Restorative Ritual: Grounding Through the Senses with Melissa Chevalier

June 14, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
A ritual of rest, renewal, and presence.
 
This 2-hour immersive experience invites you to pause, reconnect, and ground through the senses. Step
into a space of softness and stillness, where you’ll find presence and tranquility.
 
Begin by tuning into your senses—soft lighting, calming music, grounding aromas, and the rhythm of your
breath will center you in the present moment. From there, you’ll transition into supported restorative yoga
postures, allowing your body to deeply relax, release tension, and calm the nervous system.
 
The experience culminates in Yoga Nidra, a guided meditation that leads you into the liminal space
between waking and sleep, promoting rest and rejuvenation for your nervous system.

The session concludes with quiet reflection and integration time, giving you space to absorb the practice
and leave feeling rejuvenated, grounded, and more connected to your body, mind, and being. This ritual is
for anyone seeking grounding, rest, and inner balance.

What to Expect:

Grounding Through the Senses
Begin by connecting with your senses: soft, ambient light, soothing sounds, grounding aromas, and a
mindful breath. These elements help you settle into the present moment and create a calm, centered
foundation for your practice.

Restorative Yoga: A Ritual of Release
Transition into fully supported restorative yoga postures, held for longer periods to invite deep relaxation
and muscle release. These postures, guided with gentle cues, will allow you to soften, unwind, and let go
of tension—both physically and mentally.

Yoga Nidra: Deep Rest & Renewal
Move into Yoga Nidra, a guided meditation that leads you into the liminal space between wakefulness and
sleep. This state encourages profound rest, healing, and rejuvenation for both body and mind.

Integration & Reflection
After the meditation, take time for quiet reflection. Journal or simply be present with yourself as you
integrate the experience, allowing the calming effects of the practice to settle deep within.

What’s Provided:
• Blankets & blocks to support your practice
• Herbal tea to enhance relaxation
• A take-home guide to continue your ritual at home

Please Bring:
• Yoga mat
• Pillow
• Journal/notebook & pen
• Eye covering (optional)
• Comfortable, cozy clothing for rest

Facilitator:
Melissa Chevalier is a certified yoga instructor specializing in Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra. With an
MFA in Experiential Design, she brings creativity and presence into every offering, creating spaces for
deep connection, rest, and renewal.

Cost: $40

Limited to 16 participants

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