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Reflections on a Year of Challenges and Growth: Coping and Connecting Amidst the Pandemic

In this poignant piece, Michelle Johnson shares her experiences of being grounded for a year during the pandemic, cherishing moments with loved ones, embracing innovative ways of connecting with others online, and finding gratitude in the midst of fear and loss, while also celebrating her mother's well-being and the gift of time together.

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Native American History Month Homework

Tejal Yoga's November newsletter addresses National American Indian Heritage Month, Thanksgiving Day's origins, and provides resources and prompts for learning about Indigenous Peoples and supporting affected communities.

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Feeling Silenced + Yoga is Dead

A reflection on the aftermath of the "Yoga is Dead" podcast, discussing how negative feedback led to personal growth and the importance of speaking up in the face of injustice and discrimination.

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Complexity of Spiritual Bypassing

In this email addressed to yoga teachers, the author discusses the importance of engaging in a thoughtful conversation on the complexity of Spiritual Bypassing and Spiritual Texts, providing resources to gain background knowledge and inviting teachers to share their thoughts and comments on the topic via Instagram and YouTube.

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Wellness isn't welcoming in Today.com

The author shares updates on their mother's recovery, a published article on Today.com about wellness and toxic positivity, thoughts on ancestry and toppling statues, and introduces a new program on the 7 primary chakras.

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Actions to fight the good fight

Embrace the call to action, switch to diverse resources, engage in socially conscious conversations, and join in the journey towards social justice and lasting change in the second half of 2020.

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Take time for two things today

In the face of challenges, find strength in dedicating your breath to others and take time for personal reflection, appreciating the nostalgia of summers past and embracing new practices.

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A different approach to moving forward

A different approach to moving forward: Reflecting on a weekend of intensity and connection during a Virtual Wellness Experience, the writer emphasizes the importance of individual action and collective change in addressing racial inequity, while finding solace in yoga and meditation as coping mechanisms and ways to support the community.

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