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Unfolding Heart Yoga, LLC

Unfolding Heart Yoga, LLC

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MUCAI Academy
MUCAI Academy
67 E Dublin-Granville Road

Instructor since 2008, Martie Schoener, RYT 300, mentoring a gentle, sustainable Yoga & functional movement practice for ALL bodies!

Accessible/Inclusive Yoga for Disabilities. #ModernYogaTT #Movewithlove
Weaverville/North Asheville NC Martie has been practicing and studying yoga since 2001, when she was introduced to yoga during a retreat. Initially, she was curious to see if yoga could assist her with stress reduction and quieting the mind. So upon her return to Columbus, she immediately signed up for classes at a local stud

Legs Up the Wall (Viparita Karani) This is a gentle, restorative pose used in yoga, somatic therapy, and nervous system regulation practices. What it does It activates the parasympathetic nervous system (your rest-and-digest state). It stimulates the vagus nerve, helping regulate anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and stress. It supports lymphatic drainage and improves circulation, especially in the lower body. It gently reduces heart rate and blood pressure, inviting deeper calm. How it helps It relieves fatigue and tension. It quiets overthinking and supports emotional processing. It promotes full-body relaxation without any muscular effort. How to do it 1. Find a clear wall and a yoga mat, towel, or blanket for comfort. 2. Sit sideways against the wall with one hip touching it. 3. Gently swing your legs up onto the wall as you lower your back to the floor. 4. Adjust so your sitting bones are as close to the wall as is comfortable. 5. Let your arms rest by your sides with palms facing up. 6. Close your eyes, breathe slowly, and stay for 5 to 15 minutes. 7. To come out, bend your knees and gently roll to one side. Rest for a few breaths before sitting up. Miles’ reminder: It’s okay to do absolutely nothing while your body resets. 08/11/2025

Love this….my dad and I danced to this song long ago….

Legs Up the Wall (Viparita Karani) This is a gentle, restorative pose used in yoga, somatic therapy, and nervous system regulation practices. What it does It activates the parasympathetic nervous system (your rest-and-digest state). It stimulates the vagus nerve, helping regulate anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and stress. It supports lymphatic drainage and improves circulation, especially in the lower body. It gently reduces heart rate and blood pressure, inviting deeper calm. How it helps It relieves fatigue and tension. It quiets overthinking and supports emotional processing. It promotes full-body relaxation without any muscular effort. How to do it 1. Find a clear wall and a yoga mat, towel, or blanket for comfort. 2. Sit sideways against the wall with one hip touching it. 3. Gently swing your legs up onto the wall as you lower your back to the floor. 4. Adjust so your sitting bones are as close to the wall as is comfortable. 5. Let your arms rest by your sides with palms facing up. 6. Close your eyes, breathe slowly, and stay for 5 to 15 minutes. 7. To come out, bend your knees and gently roll to one side. Rest for a few breaths before sitting up. Miles’ reminder: It’s okay to do absolutely nothing while your body resets.

If you did nothing else but move your shoulders like this once a day, you’ll feel like you’ve won the lottery. Ok, maaaaybe a bit of hyperbole but at the bare minimum, shoulder blade movements are a daily habit I recommended getting into. Why? Because your shoulder blades help your arm move better. And because you have 17 muscles that attach to your blades! After the surprise hit of my recent live online class all about the shoulders, I’ve had requests for more. And lucky for you, I LOVE teaching about the shoulders and movement. So join me for another FREE community class exploring mobility and stability for your beautiful shou. We’ll be building on what we did in the first class but if you missed the first one, no problem! You’ll still get a lot out of it. It’s next Friday (October 13) and while it’s free, you have to register to join. To get the link, write ‘shoulder class’ in the comments and like magic, you’ll see the info and sign up link in your DMs. And feel free add in the comments if shoulders are always a sticky or tricky spot for you! #shouldermobility #shoulderstrength #shoulderstability #shoulderstretch #shoulderpain #scapularstability #scapula #yogatips #yogaforall #yogamobility 08/11/2025

Love this so much!

