During the busy tax season, we actively look for ways to maintain our mental and physical health. One such way is by defeating stress. The staff recently enjoyed a meditation class and a yoga class from local yoga studio Inner Bliss, located in Westlake.

The meditation class offered us an opportunity to focus on breathing, focusing, and re-energizing with practical tips. Something as simple as three deep breaths with visualization can allow you to look at a problem with a new outlook.

During the yoga class, yogis of all levels were able to enjoy an hour of active recovery from the day.  According to Inner Bliss’s website, yoga’s benefits include:

• Builds strength & boosts energy
• Improves breathing & lung capacity
• Improves attention & concentration
• Encourages quality sleep
• Alleviates stress & tension
• Decreases anxiety & depression
• Calms the central nervous system
• Expands learning efficiency

Meditation and yoga was a brand-new experience for some of the staff, but everyone who participated felt the positive effects!