Door 1: Start Small – Gentle Entry Points for Awareness, Relief & Curiosity

A 1000-Hour Yoga Therapy Thesis Project with Shannon Reilly

Gentle beginnings for when you need something doable

If you’re feeling stuck, tired, or unsure where to start, Start Small gives you gentle, body-based ways to reconnect without pressure.

These short experiences help you build trust with your nervous system and find tiny pockets of relief.

Each option focuses on simple, accessible tools you can use anytime — at your own pace, without judgment.

Choose your gentle entry point

  • Gentle Focus Mini

    A self-paced, 3-part mini series teaching focus without forcing.

    Learn simple practices that calm the mind, settle energy, and help you refocus when scattered.

    3 short videos (10–15 min each)

    Printable reflection prompts

    Research Rate $15 · Regular $27

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  • Weighted Rest Mini

    Short self-paced grounding and rest practices.

    Support your body to rest safely, especially when stillness feels edgy.

    3 guided audio/video sessions

    Weighted or sensory props optional

    Research Rate $15 · Regular $27

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  • Mini 1:1 Regulation Reset (30 min)

    Personalized nervous-system reset + one usable tool.

    A quick, private session (virtual or in-person) to meet your current state and walk away with one clear, actionable practice.

    Research Rate $36 · Regular $65

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  • ND Nervous System Check-In (45 min)

    Gain clarity, validation, and one or two working tools matched to your wiring.

    Includes short guided practice + visual mapping to understand your regulation patterns.

    Research Rate $61 · Regular $110

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What to expect

  • Gentle pacing, sensory awareness, and consent at every step

  • No pressure for performance or stillness

  • Optional journaling or reflection resources

  • Access to follow-up options when ready to “build skills”

You might choose this door if…

  • You’re in burnout, recovery, or transition

  • You want to reconnect without committing to a full program

  • You need small wins that restore confidence and safety

Ready to begin?

Small steps count. Every moment of awareness builds regulation.

Apply or Book Your Start Small Session

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