If you did nothing else but move your shoulders like this once a day, you’ll feel like you’ve won the lottery. Ok, maaaaybe a bit of hyperbole but at the bare minimum, shoulder blade movements are a daily habit I recommended getting into. Why? Because your shoulder blades help your arm move better. And because you have 17 muscles that attach to your blades! After the surprise hit of my recent live online class all about the shoulders, I’ve had requests for more. And lucky for you, I LOVE teaching about the shoulders and movement. So join me for another FREE community class exploring mobility and stability for your beautiful shou. We’ll be building on what we did in the first class but if you missed the first one, no problem! You’ll still get a lot out of it. It’s next Friday (October 13) and while it’s free, you have to register to join. To get the link, write ‘shoulder class’ in the comments and like magic, you’ll see the info and sign up link in your DMs. And feel free add in the comments if shoulders are always a sticky or tricky spot for you! #shouldermobility #shoulderstrength #shoulderstability #shoulderstretch #shoulderpain #scapularstability #scapula #yogatips #yogaforall #yogamobility

We tend to think the shoulders are just shoulders, so if they feel tight, we stretch them. But in the infinite wisdom of the body, everything is connected. So moving your wrists to help address shoulder tension is a very wise choice for you to make to keep your shoulders happy. And the infinite wisdom of our yoga practice reminds us of the connection between everything. I’m reminded of this as I watch the yearly salmon run in the creek in my yard and how the lifecycle of the salmon is integral to the health of the forest… it’s all so deeply and beautifully connected. And not just within our own body, but also the ecosystem of our emotions with the body. Stress, worries and fear don’t just live in our heads. They show up in various places in our body, and so when we move one area like the shoulders and add in the helpful wrist extension, it’s like gently pulling on a thread and reminding us that everything is connected. Move your body, move your mind. Move your wrists, help your shoulders. Care for yourself, care for the world around you… it’s all connected ✨✨ PS- you can do these shoulders movements standing up, sitting in a chair or even lying down! #shouldermobility #shoulderstretch #shoulderday #shoulderpain #shoulderrehab #shoulderhealth #shoulderstability #shoulderexercises #accessibleyoga #yogamobility #functionalyoga #yogatherapy #yogaforstress #yogaforstressrelief #yogaforbeginners 08/11/2025

Exactly….the why for doing wrist movements!

We tend to think the shoulders are just shoulders, so if they feel tight, we stretch them. But in the infinite wisdom of the body, everything is connected. So moving your wrists to help address shoulder tension is a very wise choice for you to make to keep your shoulders happy. And the infinite wisdom of our yoga practice reminds us of the connection between everything. I’m reminded of this as I watch the yearly salmon run in the creek in my yard and how the lifecycle of the salmon is integral to the health of the forest… it’s all so deeply and beautifully connected. And not just within our own body, but also the ecosystem of our emotions with the body. Stress, worries and fear don’t just live in our heads. They show up in various places in our body, and so when we move one area like the shoulders and add in the helpful wrist extension, it’s like gently pulling on a thread and reminding us that everything is connected. Move your body, move your mind. Move your wrists, help your shoulders. Care for yourself, care for the world around you… it’s all connected ✨✨ PS- you can do these shoulders movements standing up, sitting in a chair or even lying down! #shouldermobility #shoulderstretch #shoulderday #shoulderpain #shoulderrehab #shoulderhealth #shoulderstability #shoulderexercises #accessibleyoga #yogamobility #functionalyoga #yogatherapy #yogaforstress #yogaforstressrelief #yogaforbeginners

You were never meant to be small. Not in your body. Not in your voice. Not in your life. Shrinking yourself to make others comfortable only teaches your nervous system one thing: that your presence is a problem. But I’m a cat. And I don’t do shame. I stretch. I lounge. I nap on your journal. I take up space because I know I belong. And so do you. 🐾 #TakeUpSpace #MilesTheTherapyCat #TraumaHealing #SomaticTherapy #SelfWorth #NervousSystemHealing #EmotionalWellbeing #YouBelongHere #LeslieCasler #TherapyForTheSoul_1111 #MilesCasler 08/10/2025

