I recently came across this story and it really inspired me. I want to share it with you, take a moment to read – it you’ll be glad you did.
‘A 92-year-old, petite, well-poised and proud lady, who is fully dressed each morning by eight o’clock, with her hair fashionably coiffed and makeup perfectly applied – even though she is legally blind – moved to a nursing home today. Her husband of 70 years recently passed away, making the move necessary. After many hours of waiting patiently in the lobby of the nursing home, she smiled sweetly when told her room was ready. As she manoeuvered her walker to the elevator, I provided a visual description of her tiny room, including the eyelet sheets that had been hung on her window. “I love it,” she stated with the enthusiasm of an eight-year-old having just been presented with a new puppy. “Mrs. Jones, you haven’t seen the room …. just wait”.“That doesn’t have anything to do with it,” she replied. “Happiness is something you decide on ahead of time. Whether I like my room or not doesn’t depend on how the furniture is arranged, it’s how I arrange my mind. I already decided to love it. It’s a decision I make every morning when I wake up. I have a choice; I can spend the day in bed recounting the difficulty I have with the parts of my body that no longer work, or get out of bed and be thankful for the ones that do. Each day is a gift, and as long as my eyes open, I’ll focus on the new day and all the happy memories I’ve stored away, just for this time in my life.” She went on to explain, “Old age is like a bank account, you withdraw from what you’ve put in. So, my advice to you would be to deposit a lot of happiness in the bank account of memories Thank you for your part in filling my Memory Bank. I am still depositing.” And with a smile, she said: “Remember the five simple rules to be happy: 1. Free your heart from hatred. 2. Free your mind from worries. 3. Live simply. 4. Give more. 5. Expect less!
(From Just Eat Real Food Facebook page)
I have devoted more than half my life to my clients, class members and students and care very much about you all, my fitness family. I want to help you find/maintain good health, fitness, mental and physical wellness and happiness.
I ask at every class and session for comments and feedback and rarely get any, I hope that it’s because I’m meeting your needs! I also know that you are all very busy, so I ask that you take a moment at the end of your class to think about what you have done and how it has benefited you etc. How can you take what you have gained forward into your every day life? I also ask you to check in with yourself several times a day to ask yourself if you are making the best health decisions and actions for yourself. My final request is for you to focus on everything that you have and say thank you, it will have a profound affect on your mental health.
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Read on for news about a special new Class , ‘Independance Day’ Update, Christmas Party class , DYBO Christmas Din Dins, News and a FLU beating vitamin drink!
Mind Body Expert and Guru, Monica Linford is the award winning creator of the chi ball programme and now her brand new programme The Wellness Warrrior which includes WuMotion and WuYOGA.
I’m thrilled to have Monica teach us her restorative ‘WuYOGA’ programme.
WuYOGA Flow
A dynamic practice that combines the healing art of Qigong, Yoga, Feldenkrais Method and relaxation.
The WuYOGA Flow masterclass begins on the floor to release and relax the body, regulate the breath and focus the mind. Moving from a state of complete relaxation and physical ease, the natural flexibility of childhood is born again. Repetition of various movement sequences allows time for exploration and mind and body integration.
The benefits of regular practice are:
• greater strength, mobility and flexibility
• better balance & coordination
• being more internally aware of your body
• feeling effortlessly relaxed, centred, calm and peaceful
On Fridays 6, 13, 20 November. We are privileged to be some of the first people to experience the finished product.
Class Times are 6.30pm-7.30pm. £19.50 for all three (paid in advance) or £7.50 per session (membership holders enjoy a special rate of £4 per class).
Payment by Cheque or cash at class (we anticapte a great deal of extra interest, so book early)
Only 3 more weeks before ‘Independance day’
We have 5 places available so spread the word people and grasp the opportunity to do something different and have lots of fun too!
With INDEPENDANCE you are guaranteed a great time, as you are taken on a dance journey to remember! (Perfect for dance fitness enthusiasts and instructors)
Dance Your Butt Off with Helen Carpenter-Waters and guest presenter Nikkie Riozzi as you get to experience different dance styles in these two incredible 90 minute master classes!
GETFUNKD with Nikkie (1-2:30pm)
Does what it says on the tin! ‘A class full of fun, funk and groovin’ crazy energy. This workout is guaranteed to get you FUNKD!’
BURLESQUE FITNESS FUSION with Helen (3-4:30pm)
Inspired by the great classic and current burlesque performers, this session will teach you how to show off your curves and celebrate all that is feminine. Appreciate how to enjoy womanly shapes rather than pummel them into hard muscular statues. The tempo is at times faster than classic burlesque to improve cardiovascular fitness and also slows to challenge muscle control, balance and stability. Most importantly, you will have lots of fun and giggles experiencing a new sexy way of moving and something different!
Tickets: £35. All tickets include a glass of fizz to enjoy afterwards. Places are limited. To book visit; https://dybo.co.uk/
Or pay cash at class.
Location: All Hallows School, Weybourne Rd, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 9HF
Taking payment now!
CHRISTMAS NOSH UP AND SOCIAL
I’m taking the menus and guest lists to class and training sessions so that you can make your choices and I can deliver them to Zizzi’s ahead of our special night.
I also require a £5 deposit each before the end of the month please.
I have reserved extra spaces so do let me know if you haven’t booked and would like to come along.
I’m so looking forward to celebrating Christmas with you guys!
As I mentioned last week, I want to celebrate Christmas with all my DYBO family (class members, 1 to 1 clients and team) and so have booked Zizzi’s restaurant in Farnham for Friday 18th December, 8pm.
The £24.95 Christmas set menu looks lovely, has various choices including Veggie options and a healthy Salad for those who would prefer; it also includes a glass of Prosecco. There is a 10% service charge per person but it still looks good value.
Becca’s Flu fighting formula
This week DYBO member and Professional dancer Rebecca Tzivanidou shares her tried and tested immune boosting drink – recently she felt herself going down with a nasty cold/flu bug so wrapped herself up warmly, took herself to bed and drank one of these drinks 3x per day and boom she was better in a flash! Why not drink every day to keep the bugs away!
You need
- 2 medium seedless oranges, peeled
- 2 tbsp. of fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp. grated fresh ginger
- 1-3 tsp. pure maple syrup/or honey, to taste
- 3-5 ice cubes
- Pinch of cayenne pepper, (is also said to boost metabolsim!)
Blitz together in a high power blender, until smooth. Drink and get ready to feel better in a flash.
Wishing you a wonderful, healthy fit and fabulous week
Love ya
Helen x
