Happy Solstice! A Hybrid Yin Yoga Sequence | Give Thanks & Release

Happy Solstice! Here is a hybrid yin yoga sequence. Showing gratitude for the fall and welcoming in the winter solstice.

Winter is a very dark, still and introspective time of year, and just like the seasons change so do we, so, if you are feeling more reflective and introverted this time of year, that's ok! We are at our peak Yin energy, meaning we are our most reflective and introverted selves. #wintersolstice #yogaritual #yinyoga

In TCM, winter is associated with the kidney and bladder meridians. If you are "balanced" in these areas you will feel nourished vs feeling stiff and tired, which may be accompanied by achy bones and joints. For this practice, we focus on these meridian lines to open up any obstructions and allow energy to flow. I will also be incorporating some postures targeting the lung and intestine meridians which are the governing meridians in TCM for fall. Thus, making this a hybrid (fall/winter) yin yoga sequence.

For todays sequence I am wearing a comfy sweater and sipping on some bone broth (the brand is called Broya).

Feel free to skip to 1:50 to start the practice

Grab everything you need to get cozy and meet me on the mat!

YOU WILL NEED: 1 BLOCK (warm beverage and sweater are optional)

Grab your coffee, tea or coco water and meet me on the mat!

Be sure to let me know how it went for you in the comments!

xShaunneka

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What is Yin Yoga? Yin yoga is MAGIC. Well, that is how I would describe it. Yin yoga is a practice that that allows you to go beyond the superficial layers of the body and access the deeper layers. This means in a Yin Yoga practice you are going beyond the muscles and right into the deep connective tissues of the body. Our connective tissues are made up of fascia, ligaments and tendons which surround and form our joints. Therefore, when you practice Yin Yoga you are able to increase your range of motion, your flexibility and strengthen your joints. A win win! If you ask me. Yin yoga is more than stretching, we are “stressing” the connective tissues and we do this with longer holds and intuitive breathing.

When practicing always remember

1. Meet the pose at YOUR edge (gradually)
2. Find stillness and focus on your breath
3. Resolve to be still

Disclaimer
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[asexton]

Yes!! Thank you for this sweet practice! I appreciate how you honor the seasons with your sequences.

[wholesomemindhc]

Just the practice I needed today. When I started, I had a headache and now the headache is gone. Thank you, Shaunneka. Have a blessed Solstice.

[bjmb]

Wonderful practice! I love all the seasonal, solstice, ect. classes.
This one was especially nice!
Shaunneka, you are one of my most favorite yoga teachers and I am so glad I found you, and grateful for all the classes that you provide. 🙏💛

[Kelli]

I am truly grateful for this class. Thank you for this. Happy Winter Solstice. 🙏🏽

[jamiegould]

was so hoping when I logged into tonight that there would be a solstice practice from you! This was perfection! I learn something new in every one of your practices. The way to use the block to support a wide legged forward fold was the take away from tonight's practice. I feel like a broken record every time I comment, but your practices are a blessing and you, my dear, are a light in this world. Thank you!

[lorilippert]

This practice felt so good. The butterfly fold and the twists felt especially good. Thank you, Shaunneka!

[aidatatajedalrajkaur]

Reach, reach, reach!!! Thank U Shaunneka!

[yogawithsarah]

Thank you for this great sequence! Really enjoyed it. Happy solstice to you!

[ashanein]

What a lovely practice! Thank you so much! That lateral stretch child's pose and full body stretch at the end were glorious!! 💜

[cmatsche]

As always... a wonderful practice! You never disappoint, Shaunneka! I always love practicing with you!! 🥰

[jessicavigorito]

Thank you once again Shaunneka, this was just what I needed this morning. Wishing you a very happy solstice and happy holiday!!

❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏😊

[anoukwerder]

It was absolutely wonderful and cosy, thank youuuu ✨🙏🏼🥰🧘🏻‍♀️☃️

[janedough]

Perfect class for today, happy winter solstice ❄️

[palmareal]

This was wonderful. Thank you so much Shaunneka! I had tomato soup 😊 Happy solstice to you too! 🙏💜

[beautifulbeingsyoga]

Shaunneka was so thank you u got me wanting bone broth

[CoastalOregonNancy]

Thank you Shaunneka, this was exactly what I needed. Many blessings to you! 💜

[LaniLaniDuck]

Thank you for this practice! This was exactly what I was looking far, and I'm happy to have found your channel :)

[LA-nxrf]

I couldn't find the bone broth link. Which one are you drinking? It was a very soothing practice. Thank you