I love this! ❤️

You were never meant to be small. Not in your body. Not in your voice. Not in your life. Shrinking yourself to make others comfortable only teaches your nervous system one thing: that your presence is a problem. But I’m a cat. And I don’t do shame. I stretch. I lounge. I nap on your journal. I take up space because I know I belong. And so do you. 🐾 #TakeUpSpace #MilesTheTherapyCat #TraumaHealing #SomaticTherapy #SelfWorth #NervousSystemHealing #EmotionalWellbeing #YouBelongHere #LeslieCasler #TherapyForTheSoul_1111 #MilesCasler

These movements can be incredibly helpful. But the last and most important one is to turn toward what you really want. See what I did there? I know it’s cheeky, but it’s so true. And can be SO HARD. Trust me, as a recovering fawner I totally get it. It’s really, really uncomfortable to center yourself when you think giving to others is the key to your love and safety. But it’s not. Not anymore at least. Boundaries are actually really simple when you learn to embody them. Comment “embodied choice” to learn more. 🫂 08/10/2025

Great stuff!

These movements can be incredibly helpful. But the last and most important one is to turn toward what you really want. See what I did there? I know it’s cheeky, but it’s so true. And can be SO HARD. Trust me, as a recovering fawner I totally get it. It’s really, really uncomfortable to center yourself when you think giving to others is the key to your love and safety. But it’s not. Not anymore at least. Boundaries are actually really simple when you learn to embody them. Comment “embodied choice” to learn more. 🫂

Want to tap into the most famous fascia of the human body? You’ve been walking on it your whole life! Your plantar fascia is a thick suspension system on the bottom of your foot. But when it is overstretched and annoyed, the pain is unshakeable. An irritated plantar fascia is often not the culprit, but rather the victim of weakened foot, ankle and lower leg muscles. Rolling the plantar fascia may seem like the right idea, but sometimes rolling the plantar fascia’s neighborhood is the better option. When you finally nestle a Yoga Tune Up Ball into your foot- consider deep listening rather than deep pressure. For more details, watch the full video with a 7-day free trial on our website via the link in Bio #movebreatheroll #TUF #fascia #YogaTuneUpBall #fasciawork #footpainrelief #plantarfasciitis #mobilityroutine #selfmassage #movebreatheroll 08/10/2025

Soooo good!

Want to tap into the most famous fascia of the human body? You’ve been walking on it your whole life! Your plantar fascia is a thick suspension system on the bottom of your foot. But when it is overstretched and annoyed, the pain is unshakeable. An irritated plantar fascia is often not the culprit, but rather the victim of weakened foot, ankle and lower leg muscles. Rolling the plantar fascia may seem like the right idea, but sometimes rolling the plantar fascia’s neighborhood is the better option. When you finally nestle a Yoga Tune Up Ball into your foot- consider deep listening rather than deep pressure. For more details, watch the full video with a 7-day free trial on our website via the link in Bio #movebreatheroll #TUF #fascia #YogaTuneUpBall #fasciawork #footpainrelief #plantarfasciitis #mobilityroutine #selfmassage #movebreatheroll

Follow @goodneuroscience to understand your brain. Rhythmic, low-intensity movement like walking, dancing, or swimming can help the brain recover from stress, even when you’re exhausted. Studies show that this kind of movement supports the nervous system by calming overactive emotional circuits, improving blood flow, and boosting levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). BDNF is a protein that helps brain cells grow, adapt, and repair, especially in areas like the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex, which are often affected by chronic stress. Bilateral movement patterns, such as walking, engage both hemispheres of the brain and promote emotional regulation. This type of gentle movement sends a clear signal to the nervous system: you’re safe now.

Molecular mechanisms underlying physical exercise-induced brain BDNF overproduction
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/molecular-neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnmol.2023.1275924/full

Effects of different physical activities on brain-derived neurotrophic factor: A systematic review and bayesian network meta-analysis
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/aging-neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnagi.2022.981002/full

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any changes to your health or wellness routine. Follow @goodneuroscience to optimize your brain health. #neuroscience #brainhealth #neurobiology #movement #bdnf #exercise 08/10/2025

Excellent.

