Melanie Santostefano, Patch: If you’ve already experienced yoga or you’re thinking about trying it, Himalayan Yoga and Meditation Center in downtown Palatine could help you find the peace and balance so many busy Moms seek.
“Our focus is on meditation; it will help with stilling and quieting your mind so you can begin to discover more about yourself,” said Diane McDonald, director.
During meditation, instructors encourage students to keep their spines straight, which not only promotes good posture but also proper breathing technique.
McDonald said classes can give Moms the tools to meditate at home so even the busiest calendars can be accommodated.
“Meditation has really helped me to focus; as Moms we do so much multi-tasking and 20 minutes of meditation in the morning helps me to feel centered the entire day,” said McDonald.
“It calms me, makes me more alert and my awareness is heightened,” said McDonald.
A six-week meditation course is set to begin Thursdays from 6:15 p.m. to 7:30p.m. starting Feb. 24.
The second four-week class will be held Saturdays from 10:30a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; but the start date has not yet been scheduled.
Between now and April 15, ‘Patch Moms’ can take advantage of a 10 percent discount; just mention the ‘Patch offer’ when you call.
“Meditation creates an inner awareness and attention, and that is where you want to be,” said McDonald.
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