National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Developmental disabilities refer to impairments in learning, behavior, physical function, or intellectual functioning. The campaign seeks to raise awareness about the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in all areas of life and the difficulties they still face today.

This week, we'll learn more about what this national month is and how we can observe National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.

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The Idea of the Week

 Learn more about National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month (a 5-minute read) from NationalToday or watch this short clip (1 minute 30 seconds). What is the history behind this month and why is this month important?

This 20-minute IN FOCUS Discussion: Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month discusses intersectionality, the stereotypes and attitudes about the disability community that need to be challenged, the data and demographics, and how we can support and increase the positive visibility of the disability community members. The panel features Miss Wheelchair Utah 2929 Lina Nguyen, UDCC Executive Director Libby Oseguera, and Disabled Rights Action Committee Board Member Tecuani Oliver.

Practice of the Week

How can we observe National Developmental Disabilities Month? We can observe by learning more about developmental disabilities, listening to people with developmental disabilities’ stories, and following or subscribing to disabled content creators and supporting their content. 

How will you observe this month? Let us know on our Instagram or Facebook page!

News of the Week

Morning Meditation
Thursdays 9:30-10:30am
in-person or online
$50 for 10 sessions

We are offering another guided meditation! Perfect for beginners! Start your morning by feeling self-centered, present, and calm!

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SAVE THE DATE!
Ketamine-Assisted Experiential Psychotherapy Retreat!

One Ketamine Journey—lots of deep dives into experiential therapy incorporating meditation, writing, art making, yoga, and other body-centered modalities.

Preparation Zoom Session, Thursday, March 30, from 6-9pm,
In-person Thursday, April 6 from 6-9pm,
In-person Friday, April 7 from 10-6pm,
In-person Saturday, April 8 from 9-5 pm.
Zoom Integration Session – Thursday, April 13 from 6-8pm Integration session.

More details coming ASAP!
Email [email protected] to express interest.
Only 6 slots are available.

Save Your Spot!

Want to learn more about Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy? Check out our blog post


Yoga Nidra and Vinyasa yoga classes start this week!

Yoga Nidra starts Wednesday, February 22nd from 7:15 pm to 8:15 pm. 
Vinyasa yoga starts Wednesday, February 22nd from 6 pm to 7pm. 

These sessions are offered in person at Breathing Space Psychotherapy in Erieville.

Private yoga sessions are now available! These yoga sessions are offered in person in Erieville or virtually.

Check out the pricing plans for yoga sessions by clicking the button below. Use code 10%OFF at the checkout for a discount on any plan through the end of February!

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The Thought of the Week

Wishing you a peaceful week!

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