The Embodiment Lab

01/18/2025

There are so many lessons hidden in plain sight in a snowy forest. Available to each of us, if only we listen. Maybe the forest floor could hold the stress you have been carrying. Or the river that still flows amidst the cold could hold your tears. The glistening snow reminding you that there are glimmers and joy, amidst the cold and dark. The quiet of deep snow asking you to join in the surrender of rest.

We will be witnessing these lessons and taking cues from nature at A Winter’s Retreat: Rest, Nourish, Restore 💆🏻❄️ This transformative 3-day weekend retreat is focused on rest, nourishment and sustainable wellbeing and is the perfect opportunity to truly tune inward.

You will leave with a personalized self-care plan with tools to integrate this wellness into your daily life. See you there? 😊

✨ Special pricing is still on for accommodations, AND there’s yurts! PLUS, a portion of the retreat may be covered by your insurance — DM us and we’ll send you a sample invoice to check. A few participants have had this retreat fully covered! ✨

We’ll gather from January 31, 2025 in the evening to February 2, 2025 in the afternoon at near Midland, Ontario with .little.zen.msw facilitating!

Limited spaces available! Learn more and save your spot now via our profile link. 💙

01/17/2025

Join me Fridays for a fun music inspired easy flow class!
⏰ 10am
📍 The Embodiment Lab Studio #201
2 Campbell Drive Uxbridge

Register at https://www.theembodimentlab.ca/yoga

01/07/2025

You could rest here! And we hope you do. 🌀❄️😴

Join us for A Winter’s Retreat at at the end of the month for intentional time and space to rest, nourish and restore.

There is no better time to carve out time for rest than in the season of winter, when our surroundings are doing the same. What would happen if we tuned into these natural rhythms? How powerful it would be to pause during a time that can feel so chaotic?

You deserve this space. Come join us with .little.zen.msw for the weekend.

Friday, January 31, 2025 in the evening until Sunday, February 2, 2025 in the afternoon at near Midland, Ontario.

📣✨✨✨ Special pricing continues! AND be sure to check with your insurance providers for coverage — some people have had the retreat fully covered! 🤩 We’re happy to provide a sample invoice so you can check with yours, just send us a message. ✨✨✨📣

More information is available via our profile link! 💙🌀✨❄️🕯️

01/07/2025

Check out my chat with these two incredible RSWs as we discuss the weather, nature and yoga!

In Episode 12 of The Revolutionary Social Work Podcast, hosts Ace and Alicia welcome Zenia, a clinical social worker in Canada, founder of A Little Zen, and ...

12/28/2024

The “new year” can bring about many feelings about who you should be or what you should be doing or what you should change. The “shoulds” can get us stuck in this pattern of feeling like we’re not doing enough. The reality is that we’ve done enough this year, whatever it has looked like for you individually. 💙

Change, transformation, growth doesn’t happen overnight and it doesn’t need to. January 1 is nothing more than a reminder that we can always begin anew. And that new beginning can be one of rest, of slowness, of focus on and prioritization of YOU. As you are. 🌀

We hope you have a restful few last days of 2024 and can flow into this new year with the same sense of rest and ease. May you ponder what seeds you’d like to sow for yourself. Then, we can truly emerge and bud come spring. 🌟

We have several upcoming offerings to help guide you through these times. Check them out via our profile link! 🧘💙

12/26/2024

Soul Session: Welcoming the New Moon
December 30, 7-9 PM

Step into stillness and intention as we gather beneath the energy of the new moon to welcome the approaching new year.

Join Zenia .little.zen.msw and Julie for this 2-hour embodied practice that blends gentle asana yoga, breathwork, and guided meditation—inviting you to reflect, release, and create space for new beginnings.

After practice, stay a while—sip tea, connect in community, and let the experience gently settle into your being.

Begin the new year rooted in clarity, presence, and soft intention.
All are welcome.

12/20/2024

What’s on your list this holiday season?

12/19/2024

“Somatic” is a word that you may be hearing a lot right now in the world of holistic wellbeing and healing. We wanted to offer some clarity on what it actually means and practical ways it can help you reconnect and grow.

True healing begins with the body. So often, we get caught up in our thoughts or stuck in emotional patterns, forgetting the body’s role in holding and processing our experiences. Somatic practices invite us back into connection with ourselves—where healing and growth naturally unfold.

