Inside COS Town Tidings Issue #24-003

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🔦 Spotlight: 🧘 A Sanctuary of Healing: Yoga Studio Satya's Story

📰 Vested Valor: Colorado Springs K9 Geared for Duty and Defense🐾

📰 Peterson SFB Pride: 428th EW Flight Calls for STEM Enlistment🛰️

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🚔 Citizens Halt Knife-Wielding Robber

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Wellness: 🤔Curious About Adaptogens? Find Your Resilience!🌿 

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Spotlight: 🧘 A Sanctuary of Healing: Yoga Studio Satya's Story

On the Northside of Colorado Springs, with the ease of accessibility at E Woodmen Rd and N Academy Blvd, you'll find a retreat for well-being: Yoga Studio Satya. It is here that Amanda Neufeld and Colten Peed have crafted a haven dedicated to the enrichment of mind, body, and spirit.

🌱 A Turning Point in Healing

After a car accident led Amanda down a path of rehabilitation, Yoga Studio Satya took on a new life. It became a retreat where yoga's therapeutic powers are harnessed to mend and empower. It's a place where each stretch and each breath brings comfort and clarity to those facing life's physical and emotional challenges.

Colten's talent for creating serene sound environments complements Amanda's expertise in yoga therapy. Their harmonious partnership is evident in every aspect of the studio — a testament to their shared vision and life together.

🤗 The Personal Touch

Yoga Studio Satya stands out for its custom-tailored practices. The studio prides itself on its ability to adapt yoga to the individual, embracing a range of abilities and personal histories. Special features like the Yoga Wall serve as tools for transformation and healing, assisting students in deepening their practice in a way that is both supportive and empowering.

😌 Beyond the Mat

The studio's reach extends beyond its floors, where the Wellness Center houses a collective of like-minded professionals and becomes an extension of the yoga practice itself. Here, the community finds solace and rejuvenation through massage, acupuncture, and more — each service, a pose in the flow of a greater wellness sequence, skillfully integrated for holistic health and balance.

🙏 Community and Future Visions

United by yoga and a shared passion for helping others thrive, Amanda and Colten's aspirations include nurturing their presence at the Pikes Peak Yoga Fest and dreaming of extending into new horizons in Victor/Cripple Creek.

🕊️ Step into Serenity

To experience the warmth and wisdom of Yoga Studio Satya, contact Amanda and Colten at (719) 203-4525 or journey through their website: YogaStudioSatya.com, and Facebook page. It's more than a studio; it's a community where every individual's story is honored, and every step towards wellness is celebrated.

🐾Vested Valor: Colorado Springs K9 Geared for Duty and Defense

Colorado Springs Police Department's K9 Creed receives a protective vest from non-profit Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. Sponsored by local resident David Cozad, the vest is part of the organization's mission to equip law enforcement dogs nationwide. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has supplied over 5,379 vests, valued at $6.9 million, through public and corporate donations. The U.S.-made, custom-fitted armor is designed to save lives, with a single sponsorship costing $985. The program welcomes dogs actively employed by law enforcement, including those with expired vests, totaling an estimated 30,000 K9s across the U.S.

🛰️Peterson SFB Pride: 428th EW Flight Calls for STEM Enlistment  

The 428th Electromagnetic Warfare Flight (EWF), a legacy unit at Peterson Space Force Base, plays a crucial role in advancing electromagnetic spectrum operations in collaboration with the U.S. Space Force's 4th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron. Originating in 1942, the unit, now a "legacy unit" under the 310th Space Wing, focuses on the Counter Communications System mission, aligning with national security objectives. Commanded by Lt. Col. Jacob Parish, the 428th EWF is expanding its ranks, seeking STEM-oriented individuals from current and prior military service to enhance space electromagnetic warfare capabilities. Prospective candidates can inquire at [email protected].

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🚔Citizens Halt Knife-Wielding Robber

Yesterday at 4:57 PM, Colorado Springs Police were alerted to a theft at a store on East Fountain Blvd. A male suspect stole a cash register, prompting a confrontation with a store employee and bystanders. The suspect brandished a knife, resulting in the stabbing of a good Samaritan who intervened. Upon police arrival, citizens had detained the suspect, leading to his arrest for robbery, assault with a deadly weapon, and outstanding warrants.

Upcoming COS Area Events

• Jan 3rd-6th, 2-5 PM: 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour @1 Tejon St $69-$87

• Jan 4th, 7-9 PM (every Thurs): Trivia Night @Bell Brothers Brewing 114 N Tejon St #100 FREE

• Jan 5th-7th, 2-7 PM (5th), 10 AM-7 PM (6th), 10 AM-5 PM (7th): Colorado Springs Home Building & Remodeling Show @Norris Penrose Event Center $3

• Jan 6th, 10:30 AM - Noon: Confections by Charlee Winter Warm Cookie Decorating Class @Library 21c CREATE SPACE, 1175 Chapel Hills Dr $60

• Jan 5th & 6th (every Fri & Sat in Jan), 3:30 PM: 2.5-Hour Cocktails & Canapés Walking Tour @1 N Tejon St. $79 per person Must be 21+

• Jan 6th, 5:30-7:30 PM: Pastel Forest | BOGO Drinks @Painting With A Twist, Downtown $35-$49

• Jan 7th, 10 AM - 2 PM (every Sun): Backyard Market at Park Union @108 W Cimarron St FREE

• Jan 9th, 6:30-8:30 PM: Farmhouse Snowman on Wood or Canvas | $3 Drinks @Painting With a Twist | Powers Blvd $35-$60

• Jan 9th, 7 PM (every Tues): Free Comedy Night Every Tuesday @Trainwreck Colorado, 213 W Las Animas St

• Jan 18th, 7-8:30 PM: Satya Kirtan BHAKTI yoga @Yoga Studio Satya 1581 York Rd FREE with reservation (Donation appreciated)

🤔Curious About Adaptogens? Find Your Resilience!🌿

Let's continue our journey into the world of adaptogens. Today, we focus on Holy Basil, also known as Tulsi, revered as a sacred herb in many cultures.

Holy Basil (Tulsi): A Sacred Herb for Modern Living

Holy Basil stands out as an adaptogen for its remarkable ability to help the body fend off stress and maintain equilibrium. With a history steeped in ancient tradition, this herb is considered a cornerstone of holistic wellness practices, often used to promote longevity and vitality.

Beyond its adaptogenic prowess, Holy Basil is celebrated for its immune-boosting properties. It's believed to fortify the body's defenses, making it an ally during seasonal changes and times of high stress.

Incorporating this herb into your daily routine can be as simple as sipping on a soothing Tulsi tea, adding a tincture to your morning ritual, or with supplement capsules. Embrace the sacredness of this herb and let it guide you towards a more balanced and harmonious state of being.

Before incorporating any new supplement, consulting with a holistic nutritionist and your healthcare professional is prudent, ensuring alignment with your unique health needs.

Stay tuned for tomorrow's revelation of yet another nature-powered wellness ally! 🌿✨

*Information is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease. Please consult a health care professional, nothing above should be construed as medical advice.

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