264 North Main Street, East Longmeadow, MA 01028 | 413.525.0720
264 North Main Street, East Longmeadow, MA 01028 | 413.525.0720
Ahimsa, Compassion, and a Prayer for the World
In our last e-newsletter, I shared reflections on Ahimsa, or non-violence—the first limb of the Eightfold Path of Yoga. At Heartsong Yoga, compassion and loving-kindness are woven into all we do, with Ahimsa as the foundation of our practice. Another way you can embody this is through the Sanskrit mantra Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu “May all beings everywhere be happy and free.” This timeless prayer reminds us that we are deeply connected—to one another and to all of life—and that our thoughts, words, and actions truly matter. In times of challenge or uncertainty, repeating this peace mantra can gently calm the mind, soothe the soul, and help us radiate love into the world.
Here’s a contemporary musical expression of this beautiful mantra, “Diamonds in the Sun” by Girish and Friends. You can listen on Spotify and let it carry you into a sense of peace and ease.
As always, wishing you Peace,
In your Hearts, your Homes, and in our World.
Sheila, Tony, Beth & Team Heartsong Yoga
Candlelight Immersive Sound Meditation Concert
with Svara Sound: Journey into Wellness
This Friday Night, January 30, 6:30-7:45 pm, $35.
Preregistration, here. Let your week melt away in a candlelit journey of sound. Kimberly and Jeff of Svara Sound weave together gongs, Himalayan and crystal bowls, and other sacred instruments to guide you into deep rest, renewal, and inner stillness. A perfect Friday night reset for body, mind, and spirit. No experience needed—just come as you are and let the healing vibrations do the work.
Listen to their beautiful music, here. (More music to soothe your soul.)
Yoga for Every-Body with Sheri Wood Devin
February 4 to March 4, 7:15–8:30 pm.
5 Week Course, $85, Preregistration here.
This welcoming series provides a progressive and supportive learning environment with individualized attention. Perfect for those new to yoga or returning after time away, you’ll build a strong foundation, explore proper alignment, and connect to the heart of practice week by week.
Reiki & Crystal Immersion to Honor Your Inner Light
Tuesday, February 3, 7:15-8:30 pm, with Shannon Bates, $30.
Immerse yourself in the healing energies of Reiki, crystals, and light work. Shannon will activate a crystal grid for each participant, then offer Reiki energy and guide you through a visualization to connect with your inner light and recharge your energy centers. You’ll receive a goodie bag of crystals to take home. Preregistration is preferred (so Shannon can prepare her materials and take home crystals for you), but walk-ins are welcome. Preregister here.
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Freedom Yoga, Sober Yoga Class
Friday, February 6, 5:45 - 6:45 pm, with 15 min community time after class, FREE with Sheila Magalhaes. Freedom Yoga is an all levels slow-flow class that Sheila developed as a class to offer to the recovery community. With inclusive language, encouraging support, and a trauma-sensitive approach, this class can quiet your mind, soothe your nervous system, and help you cultivate strength, balance, and flexibility in your body, mind, and heart. How to register for this class, all details here.
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Chantal's Crystal Bowls Sound Healing Meditation Class:
Tuesday, February 17 at 7:15 pm: Chantal has been with Heartsong for many years, coming regularly on the third Tuesday each month. Join us for some well-deserved down time through the healing sounds of Crystal Bowls. $25. walk ins always welcome. Preregister, here
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Yogic Path to a Better Night’s Sleep
Saturday, February 21, 2 - 4 pm. $40.
Preregistration, here. Join Sandy Mohr, one of Heartsong’s beloved yoga teachers who is also a holistic nurse, for a deeply nourishing exploration of yoga for better sleep. This 2-hour restorative yoga workshop offers a compassionate, yogic approach for insomniacs—and for anyone longing to rest more deeply—guiding you toward a natural pathway to sweet dreams. More information about this workshop, here.
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Gongs & Himalayan Singing Bowls Afternoon Sound Bath with Priscilla Gale
Sunday, March 22, 2026, 3 - 5 pm. $40.
Preregistration, here. Experience the soothing songs of Crystal Singing Bowls and float into a deep meditative state, clearing away everyday stresses. Sound vibration effectively reduces stress and anxiety, a leading cause of diseases. Journey from sacred Root to expansive Crown, receiving the therapeutic gifts of deep relaxation, balance, well-being, peace, joy, confidence, and clarity of thought. This Sound Bath is very special, imagine filling an entire mini-van with gorgeous Himalayan Bowls and Gongs of all sizes...that's how many Priscilla with bring to Heartsong for this event!
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Meditation (Weekly Community gathering) Every Wednesday night at 7:15 pm. FREE:
NEW: Zoom Online Only A gathering for all, known as a Sangha, for beginners to experienced meditators. Join us for a quiet evening of practice, learning, support and friendship with instructor Kathryn Proux. Preregister on our regular calendar to get the Zoom link.(Some students go to Jeff's Gentle Yoga Class at 6 and stay at the studio to Zoom with Kathy)
Living Whole Immersion Retreat
Integrative Whole Health
Linfield University, Oregon, in the Pacific Northwest
July 12 - July 17, 2026
Share 6 days in community with Living Whole participants and expert Facilitators on the beautiful campus of Linfield University, surrounded by the forests, rivers and mountains of Oregon's Willamette Valley. Experience whole, plant-based food, movement and mind/body/spirit disciplines united with conventional medicine education. Integrate new ways to awaken your vitality, strengthen your resilience , spark meaningful change, and so much more. All details are on the Living Whole website, here.