Somatic simply means “of the body.” At its core, it’s about slowing down, tuning in, and noticing what’s happening within. Through gentle practices like breath work, mindful movement, and body awareness, we can explore the connection between physical sensations, emotions, and thoughts. These tools help us notice what’s holding us back, release what no longer serves, and find grounding in the present moment.

In our workshops, retreats and one-on-one sessions, somatic practices can create a safe, supportive space to heal at the root. They invite you to feel more present and embodied, allowing you to work through challenges and reconnect with your natural sense of wholeness. Somatic practices are an anchor in our work here at The Embodiment Lab.

But somatic work isn’t just about healing—it’s also about growth. When we clear space by letting go of what weighs us down, we open ourselves to possibilities. The body is a powerful ally, offering wisdom, clarity, and strength as you move forward in alignment with your values and intentions.

Healing, rooting, and growing all begin with reconnecting to your body. These practices support you in living fully and intentionally.

We are always happy to chat about this if you have questions about somatic healing. 💙✨

12/17/2024

As the winter solstice approaches, we wanted to plant some seeds for ways you can honour this beautiful day. Rest on the darkest of days, sink into your own ritual and welcome the joyful return of the light. ☕️🛁🌲🌛🧘🕯️🎨🙏🏼✨

If you are craving community to ground you in this magical time, come join us at The Embodiment Lab on the evening of the solstice. ✨ It will be warm night anchored in embodiment and community in honour of the winter solstice in our new space.

We will have refreshments and space to share a taste of what The Embodiment Lab offers through gentle yoga, mindful movement and more. 🌿💙

❄️Saturday, December 21
❄️ 6pm-9pm
❄️ The Embodiment Lab, 2 Campbell Drive, Uxbridge,
Ontario
❄️ $35 per person

RSVP and save your spot by following the “SOLSTICE EMBODIED” link in our bio. Can’t wait to see you there. 💙🌿 Space is limited and registration is required.

12/15/2024

A Winter’s Retreat: Rest, Nourish, Restore 💆🏻❄️ have you been craving some “you” time after a wild year? This transformative 3-day weekend retreat is focused on rest, nourishment and sustainable wellbeing and is the perfect opportunity to truly tune inward. You will leave with a personalized self-care plan with tools to integrate this wellness into your daily life. See you there? 😊

✨NEW✨ discounted pricing in honour of the giving season:
👉 Shared room: $1600
👉 Semi-private room: $1800
👉 Private room: $2000

We’ll gather from January 31, 2025 in the evening to February 2, 2025 in the afternoon at near Midland, Ontario with .little.zen.msw facilitating!

Limited spaces available! Learn more and save your spot now via our profile link. 💙

🌟 A portion of the retreat may be reimbursed by extended benefit plans. Check your coverage for “Social Work Services”!

12/07/2024

7 TYPES OF REST ~ When you think of rest, what do you think of? It’s likely most of us think about physical rest first or maybe mental rest, but did you know there are actually 7 distinct types of rest? 💆🏻‍♀️

✨ Physical
✨ Mental
✨ Sensory
✨ Creative
✨ Emotional
✨ Social
✨ Spiritual

We invite you to take a moment and reflect on your desire for rest. Does it flow beyond physical rest? How can you bring more rest into your life in this area? ✨

If this is something you feel you would like to explore more or would appreciate support on, send us a DM! We are also hosting a retreat at the end of January 2025 that largely focuses on rest and how to create a sustainable self-care practice for yourself. We hope you’ll join us! Learn more at the link in our bio. 💙

12/04/2024

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Sessions start tomorrow... Register asap... it's not too late.

If you can't start til after this week, cost can be pro-rated or you can do make up class to still benefit from full session.

Contact me directly to register for Monday Chair yoga and Tuesday Classical session or go online to register for the rest of the sessions. 516-571-0447 or info@pathwaystopeaceyoga.com

12/03/2024

Solstice Embodied - Join us as we rest in the darkest of days and welcome a joyful return to the light. 🕯️✨

A warm night anchored in embodiment and community in honour of the winter solstice in our new space. We will have refreshments and space to share a taste of what The Embodiment Lab offers through gentle yoga, mindful movement and more. 🌿💙

❄️Saturday, December 21
❄️ 6pm-9pm
❄️ The Embodiment Lab, 2 Campbell Drive, Uxbridge,
Ontario
❄️ $35 per person

RSVP and save your spot by following the “SOLSTICE EMBODIED” link in our bio. Can’t wait to see you there. 💙🌿 Space is limited and registration is required.