Finding Space for Books, Connection, and Breath
If you’re like so many of us, you probably have a stack of books on your nightstand or sitting in your Amazon cart, waiting for “someday.” We want to read. We want to slow down, learn, and reflect—but life often gets in the way. Between work, family responsibilities, stress, and the constant hum of everyday busyness, reading can start to feel like a luxury.
But books were never meant to be read in isolation. They’re meant to be discussed, wrestled with, and brought to life through conversation. Reading is powerful—but reading together is transformational.
Why We Need This Space
We’re overwhelmed and burned out, craving time to pause.
We want deeper conversations, but much of our social interaction stays surface-level.
We want to make time for meaningful growth, but it’s hard to carve out the space.
That’s why community matters. When we come together around a shared book, it’s not just about the chapters we’ve read—it’s about having a place to show up, listen, and be heard.
A Flexible, Come-As-You-Are Book Club
Here’s the thing: you don’t have to finish the book cover to cover. You don’t even have to start it before you come. This book club isn’t about homework—it’s about connection. Think of it as an hour carved out of your week just for you: to listen, to share, and to find insights that can make life feel a little more grounded.
How to Join:
In Person (Yoga Nisha, Mayfield Heights) - Sign up for yoga class
Start with Grounded Flow Yoga (12:15–1:15 PM), a gentle, all-levels stretch class.
Stay for Book Club (1:30–2:30 PM).
How to sign up: Register for Grounded Yoga for the date of book club. Book Club is included with your class pass, or if you already have a monthly membership. Same day drop in’s welcome.
Limited to 18 participants.
Online (Zoom) - Sign up for virtual
Join from the comfort of home on Thursdays, 8:00–9:00 PM.
Cost: $10 per session.
Special Offer: Get 25% off with code FLEXBOOKCL25.
Schedule & Book List:
October (10/19 in-person • 10/23 virtual) – All the Way to the River by Elizabeth Gilbert
Love, grief & addiction: navigating heartbreak when all of life’s anchors are tested.
This book invites you to reflect on how loss and struggle can become a gateway to deeper truth and freedom.
November (11/16 in-person • 11/20 virtual) – The Book of Boundaries by Melissa Urban
Boundaries aren’t selfish—they’re survival: reclaim your space, power & peace.
You’ll learn practical ways to set limits that protect your energy and relationships without guilt.
December (12/14 in-person • 12/18 virtual) – Strong Ground by Brené Brown
Leadership in rupture: finding strength & humanity amidst uncertainty and crisis.
This book helps you cultivate courage and connection when change feels overwhelming.
January (1/18 in-person • 1/15 virtual) – Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics by Dan Harris & Jeff Warren
Stillness for restless souls: practicing presence when life won’t stop.
You’ll discover approachable, realistic strategies for mindfulness—even if your brain never sits still.
February (2/22 in-person • 2/19 virtual) – The Urgent Life by Bozoma St. John
Urgency born of loss: transforming grief into purpose & fierce living.
This memoir shows how facing grief head-on can ignite passion, clarity, and boldness in how you live today.
March (3/22 in-person • 3/19 virtual) – What Happened to You? by Oprah Winfrey & Bruce Perry
Healing starts with story: understanding trauma so it doesn’t define you.
You’ll gain insight into how your past experiences shape you—and tools for building resilience moving forward.
Bring your dog-eared copy, your half-read chapter, or just yourself. Come as you are. Community is waiting. Learn more and reserve your spot here: Flex Counseling & Wellness Book Club
