Self Care Circle - Winter Pause - Yoga, Intention & Seasonal Wellbeing

Self Care Sessions are heartmade curated practices dedicated to bringing you back home to yourself. Gather within the changing seasons with Victoria Waits for her Self Care Circle, a wholesome workshop dedicated to bringing you back home to yourself, held in connection with those around you. For our practice in December, we come together to honour the Winter Solstice, the arrival of the quietest season and the gentle return of the light. This is a magical time to pause amidst the holiday bustle, rest your spirit and gather in circle to nurture deep peace, warmth and restoration. This 90-minute practice is designed to rebalance your body, mind and heart. Think of it as a gentle reminder to breathe, a hug that holds you tight and a warm opportunity to sit with how you are navigating life at this moment in time. With down to earth inclusive guidance, eastern philosophies and techniques to help you within your self care journey, poetic visuals and prompts for self inquiry, this is the perfect place to recharge. Our practice together offers a harmonious blend of seasonal modalities with yoga as our foundation: Restorative Winter Yin Yoga - Deeply comforting, fully supported floor postures designed to release deep-seated physical tension, warm the joints, and encourage complete surrender. TCM Insights & The Essence of Water - Honouring the depth of winter through the Kidney and Bladder meridians, learning how to preserve vital energy, build inner reserves and cultivate stillness. Winter Meditation - A soothing guided journey focusing on quiet reflection, releasing the past year, and gently welcoming the return of hope and light. Candlelit Nidra & Sound Bath - Deeply restful guided sleep relaxation surrounded by candlelight, tibetan singing bowls and festive, grounding oils like sweet orange, clove and pine. MONTHLY SESSIONS Sunday 13th December 11.00am-12.30pm The Fold, Carthouse, Bransford. Limited space, adults only session. £25.00 per person This practice is based indoors within the beautiful, warm beamed space of the Cart House at The Fold. With an onsite organic cafe, artisan shops, nature trail and free parking, you really can create the perfect self-care day. Inclusive to all. Nature Altar – To celebrate the season and our circle. Please bring something to add to it upon arrival (such as winter foraged items, a crystal, a photo or something special to you). Embody seasonal themes with movement and yoga. Hand picked seasonal crystals sourced and gifted by Fern & Clay. Guided relaxation with subtle wisps of warming/earthen essential oils. Oracle card insights as we close our practice. Open to all levels (ages 18+). No experience necessary, all abilities welcome; modifications and optional adaptations are gently given within the session. Take away a homemade personal self-care gift bag to keep you inspired for the rest of the month. What to Bring: Please bring a yoga mat, cozy blankets, thick socks, cushions (bolster & blocks if you have them), and wear warm, comfortable clothing suitable for the season. Join Victoria for an immersive experience where you will be safely held and guided through a heartmade session created with grounding, balance, and graceful release in mind. As the deeper autumn weather sets in, we focus on gathering our inner strength and preparing our landscape for the quieter months ahead. I look forward to seeing you very soon, V x