Holiday Harmony: Qigong and Nonviolent Communication with Nate

Name: Virtual Fitness Class: Strengthen Your Bones
Start: 2024-12-23T15:00:00-08:00
End: 2024-12-23T16:00:00-08:00
Location: Zoom

Saturday, Dec 28, 2024

1:00 p.m. ET • 12:00 p.m. CT • 11:00 a.m. MT • 10:00 a.m. PT

Duration: 60 Minutes

Zoom - Free Online Event

For questions, contact AARP WY at wyaarp@aarp.org

Discover the powerful connection between qigong and nonviolent communication to enhance inner peace and effective relationships.

About the Event

This six-week series offers a unique blend of Qigong and Nonviolent Communication (NVC) to help you navigate the holiday season with greater ease, joy and connection. Through a combination of gentle Qigong movements and NVC principles, you'll learn to:

Reduce stress and anxiety: Qigong's calming exercises and deep breathing techniques will help you manage holiday stress.
Improve emotional well-being: NVC will teach you to express your feelings honestly and compassionately, fostering healthier relationships.
Enhance self-awareness: Explore your thoughts, feelings and needs to understand yourself and others better.
Communicate effectively: Transform disagreements and arguments into opportunities for connection.
Cultivate mindfulness: Practice being present in the moment, reducing stress and anxiety.

Whether seeking a more peaceful holiday season or improving your overall well-being, this series offers a valuable and transformative experience.

How to Join

This is a recurring class on Saturdays (except December 7th) starting at 11 AM. You will need to register separately for each class you are interested in attending. Sign in to your AARP.org account or create an account to register for events. AARP membership is not required. You will receive an email with the Zoom link before class. Explore other Wyoming events and visit AARP Wyoming on Demand to view recordings of any classes.

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