Acupressure is an ancient healing art and self-help tool. It can offer great relief with no side effects to help you feel your best. You will learn specific points to help relieve stress, anxiety, and insomnia. They are easy to do and can fit flawlessly into your day. Participate online from the comfort of home. You will receive an email a few days before class with the video conference link and the instructor's handout.

Acupressure is an ancient healing art that involves applying gentle pressure to specific points on the body to support overall balance and well-being. In this workshop, you’ll learn techniques that may help support relief from common symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, bloating, headaches, irritability, insomnia, anxiety, and even weight gain. We’ll also learn which points balance hormone levels naturally, including thyroid hormones. In addition, we’ll discuss breathing techniques, key nutritional considerations, and more. Acupressure is a wonderful self-help tool that will help you feel your best. Participate online from the comfort of home. You will receive an email a few days before class with the video conference link and the instructor's handout.

There are over 30 individual muscles on each side of your face, all of which can be strengthened and toned, just like arm or leg muscles. Facial exercises may help support muscle tone and circulation, which can contribute to a more refreshed appearance. In this workshop, you’ll learn simple techniques that may help: Soften the appearance of frown and forehead lines Improve the look of lines around the mouth, known as 'puppet mouth' Support a firmer-looking neckline Enhance the appearance of fuller cheeks Reduce the look of puffiness around the eyes Promote circulation and lymphatic flow You’ll leave with easy exercises you can incorporate into your routine to support a healthy, revitalized look. A regular teaspoon and your favorite facial moisturizer will be needed for some of the exercises. Participate online from the comfort of home. You will receive an email a few days before class with the video conference link and the instructor's handout.

Slow down and connect with nature through the practice of forest bathing. Inspired by the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, forest bathing is a slow, mindful practice, that encourages connecting with nature through the senses. Research shows that spending time in nature has many benefits including decreasing stress, lowering blood pressure, and improving mood. As a Certified Forest Therapy Guide, Mary will offer a series of invitations to explore a deeper connection with nature and with yourself. Please dress comfortably and bring a water bottle. In the event of inclement weather, participants will be notified via text message (opt-in required during account creation). This program is offered in partnership with the City of Rogers Parks & Recreation.

Did you know there are alternative approaches to support weight loss without relying on diet pills or extreme dieting? Group hypnosis uses guided suggestions to encourage healthier eating habits and help you manage portions in a way that supports your goals and maintain your desired weight. Do you have the desire, but not the willpower, to stop smoking? Through guided imagery and relaxation techniques, hypnosis can help reduce cravings and support your journey toward becoming smoke-free—often with little, if any, withdrawal symptoms or cravings. Find your way out of the smoky haze! Class Schedule: 5:45 pm: Check-in 6:00 pm: Introduction for both smoking and weight loss participants (all must attend) 7:00–7:45 pm: Weight loss hypnosis (smoking participants will have a break) 7:50–8:45 pm: Smoking hypnosis Please bring a blanket and pillow for comfort. Participants are welcome to sit or lie down during the hypnosis portion of the class.

In the past, you may have been able to lose weight by simply reducing calories or increasing exercise. However, many people find that over time, progress slows and the scale becomes more difficult to move. The good news is that you could lose up to 20 pounds in a year—without eating less. By improving daily habits, you may be able to rev up your metabolism to burn more calories, support fat loss, increase energy, and feel stronger and more fit over time. In this class, you’ll learn 20 simple, practical strategies you can incorporate into your daily routine to help support a healthy metabolism. Participate online from the comfort of home. You will receive an email a few days before class with the video conference link and the instructor's handout.

Ever had a day where you can’t stop eating? Do you crave starches, snack foods, and sweets and find the more you eat, the more you want to eat? Is your snacking out of control? In this workshop, we will discuss a two-week plan that will STOP your cravings (no kidding!), help you lose weight and help keep your insulin levels balanced. Overcoming carb cravings is not a matter of willpower, but a matter of biology. Stop the vicious cycle of food craving and weight gain. No hype–just the facts. Participate online from the comfort of home. You will receive an email a few days before class with the video conference link and the instructor's handout.

Have you ever caught sight of your reflection in a window or mirror to see that your head leads the way? Or noticed that your shoulders and upper back are too rounded forward? These common posture habits can develop over time—but they can also be improved. In this workshop, you’ll learn simple techniques to improve posture and stand straighter. We’ll practice exercises designed to help strengthen the upper back, un-round shoulders, and flatten your midsection. We’ll also explore ways to reduce the risk of osteoporosis and regain bone mass, including: Current insights on nutrition, minerals, and trace minerals Foods that may help support or hinder bone health Lifestyle habits that can contribute to maintaining bone strength over time Wear loose, comfortable clothing for movement. A resistance band is required for some of the exercises. Participate online from the comfort of home. You will receive an email a few days before class with the video conference link and the instructor's handout.

Diabesity is a condition in which too much belly fat leads a person to have symptoms ranging from mild blood sugar imbalance to full-blown diabetes. Whether you have a little extra weight around the middle, insulin resistance, or type 2 diabetes, the root cause of ALL these conditions is the same -- problems with our diet and lifestyle, and exposure to environmental toxins. Most treatments focus on the downstream symptoms (elevated levels of glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure, triglycerides) and never get to why your levels are too high and how to change them. The good news is all of this can be reversed. Learn how to work with your doctor to help restore your body to health. A few days before class, you will receive an email with the video conference link and the instructor's handout.

Your body is constantly renewing itself, producing about about 330 billion new cells, which means 3.8 million cells are replaced every second! This ongoing process is an opportunity to make every system in your body healthier. Your daily habits—especially what you eat and how you care for your body—play an important role in supporting overall health. The quality of the cells your body produces depends in part on the nutrients and conditions available. Research suggests that lifestyle choices can influence how our bodies function over time, sometimes making a noticeable difference in how we feel as we age. You can be 50 and have the physiology of a 30-year-old, and vice versa, depending on how well you take care of yourself. In this workshop, you’ll learn simple, practical steps you can take now to support the health of your body’s systems—both today and in the future. Because when it comes to long-term well-being, small, consistent choices can add up. Nothing beats good health! Participate online from the comfort of home. You will receive an email a few days before class with the video conference link and the instructor's handout.

Are you finding that no matter how well you watch what you eat or how much you exercise, the weight is not budging? For some individuals, hormonal factors may play a role in how the body stores and uses energy. Until imbalances are corrected, trying to lose weight will be like shoveling sand against the tide. In this class, we’ll discuss: Which hormones are involved and what can be done to correct imbalances Concrete solutions for controlling appetite and cravings Major sources of hormone mimicking chemicals and how to get rid of them What HRT or birth control pills have to do with weight gain How to have your hormone levels checked reliably What steps need to be taken to safely break the vicious cycle of hormone related weight gain You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of how hormones may affect weight and practical steps to support your overall health and well-being. Participate online from the comfort of home. You will receive an email a few days before class with the video conference link and the instructor's handout.