Hello! As we close the chapter on another year at Mary’s Place, it’s time to take a moment and express our sincere gratitude to you for making our mission possible. THANK YOU for allowing our guests an opportunity to “hit pause” on all that a cancer diagnosis carries with it. Each woman arrives at our... Read More
Yoga Nidra is a deep and relaxing guided meditation experience that will allow you to let go of distractions and worries and connect with your deeper self. This is a practice that supports our restfulness and sleep patterns. It’s also a relaxation technique for releasing stress and tension held in the body. The practice is... Read More
About the class: In this one-hour session, you'll learn the fundamentals of EFT and engage in a guided group session so you can discover the benefits of tapping as a self-regulating practice that not only enhances your emotional well-being, but may also provide relief from physical ailments. This holistic self-care experience is shaped by you and... Read More
About the Class: EFT, the Emotional Freedom Technique, more casually known as "Tapping", is a stress-relieving technique. It is an emotional form of acupuncture blending acupressure, kinesiology, mindfulness, exposure therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. You will learn: What EFT is The tapping points What each tapping point releases & promotes The basic tapping sequence How... Read More
About the Class: Our yoga sessions are structured around rejuvenating and healing the body. Sessions focus on stretching all areas of the body, while releasing stress and tension from joints and muscles. Various breathing techniques and guided imagery may be used to increase relaxation. All guests are invited to attend and modifications are offered to meet... Read More
About the Class: A gentle but powerful technique that focuses and directs the imagination to produce calm and peaceful images in the mind, which helps to create harmony between the mind and body. Guided imagery involves all the senses, the entire body and emotions. This practice allows our guests to tap into their inner strength to... Read More
About the Class: Our yoga sessions are structured around rejuvenating and healing the body. Sessions focus on stretching all areas of the body, while releasing stress and tension from joints and muscles. Various breathing techniques and guided imagery may be used to increase relaxation. All guests are invited to attend and modifications are offered to meet the comfort... Read More
Join us for the second annual Christmas Prayer Retreat at Mary's Place by the Sea! This special evening will include prayer, inspiring guest speakers, and a Christmas Meditation led by Anne K. You’re welcome to join us either in person or virtually. If you’d like to attend in person, please RSVP to Michele Gannon at... Read More
About the Class: What is mindfulness meditation? Explore the foundations of mindfulness meditation. Practice mindfulness of the breath, body, emotions, self-compassion and loving-kindness. Open to those who are beginning or experienced in meditation. Isabel's class begins with about 15 minutes of breathing and seated movement, followed by 15 minutes of a body scan and ending... Read More
About the Class: Our certified practitioners provide an opportunity for guests to focus upon a sound, object, the breath, movement, or attention itself in order to reduce stress, promote relaxation and achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm state. About the Practitioner: Susan's educational/professional background is as a master’s prepared pediatric nurse practitioner. Throughout her career... Read More
Yoga Nidra is a deep and relaxing guided meditation experience that will allow you to let go of distractions and worries and connect with your deeper self. This is a practice that supports our restfulness and sleep patterns. It’s also a relaxation technique for releasing stress and tension held in the body. The practice is... Read More
Workshop Description: Each month, this sixty-minute workshop will introduce you to a new way to play with poetry. The workshop will begin by introducing the month’s topic which may include a free write and reading and discussing related poems. The second part will be a writing prompt which will give you an opportunity to create... Read More
About the Class: In this 30-minute class you will practice everything mindfully: breathing, listening, feeling physical and emotional sensations. Being mindful, or practicing mindfulness, is being attentive in the present moment with intention and on purpose with an attitude of openness, curiosity, acceptance and no judgment. You will be guided through breathwork that allows you to... Read More
About the class: In this one-hour session, you'll learn the fundamentals of EFT and engage in a guided group session so you can discover the benefits of tapping as a self-regulating practice that not only enhances your emotional well-being, but may also provide relief from physical ailments. This holistic self-care experience is shaped by you and... Read More
About the Class: This gentle form of yoga is practiced while seated in a chair or using a chair for stability during standing poses. Sessions focus on improving balance, relieving stress, and increasing flexibility, circulation, and strength. All guests are invited to attend and modifications are offered to meet the comfort level of those practicing. About... Read More
About the Class: EFT, the Emotional Freedom Technique, more casually known as "Tapping", is a stress-relieving technique. It is an emotional form of acupuncture blending acupressure, kinesiology, mindfulness, exposure therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. You will learn: What EFT is The tapping points What each tapping point releases & promotes The basic tapping sequence How... Read More
