Motivation & Movement with Elena

13/08/2025

The Moonbow is believed to symbolize a spiritual awakening. It is also believed the Moonbow is a “…bridging of earthly experiences and spiritual insights, and the presence of divine guidance”. Native Americans have said the Moonbow is a “Great Invocation and Blessing”. (Thank You Google!)

A year ago this week, I was in Maui. I had just meditated in my room overlooking the ocean and the evening sky. As I looked up, I saw what looked like a rainbow. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing because it was in the middle of the night. I went to get my son and he saw the same thing. Immediately, I researched what I was seeing and it appears it is an incredibly rare occurrence and called a Moonbow. I often think of my friend the Moonbow and its power to mystify this city girl. It reminded me that it isn’t about what I say or what I think or what I could profess … it’s about my path and my dharma to help people heal and feel. That Moonbow appeared at a time when I was doubting my path…I was judging myself…I was worried about pleasing others and their judgements.

As that Moonbow shined in the sky one August night; I was reminded that it is our duty to be kind, loving, and compassionate with ourselves. When we are, we can truly know that we are walking the walk and talking the talk of the Divine. If we don’t learn to heal so we can love ourselves, we will continue to blame, shame and judge who we are, as well as others.

It’s time to REALLY love YOU. Are you ready? 💙🧘🏻‍♀️💫

01/08/2025

Do you get agitated quicker than you would like? Are you mad at some emotions like anxiety or sadness that you may be experiencing? Do you find that you yell a lot? Do you have unexplained tightness or tension in your neck and shoulders and maybe low back? Do you have a pit in your stomach that gets worse when you are mad? Are you afraid to say you are angry to people? We have ALL experienced these things and we can all get help to process and heal what’s behind the aches, pains, tightness, and so on from the anger. Are you ready to let your pain be heard?? Are you ready to start healing what you’ve been pushing down and back? This class might be for you. Healing is possible. 💙🧘🏻‍♀️💫

30/07/2025

May the love
May the light
May the peace of the Divine come to us, move through us, and shine from us. When we come together as one, our light crowds out the darkness and creates space for healing. You are the light, I am the light, we are all and can be the light. 💙🧘🏻‍♀️💫

16/07/2025

When was the last time you listened to your body and rested??? Without shaming yourself??? Without guilt??? We are human beings…not human DOINGS. Be present and accept what is right in front of you and what your body needs…it’s your mind that’s telling you that you aren’t doing enough…not your body. 💙🧘🏻‍♀️💫

09/07/2025

LAST DAY TO SIGN UP IS 7/12/25 not 7/17/25.

Something you don’t know about me… I’ve had five unsuccessful pregnancies… For a variety of reasons. Three of my pregnancies, I was almost 5 months, almost 6 months and almost 7 months along. With each loss, came more and more emptiness. The cries of babies nearby, the attendance at baby showers, and the pushing of children on a swing became deafening and heartbreaking.

There was no grief counseling suggested. There were only three days of mourning allowed from work. There were baby clothes and accessories that had to be thrown away. And all the wild, I was told that time would heal my wound.

I recently had an experience which forever changed me. It brought to the forefront of my mind and my heart the loss and the pain with each unborn baby. I realized, at 54 years old, I never grieved. I wasn’t allowed to and the expectation was that I would forage ahead and move on… And have to know that there was “a reason” for the loss.

There are millions of women all around this planet who’ve experienced this loss yet they have not experienced the healing from such devastation. On Saturday, July 19, there will be a space to write, cry, share, and release the grief, the sadness, the anger, the shame, and the guilt sometimes connected to pregnancy loss.

This event is for women only. The forgotten mothers who deserve the space, time, and support in their motherhood journey.

