Community Yoga

We held our first yoga session for our 2024 programming! This time, we decided to hold a nighttime flow with Dasia of Maywood! Dasia has held local yoga with Maywood’s Park District and also special K-Pop yoga sessions. We are so glad to invite Dasia in!

During this session, Dasia led the group through a series of gentle poses before she got into the flow for tonight. The flow was simple yet effective, using cat and cow poses. In the end, Dasia told us the importance of Shavasana, the entire purpose is to lay still. Although it may be uncomfortable, we must listen to our bodies and provide time for rest, Dasia said.

Thank you to our participants who came out last night!

Vulnerability at PMSA Mental Health Club

This week, we were back at PMSA’s Mental Health Club! Chris Chambliss of the Nehemiah Community Project held a conversation on vulnerability. He explained the importance of vulnerability not only within relationships, but the importance of being vulnerable with yourself and being honest of your healing and capacity.

We are so excited to continue our mental health workshops directly with the students. Thank you Chris and PMSA for partnering with us!

Healthy Relationships at PMSA Mental Health Club

This week, we had the pleasure of coming back to PMSA’s mental health club to offer more programming. For this session, we partnered with Remona of INellas Restoration Center to talk about healthy relationships. The students talked with Remona on what are healthy relationships, the types of relationships and their thoughts on what it takes to be in a healthy relationship. We are so grateful for the partnerships with local nonprofits we’ve been able to bring in for the students at PMSA

See you next semester!

Community Talk: Vulnerability for Men

This week we hosted our last community talks for this season. Chris Chambliss of The Nehemiah Community Project held space for men to talk about the importance of vulnerability. He communicated the importance of being vulnerability, especially with other men. Mens mental health is very important, as there is a stigma associated and it is not talked about often.

Thank you Chris and to those who participated!

Progress Over Perfection at PMSA Mental Health Club

Another successful week with PMSA’s Mental Health Club! This week, Sarah of Yo Soy Ella, talked with the students on the importance of progress rather than perfection. Especially as students, many can struggle with perfection through academics. Sarah shared the challenges that perfection can take. With a mindset shift, she shared how we can see value in our progress. Sarah is always amazing at connecting with our students.

Thank you Sarah and our participants for coming out! We are so excited to come back next semester with new workshops!