Śavāsana as Corpse Pose: Practicing Death, Honoring Life
Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 3:00–5:30 PM
Location: Datza Yoga Studio } Eastlake, Seattle, WA
As autumn deepens and nature begins its steady turn toward darkness, we, too, are invited to turn inward and reflect on cycles of life and death – endings, transitions, and release.
In many traditions, this is a threshold time: Samhain (Celtic), Día de Muertos (Mexico), All Hallows (Europe), Pitri Paksha (India), and more. It is said that the veil between worlds grows thin, reminding us of impermanence – of how everything, from the falling leaves to our own breath, is part of a larger cycle.
The coming darkness is not only an ending, but a sacred space of becoming – an invitation to release what no longer serves and reclaim what matters most.
We will begin our gathering with a special rooftop* cacao and fire ritual, creating space for reflection, forgiveness, and intentional release. Cacao has long been used ceremonially to open the heart and support deep listening, making it a perfect companion for this work. Together, we’ll acknowledge what we are ready to let go of and honor what we wish to carry forward before moving further into the practice.
From there, we’ll return to the indoor studio and transition into an extended Restorative Yoga and meditation practice centered around śavāsana, which translates to corpse pose – a sacred rehearsal for surrender.
Through supported stillness, we’ll explore the practice of letting go with tenderness and curiosity, while honoring the preciousness of this embodied life.
Central to the practice will be an extended guided meditation from Stephen Levine’s influential book, A Year to Live, inviting us to contemplate death – the ultimate inevitable – with presence and grace.
Join us as we honor the wisdom and lessons of impermanence, soften our grip on what we cannot control, and rest in what endures.
All bodies welcome, regardless of yoga experience. We will be on the floor for the majority of this event. Wear cozy layers and bring socks and your favorite blanket.
*Please note: The first half hour of this event will be held outdoors on the rooftop for the cacao ritual – rain or shine (except in the case of severe weather). Dress appropriately, and please bring a raincoat/umbrella, if the weather merits.
The Reset Circle: Yoga & Cacao
Sunday, December 6, 2026 | 1:00–2:30 PM
Location: Body Reflects Yoga & Bodywork } Seattle, WA
Slow down, reconnect, and return to yourself
Created by cacao practitioner Christina Sanini and yoga therapist Nicole Bratt, The Reset Circle brings together two complementary practices in a way that is intentional and deeply restorative.
We’ll begin with gentle yoga to welcome the body and settle the nervous system; attention naturally becomes steadier and more receptive. From that grounded place, we’ll begin the cacao ritual guided by the ancient Mayan oral traditions. These practices will invite curiosity, reflection, and heartfelt connection.
What to Expect
Gentle Yoga with Nicole Bratt
We'll begin with sweet, slow, embodied movement designed to help you release the momentum of your week and reconnect with your breath, body, and inner landscape. Rather than focusing on fitness or flexibility, this practice offers an opportunity to pause, turn our focus inward, and arrive fully in the present moment.
No yoga experience is necessary – the practice will be accessible and welcoming to all.
Dress in comfy, cozy layers.
Cacao Served in Ritual with Christina Sanini
After the movement practice, we will gather around the altar to understand the Mesoamerica oral traditions of cacao and learn her origin story. We will use this knowledge to sip cacao and work with these energies and wisdom to close the practice.
Previous Events
Cacao + Yoga + Sound | June 13, 2026
Gentle Yoga with Nicole Bratt
Yoga was always intended to be more than exercise – it’s a creative, holistic pathway toward balanced well-being. It honors the whole person: body, breath, mind, heart, energy, and beyond.
Cacao Served in Ritual with Christina Sanini
When cacao is served in ritual, it becomes more than a warm beverage—it becomes a gateway to the heart. With each sip, you will slow down, connect inward, and feel a gentle sense of happiness, euphoria, and personal empathy.
Sound Meditation with Ariana Will
Enter a deep state of meditation surrounded by notes and vibrations from traditional Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, chimes, and other unique instruments. These sounds provide a steady focal point that quiets mental chatter and anchors awareness.
Cacao + Fire Ritual | March 21, 2026
Cacao Served in Ritual
We will gather fire side to work with the duality of masculine and feminine. Starting with intention, the ritual will begin with tuning into nature and lighting grandfather fire. As we tune into the energy of the day, each participant will write down what no longer serves them and place it into the fire. This transition of letting go, allows us to create space for the feminine energy of cacao. With each sip, you will slow down, connect inward, and feel a gentle sense of happiness, euphoria, and personal empathy. The ritual is complete when the fire has turned off and the cacao has integrated.
Yoga Therapy + Cacao | Feb 21, 2026
Yoga Therapy: The Koshas
Yoga was always intended to be more than exercise – it’s a creative, holistic pathway toward balanced well-being. It honors the whole person: body, breath, mind, heart, energy, and beyond. In this session, Nicole Bratt (C-IAYT, E-RYT 500) will introduce yoga’s kosha model – a lens for witnessing and supporting every layer of your being – followed by a gentle, grounding, therapeutic practice to help you reconnect with your whole self and attune to your inner listening. You’ll leave feeling centered, open, and ready for the cacao ritual that follows.
No yoga experience is necessary; all bodies are welcome. Dress in comfortable layers and bring a cozy blanket and an eye cover.
Cacao Served in Ritual
When cacao is served in ritual, it becomes more than a warm beverage—it becomes a gateway to the heart. With each sip, you will slow down, connect inward, and feel a gentle sense of happiness, euphoria, and personal empathy.
Cacao + Sound | Jan 24, 2026
Cacao Served in Ritual
When cacao is served in ritual, it becomes more than a warm beverage—it becomes a gateway to the heart. With each sip, you will slow down, connect inward, and feel a gentle sense of happiness, euphoria, and personal empathy.
Sound Meditation
Enter a deep state of meditation surrounded by notes and vibrations from traditional Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, chimes, and other unique instruments. These sounds provide a steady focal point that quiets mental chatter and anchors awareness. Their vibrations send waves of energy through the body, stimulating cellular resonance and amplifying energetic intentions. With practice, this state of stillness encourages the brain to build new, healthy neural pathways and release patterns that no longer serve you.
