“Aiko is a gifted teacher who creates a safe space for participants to practice vulnerability. When I attended my first workshop with Aiko in January 2022, I was very new to mindfulness practice and meditation.  Since then, I have attended several of her workshops and have found them invaluable. I have learned so much about paying attention to my body, noticing dysregulation when it arises, being curious about conditioned reactions I might have, (and their underlying causes), and holding myself with care during times of stress and transition. Because of Aiko’s teachings, I have learned that I have a choice in how I respond to everything in the world, and that I can choose compassion and connection while also staying aligned with my values and needs. Aiko’s workshops have provided me with tools to better connect with myself, to set boundaries with others, and to manage conflict in my relationships. I can’t wait to see what she offers next!”

UPCOMING CLASSES

Drop in Mindful Circle

Tuesdays: Dec 20th, 27th and January 3rd @ 7:30 - 9pm

Come take a break from the crazy end of year planning-rushing-doing-trance to take a mindful break. This is a great opportunity to nourish yourself by self connecting and being in community. The evening will open with a circle where folks can check in and report anything that they want held by the group (optional), followed by a guided 30 minute meditation and Q and A time, closing with a talk on a theme that emerges from the shares.

Bringing Mindfulness into Making Decisions

Monday Series: January 9th, 16th & 23rd @ 7:30-9:30pm

Decisions are at the root of everything that we do. From the mundane choices of what to wear or eat, to prioritizing and tackling the to-do list, to the big life questions such as whether to stay in a career or relationship… We are making decisions all the time! To add to this, the decisions that we make today drive actions that create our tomorrow! The pressure to “get it right” can be stressful and cause overwhelm. It's no surprise that we often get caught in analysis-paralysis. Ironically, while the pros and cons list might bring a temporary sense of relief, this overthinking is the very thing that gets in the way of finding clarity. It keeps us stuck in the theoretical versus the experiential realm, the place where reliable and accurate information is found.

Designing the Life that You Want

january 29th retreat 10am - 3pm

This in person retreat will be an opportunity to reflect on what brings about a sense of purpose, aliveness and joy into our lives as a community! We will use meditation, journal prompts, and art to create a tangible “intentions map” that will serve as a guideline for 2023 decisions and actions.

Offered on a sliding scale donation of $175 - $150