Recently we completed our
40 Days to Personal Revolution Program, which was so popular, we decided to bring it back this fall
(9/7-10/12). Participants enjoyed a 40 day unlimited yoga class pass, 40 Days to Personal Revolution book by Baron Baptiste, Weekly group meetings for program instruction/support/sharing and meditation and many other BAPY goodies!
This program includes, naturally, yoga practice as well as weekly dietary awareness themes centered around discovering and practicing a vibrant new health plan for the physical body. The 4th weeks practice includes a 3 day fruit cleanse.
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Please take a moment to read about our yogi's experience:
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Maria Gingrich
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When I signed up for 40 days, I was carrying around an overall feeling of overwhelm and irritability with life.
It felt as if I was spiraling deeper into burn out mode which included constant worry about career, money, and whatever else my busy mind could come up with to create angst. This led to numbing out with alcohol, food, and endless talk about what wasn't working in my life.
Enter 40 Days...
For starters, 40 days gave me a structure with accountability points built in. The program was way more than an intense physical "ringing out" and strengthening on our yoga mats. Daily meditation, journaling, and conscious eating guidelines provided the opportunity for a comprehensive, total overhaul and reconnection of body, mind, and spirit.
It's easy to get caught in zones of comfort, whether it's a "usual" workout routine turned boring or ineffective or diets that are an obligation rather than a template for discovering what truly works for you. And then there's the endless mind chatter that can be the source of anxiety and indecision. 40 Days addresses all of these life components.
It was so helpful to share my journey and learn from the inspiring group of fellow-40 day participants. I was amazed at the discoveries I made over the course of the program. I realized that in all my efforts to "succeed" and be happy in life, I was missing the most important moment, NOW! (which is where life actually happens!)
The program provided a home base for me to make daily check ins with myself on all levels, and based on observing my mind/body changes along the way, I better understand myself and what I need to stay grounded, present, and energized. I've decided to continue incorporating most of the elements of the program in my "post-40 Day" life because I feel so good living this way.
The 40 Day program is such an effective tool to get empowered, on track, and focused.
Thank you, Big Apple Power Yoga and Nanci for offering this life-changing opportunity to New York City.
My wish is for everyone to give themselves this gift and discover the beautiful, powerful you that is meant to shine!
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Christine Sebor
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The 40 days went by quickly, for me I got a lot of little good events
There were all kinds of strange things that happened for me during the 40 days .
here is a short list of some of them
1. My awareness of my surroundings grew and grew (what was first just a Manhattan office bldg the address of the yoga studio, became a center for mindfulness and calm as I approached it) I noticed the ornate ceiling, the picture of the goddess above the doors as you exit. The plaque on the front of the bldg. The incense smell as I walked around the corner to the studio
2. I shared a ride in the elevator with a guy with cobalt blue skin
3. I did a back to back class and felt really good after
4. I listened to people sharing their experiences and it was all so interesting to me
5. I felt a lightness that manifested itself so much so that I was bouncing up and down with energy after a three day fruit fast
6. The sweetest most wonderful akita , looked me in the eyes and walked on my mat
7. I could definitely notice a difference in my strength
8. I stop and breathe , when I feel myself getting caught up in the ridiculously impossible demands of work , and come back to focusing on the task at hand
9. I know I can return and return and return and return to the practice of yoga on mat and off
40 day transformations are the best !!!
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Meera Jain
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Here are some of my thoughts/feelings after completing the 40 days program:
1. Renewed self-confidence and really believing that I am capable of anything
2. That we truly ARE what we eat.
3. The smell of the incense when I would get out of the elevator would bring a smile to my face.
4. I learnt that it is okay to be selfish by carving out time for my SELF, through coming to practice, meditating, and eating with awareness. This has created a positive relationship between my body and mind and will help strengthen the positive relationships with others (I feel good about myself, and now I want to feel good about EVERYTHING).
5. That I'm truly blessed to have a strong body and open mind. Thank those feet and hands everyday!
6. That the effects of practicing has a 24 hour expiration, therefore you need to practice every day!
7. 40 days are just the beginning of the journey. I have the rest of my life to keep transforming and evolving, getting excited!!!
Thank you!
Love,
Meera
