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feature | the beauty issue

is generally younger and therefore, they enjoy Flow classes. In either
type of class, and really, in all our classes, there is intentional move-
ment, breathing practices and meditation. They focus on strength and
flexibility, controlled breath work, and calming the mind and nervous
system. Yoga is a Sanskrit word meaning to yoke, to join together, to
connect. The popularity of any yoga class is making that mind-body
The museum strives to enrich lives by offering art connection. The potency of it, however, also addresses our psychologi-
experiences that stimulate the senses, intrigue the cal and emotional layers.”
intellect and bring joy to the spirit.
Overall, the largest clientele at RASA is the Gentle community, who
Art Exhibits | Music | Poetry | Classes attend the Gentle yoga classes, Yin Yoga and Tai Chi. They practice con-
sistently three-plus times a week, and many have done so for over a
decade. They wholeheartedly understand and embrace the yoga bene-
fits of proactive self-health care and longevity of life. Many who choose
yoga acknowledge that in order to practice yoga and be active well into
their twilight years, it is all about connection - physically, mentally,
emotionally, and for some, spiritually.

Mariane says “As long as yoga helps people find more peace and joy
in their lives, in addition to staying healthy physically, then I cannot
imagine doing anything else.”
www.RasaYogaCenter.com
MANY MASTERPIECES

ONE ROOF
ENERGY HEALING WITH

SINGING BOWLS

It’s said that 20 minutes of sound healing equates to one hour of sleep.
So, it’s no wonder that sound bath sessions are becoming more and
more popular. I’ve experienced group sessions with both seven metal
LOCAL ART BY LOCAL ARTISTS alloy Himalayan singing bowl sessions and Crystal Signing Bowl ses-
sions. Each has a different resonance and effect. I recommend trying
Our walls and showcases are both as this is quite possibly the best $20 I’ve ever spent.
filled with original
one-of-a-kind art pieces.
ORENDA ENERGY ARTS: Located in Medford, Oregon, Karen
Jewelry | Pottery | Sculpture Parnell offers group Himalayan singing bowl and sound bath and
meditation sessions the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month. Sessions
Watercolor | Acrylic | Oil are offered at three different times on these days and reservations are
Photography | Greeting cards required. The sessions promote a sense of peace and healing on a cel-
lular level. Private sessions are also available. Follow Orenda Energy
Grants Pass Gallery One Arts on Facebook for event updates.
Museum of Art at the Museum www.facebook.com/OrendaEnergyArts
541-479-3290 541-479-1218
(Upstairs) (Downstairs) MARIA JANSSON: A non-denominational prayer practitioner
229 SW G Street | Grants Pass, OR 97526 and spiritual counselor. Maria offers group Crystal Sound Bath Sound
Healing sessions monthly at Hidden Springs in Ashland. Visit her web-
www.GPMuseum.com site to receive email notifications of upcoming events and services.

www.maria-jansson.com

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