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...]
Wednesday lunchtime Tai Chi classes offered at Main Library
Nancy Gardner of NG Energy is hosting Wednesday lunchtime Tai Chi classes at the Akron Summit County Library Main Branch every Wednesday through July 13, from from 12:15 to 1 p.m. The slow movements and mindful breathing make Tai Chi the perfect exercise for people of all ages and physical abilities, from the exercise novice to the professional athlete, says … [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...]
