed it)
  • 3 cups of sweet corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup of coconut milk
  • juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1 Tbsp of maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup of chopped cilantro

Cook the onions slowly in the butter and olive oil with the salt to carmelize, about 10-15 minutes. Bloom the spices and then add the jalapeno. Cook for a few more minutes.

Turn up heat, add sweet potatoes and then broth. Cook for about 30 to 45 minutes, allowing the potatoes to fully cook. Turn off heat and blend soup with a hand immersion blender.

Turn heat back on. Add corn. Cook for about 5 minutes. Add coconut milk, lemon juice, syrup and cilantro. Cook for 3 minutes. Then you are done. Ready to serve.

Enjoy!

Namaste,

Suzanne

 

 

 

 

 

September is a great time to make positive change

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Happy Monday!

For those of you who are in the Northern Virginia area this is a friendly reminder about my September Ayurveda workshop #3. If you’d like to attend, I still have space for tomorrow’s workshop as well as Saturday, September 26.

Also, for those of you who are yoga teachers, this workshop counts towards Yoga Alliance CEU’s since I am an E-RYT 500.
Schedule for Session #3:

  • Tuesday, Sept. 15 from 6 pm to 9 pm OR
  • Saturday, Sept 26 from 11 am to 2 pm

As always, the content for each session is different. No need to have come to prior sessions

The cost for the session is the same as before, $75. Bring a friend if you like.
The theme of our third session is:  Harnessing the Transformative & Healing Powers of September

September simply is a magical month. It’s time to get down to business and commit to making positive change.

I’ll also cover the importance of good digestion for good health, why we have food cravings and how to manage them.

Come to the September workshop and learn…

  • how good digestion is the cornerstone for good health and poor digestion causes disease
  • why it’s not just important what you eat but how you eat
  • how to prepare for cold and flu seasons
  • food routines to establish and ways to prime immunity
  • simple and effective ways to quickly enhance digestion – prompting proper weight management
  • foods to eat now
  • how to take advantage of making change during this key inspirational month

I’ll also prepare you a light, healthy meal. To RSVP call 703-626-8349 or email me at suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com.

Namaste,
Suzanne

Kick Lethargy, Dullness and Indecision to the Curb – September Is All About Taking Inspired Action

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girl with dog in field2Hello, friends and yogis!

I am busting at the seams with inspiration and I’m riding on the glorious coat tails of the new season. September is simply a magical time of year. Mother Nature is giving us a grand push towards manifesting our dreams. Don’t waste it. This is not the time to snuggle up with Netflix, folks. It’s time to take inspired action.

Join me at yoga class Wednesday, September 9 – 6:30 pm

The theme is Radiance & Inspiration
Don’t waste this pivotal month by dullness, indecision and lack of focus. Kick lethargy to the curb and feel better in your body so that you can take advantage of the energy of September. It’s time to get things done – not in a hurried, scrambled fashion – but by being mindful of where we place our energy and time. Come to class tomorrow. You’ll walk away inspired and refreshed. https://suzannemorganyoga.com/classes/

And if you are ready to take on a health challenge or just want to feel better….consider scheduling a Health or Nutrition Consultation with me.
You may be aware that I just graduated with a Masters in Ayurvedic Nutrition and Digestive Issues in July. I’m now a full-fledged Ayurvedic Nutrition, Lifestyle and Health Consultant. This new work blends perfectly in with my yoga teaching. I am madly in love with helping others find better health and happiness. Might I help you?
I specialize in…

  • nutrition
  • lifestyle enhancements
  • weight-loss
  • and all digestive issues and pathologies.

If you’d like a private consultation, I’m offering an introductory rate of $49 for 49 minutes. We’ll meet at my home yoga studio at a convenient time for you (during the day, some week nights and weekends). For more information email me at suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com.

I hope you are having a great start to September. I wish you abundance and happiness.

Namaste,
Suzanne

Just got my Masters in Ayurvedic Digestion & Nutrition! Woo-hoo!

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ayurveda certificateYou may be aware that I just graduated with a Masters in Ayurvedic Digestion & Nutrition in July. I’m now a full-fledged Ayurvedic Nutrition, Lifestyle and Health Consultant. Ayurveda offers deep healing through natural methods. This new work blends perfectly in with my yoga teaching. I am madly in love with helping others find better health and happiness. Might I help you?

I specialize in…

  • nutrition
  • lifestyle enhancements
  • weight-loss
  • and all digestive issues and pathologies.

Schedule an Health or Nutrition Consultation
If you’d like a private consultation, I’m offering an introductory rate of $49 for 49 minutes. We’ll meet in person or by Skype. For more information or to schedule an appointment, email me at suzannemorganyoga@yahoo.com.

