Soulful Beginnings
An evening of soulful reflection &
intention-setting for an inspired year ahead
with Mel Grime
SOULFUL LIVING COACH & YOGA TEACHER
Sunday 12th January 2025
Mono, Ontario
What Happens When You Start the Year from the Heart?
​
Starting the year with intention and authenticity is more than just a feel-good exercise—it’s a transformational way to connect deeply with what truly matters to you. When you approach the year ahead with a heart-centered focus, you create a foundation that aligns with your values, desires, and inner truth.
​
Rather than getting swept up in external expectations or lofty resolutions that fade by February, this kind of beginning allows you to:
Feel Grounded and Present: In a world that moves so quickly, taking time to center yourself creates calm and clarity. By grounding yourself at the start of the year, you cultivate a sense of inner peace that carries forward, helping you navigate life’s challenges with grace.
Reconnect with Your Heart and Desires: When was the last time you paused to ask yourself, What do I really want? A heart-led approach helps you connect with your authentic self and uncover the desires that light you up—free from the noise of comparison or “shoulds.”
Create Intentions That Truly Align with You: Setting intentions from the heart means honoring what feels right for you, not what the world expects. These authentic intentions act as a compass, guiding you through the year in a way that feels aligned and purposeful.
Build Momentum for Meaningful Change: By starting the year with clarity and alignment, you step into your power. You begin to make decisions and take actions that reflect who you are and where you want to go. That momentum can create ripples of positive change throughout every area of your life.
Nurture Your Soul in a Supportive Space: Taking time for yourself in a warm, welcoming environment allows you to start the year feeling supported and inspired. When you’re surrounded by like-minded individuals, it reinforces the belief that you’re not alone on this journey.
What to Expect at Soulful Beginnings
During this 2-hour in-person gathering, you’ll be guided through practices designed to help you align with your heart and soul:
-
Meditation to ground yourself and connect with your inner wisdom.
-
Journaling Exercises to reflect on your desires and uncover what truly matters to you.
-
Intention-Setting Practices to create clarity and focus for the year ahead.
-
Yoga Nidra Practice to relax deeply, leaving you feeling refreshed and aligned.
This isn’t about striving for perfection or setting overwhelming goals. It’s about connecting with yourself in a meaningful way, nurturing your heart, and planting seeds for a year that feels truly aligned.
​
Why Start the Year Like This?
​
When you lead from the heart, you live with authenticity. You’re no longer chasing goals that don’t resonate or following a path that isn’t yours. Instead, you’re creating a life that feels deeply fulfilling because it reflects who you are at your core.
DATE: Sunday 12th January 2025
​
TIME: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
​
LOCATION: Yogariffic 713289 1st Line EHS, Mono, ON L9W 5T1
​
INVESTMENT: $49 CAD + HST
"Clarity comes when you pause, reflect, and listen to the whispers of your heart."
REGISTRATION
Soulful Beginnings
2 hour in-person gathering
Sunday 12th January 2025
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Price: $49 CAD + HST
(Only 10 spots available)
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: A full refund if you cancel more than 30 days before the date of the retreat. A 50% refund if cancellation is within 30 days of the retreat unless we can get your spot filled, then you will receive a 100% refund minus any processing costs. If retreat is cancelled due to Covid-19 or any other reason, a 95% refund is provided.
Hi, I'm Mel
Soulful Living Coach & Yoga Teacher
For many years, I lived disconnected from my true self, shape-shifting to fit the “shoulds” and “supposed to” of life. I hid behind perfectionism and people-pleasing, wearing a mask that kept me busy and striving, yet deeply unfulfilled. Beneath the surface, I battled negative self-talk, burnout, and a lack of self-worth.
​
Everything changed in 2017 when I began experiencing debilitating panic attacks. My body, tired of being ignored, sent me a loud wake-up call. I was diagnosed with depression, osteoarthritis, and an autoimmune thyroid condition. It was clear I needed to stop, listen, and take a hard look at how I was living.
I realized I wasn’t just disconnected from my body—I was disconnected from my mind and soul. Despite having everything I thought I wanted, I felt empty and numb. I didn’t know who I was anymore or what brought me joy.
That was when I began a journey back to myself. Through yoga, meditation, and daily moments of intentional self-care, I started to reconnect with what truly nourished me. Walking in nature, resting, listening to soulful music, and simply allowing myself to pause became part of my healing. Slowly, I felt my energy return, my spark reignite, and my heart open.
But the real transformation came when I began to peel back the layers that had been dimming my light for years. I unpacked the limiting beliefs and old narratives that told me I wasn’t enough. I started to speak to myself with compassion and kindness, set boundaries, and most importantly, I began to believe in my worth.
This wasn’t about becoming someone new—it was about remembering who I’ve always been. I found my way back home to myself, my authentic self, and discovered the joy, power, and magic that comes from living aligned with your heart.
Now, it’s my passion to guide others on their journey back to themselves. Whether through soulful coaching, yoga, or heart-centered practices, I’m here to help you reconnect with your mind, body, and soul—to remember who you are and create a life that feels true to you.
​
With love,
Mel x
Credentials and Training
-
Registered Holistic Nutritionist - Canadian School of Natural Nutrition
-
Intuitive Eating Pro Skills Course 2023 - Evelyn Tribole
-
Level 1 Nutrition Certification - Precision Nutrition
-
Full Body Systems Program - Function Nutrition Alliance
-
Digestive Intensive Program - Replenish PDX
-
Girls Guide to Hashimoto’s Program - Replenish PDX
-
200HR Yoga Teacher -KalaYoga
-
20HR Restorative Yoga Teacher - Taryn Diamond Yoga
-
Yoga Nidra Training - Taryn Diamond Yoga (current)
-
Mastering the Art of Yoga Sequencing Program - Jason Crandell Yoga Method
-
Preventing & Managing Common Injuries - Jason Crandell Yoga Method
-
Art of Teaching Beginners - Jason Candell Yoga Method
-
20HR Mindfulness Meditation Teacher - Yoga Renew
-
Mindful Eating Teacher -Yoga Renew
-
Level 1 Reiki - Jen Abra