b'Health and WellnessMS build condence and control to walk downYYoouurrhhoommee,,yyoouurrppaacceethe aisle on her wedding day.Art Therapy with Hannah Garrison offers Maggie said, "Since starting the online T\'aia creative outlet for those looking to benet chi classes, I have seen improvement in myemotionally and cognitively. "We just get together coordination and balance. I have learned toto have fun." Garrison said. "So many people incorporate elements learned in class throughcome in without knowing anything about art. each day, not just during class."We\'re here to have fun together with friends. A I tell people that they can totally not follow along, Ammiinnddaannddbbooddyyrreesseettbbuuttttoonn and even \'break the rules.\' Bring a coloring For those who want a gentle but effectivepage if that makes you comfortable. I\'m here movement practice, Paula Scopino, ownerto guide you through an art project, and you and director of Sacred Rivers Yoga and Alliedcan take guidance as you\'d like. Just have fun." Health Therapies, has been teaching yoga forShe emphasizes the benets of art therapy decades and specializes in adaptive movementgo beyond the nal product. "From a mental practices tailored to individuals with neurologicalhealth perspective, you\'re not thinking about conditions. "Yoga is for everybody," she said,your stressors in class. I\'ve also heard people ensuring participants nd modications thatsay that the act of doing art on a regular basis work for them. One of her inspiring studentsishelpingthem withtheirhanddexterity. went from being a participant to a teacher,Our brains are plastic and can create new using their knowledge to help others with MSneural networks. I like to think the repetition embrace movement.of doing art helps build new neural pathways." Alongtimeparticipant,Maggie,foundThe MS Focus team remains committed chair yoga a game-changer: "I never thoughtto collaborating with instructors and providing yoga was for me until I tried chair yoga. Now,free classes for all those looking to include I start my week feeling refreshed and ready tomovement in their daily routine. take on the day. It\'s like a reset button for myFor more information or to register for a body and mind."class, visit msfocus.us/healthandwellness. HHeeaalltthhaannddWWeellllnneessssAAddvviicceeffoorrFFiirrssttTTiimmeerrss "Start where you are. There\'s no pressure to perform, just a chance to reconnect with your body at your own pace."Jackie Larson, RN"T\'ai chi is about gentle, mindful movement. Just give it a try, and you may nd strength in ways you didn\'t expect."Tony Garcia"Everything is adaptable. If you\'re worried about limitations, know that we tailor movements to t you."Paula Scopino "Community is key. Even if you join for the exercise, you\'ll stay for the support and friendships you make."Mary Ellen Smolinski"Don\'t be afraid. Come to class to try something new, even if you don\'t think you\'ll like it. Just come with a willingness to try and meet new people."Hannah Garrison"If you are hesitant to try a virtual class, check out the YouTube classes rst. You may nd what you are looking for. You can ease into it slowly."Marcia Harrismsfocusmagazine.org 8'