Namaste,

Suzanne

September Ayurveda Workshop: Harnessing the Transformative & Healing Powers of The Season

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40_mariposa_800Hello, my dear Ayurveda and yoga students and friends.

I’m so excited about my upcoming Ayurveda workshop #3 and want to make sure that you are invited.

Two choices of dates for the September Workshop:
  • Tuesday, Sept. 15 from 6 pm to 9 pm OR 
  • Saturday, Sept 26 from 11 am to 2 pm
As always, the content for each session is different. No need to have come to prior sessions

The cost for the session is the same as before, $75. Bring a friend if you like. But do try to register early if possible. We were at full capacity for a session in June and one in July.

The theme of our third session is: 
Harnessing the Transformative & Healing Powers of September
September simply is a magical month. It’s a month of positive change. It’s not time to hunker down with Netflix.  It’s time to get down to business and commit to making positive change. The energy of this time of year will help you manifest your goals and dreams. We’ll learn all about this.
 
In the three hour workshop, I’ll also cover the importance of good digestion for good health and great immunity. I’ll give specific ways to improve it.
Come to the September workshop and learn…
  •  how good digestion is the cornerstone for good health and poor digestion causes disease
  •  why it’s not just important what you eat but how you eat
  • how to prepare for cold and flu seasons
  • food routines to establish and ways to prime immunity
  • simple and effective ways to quickly enhance digestion – prompting proper weight management
  • foods to eat now
  • how to take advantage of making change during this key inspirational month
At my home yoga studio, I’ll cook you a light meal as we learn important skills for self-healing. Please let me know if you’d like to attend.

Namaste,
Suzanne

Learning How to Identify Imbalances Early to Manage Emotion and Resist Disease – Workshop on Tuesday!

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hydrangeasJoin me Tuesday evening July 28 from 6 to 9 pm for a special workshop at my home yoga studio in North Arlington, Virginia. The topic of the workshop is Learning How to Identify Imbalances Early to Manage Emotion and Resist Disease. We’ll have fun with hands-on demonstrations, specific life-style and food recommendations and learning how to bring balance into the body, mind and spirit naturally.

Come to this workshop and you’ll learn:

  • how imbalances in the body and mind shape our emotions, then over time shape our beliefs, then change who we are
  • how imbalances (even subtle – or seemingly insignificant from a Western medicine point of view) are really cries for awareness. The body always seeks balance and provides these skillful signs to ask us to pay attention.
  • how the skills of Ayurveda can help you identify physical, emotional and mental imbalances early
  • you’ll start to learn how to detect imbalances so that you can predict and prevent disease
  • how to create a wonderful, grounding daily routine
  • more about eating with the season and balancing the hot Pitta time of year
  • BONUS: I’ll cook you a light, healthy dinner.

I can take a few more participants. The cost is $75, cash or check made payable to: Suzanne Morgan.

What you’ll need to bring: 

Just bring your lovely self and a notebook or journal. But please try not to wear perfume. There are at least 2 of us that have chemical sensitivities. I used to adore perfume but sadly it doesn’t like me now. 😦

No prior experience in yoga or Ayurveda is necessary.

If you are interested, please email or call me soon! SuzanneMorganYoga@yahoo.com

703-626-8349

Namaste,
Suzanne

2 spots left in tomorrow night’s Nourish Ayurveda workshop: building resilience

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butterflyHello, everyone!

I have 2 more openings for tomorrow night’s Nourish Ayurveda workshop. This is part 1 of a series. The cost is $75 by check or cash. If interested, see more details here and then let me know ASAP if you’d like to attend.https://suzannemorganyoga.com/nourish-ayurveda-yoga-workshop-series/

Location:

North Arlington, VA. 22205

What to bring:
Bring a journal or a notebook. Using a new, pretty journal is a nice way to set an intention for self-care.
What you’ll receive: 
* a light meal that highlights the season and a demonstration of why they work (feel free to bring an additional snack for yourself or to share)
* recommendations for foods that balance the body during summer
* weekly exercises to build your skills in awareness (your participation is optional)
* weekly fun mindfulness techniques to bring you in right relation with nature (your participation is optional)
* sample herb that will help balance you during this season 
* a binder to hold your handouts 
* health quizzes and fun prizes!
 
Expect:
* to have fun learning practical wisdom 
* to be inspired
* to spend some time journaling and in contemplation 
* to be fully supported and held in the light
I will discuss how yoga and ayurveda work hand-in-hand and we will be practicing some meditation. I may also suggest some yoga poses, but no need to dress for yoga or bring a yoga mat.
Namaste + love,
Suzanne