ISSUE 2: CREATE WILLINGNESS – THE POWER OF WILLINGNESS

The Power of Willingness:

Embracing Discomfort for Growth

When faced with stress, anxiety, or emotional discomfort, our natural reaction is often to resist, pushing away feelings, avoiding difficult situations, or distracting ourselves. But what if the key to healing and personal growth lies not in resistance, but in willingness?

Willingness is the practice of accepting our emotions and experiences as they come, rather than fighting against them. It doesn’t mean giving up or resigning ourselves to suffering; instead, it means opening up to what is, allowing ourselves to feel, process, and move forward with greater resilience.

Think of it like stepping into cold water. The more you tense up and resist, the more uncomfortable it feels. But when you relax and lean into the experience, your body adjusts, and the discomfort fades. The same applies to emotions. When we allow ourselves to feel without judgment, we create space for growth and healing.

Building willingness takes practice. It might look like acknowledging anxiety rather than avoiding situations that trigger it, sitting with discomfort rather than numbing it, or embracing uncertainty rather than seeking control. Over time, this mindset shift can lead to greater emotional flexibility, improved mental health, and a deeper sense of peace.

What would happen if you stopped resisting and started allowing? Consider leaning into discomfort and seeing where willingness can take you.

Inside the Studio: A Closer Look at Our Classes

Total Body Circuit

Monday at 5:30 PM | Tuesday at Noon | Wednesday at 5:30 PM | Thursday at Noon & 5:15 PM

Elevate your fitness journey with our Total Body Circuit Class! This high-energy, full-body workout targets every muscle group, promoting strength, endurance, and flexibility. Led by experienced instructors, this dynamic class combines cardio and strength training for a balanced and challenging workout experience.

Designed to accommodate all fitness levels, the class offers modifications so you can adjust the intensity by changing the weight or reps to suit your needs. Full instruction and exercise variations are provided to ensure you get the most out of each session while working through multiple muscle groups.

With upbeat music to keep you motivated, this class is perfect for kickstarting your day or breaking up the afternoon. Whether you’re new to fitness or a seasoned athlete, you’ll find the right pace and challenge to help you reach your goals.

Join us for a fun, energizing workout that will leave you feeling stronger and more accomplished!

Yoga Flow
Mondays at 5:30 PM | Thursdays at 5:30 PM & 6:20 PM
Led by: Sydnee Allen

Join us for Yoga Flow, a rejuvenating class designed for practitioners of all levels who seek to move their bodies with grace and ease. Whether you’re new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, this 45-minute session will guide you through a smooth and balanced flow, focusing on gentle movements that foster flexibility, strength, and relaxation.

Sydnee will lead you through a sequence of postures designed to promote overall wellness, with modifications available for all levels. Props such as blocks and straps will be used to enhance your practice and ensure accessibility, regardless of your flexibility or experience level.

This class offers a perfect blend of physical movement and mindfulness, helping you connect with your body, ease stress, and cultivate balance in both body and mind.

FIT Camp

Saturdays at 9:30 AM
Led by: Josh Miller

Get ready for a fast-paced, high-energy workout with FIT Camp! This class is designed for every fitness level, combining the best of cardiovascular exercises, strength training, balance movements, and power moves. FIT Camp challenges both your body and mind, ensuring you work up a sweat while building endurance, strength, and agility.

Expect to spend part or most of the class outdoors (weather permitting), where you’ll push yourself through a variety of dynamic exercises. Led by our certified trainer, FIT Camp offers full instruction with exercise modifications to ensure everyone can participate at their own level.

With high-energy music driving the tempo, you’ll stay motivated and engaged throughout the workout. Whether you’re looking to burn calories, build muscle, or just have fun, FIT Camp provides the perfect environment to achieve your fitness goals.

Join us for an exciting and challenging workout that will leave you feeling accomplished and ready to take on the rest of your day!

Join Us For Our Quarterly Book Club!

March 29th at 10 AM
Join us for a quarterly book club led by Emily Taravella, where we dive deeper into meaningful discussions about novels. In our upcoming session, we’ll explore The God of the Woods by Liz Moore, with refreshments and handouts provided for all attendees. Call Today for more details 936.305.3070.

Help Us Understand Maternal Well-Being in Deep East Texas

I’m Lauren Ivy Sieja, a social work doctoral student at Stephen F. Austin State University. For my research, I’m studying stress and burnout among moms in Deep East Texas. If you’re a mom (18+) with at least one child (ages 0-17), please take a short survey to help improve support for mothers in our community. Your input is valuable!