ME TIME with MCCOY

It's baaaack! Me Time With MCCOY is back in 2023 thanks to a generous sponsor!

MCCOY's Learning Network has long shared the importance of those serving youth and families to participate in self-care. We also recognize that these activities take time to plan, cost money and are often the first thing to get dropped a busy to-do list. This series will allow for participants to experience a different self-care or renewal activities at no cost. It's our way of "walking the talk" for those we support and to demonstrate that we are thankful to serve those who serve our community.

DATE: Quarterly in 2023

TIME: Varies

COST: FREE!

LOCATION: Either @MCCOY or Online

Session format is 60-90 minute activity. In-person sessions will have Connection time built in at the end for 30 minutes.

Choose one, or choose all, but most importantly CHOOSE YOURSELF by taking Me Time!

Vision Boards March 1st from 10:00am-Noon at MCCOY

Now that 2023 is rolling, let’s set yourself up to claim the incredible year ahead! During this session we encourage you to hone in on 2023 goals, like what you want to accomplish, are ready to let go of, want to spend more time doing, and/or how you want to feel. You’ll select what visual representations, stickers, motivational quotes or affirmations to include on your vision board to tell the story of who you will become and what your life will look like when your vision becomes a reality. You’re welcome to bring anything (photos, quotes, etc.) that you’d like to add to your board. We’ll bring the rest of the supplies!

New to vision boards? Vision boards are usually created for short term goals, long term goals, month by month, year by year, or even one representing your life 10 years from now. As long as you have dreams and goals, you can always have vision boards.

To be lead by Jamie Scott, Edna Martin Christian Center

Chair Yoga May 8 from 9:30-11am, Online

This Virtual Chair Yoga class will lead you through breathing techniques that can help ease stress and bring connection to the body right at your desk. You will be guided through a short sequence of gentle movements to connect with the body. You will use the breath to guide the body through the movements and release tension along the body. We will close the session with a guided meditation to bring focus to the mind to set you up for your day. All of the elements of the practice will be ones that you can use beyond this time in pieces or as a whole to help relieve tension, bring focus, and/or encourage connection.

This class will be led by Ashlea. She is a 200RYT, Buti Yoga Instructor and NASM -CPT at Balance and Breath Yoga in Plainfield.

*This class is suitable for all levels and variations will be given of the postures for accessibility. Students are always welcome to opt out of a posture if it does not suit their body. **By participating in this class, the student understands and acknowledges that they are personally responsible for any and all risks, injuries, or damages known or unknown which might occur as result of their participation in this class.

Poetry Cares for The Self April 13th from 10:00am-Noon at MCCOY

"Poetry Cares for the Self" is a workshop that explores the connection between self-care and the creative process of writing poetry. Through a series of writing exercises and group discussions, participants will learn how to use the power of words to express their emotions, process their experiences, and nurture their well-being.

This workshop will provide you with tools and support to tap into the healing potential of poetry and care for yourself through the written word."

To be lead by Thomas Kneeland of The Kneeland Center for Poetry

.... and MORE TO COME in 2nd Half of 2023!
We are still working on additional sessions! If you have something you'd like to see in second half of 2023, let us know by Emailing Becky Reich with your idea(s) or connections!

QUESTIONS?
Becky Reich

Director of Capacity Building and Equity Initiatives
beckyreich@mccoyouth.org

ME TIME with MCCOY

Choose one, or choose all, but most importantly CHOOSE YOURSELF by taking Me Time!

Vision Boards March 1st from 10:00am-Noon at MCCOY

Poetry Cares for The Self April 13th from 10:00am-Noon at MCCOY