Another year around the sun has flown by again and we’re already on the home run to the end of the year with Winter Solstice on the 21st, Christmas Eve & Day 24/25th, then the final years end… I hope amongst these somewhat final busy weeks, you’re able to take time to rest and reflect, be with your loved ones and enjoy the festive season however you’re choosing to spend it.

Naturally, we feel tired at this time of year when the days are shorter, darker and nature is in hibernation - it’s no surprise that when the party season is upon us, it can feel like a lot of effort to get going (and we really want to snuggle down in our pjs with a hot chocolate!) Our recent Yoga Nidra & Somatic Sound event was Sold Out and amongst the singing bowls and my voice, there was a drone of soft snores that weaved throughout the whole hall. There were a lot of tired people! As a result of this, I’ve decided to record the 45 minute yoga nidra. It’ll be available to my subscribers for free, or to buy from my website, this Sunday to celebrate Winter Solstice, for a limited time only. Buy here

A Winter Yoga Nidra for Winter Solstice. Sunday December 21st.

On a separate note, t’s been another brilliant year for Living Your Yoga: a thriving community, creative collaborations, inspired trainings and nurturing events. In January, Men’s Yoga Classes were launched; in January & February I furthered my study in Well-Woman Yoga with Birthlight at Yogacampus; by March I’d completed my Mindfulness Meditation Training; in May LYY launched it’s first subscription service, The Feminine Connection; in June I studied in person with one of my Ashtanga Yoga Teacher’s, Adam Keen; in September LYY turned 7 years old; October saw The Feminine Connection launch on Substack… now LYY is preparing to kick off the year with it’s much awaited YouTube channel and the launch of a Health & Wellness Radio Show!

Read on for your new year schedule of classes, events, dates for your diary and much more…

NEW YEAR TERM SCHEDULE

Monday 5th January ~ Friday 13th February 2026

YOGA NIDRA & SOMATIC SOUND EVENT: Winter Sanctuary

Last Sunday saw the final event of the year culminating in a collaboration with myself and Nicola From Eiraya Wellness: a Yoga Nidra delivered bathed in sounds to support healing, release and deep relaxation. Whilst the yoga nidra takes you on a journey into your inner world, guiding you to become an observer of yourself in a liminal state, the space between being awake and asleep in order to help heal, recover and rest, the sound bowls support and seek to create balance within your entire being, highlighting area’s that need extra nurture and attention. Together, both Nicola and I have brought our practices together to support a deepening of their healing modalities, in the hope that the practices themselves are experienced on an even deeper level. Once again the feedback was so positive, spaces have already been booked for next year’s events.

Click here to book your space for 2026.

Yoga Nidra & Somatic Sound. December. Leek Wootton Village Hall.

WELL-WOMAN & YOGA NIDRA EVENTS 2026

As always, all of our events are aimed at providing nourishing yoga practices incorporating movement, meditation, sound and deep rest within a safe and supportive environment. All events welcome all levels of experience and cater healthy drinks and seasonal treats.

Book your space here

LIVING YOUR YOGA on YOUTUBE

My children originally tried to encourage me to set up a YouTube Channel during covid, but I was so busy during that time, I just couldn’t manage it (I was also quite reluctant to say the least!) Now, however, I’ve recorded so many yoga video’s and audio’s for the Balance+ App and my subscribers, it feels like the natural thing to do next. Our community are really enthused about the launch of a LYY YouTube channel to support a home practice, so I’m all up for that!

The channel will launch on New Years Day! I’d love for you to subscribe and use the practices for your needs, and for you to share with others that you think may benefit from my teachings too.

I look forward to hearing your thoughts!

LIVING YOUR LIFESTYLE

Health & Wellbeing Radio Show

I’m thrilled to share that I’ll be presenting a new health & wellbeing show on Radio Abbey , every Wednesday 2.30-3.30pm, featuring a whole range of experts from the health and wellness industry! You’re invited to email in any questions for our weekly experts. The programme is recorded so you can play it back on both Mixcloud and LYY’s Youtube Channel!

Keep your eyes peeled for the launch of ‘Living Your Lifestyle’ on Wednesday 14th January, 2026. Our first guest is the very lovely Emma Collins (featured in our Health & Wellness Column below).

See below for our list of interviews we have booked in so far…

HEALTH & WELLNESS COLUMN

I’m really excited to be introducing Emma in this terms blog. I’ve known her for years and she’s a well loved and respected member of the community, supporting so many people in and around Kenilworth, Warwickshire and beyond. Here, she has kindly agreed to share a little more about her work as an acupuncturist and healer of many modalities!

I was absolutely thrilled when Lucy’s WhatsApp message popped up on my phone, inviting me to be the very first guest on her new radio show Living Your Lifestyle at Radio Abbey.

My answer was an immediate yes!

Our friendship began many years ago, when Lucy first reached to me after seeing on social media that I was opening a Traditional Acupuncture clinic in Kenilworth. We were both at the very beginning of setting up our well-being businesses and, that day, we planted a seed of friendship that has grown and thrived ever since.

Our first meet up was spent sitting on meditation cushions in The Arbour and a few hours later we realised we’d shared our deepest thoughts, fears and passions with each other. A beautiful friendship was born and from that day on, Lucy has supported me in life through yoga and, in turn, I have supported her with acupuncture.

Over the years, I’ve shared Lucy’s details with patients who I felt would benefit from her magic—and she has done the same for me. So, when she also asked me to write a little about who I am and what I do in her newsletter, my answer, again, was an immediate yes!

So, what is Traditional Acupuncture (also known as Five Element Acupuncture)?

Five Element Acupuncture is an ancient style of Chinese medicine based on the understanding that everything in the body—and in nature—is made up of five elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Each element nourishes and supports the next, creating a continuous cycle of balance and harmony.

My inspiration to study this ancient art came after my own life was turned upside down 20 years ago, when sudden grief led to severe anxiety. I was fortunate to find an acupuncturist who treated my mind, body, and spirit as one. Through their care, I slowly rediscovered balance, strength, and a sense of self I thought I had lost.

This healing experience inspired me to retrain as a Traditional Acupuncturist so I could help others find the same natural and authentic path to wellbeing. It was the beginning of my journey—and my passion—for a system of medicine that has supported people for more than 2,000 years.

And I went off and learnt how Five Element Acupuncture gently treats the root cause of illness—whether physical, emotional, or spiritual. I am grateful every day that I am able to share this with the wonderful people who walk through The Arbour door.

About The Arbour

My clinic, The Arbour, is located on Windy Arbour in Kenilworth. Alongside acupuncture, I also use complementary therapies such as Moxibustion, Gua Sha, Cupping, and auricular acupuncture. I teach Meditation and Reiki, and in 2026, I’ll be offering Spiritual Growth classes for those who wish to explore a little deeper.

For more information visit www.thearbourkenilworth.com

Or you can contact me on 07788 664248

Love,

Emma x

SEASONAL GIFTING

If you need any last minute gifts, and your local to Kenilworth, do drop me a line and I’m available until Tuesday 23rd December to provide you with LYY candles, (travel of full size), or Gift Vouchers for Events, Classes, 1:1’s or a Feminine Connection Subscription. Drop me a line on: info@livingyouryoga.co.uk

FREE SPIRIT TURKEY YOGA RETREAT

A perfect gift for Christmas, or a gorgeous break to look forward to next June! Come along on a Yoga Retreat with me next June to Turkey - if you’re already in the LYY community, you’ll receive the discounted price on the flyer below! Head to the contact details on the flyer - I look forward to seeing you there :)