Be Open to Life

May 27, 2026 12:16 pm

Hi ,


It is almost the end of May. I cannot believe how fast this year has gone. image


Insight Timer

I have some exciting news! I am now on Insight Timer. This is a meditation platform that has expanded to offer live and recorded yoga classes. You do need to have a free account. There is also a premium membership that provides even more opportunities.


My first two meditations are available.

  1. Yoga Nidra - Honor the Mother Within is a 12-minute Yoga Nidra. Yoga Nidra is a form of meditation that allows you to go through all five levels of awareness. It is sometimes called 'yoga sleep'. Many people use this meditation to help them get ready for sleep. Others use it as a meditation practice. BTW, I am playing the Tibetan sound bowl in this offering.
  2. Take a Walk With Me is a 16-minute mindful meditation walk. We walk together and I ask you questions and share my life and experiences with you. You will hear birds, cars, rustling of the wind as we walk through my neighborhood being mindful.


In addition, this Friday, May 29, from 1-2 pm EST, I will be offering my first live gentle, chair yoga class. This class will give you an opportunity to bring May to and end using a loving kindness meditation. I hope you consider joining me.


All of these offerings are free of charge, there is an option to leave a donation, follow me, and leave a review. Any and all are welcome!


Offerings

Many of you seem confused by the number of things I promote and offer. Yes, I do a lot of different things. image


Why? Because I enjoy doing a lot of different things.


I enjoy sharing what brings me joy, hoping it will bring you joy, inspire you, open-up possibilities to you.


So much of my life, I felt I was living to meet societal expectations, to show a happy face, to be the person everyone expected me to be.


Well, I don't want to be that way any more. It is time we breakout of our shells and experience life.


imageWhen I was 5 or 6 years old, my mother had peonies (flowers). I thought I was doing the peonies a services by diligently going out every day and clearing the ants off of the plant. My mother kept wondering why her peonies were not blooming. When I finally confessed to what I was doing, she shared that the flowers needed the ants to feel safe so that they could bloom.


What do you need to feel safe and bloom?



In addition to Insight Timer, I also offer:

  • Career and transition coaching — Personalized support for career pivots, retirement planning, leadership shifts, and other major life changes. I combine proven coaching methods with mindfulness to help you make choices that fit your values and strengths.
  • Yoga and mindfulness classes — Gentle, practical practices to reduce stress, build resilience, and bring clarity to decision-making.
  • Massage therapy — Hands-on massage therapy sessions from a table, Thai mat, or chair to release tension, restore balance, and support overall well-being during times of change. [Note: Only licensed in Maryland.]


Hosting a retreat or an event at your school, work, or with friends and want to bring in deeper spiritual, physical, or mindful awareness - reach out and let's discuss how I can support you.


Ways to reconnect:

  • Book a free 30-minute discovery call — let’s talk about where you are and what would help most.
  • Schedule a session directly — coaching, yoga class, or massage via my scheduling page.
  • Follow my updates — I share ideas and resources about transitions, wellbeing, and telling your story your way on my website and LinkedIn.


Other places you will find me:

Opus Yoga, (https://www.opusyogastudio.com/):


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If you know someone who could use a gentle, practical guide through a transition, please feel free to forward this newsletter.


Live your best life — tell your story your way. I look forward to our paths crossing.


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With great respect,

Sandy Menzies

[email protected]

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