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Summer Update: “Stronger Together!”

Dear Friends,
I am “so happy” to share some exciting new developments and to provide you with some ways for us to stay connected and inspire a life lived vibrantly and fully aligned with who you are and what you love to do. 

Practice Update.  I am delighted to share with you my decision to join the Korn/Ferry International Leadership and Talent Consulting (LTC) team.  Korn/Ferry has a full breadth of Offerings and Solutons to develop top talent through the design, development and deployment of enterprise learning, executive coaching, and leadership development programs and more!

In light of this exciting career move, there are plenty of ways for us to continue to be in the practice (and play) of what is unfolding for you.  It’s easy as 1-2-3.

Won’t you join me for one or all of these personally transformative learning events?

1.  We’re Stronger Together!  Join us for this exciting, FREE event! Take advantage of the first HerExchange Tele-Summit Downloads available June 21st.  Thought Leaders give their best tips for your best life!

2.  Let’s Move!  Join me for dynamic Vinyasa Yoga Flow Classes Saturday mornings 10-11:30am at The Yoga Fusion Studio.

3.  Lead from Within!  Learn to listen deeply through an exploration of self-coaching techniques.  Transformative Life Coaching by appointment.

Hope you’re blazing the trail of your life’s purpose with the light of your inner-Summer Sun! —Carolyn

(Photo: Discovery on a morning “Inner Listening” Walk)

Winter Update: What’s In Store This Season?

Dear Friends,
There’s so much in store for us this winter. As we reflect on 2010 and prepare for all that is possible for 2011, I know one thing for certain.  I am teaming up again with some of the best partners in town to help you envision, find balance, and live fully according to your seasonal-life rhythm. 

Won’t you join us for one or all of these personally transformative learning events?

1. Now Teaching Yoga Saturday and Sunday mornings 10-11:30am at The Yoga Fusion Studio

2. Now Offering Transformative Life Coaching Sundays Monthly at Flow Yoga Center

3. FREE Book Club continues Saturday, Dec 11th 1-3pm at The Yoga Fusion Studio. Now Reading!“The Bhagavad Gita” by Eknath Easwaran and on Saturday, January 29th 1-3pm “The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali” by Sri Swami Satchidananda.

For enrollment information, click on the links provided or visit my blog under News & Events.

Hope to see you soon.  Wishing you a wonder filled winter!
Carolyn

(Photo:  2009 DC Winter Scene)

Teaching Saturdays 10AM Yoga!

Join Carolyn 10AM Saturday mornings at The Yoga Fusion Studio in Chevy Chase MD for a dynamic and evolutionary yoga flow class. 

Class Description:
Carolyn teaches in the Prana Flow ® Yoga style.  Prana Flow ® Yoga is an energetic, creative, full-spectrum approach to embodying the flow of yoga cultivated by Shiva Rea and the Global Vinyasa Collective of Teachers.  Students of all levels are empowered to experience prana – the universal source of breath, life-energy and conscious intelligence – as the navigating source of yoga practice and vital living.  Experience innovative approaches to vinyasa yoga and the state of flow within the rhythm of class. 

All classes will be held at The Yoga Fusion Studio - 4609 Willow Lane, Chevy Chase, MD 20815. (Special Introductory Offer: $10 for 10 days)
Cost: $18 per class or take advantage of various memberships and save.

To Register:
On-line Scheduler: click here
Phone: 301.656.8937
Email:

Meet Your Instructor:
Carolyn Butcher found yoga as an evolutionary way to build strength, increase flexibility, reduce stress, and create healthy life balance. She is a certified and registered yoga teacher (RYT) and is continuing studies with master vinyasa flow teacher, Shiva Rea and the Global Vinyasa Collective of Teachers toward completion of her 500 hr certification in Prana Flow ® Yoga.  Carolyn holds a BA in Psychology, MS in Leadership, and is a certified and accredited coach focusing on transformation, career and life transitions, self-discovery, and leadership development from within.  Carolyn’s hope for her clients is that they have fun, play, grow, and learn to integrate this practice of yoga as a living flow to experience greater balance, peace, and presence in everyday life.

(Photo: Statue of Hindu God Shiva meditating along the Ganges River in Rishikesh, India)

Yoga as a Living Flow - continues Dec 4th!