Follow @goodneuroscience to understand your brain. Rhythmic, low-intensity movement like walking, dancing, or swimming can help the brain recover from stress, even when you’re exhausted. Studies show that this kind of movement supports the nervous system by calming overactive emotional circuits, improving blood flow, and boosting levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). BDNF is a protein that helps brain cells grow, adapt, and repair, especially in areas like the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex, which are often affected by chronic stress. Bilateral movement patterns, such as walking, engage both hemispheres of the brain and promote emotional regulation. This type of gentle movement sends a clear signal to the nervous system: you’re safe now.

Molecular mechanisms underlying physical exercise-induced brain BDNF overproduction
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/molecular-neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnmol.2023.1275924/full

Effects of different physical activities on brain-derived neurotrophic factor: A systematic review and bayesian network meta-analysis
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/aging-neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnagi.2022.981002/full

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any changes to your health or wellness routine. Follow @goodneuroscience to optimize your brain health. #neuroscience #brainhealth #neurobiology #movement #bdnf #exercise

08/09/2025
The Butterfly Hug: A Gentle Tool for Soothing the Nervous System Developed by EMDR therapists in the aftermath of natural disasters, the Butterfly Hug is a simple yet powerful form of bilateral stimulation (BLS) — a technique that activates both hemispheres of the brain to reduce distress and promote calm. ✨ How to Do the Butterfly Hug: • Cross your arms over your chest, placing each hand on the opposite upper arm or shoulder. • Begin tapping alternately — left, right, left, right — like a butterfly flapping its wings. • Close your eyes or soften your gaze. • Breathe slowly and notice what you feel, without judgment. • Continue for 1–3 minutes or until a sense of calm returns. 🧠 Why It Works: Bilateral stimulation mimics the natural processes of REM sleep and can help: • Decrease anxiety and hyperarousal • Soothe emotional overwhelm • Reprocess distressing memories • Reinforce feelings of safety and integration 📚 Backed by Research: • Shapiro, F. (2001). Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing: Basic Principles, Protocols, and Procedures. • Baek, J. et al. (2019). Neural circuits underlying EMDR therapy. Nature. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-019-1153-2 • Pagani, M. et al. (2017). Neurobiological mechanisms of EMDR. Frontiers in Psychology. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2017.01934 Whether you’re navigating stress, trauma, or just a tough moment… Butterfly Hug can bring you back to center. 🐾 Miles, The Therapy Cat — Hashtags: #ButterflyHug #BilateralStimulation #EMDRTherapy #TraumaHealing #SomaticTherapy #LeslieAndMiles #MilesTheTherapyCat #TherapyForTheSoul_1111 #LeslieCasler #LeslieCaslerLCSW #NervousSystemHealing #HealingTools #EMDRHealing #TherapyCatWisdom 08/09/2025

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The Butterfly Hug: A Gentle Tool for Soothing the Nervous System Developed by EMDR therapists in the aftermath of natural disasters, the Butterfly Hug is a simple yet powerful form of bilateral stimulation (BLS) — a technique that activates both hemispheres of the brain to reduce distress and promote calm. ✨ How to Do the Butterfly Hug: • Cross your arms over your chest, placing each hand on the opposite upper arm or shoulder. • Begin tapping alternately — left, right, left, right — like a butterfly flapping its wings. • Close your eyes or soften your gaze. • Breathe slowly and notice what you feel, without judgment. • Continue for 1–3 minutes or until a sense of calm returns. 🧠 Why It Works: Bilateral stimulation mimics the natural processes of REM sleep and can help: • Decrease anxiety and hyperarousal • Soothe emotional overwhelm • Reprocess distressing memories • Reinforce feelings of safety and integration 📚 Backed by Research: • Shapiro, F. (2001). Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing: Basic Principles, Protocols, and Procedures. • Baek, J. et al. (2019). Neural circuits underlying EMDR therapy. Nature. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-019-1153-2 • Pagani, M. et al. (2017). Neurobiological mechanisms of EMDR. Frontiers in Psychology. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2017.01934 Whether you’re navigating stress, trauma, or just a tough moment… Butterfly Hug can bring you back to center. 🐾 Miles, The Therapy Cat — Hashtags: #ButterflyHug #BilateralStimulation #EMDRTherapy #TraumaHealing #SomaticTherapy #LeslieAndMiles #MilesTheTherapyCat #TherapyForTheSoul_1111 #LeslieCasler #LeslieCaslerLCSW #NervousSystemHealing #HealingTools #EMDRHealing #TherapyCatWisdom