About the Class: Our yoga sessions are structured around rejuvenating and healing the body. Sessions focus on stretching all areas of the body, while releasing stress and tension from joints and muscles. Various breathing techniques and guided imagery may be used to increase relaxation. All guests are invited to attend and modifications are offered to meet... Read More
About the Class: Join Kate on Sunday night for a relaxing sound meditation featuring her crystal alchemy singing bowls to deeply nourish your nervous system for a great night’s sleep. Benefits of vibroacoustic therapy and immersive sound include a decrease in stress and cortisol levels, increased blood circulation and ease of muscle tension, anxiety and... Read More
About the Class: Expressive Writing uses the act of writing and processing the written word to link feelings to events. Writing in this form helps gradually ease feelings of emotional trauma, provides a safe and cathartic experience and helps to reduce stress. About the Practitioner: Carol has an M.A. in Human Services and Counseling. She has facilitated... Read More
About the Class: What is mindfulness meditation? Explore the foundations of mindfulness meditation. Practice mindfulness of the breath, body, emotions, self-compassion and loving-kindness. Open to those who are beginning or experienced in meditation. Isabel's class begins with about 15 minutes of breathing and seated movement, followed by 15 minutes of a body scan and ending... Read More
About the Class: Our certified practitioners provide an opportunity for guests to focus upon a sound, object, the breath, movement, or attention itself in order to reduce stress, promote relaxation and achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm state. About the Practitioner: Susan's educational/professional background is as a master’s prepared pediatric nurse practitioner. Throughout her career... Read More
What to expect: In this class, you will learn the fundamentals of watercolor painting. After each session, you will have completed a small, beginner-friendly painting. This class will be taught by watercolor instructor Kathy Trevino, who teaches at various locations along the Jersey Shore, including Over the Moon Art Studio in Asbury Park. Hope to... Read More
About the Practitioner: Zulma has a B.A. in Theology and Education. She is also a Certified Life Coach, Body Psychotherapist, Reiki Master and Yoga Instructor.
About the Class: Lymphatic Chair Yoga is used to strengthen your immune system. About the Practitioner: Zulma has a B.A. in Theology and Education. She is also a Certified Life Coach, Body Psychotherapist, Reiki Master and Yoga Instructor.
About the Class: In this 30-minute class you will practice everything mindfully: breathing, listening, feeling physical and emotional sensations. Being mindful, or practicing mindfulness, is being attentive in the present moment with intention and on purpose with an attitude of openness, curiosity, acceptance and no judgment. You will be guided through breathwork that allows you to... Read More
About the Class: Our yoga sessions are structured around rejuvenating and healing the body. Sessions focus on stretching all areas of the body, while releasing stress and tension from joints and muscles. Various breathing techniques and guided imagery may be used to increase relaxation. All guests are invited to attend and modifications are offered to meet... Read More
About the Class: A gentle but powerful technique that focuses and directs the imagination to produce calm and peaceful images in the mind, which helps to create harmony between the mind and body. Guided imagery involves all the senses, the entire body and emotions. This practice allows our guests to tap into their inner strength to... Read More
About the Class: Expressive Writing uses the act of writing and processing the written word to link feelings to events. Writing in this form helps gradually ease feelings of emotional trauma, provides a safe and cathartic experience and helps to reduce stress. About the Practitioner: Carol has an M.A. in Human Services and Counseling. She has facilitated... Read More
About the Class: Our yoga sessions are structured around rejuvenating and healing the body. Sessions focus on stretching all areas of the body, while releasing stress and tension from joints and muscles. Various breathing techniques and guided imagery may be used to increase relaxation. All guests are invited to attend and modifications are offered to meet... Read More
About the Class: Expressive Writing uses the act of writing and processing the written word to link feelings to events. Writing in this form helps gradually ease feelings of emotional trauma, provides a safe and cathartic experience and helps to reduce stress. About the Practitioner: Carol has an M.A. in Human Services and Counseling. She has facilitated... Read More
About the Class: What is mindfulness meditation? Explore the foundations of mindfulness meditation. Practice mindfulness of the breath, body, emotions, self-compassion and loving-kindness. Open to those who are beginning or experienced in meditation. Isabel's class begins with about 15 minutes of breathing and seated movement, followed by 15 minutes of a body scan and ending... Read More
About the Class: Our yoga sessions are structured around rejuvenating and healing the body. Sessions focus on stretching all areas of the body, while releasing stress and tension from joints and muscles. Various breathing techniques and guided imagery may be used to increase relaxation. All guests are invited to attend and modifications are offered to meet... Read More
We welcome guests for a maximum of two overnight retreats (one per year) while in guidelines. Day retreats are limited to three per year while in guidelines.