The most important journey you will take is the one back to self.
After working with and supporting women over the years who were deeply wanting more rest and self care moment, Florence came to realise that what women craved most - was time and space away from all the roles and to hit pause on the world.
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Press Pause was born from her own deep wanting of a space to simply go, take off the hats and do nothing but just be.
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Each month on the 15th we meet for a Deep Rest Session where you we reflect on a rest theme which is then followed by a guided yoga nidra practice by Florence for deep relaxation. There is such a rise in stress, burnout and fatigue and there are so many places for women to push, and tick goals... but very rarely spaces where we can slow down enough and have permission to just honour our own needs.
We all wear many hats and have our own juggle and so Florence wanted to make practicing Rest simple and doable. Which is why it is a once a month session on the same date each month and you can join from anywhere in the world, and most importantly from the comfort of your own bed.
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​What can you expect from the Membership?
~ Once a month Deep Rest Class on the 15th at 8pm every month
~ All sessions are 60 minutes and held online via zoom
~ Each monthly rest session explores a self care or rest theme and then is followed by a 40 minute guided meditation for deep relaxation that connects to our theme
~ Group chat for extra resources Florence shares, check in and community
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What is included in your Press Pause Membership?
~ 1 x deep rest session class a month
~ recording is available for call classes
~ free download PDF of rest journaling practices
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How long is the Membership for?
This is an ongoing monthly membership. It will continue for as long as you wish.
You can cancel at any time after a 3 month commitment.
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Do you need any experience in meditation?
Nope! That is the best part.
This membership is essentially for anyone who is wanting to make time for rest and self care.
Completely beginner friendly practices, shared in very down to earth ways.
How much is the Membership?
The Membership is at an incredible value of $25/ month. This is the OG founding members offer for those joining before December 15th, 2024.
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If you would love to become a VIP Press Pause Member you will have access to:
~ everything the OG Members get above PLUS you will also receive a self care box EVERY month delivered to you with 3 x products for rest, relaxation, calm and helping you to keep prioritising yourself.
~ Monthly Self Care Box can include personalised handpoured candles, essential oils, eye masks, herbal teas, books & extra surprise products.
Press Pause Membership begins in December.
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~ ​Our first Deep Rest Class is December 15th.
~ 8pm
~ Online zoom
~ Recording available for members​
Join the Press Pause Community
Let's created a world where our children know rest, before burn out.
Allow yourself to press pause each month so you can be reminded of how important your own wellbeing is. So you can slow down enough that you actually get to listen to your own inner voice. So you can rest deeply and know what it feels like in your body. Give yourself permission for a day of rest without the guilt, without the hats, without the need to give.
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You are worthy.
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Burnout & sickness do not need to be pre-requisities for resting.
In the pace of life society lives today - everything is about how FAST things can come, happen and be met. Slowing down can feel deeply uncomfortable when this fast pace is what our nervous systems have become familiar with.
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Choosing to make space for moments of slow, of stillness, or going inwards can seem like such a far reaching practice for so many.
If you experience:
~ difficulty in slowing down and prioritising self care
~ struggling to unwind and switch off at the end of the day
~ having a short fuse often and frustration
~ not knowing what you need or how to even start that practice of listening to your body
~ you are often overwhelmed and rushing from one thing to the next
~ needing to distract with plans, background noise and busying yourself so you don't need to be with yourself
~ getting sick often
~ not sleeping well (hard to sleep, stay asleep or waking tired no matter much you sleep)
~ simply just wanting to prioritise yourself but don't know where to begin
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What is Yoga Nidra Meditation?
Yoga Nidra, often referred to as "yogic sleep," is a form of guided meditation that has been practiced for centuries. It's a state of consciousness between waking and sleeping, like the "going-to-sleep" stage, induced by a guided meditation.
The most beautiful part is that it is all about comfort and is practiced lying down with blankets, pillows, eye pillows and essential oils. While it can be done simply just lying down, I love to use these extra nurturing rest tools to allow you to move into even deeper rest.
How Yoga Nidra helps to bring you into a deep state of rest & relaxation
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Deep Relaxation State: Yoga Nidra is a systematic method of inducing complete physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. Participants usually lie down in a comfortable position (Savasana), close their eyes, and follow the voice of the instructor.
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Guided Meditation: It involves a series of instructions given by a teacher that leads you through a relaxing journey across your body, breath, and mind. The practice often includes body scanning, breath awareness, and visualization techniques.
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Consciousness Exploration: Though it's often translated as "yogic sleep," the goal is to remain in a state of semi-awareness. It's about reaching the border between asleep and awake states, where profound relaxation and awareness merge.
Benefits of Yoga Nidra Meditation for Rest
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Deep Relaxation: By systematically relaxing the body and mind, Yoga Nidra helps reduce physical tension and mental stress. It shifts the nervous system from a state of arousal to one of calm, activating the parasympathetic nervous system, which promotes relaxation and healing.
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Releases Stress and Anxiety: The practice helps in calming the mind and reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and chronic stress. It enables practitioners to explore and release negative emotions and thought patterns, encouraging a state of balance and peace.
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Enhances Self-awareness: Regular practice of Yoga Nidra allows individuals to delve into deeper levels of the subconscious and unconscious mind, promoting greater self-awareness and insight. This can lead to profound self-discovery and personal transformation.
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Improved Sleep and Health: It can be a powerful tool for combating insomnia and improving sleep patterns. The deep relaxation techniques can help improve overall health, reduce blood pressure, and improve immune system function.
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Emotional Healing: By creating a deeply restful state, Yoga Nidra can facilitate healing from various emotional traumas and distressing experiences, allowing individuals to process and integrate these experiences in a supportive and gentle way.
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Reconnecting with the Self: The practice encourages a deep sense of stillness and inner peace, helping practitioners reconnect with their true selves. It allows for a quiet space to explore what you need to release and where you need to focus your energy.
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Enhancing Mindfulness and Presence: It trains the mind to be more present and mindful, which can enhance clarity, focus, and concentration in daily life.
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Cultivating Wholeness: Yoga Nidra supports the journey towards feeling whole, balanced, and integrated, promoting a sense of harmony within oneself and with the world.