Wintering & The Science of Rest and Honoring Our Natural Rhythms
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 16
Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Who: Open to YMCA members and non members alike. All ages welcome.
Location: Eugene Family YMCA Don Stathos Campus | 600 E. 24th Ave
Space: Kalapuya Room
Cost: FREE
Nature slows down in winter. What if humans are meant to do the same?
Join us for a cozy evening exploring seasonal wellness and the science of rest, reflection, and resilience. Shorter days and cooler weather can affect our mood, energy, and sleep, and many of us feel the pull to slow down. Research shows that rest is not laziness. Sleep, downtime, and reflection support emotional resilience, ease stress, and help us face life’s challenges with more balance. Honoring our natural rhythms, instead of pushing against them, can be a powerful act of self-care and self-compassion.
Then settle in for a slow, hands-on project. Design your very own charcuterie board and take it home to enjoy slow eating all winter, whether you’re gathering with family, hosting for the holidays, or treating yourself to a quiet night in. Through conversation and connection, we’ll also share ideas for embracing the season, from practical ways to rest and recharge to simple routines that help us feel steady during the darker months.
Whether you want to reduce stress, build healthier habits, or enter winter with a little more intention, you’ll leave with a handmade board, fresh ideas, and a deeper appreciation for the role rest plays in our mental well-being.
Think of this as permission to slow down. Come as you are, and enjoy a cozy snack spread to share.