Wouldn’t it be better to teach kids how to regulate… Instead of managing adults who never learned how? This simple calming routine is a favorite in our home. You can use it: ✅ Before a meltdown ✅ After big emotions ✅ As a daily nervous system reset Here’s how it works 👇 🌀 Rhythmic movement: Lay your child on their back and gently press into their feet to create a gentle rocking sensation. 30-60 seconds. 🤲 Deep pressure: Have them press arms and legs into the floor (we call it “Glue to the Floor”). Press for 10 seconds. 👋 Tapping: • 10 taps on shoulders (arms crossed) • 10 taps above the eyebrows • 10 fingertip taps • Press palms together for 10 seconds 💨 Add deep breathing throughout. Eyes can stay open or closed. This routine helps regulate the nervous system, reduce overwhelm, and promote calm — for kids and parents. ✨ Rhythm calms the body. ✨ Deep pressure organizes the brain. ✨ Tapping helps release stress. Let’s raise kids who know what calm feels like. 💬 Share this with a parent or teacher who could really use a simple reset tool. 👯‍♀️ Heck, this feels amazing for adults too — tag a parent who could use it themselves. 💾 Save this post for the next meltdown moment. 📩 DM “Rewired” to be first on the list for our app launching late 2025! #NervousSystemSupport #CalmingRoutine #EmotionalRegulation #SensoryKids #ParentingTips #PrimitiveReflexes #TappingForKids #BrainBodyConnection #RewiredKids #CalmKids #DeepPressure #ParentingTools 08/09/2025

This is SObgood if you have kids or grands….

Wouldn’t it be better to teach kids how to regulate… Instead of managing adults who never learned how? This simple calming routine is a favorite in our home. You can use it: ✅ Before a meltdown ✅ After big emotions ✅ As a daily nervous system reset Here’s how it works 👇 🌀 Rhythmic movement: Lay your child on their back and gently press into their feet to create a gentle rocking sensation. 30-60 seconds. 🤲 Deep pressure: Have them press arms and legs into the floor (we call it “Glue to the Floor”). Press for 10 seconds. 👋 Tapping: • 10 taps on shoulders (arms crossed) • 10 taps above the eyebrows • 10 fingertip taps • Press palms together for 10 seconds 💨 Add deep breathing throughout. Eyes can stay open or closed. This routine helps regulate the nervous system, reduce overwhelm, and promote calm — for kids and parents. ✨ Rhythm calms the body. ✨ Deep pressure organizes the brain. ✨ Tapping helps release stress. Let’s raise kids who know what calm feels like. 💬 Share this with a parent or teacher who could really use a simple reset tool. 👯‍♀️ Heck, this feels amazing for adults too — tag a parent who could use it themselves. 💾 Save this post for the next meltdown moment. 📩 DM “Rewired” to be first on the list for our app launching late 2025! #NervousSystemSupport #CalmingRoutine #EmotionalRegulation #SensoryKids #ParentingTips #PrimitiveReflexes #TappingForKids #BrainBodyConnection #RewiredKids #CalmKids #DeepPressure #ParentingTools

Spoiler alert- Yes, you are a good yoga teacher. I don’t know you, but if you feel doubts as a teacher, it likely means that you really care. And “bad” teachers usually don’t care, you know? Watch the video and let me know if you agree or have anything to add to the list! You can watch or listen to the full video and podcast episode both on The Heart and Bones Podcast (listen wherever you go for podcasts) or on the Heart and Bones YouTube channel. #yogateacher #yogateachers #yogateacheruk #yogainstructor 08/09/2025

Spoiler alert- Yes, you are a good yoga teacher. I don’t know you, but if you feel doubts as a teacher, it likely means that you really care. And “bad” teachers usually don’t care, you know? Watch the video and let me know if you agree or have anything to add to the list! You can watch or listen to the full video and podcast episode both on The Heart and Bones Podcast (listen wherever you go for podcasts) or on the Heart and Bones YouTube channel. #yogateacher #yogateachers #yogateacheruk #yogainstructor

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