DANCE|SWEAT|SOUND

Come join us for a 60MIN experience of dancing, sweating, and sounds at Long Live Roxbury! Get ready to vibe to the beat and break a sweat, with Michelle of SoulFire Movement and immerse yourself in a calming sound bath jourey with Nyell Wellness. This in-person event will leave you feeling energized and alive.

We invite you to enjoy the Taproom after class. Nourishment provided by Vaz & Mac Tex-Mex Food Truck.

What To Bring: Sneakers, a yoga mat, towel, water and any meditative tool such as photo, crystals, essential oils, etc. (Not required)

See you there!

Mindfulness Movement and Meditation for the Harm Reduction Community: In recent years, the harm reduction community has increasingly recognized the importance of incorporating mindfulness practices into their work. Mindfulness movement and meditation can be powerful tools for individuals seeking to reduce harm in their lives, whether that harm stems from substance use, mental health challenges, or other sources of distress. By cultivating mindfulness, individuals can develop greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and emotional regulation, which can in turn support their efforts to make healthier choices and reduce harm.

Benefits of Mindfulness Movement and Meditation: Mindfulness movement, such as yoga or tai chi, and meditation practices have been shown to have a range of benefits for individuals in the harm reduction community.

These practices can help individuals to:

- Reduce stress and anxiety.

- Improve emotional regulation.

- Enhance focus and concentration .

- Increase self-awareness and self-compassion .

Develop greater resilience in the face of challenges by incorporating mindfulness movement and meditation into their daily routines, individuals can cultivate a sense of inner peace and well-being that can support them in making positive changes in their lives.

How to Incorporate Mindfulness into Harm Reduction: There are many ways that individuals in the harm reduction community can incorporate mindfulness practices into their lives.

Some suggestions include:

- Starting a daily mindfulness meditation practice, even if it is just for a few minutes each day.

- Participating in a mindfulness movement practice, such as yoga or tai chi, to cultivate a sense of physical and emotional well-being.

- Attending mindfulness workshops or retreats to deepen their practice and connect with others in the community.

Using mindfulness techniques, such as deep breathing or body scans, to manage stress and anxiety in challenging situations By incorporating mindfulness into their lives, individuals in the harm reduction community can develop greater self-awareness and self-compassion, which can support them in making healthier choices and reducing harm.

Conclusion: Mindfulness movement and meditation can be powerful tools for individuals in the harm reduction community seeking to reduce harm in their lives. By cultivating mindfulness, individuals can develop greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and emotional regulation, which can support their efforts to make positive changes. By incorporating mindfulness practices into their daily routines, individuals can cultivate a sense of inner peace and well-being that can support them in their journey towards healing and growth.

Learn more about our partners:

Long Live Roxbury

https://www.longlivebeerworks.com/boston

Michelle Turner-Young

Dancer & Founder of SoulFire Movement, LLC

www.soulfiremovement.com

Nyell Jeudy

Founder of Nyell Wellness

Consultant and Certified Wellness Coach

www.nyellsmindfulnessservices.com

www.letsreflect.org

Host or Publisher MICHELLE