NEXT SESSION:
Intro to Ayurveda
with Carolyn Butcher
Saturday 12/4/2010  
From 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Ayurveda (knowledge of life) is an ancient system of healing that dates back 5,000 years and offers practices and principles for optimal health.  In this workshop you will learn about the history, roots and evolution of ayurveda, tridoshic theory and doshic type, the link to yoga, daily routines (dinacharya) and seasonal rituals to bring balance and renewal into your experience of daily life.  Take time this afternoon to tune into nature’s intelligence, your true nature, and your body’s needs to fully understand and implement ways you can live more fully according to your unique life flow.

Join us for the last in this series of workshops devoted to awaken, empower, balance, and renew your life force.  Each session includes teaching topics, tools, group discussion, meditation and movement practices to support your exploration of yoga as a living flow.

All sessions will be held at The Yoga Fusion Studio - 4609 Willow Lane, Chevy Chase, MD 20815. 

Cost: $38 per class.
 
To Register:
Phone: 301.656.8937
Email:
On-line scheduler: Workshops at TYFS

Fall Reading Club - begins Oct 16th!

FALL/WINTER READING LIST
Oct - The Heart of Yoga by TKV Desikachar
Nov - Yoga of Heart by Mark Whitwell
Dec - The Bhagavad Gita by Eknath Easwaran
Jan - The Yoga Sutras of Patanjai by Sri Swami Satchidananda

Come together with like-minded folks to discuss the books on our list.  It’s a great way to get more out of your yoga philosophy reading!

Now Reading: The Heart of Yoga by TKV Desikachar. with Carolyn Butcher
Saturday 10/16/2010   From 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

During this book discussion we will explore a central theme of the book - developing a personal yoga practice.  TKV Desikachar provides a distillation of Krishnamacharya’s - his father’s system and shares insights on his personal approach to yoga.  You are welcome to bring your questions, insights, and observations from reading this book.  We will recite and reflect on passages to fuel discussions about all elements of yoga, teachings from these yoga masters, and will enjoy a 30 minute meditation.

All discussions will be held at The Yoga Fusion Studio - 4609 Willow Lane, Chevy Chase, MD 20815.  Beginners/All levels welcome!

Cost: FREE.  **All titles can be obtained through Amazon.com or other major book-seller. 
 
To Register:
Phone: 301.656.8937
Email:
On-line scheduler: Workshops at TYFS

(Photo: Sample from “Spiritual/Yoga Philosophy” section of Carolyn’s Bookshelf)

An Invitation to Rest


Every now and then go away,
have a little relaxation,
for when you come back to your work
your judgment will be surer. 

—Leonardo Da Vinci

 

 

Restorative Yoga - An Invitation to Rest. with Carolyn Butcher
Saturday 9/18/2010   From 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join yoga teacher and coach Carolyn Butcher for this special afternoon and invitation for you to receive the benefits of “intentional rest.”  Carolyn received this Anjali Restorative Yoga sequence through teacher, creator and om time’s founder, Shannon Paige Schneider.  Anjali Restorative Yoga is a deeply restful practice where the practitioner is guided through meditations and thoughtful visualizations while the body is held and supported by bolsters, pillows, and blankets. By resting deeply, the body engages its natural ability to heal and rest. The effect is profoundly nurturing, thoughtful, and balancing. 

Each student will need to bring:
• 1, yoga mat (option to rent)
• 3, blankets (cotton, wool or blend for easy folding)
• journal and a pen

This workshop will be held at The Yoga Fusion Studio - 4609 Willow Lane, Chevy Chase, MD 20815.  Beginners/All levels welcome! 

Cost: $30. **Each student will receive a complimentary eye pillow.
 
To Register:
Phone: 301.656.8937
Email:
On-line scheduler: Workshops at TYFS

(Photo: A devotee at the temple in Udaipur, India)

Yoga as a Living Flow - begins Sept 25th!

Awaken, empower, balance, and renew your life force!  Each session includes topics, tools, group discussion, meditation and movement practices to support your exploration of yoga as a living flow.

Intro to Prana Flow ® Yoga. with Carolyn Butcher
Sat 9/25/2010   From 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM 

What makes a Prana Flow ® Yoga practice different from other vinyasa flows?  Prana Flow ® Yoga is an energetic, full-spectrum approach to embodying the flow of yoga cultivated by Shiva Rea and the Global Vinyasa Collective of Teachers. Students of all levels are empowered to experience prana (life force) as the navigating source of yoga practice and vital living.  In this workshop you will receive an introduction to the ritual wave of a prana flow class including a review of movements of prana, key kramas (actions) of poses, three part vinyasa, mandala namaskars and creative wave sequencing.  Be prepared to move, sweat, and experience a dynamic yoga flow.

