YOGA THRIVE Participant Testimonials:
What the Yoga Program Means to Them
“Thanks for the opportunity to practice yoga under these challenging circumstances - it means an opportunity to stay deeply connected in a dynamic relationship with my body - safely.”
“I have such bad neuropathy in my toes and fingers, and poor balance as a result (from the chemo), that the yoga is really helping me to regain range of motion, strength and balance. It's also a wonderful "positive" to help cancel out all the "negatives".”
“The course has been wonderful, peaceful. Cancer is a destructive experience. You get bad news and then parts of your body get chopped off. We received the best of medical care but surgery is only the beginning. After surgery, there is a sense that something is broken and the path to mending it is not clear. Now, after yoga, both of us are beginning to feel whole again. With that sense of wholeness comes a sense of optimism. Thank you.”
“After my kidney operation, it was easy to start shutting down my whole body awareness. YCS gave me a gentle way to reconnect with my body. It helped me feel safe in my own skin.”
“When I wondered if I could hold on, you were my ‘gentle rock’ whom I looked so forward to seeing...you help towards my accepting myself and making the best of my life. I felt a sense of purpose dramatically outside of just getting through each chemo – we got our batteries recharged at Yoga Thrive! Also, a there is a feeling of peace and control, something conspicuously missing during treatment.”
“This has been a life altering experience – in only the best way! Thank you for that.”
“I have found yoga is increasing my fitness. Muscles which I normally would not use are being tested. I also find the relaxation makes me feel rejuvenated – i.e. I mellow out and have a different perspective on life.”
“The only time in my week where I left with more energy than when I arrived! That is huge at this time in my life, thank you for that.”
“ I slept much better the 2 nights after class. The breath work provided an ‘anytime’ calming strategy.” The small classes allowed for an intimate atmosphere, it felt comfortable and calming.”
“ I enjoy the anticipation of going to class, I feel energized after the class and this lasts through the next day, and my mood is more buoyant. Thank you.”