The Gut–Stress Connection

A 5-Class Series for Digestive Health & Stress Does your digestion change when your stress levels rise? Maybe you notice bloating or digestive discomfort during stressful periods. Maybe your stomach feels tight when you're worried, or your digestion seems to change when life becomes overwhelming. Your gut and brain are in constant communication. Stress can influence how your digestive system functions, yet many of us have never explored that connection—or learned practical ways to work with our body's response. That's what we'll explore together at Inspire Yoga & Wellness. Understand what's happening in your body This six-class series explores the relationship between digestion, stress, and the nervous system through movement, breathing practices, meditation, and relaxation. Rather than simply talking about stress and digestion, you'll have the opportunity to experience practical techniques and learn how to incorporate them into your everyday life. What you'll experience • Understand the gut–stress connection. Explore how stress and your body's responses can influence digestion. • Work with your body, not just your thoughts. Experience movement and body-awareness practices designed around the focus of the series. • Explore the power of your breath. Learn breathing practices that can help you work with your response to stress. • Make time for relaxation and awareness. Experience meditation and relaxation practices as part of a broader approach to well-being. • Build your own practical toolkit. Become familiar with techniques you can continue exploring at home. Why a five-class series? Because learning a technique once isn't the same as becoming familiar with it. Across six classes, we'll have time to explore different practices, notice our experiences, and build a routine you can continue beyond the studio. The goal is not just to attend a class. It's to understand your body better, experience the practices, and learn ways to work with yourself in everyday life. Who is this for? This series is for anyone who wants to explore the relationship between stress and digestion, become more aware of their body's responses, and discover practical approaches to supporting their well-being. Event details The Gut–Stress Connection: A 5-Class Series for Digestive Health & Stress • Dates: October 25, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 2026 • Time: Sundays, 10:00–11:15 AM • Location: Inspire Yoga & Wellness Studio • Address: 1100 Nerge Rd., Suite 208, Elk Grove Village, IL • Investment: $129 for all five classes Registration is for the complete series. Understand your body. Experience the practices. Learn how to use them in everyday life. Reserve your place and join us at Inspire Yoga & Wellness.