NFP Monthly Nourished Woman Gathering - Theme: Creating Inner Ease

A monthly experience designed to bring women together in a warm, supportive space for connection, reflection, education and inspiration. The Nourished Woman Gathering is a monthly experience designed to bring women together in a warm, supportive space for connection, reflection, education and inspiration. Each session begins seated in circle with a guided mindfulness or meditation practice to help you slow down and arrive more fully in the moment. From there, we’ll explore nutrition, lifestyle and supplement education on a specific health and wellness topic, followed by open conversation with optional sharing with thoughtful prompts to encourage connection and insight. Light snacks, herbal tea, and water will be provided as we settle into a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Occasional elements such as journaling, aromatherapy, gentle movement or simple food demonstrations may be woven in to deepen the experience. This is a space to be seen, heard, supported, and inspired, just as you are. Our Theme: Creating Inner Ease This month, we’ll gently explore what creates a sense of ease in our daily lives... physically, mentally, and emotionally - and how small shifts in awareness, movement, and our relationship with stress can influence our overall well-being. Rather than focusing on fixing or changing anything, this evening invites you to slow down, tune inward, and discover simple ways to soften tension and create more space for ease. Through simple practices, reflection, education, and shared conversation, we’ll create space for greater calm, connection, and a deeper sense of ease within. NFP Orleans Gatherings will be hosted by Laura Duff, Holistic Nutritionist: Laura is a holistic nutritionist and fitness instructor as well as the manager of Natural Food Pantry, Orleans. Laura has over twenty years of experience in the wellness industry and is passionate about education and building community. She is dedicated to making health and wellness accessible to everyone no matter where they are in life. Laura’s main areas of interest are women’s health, stress management and lifestyle support, and strength and mobility training. NFP Barrhaven Gathering will be hosted by Natasha Villeneuve: Natasha Villeneuve, Holistic Nutritionist & Nia Dance Fitness Instructor is the lead of our Natural Food Pantry Education Initiative. Natasha is dedicated to educating, guiding and empowering people toward optimal health and well-being. With over twenty-five years in the health and wellness industry, Natasha has gained a positive reputation within the community as a nutritional consultant, speaker, Nia teacher and workshop facilitator and has provided nutrition and health presentations for various businesses, corporations and events. Natasha's main focus and interest are in the areas of digestion, women’s health, mindful eating, movement, and brain health.