Ignite Your Sva Shakti. with Carolyn Butcher
Sat 10/9/2010   From 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Turn away from the busy-ness and tune in to your inner teacher.  Sva Shakti (energy of the essential Self) is honest, authentic, empowered, and creative. Create space to explore what is emerging for you and desiring expression in the world right now.  In this workshop you will learn to tend the inner flame by designing a 30-day sadhana to support you in committing to your yoga practice both on and off the mat.  Be prepared to reflect, write, move and experience dynamic yoga flows to express the quality of your change focus.

Explore Your Sva Dharma. with Carolyn Butcher
Sat 10/30/2010   From 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Exploring your Sva Dharma (sva - essential Self; dharma - inherent purpose) involves a deep investigation of your essence, core values, and saying Yes! to what matters to enhance your evolutionary life flow.  In this workshop you will learn to inquire into your true nature and deeply connect with your life’s purpose through the practices of peer coaching, journaling, movement, meditation, and use of the “vision and values explorer” tool.  Be prepared to reflect, write, move and design action to more fully express who you are in the world.

Intro to Ayurveda. with Carolyn Butcher
Sat 12/4/2010   From 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Ayurveda (knowledge of life) is an ancient system of healing that dates back 5,000 years and offers practices and principles for optimal health.  In this workshop you will learn about the history, roots and evolution of ayurveda, tridoshic theory and doshic type, the link to yoga, daily routines (dinacharya) and seasonal rituals to bring balance and renewal into your experience of daily life.  Take time this afternoon to tune into nature’s intelligence, your true nature, and your body’s needs to fully understand and implement ways you can live more fully according to your unique life flow.

All sessions will be held at The Yoga Fusion Studio - 4609 Willow Lane, Chevy Chase, MD 20815. 

Cost: $20-38 per class or $120 for all four. **Take one or all modules and learn to integrate yoga as a living flow.
 
To Register:
Phone: 301.656.8937
Email:
On-line scheduler: Workshops at TYFS

Meet Your Instructor:
Carolyn Butcher found yoga as an evolutionary way to build strength, increase flexibility, reduce stress, and create healthy life balance. She is a certified and registered yoga teacher (RYT) and is continuing studies with master vinyasa flow teacher, Shiva Rea and the Global Vinyasa Collective of Teachers toward completion of her 500 hr certification in Prana Flow ® Yoga.  Carolyn holds a BA in Psychology, MS in Leadership, and is a certified and accredited coach focusing on transformation, career and life transitions, self-discovery, and leadership development from within.  Carolyn’s hope for her clients is that they have fun, play, grow, and learn to integrate this practice of yoga as a living flow to experience greater balance, peace, and presence in everyday life.

A Mother’s Love


A mother’s love for her child is like nothing else in the world. It knows no law, no pity, it dares all things and crushes down remorselessly all that stands in its path.  —Agatha Christie

REFLECTION: I held the privilege of teaching a most amazing group of yogis tonight at The Yoga Fusion Studio in Chevy Chase, MD.  It’s such an incredible, nurturing space.  I am reminded again and again of the strength building, peace cultivating, and karmic (or pattern) burning process the experience that some practices can be. This group worked with focus and the perfect balance of effort and ease.  They transformed not only their individual energy but also the energy of the collective space.  I too was transformed in their presence.  And in the silence… after their “hard” work was done, this simple message came to me: 

Day-to-day… Do you dwell in a vibration of fear or love?  Choose love. 

Do you create stress or cultivate relaxation?  Choose relaxation. 

Such a simple teaching.  Such an obvious choice.  The warmth and the grace of this space reminds me of none other than… a (my) Mother’s Love.

(Photo: Taken by Grandpop, my Mother’s Dad a long time ago)

Transform With Us - this Fall!

THIS FALL…
Yoga Saturdays at The Yoga Fusion Studio!

Lead From Within! Self-Discovery Workshops with Carolyn at Flow Yoga Center!

Transform, Heal, & Discover with Dr. Marie Rodriquez at lil omm!

Yoga as a Living Flow Series at The Yoga Fusion Studio!

Dear Friends, We hope you can join us this fall to explore, transform & discover!  To your radiance! 