Please register by email to: MAMwithelena@gmail.com

One breath at a time, we will allow ourselves to feel and then heal. 💙 🧘🏻‍♀️ 💫

14/06/2025

Two years ago, I followed a calling. It was to take my healing to the next depth…through Breathwork. Being a yoga teacher, I thought I knew a lot about breathing. Wrong. Under properly trained and experienced guidance, deep healing through breathwork can begin to transform your life by releasing what’s been stored.
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With the support and guidance of , I was able to glimpse what needed healing. Through her training, I learned how to begin to regulate my nervous system to promote relaxation, healing, and anxiety reduction. I released things that were clogged in my subconscious so that I could feel, heal, and process them. This also allowed me to support others with true embodiment of being a healer.
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Since my training, I have led a variety of breathwork classes guiding students as they navigate healing on a deeper level. I have guided my yoga students into aligning their breathing, heart beat and movement in order to encourage their ability to liberate their mind, body and soul as they practice yoga. Students in their 50s, 60s, and 70s had no idea what they were missing. They LOVE breathwork time in yoga.
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If you’re ready to try, I’m having a Breathwork class for emotional release next Saturday, June 21st. Listen to the calling within. 💙🧘🏻‍♀️💫

Thank You (love you) 😘 if you’re interested in learning how to facilitate Breathwork healing, she’s having a training in July in Newport Beach.

09/06/2025

28/05/2025

Do you have a loved one in your life (including you!) that needs some movement? Well, this summer has yoga on its mind! There is a class for everyone here at the Edison Community Center.

My yoga classes can include so many things - meditation, breathwork, movement, and of course...laughter! In all seriousness, each and every class I teach, whether it is a breathwork class, stretching class or yoga class, I intend to teach to the individual rather than the class as a whole so that everyone can feel successful and grow at their pace, not just their level.

Most of the classes below are purchased by session; however, the Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. Vinyasa class has a drop-in option for $20. All classes are at the Edison Community Center and you can sign up at hbsands.org or in person at ECC.

Mondays - Chair Yoga - 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - 6/23/25-8/18/25 - $138 (8-week session) (no yoga experience necessary - NO CLASS 8/4)

Tuesdays - Flow Yoga for Seniors (age 50+)* - 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - 6/24/25-8/19/25 - $138 (8-week session) (no yoga experience necessary - NO CLASS 8/5)

Wednesdays - Vinyasa - 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - 6/25/25-8/20/25 - $121.50 for a 7-week session or $20 drop in per class (beginner/intermediate flow - NO CLASS 7/2 & 8/6)

Thursdays - Stretching for Seniors (age 50+)* - 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - 6/26/25-8/21/25 - $121.50 (7-week session) (no experience necessary - NO CLASS 7/3 & 8/7)

Please bring your own yoga props: yoga mat and blocks (are required for ALL classes). A yoga strap is needed for the Stretching. I do have a few extra blocks and straps that I also bring, should need you forget one day. There are NO props required for chair yoga.

*There is no mandatory requirement to be 50 years old. The classes are also open to those with physical limitations/challenges, recovering from injury, etc. or students who just want to go a little slower.

Reach out with any questions.
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18/05/2025

My men 💙💙 they love me…the good, the trauma, the worrier, the perfectionist, the protector, and all of my other parts. It’s hard sometimes to love all of someone’s parts. But when you share your life with people who are also on a journey of healing, you know that you’re with people who “get” you. You feel safe to love yourself and to be loved. You are worthy of healing and of loving YOU. It’s time. 💙🧘🏻‍♀️💫

18/05/2025

I had the pleasure of working with on receiving some healing energy. He became so calm when I was working with him. His breath and heartbeat slowed down and he quickly fell into a deep sleep. There were several times that he would look up and back at me as if to say, “Thank You for helping me remember that I don’t need to be anxious and that I can be calm.” We ALL (even animals) have stored trauma in our body. When we receive guidance and support with healing it, we can take ourselves back to our true Self. THAT is where peace and joy live…not outside of us…but in our soul. (Second picture, Henry was not happy that another doggy was getting attention from me. 😂). Let me know if you’re ready…I’ll be over here. 💙🧘🏻‍♀️🐾😘