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Festival of Health of the Mind , Body , and Soul
Yoga Brain by Tara Holm , contributing writer
Rain fell Friday morning out on a farm in St . Joseph , MO , washing and clearing away all things no longer needed . As the sun started to shine , so did the magic for the September 24 – 25 weekend festival . Behind a horizon of 60 acres with rolling hills and flatland , this weekend retreat included camping , workshops , sound baths , live performances , and local merchants . Guests and medical cannabis patients connected with Kansas City ’ s yoga teachers , healers , makers , and shakers for a weekend of Health of the Mind , Body , Soul .
The Asana Barn hosted classes from Kundalini to Intimacy Activation . A dock by the lake provided peace and calm for sound journeys and meditation . Everyone was called to specific teachers , exercises , and environments . The nights were filled with DJs keeping the energy alive while fire magic kept the ohs and ahs flowing . Gratitude filled the weekend air as new friendships formed and old friendships rekindled . The emphasis on our peace and health overflowed abundantly throughout .
Beautiful humans show up as themselves with their personal objectives . Letting go of expectations to receive what they desired . Jenny Martin and The Yoga Brain staff welcomed each soul for their weekend journey . Yoga is not a pose ; it is a practice . A philosophy . A discipline .
The lake provided a beautiful backdrop for camping , reflection , and campfires . Vendors lined the beautiful property showcasing their creativity , wears , and talents . Food and coffee trucks kept the festival goers filled with delicious fuel for the body . The bliss and the energy exchanged will certainly last a lifetime .
Teachers and students came from all over the world to join the community for two days filled with educational classes , meditation , yoga , sound baths , and more . Mornings started with Ecstatic Dance to get the energy flowing and Acro Yoga classes in the afternoons under an old oak tree .
The time will come again next year when we ’ ll meet under the same moon and stars and create more lasting memories . Plan now to attend for a weekend of Health of the Mind , Body , Soul . Until then , I leave you with this .
May the Positive Energy of the Universe Surround you , Flow through you , Bring you Peace to your mind , Love to your heart , Calm to your spirit .
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Love and Light , Tara
Tara Holm has over 12 years of experience and healthcare and over nine years in Personal Training and Wellness Coaching . She helps take care of your body from the inside out . She helps educate about Plant Medicine and ways it can help you find your balance in a healthy and maintainable lifestyle . She is a Clovr Brand Ambassador . Getting the right education out to the public about products has been and will continue to be her goal .