Our Highest Regards, Carolyn, Dr. Marie Rodriguez, the community at The Yoga Fusion Studio, Flow Yoga Center & lil omm

September
Saturdays - 10-11:30AM Prana Flow Yoga at The Yoga Fusion Studio (TYFS)
Sunday 9.12 - 1-3PM Lead from Within: Explore the Inner Life! at Flow
Saturday 9.18 - 1-3PM An Invitation to Rest: Restorative Yoga at TYFS
Saturday 9.25 - 1-3PM Intro to Vinyasa Flow Yoga at TYFS

October
Saturdays - 10-11:30AM Prana Flow Yoga at The Yoga Fusion Studio (TYFS)
Sunday 10.3 - 1-3PM Get Grounded with Carolyn & Dr. Marie Rodriguez at lil omm
Saturday 10.9 - 1-3PM Ignite Your Sva Shakti at TYFS
Sunday 10.10 - 1-3PM Lead from Within: Find Your Flow! at Flow
Saturday 10.30 - 1-3PM Explore Your Sva Dharma at TYFS
Sunday 10.31 - 1-3PM Open Your Heart with Carolyn & Dr. Marie Rodriguez at lil omm

November
Saturdays - 10-11:30AM Prana Flow Yoga at The Yoga Fusion Studio
Saturday 11.6 - 1:30-3:30PM Lead from Within: The Hero’s Journey! at Flow
Sunday 11.7 - 1-3PM The Sky’s the Limit with Carolyn & Dr. Marie Rodriguez at lil omm

To Register:
Yoga Saturdays - Classes at TYFS
Self-Discovery Workshops with Carolyn - Workshop, Series & Events at Flow
Personal Transformation Workshops with Carolyn & Dr. Marie Rodriquez - Workshops & Events at lil omm
Yoga as a Living Flow - Workshops at TYFS

(Photo: Fire spinning at onecommonunity.org Rejuvenation Retreat ‘10)

Teaching Saturdays 10AM Yoga

Join Carolyn Saturdays 10:00-11:30AM at The Yoga Fusion Studio in Chevy Chase MD for a dynamic and evolutionary yoga flow class. 

Class Description:
This 1.5 hour class will be taught in the Prana Flow ® Yoga style.  Prana Flow ® Yoga is an energetic, creative, full-spectrum approach to embodying the flow of yoga cultivated by Shiva Rea and the Global Vinyasa Collective of Teachers.  Students of all levels are empowered to experience prana – the universal source of breath, life-energy and conscious intelligence – as the navigating source of yoga practice and vital living.  Experience innovative approaches to vinyasa yoga and the state of flow within the rhythm of class. 

All classes will be held at The Yoga Fusion Studio - 4609 Willow Lane, Chevy Chase, MD 20815. (Special Introductory Offer: $10 for 10 days)
Cost: $18 per class or take advantage of various memberships and save.

To Register:
On-line Scheduler: click here
Phone: 301.656.8937
Email:

Meet Your Instructor:
Carolyn Butcher found yoga as an evolutionary way to build strength, increase flexibility, reduce stress, and create healthy life balance. She is a certified and registered yoga teacher (RYT) and is continuing studies with master vinyasa flow teacher, Shiva Rea and the Global Vinyasa Collective of Teachers toward completion of her 500 hr certification in Prana Flow ® Yoga.  Carolyn holds a BA in Psychology, MS in Leadership, and is a certified and accredited coach focusing on transformation, career and life transitions, self-discovery, and leadership development from within.  Carolyn’s hope for her clients is that they have fun, play, grow, and learn to integrate this practice of yoga as a living flow to experience greater balance, peace, and presence in everyday life.

(Photo: Statue of Hindu God Shiva meditating along the Ganges River in Rishikesh, India)

Citizen Effect 30-Day Challenge begins July 1st!

The DC yoga community is coming together over one incredible cause, building a foster home for children in South Africa. The goal of this movement is to raise $25,000 to match the funds already contributed by The Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project. The total money raised will support a local NGO in South Africa dedicated to caring for orphans, abandoned and vulnerable children.

How It Works:
1. JOIN
Donate $30 to Citizen Effect and challenge yourself to 30 days of yoga! You will receive a pass to track your practice that can be used at participating studios in the DC area. Sign up by visiting: https://citizeneffect.org/yogachallenge

2. COMMIT
Pledge your fundraising goal!
Sign up at: http://citizeneffect.org/cp_applications/new and complete “I pledge to raise $___ during my 30-Day Yoga Challenge” in the comments box.

3. CONNECT
Ask your friends and family to sponsor your challenge using your Citizen Effect project page! Citizen Effect will provide you with your own fundraising page with information about your project so sponsors can donate online and track your progress.

4. IMPACT
Change the lives of orphaned and abandoned children in South Africa! 100% of funds raised, less credit card fees, will be used to build a foster home in South Africa. To learn more about the children and this project, visit: http://www.citizeneffect.org/projects/yogachallenge

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