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Now retired, Marjorie McCoy was in Modern Society, Foundations of In a typical yoga class, we practice
Yoga the editor for the Women’s Page at Meditation, and Yin Yoga. I confess movement, breath, mindfulness,

that when I study, practice, and teach, and meditation. At first, it can be
Ro’s the Standard Freeholder for 10 years. I feel my best. uncomfortable to sit and rest as it is the
She also managed volunteers at the
Canadian Red Cross for 20 years and Marjorie applauds and admires nature of the mind to wander, but with
is an active volunteer at Hospice in my determination. She asked about practice, you cultivate more energy

By Rosanne Fortier Cornwall. During our chat, we drilled the spiritual aspect of yoga because and more peace. You may notice that
down this question: What and where she can sense something but has you have less frustration in your day-
would one start to know what yoga is difficulty understanding what it is, to-day and in this sense, yoga can lift
all about, in your opinion? mostly because she cannot touch it your spirits and feel spiritual.

First, I will speak to my personal or feel it, and her mind wanders all According to Psychology Today
experience. A curious and active over the place. “Since starting yoga, Canada, meditation has been shown
individual, managing my life was not I have learned to think differently to increase focus, reduce stress, and
always this easy. When I needed help, about things and about people. There promote calmness. It can also help
I turned to the professionals. I started is an influence now with negativity people recognize and accept negative
to better understand myself through that I have little patience for. This is emotions - especially when it is done
arjorie, a yoga practitioner, the part I cannot explain. A year ago, in combination with mindfulness
Masked me recently if anyone counseling, which helped me set a
healthy foundation. Then, I found a I would have mocked the whole idea. practices that keep people grounded
has ever interviewed me for Sports relaxation-meditation class and from But there is more to it than movement in experiencing the present.
Energy? The short answer is no, but I there I began to study and acquire and breathwork.”
am interested. She explained, “You’re Quote du Jour: “The spiritual aspect
certificates in the art of wellness.
obviously dedicated to your practice, Over a period of 25 years, I obtained I agree with Marjorie. Practicing of yoga emphasizes the attainment
and it would be nice to learn more yoga does have a positive influence on of peace and clarity of mind, while
certifications in Reiki, Neurolinguistic
about your experience.” I graciously Programming, Shamanism, Intro to your daily life. It opens your awareness perfecting the posture is of secondary
accepted and the following is what Ayurveda & Massage, Mindfulness and your capacity for selfcare - importance.” Himalayan Yoga
transpired from our conversation. physical, mental, and emotional. Institute

Warner Insurance presents
Member of the Month

anie Connelly
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Janie Connelly
Janie has been a member of our local OSGA for a
number of years. She has competed in many events,
including euchre, bid euchre, golf, and carpet bowling.
This year, Janie competed at the Eastern Regional
Games playing Bid Euchre. She enjoys meeting new
people and socializing with friends at the events.
Other Interests
Janie enjoys gardening, golfing, playing cards and board games, camping,

traveling, and dining out. She also loves going to the casino and spending
time with her loving companion dog, Lizzie.
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