A quiet classroom can be a refreshing sound for any teacher, but a mindful classroom, while also quiet, could carry a host of benefits for teachers, students, and even parents. Eden Koz, a meditation instructor and owner of Just Be, says her work with local schools has yielded success. And implementation ranges from “quiet time” for children during morning announcements to a … [Read more...]
Meditation teacher shares lessons in healing after multiple brain surgeries
It’s been a full year since a bout of headaches and dizziness led an ordeal that changed Eden Koz’s life. The owner of Just Be — a meditation, mindfulness and well-being company in Akron — went to the emergency room after a week of experiencing these symptoms were capped by nausea, and it was quickly shown through a CT scan that this would not be a quick visit. The scan … [Read more...]
Meditation teacher shares story of record recovery from multiple brain surgeries, health scare
Mindfulness instructor attributes holistic healing as assistant in recovery -- When you meet Eden Koz, she is effusive, bursting with positive energy. Though she’s been in the Akron area for almost 10 years, her Georgia accent still softens the ends of her phrases and her smile is contagious. Perhaps the most impressive aspect of speaking with her is, a little more than six … [Read more...]
New retail space in Hudson dedicated to meditation, mindfulness
The studio, which is named Just Be, LLC just opened on 1742 Georgetown Road, Suite D, in Hudson. It not only brings meditation/mindfulness but also facilitates Bowen sessions, Reiki sessions/classes/Certifications and Limbic Stress Analysis. “I believe this is very exciting for the city of Hudson,” expresses Eden Koz, founder and CEO of Just Be. “There are several other … [Read more...]
Week-long event celebrates unity, wellness, features live music, speakers
Spring Into Awareness takes place April 20-24 Student leaders at The University of Akron are hosting Spring into Awareness: a week-long community event series to inspire the community to live well and be well. The event series, April 20 through 24, will include workshops, free meals, free raffles, speakers, live music, engaging activities and networking opportunities that … [Read more...]
Working Class Vegan Man: The healthy power of meditation
Workplace meditation can increase productivity, save on healthcare costs I’m at work, and I’m fried. You know the feeling. If only I could take a moment, sit back from my computer and shut down my senses for a bit. But that’s not the way this job works. I’m not sure what my boss would think if she caught me idle with my eyes closed. Instead, I’ll jump on Facebook … [Read more...]
Meditation studio to open next month
(Courtesy of Just Be) Plans are under way for next month's opening of a studio devoted specifically to the healing and stress reducing practices of meditation and mindfulness. The studio, which will be opened by Just Be, LLC, A Meditation, Mindfulness & Wellness company, will be located off Route 619. “I believe this is very exciting for the city of Akron,” … [Read more...]
