Humble Warrior Wellness & Yoga, Inc

09/10/2026

Save the date! 🗓️ On Saturday, October 10, Operation Honor: Rural Salute is hosting events in Milledgeville, GA, to honor service members, veterans, first responders, and their families.

At 9 a.m. is a free hot breakfast. Enjoy food, fellowship, and learn about vital mental health and wellness resources.

At 11 a.m.-6 p.m. is a no-cost community event full of food, music, vendors, and veteran resources.

Both events take place at Georgia Military College, 201 East Greene Street, Milledgeville, GA.

Be sure to register to secure your spot! https://www.ohruralsalute.org/ga-2026

09/08/2026

Our online community is growing! 🎉 Our website visitors have soared to nearly 12,000 in the past 30 days, and our blog posts have received more than 2,200 views.

Check out our blog posts to see what the hype is about: https://humblewarrior.org/blog

Are you one of the members of our community who has helped us reach these milestones? If so, thank you! 🤗 Online engagement is an important way for nonprofits to build awareness of our work.

09/04/2026

Hi! I'm Sophia, the woman behind Humble Warrior Wellness & Yoga, Inc's social media, newsletter, and website. (In the photo, I'm wearing the Wisconsin Badgers sweatshirt.)

I had the privilege of attending the Unhurried Living: Grounded in the Basics retreat in Kiel, Wisconsin. For background, I live in Chicago, Illinois, so I don’t get to attend Humble Warrior’s events in Georgia. I was thrilled to be invited to a retreat within reasonable driving distance and finally experience the transformative wellness and connection practices of Humble Warrior.

My day started with a quiet drive across the countryside of Manitowoc County. (Fun fact: Co-founder and Chairwoman Raquel Durden and I are from the same hometown: Manitowoc, Wisconsin.) I approached the town of Kiel and was delighted by its quaint downtown and lush Sheboygan River. I was even happier to pull up to the Kiel Community Center and see it was right on the river! What a great start to a great day.

Read the rest of my blog post about my first Humble Warrior retreat here: https://humblewarrior.org/blog/f/a-first-timers-experience-at-a-humble-warrior-retreat?blm_aid=0

09/02/2026

Welcome, September! Our monthly newsletter is being sent out soon... Are you subscribed? 💌 We have a lovely little newsletter with lots of great wellness tips and information about our upcoming events. Subscribe before Thursday to receive the September newsletter: https://humblewarrior.org/newsletter

09/01/2026

⭐️ Registration now open for Gratitude in the Forest: A Nature Walk & Nourishing Day ⭐️

Humble Warrior Wellness & Yoga, Inc invites women veterans and first responders to a day to slow down, reconnect with ourselves and one another, and notice the natural good that surrounds us. Gratitude in the Forest takes place on Saturday, October 17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Red Top Mountain State Park in Acworth, Georgia.

Throughout the day, we will practice connection activities, journaling, gentle yoga, brain wellness activities, creating mindful art, a sound bath, a gratitude nature walk, and more.

Learn more and register here: https://humblewarrior.org/retreats -8ff9-4569-9ba5-4842d833b59a

Registration is limited to 40 participants, so be sure to secure your spot! We look forward to welcoming you to a day of gratitude, nature, and wellness. 🤗

08/31/2026

Who doesn't need more relaxation in their lives?! Check out this deep relaxation exercise that involves a brief meditation of rest. Get yourself comfortable and enjoy a moment of peace.

Humble Warrior presents a short journey of deep relaxation. Make yo...

08/27/2026

Have you ever practiced of Shinrin-yoku? You probably have but didn't know it! Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, is the Japanese practice of spending time in nature to promote physical and mental well-being.

A growing body of research highlights the numerous health benefits associated with Shinrin-yoku. They include:

1. Reduced stress and anxiety
2. Lower blood pressure and heart rate
3. Boosted immune function
4. Improved mood and mental health

Read all about the benefits, plus how you can incorporate Shinrin-yoku into your life, in this blog post: https://humblewarrior.org/blog/f/shinrin-yoku-immersing-in-nature-of-holistic-health

08/25/2026

As summer begins to wind down, maybe you didn’t make it to the local beach or take that ocean vacation. The good news? You can still enjoy the calming sound of the ocean from where you are. 🌊

Our Ocean Breath practice is a simple breathing technique that creates a gentle ocean-like sound. It’s known by several names, including Ujjayi (Victorious Breath), and some children even recognize it as “Darth Vader Breath.” (Yes, this may be the only time sounding like Star Wars’s Darth Vader is actually good for your well-being!).

Slow, intentional breathing helps calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and gently shifts your body into a more relaxed, restorative state. It’s one of the quickest ways to dial down when life feels a little too loud. Go ahead and take a few minutes to reset with our guided Ocean Breath video: https://youtu.be/0zzRr5zdqWw?si=1zIN0L2l14G6ygVW. Your nervous system will thank you!

While you’re on our YouTube channel, feel free to explore mindfulness, chair yoga, and other breathing exercises.

08/23/2026

As veterans and first responders, we’re often conditioned to handle life’s challenges on our own. Yet one of the most powerful ways to build resilience is by staying connected to others.

Meaningful relationships can strengthen our mental, emotional, and even physical well-being—that's why connection is one of Humble Warrior Wellness & Yoga, Inc's two pillars. Sometimes all it takes is one conversation with someone who understands your journey to remind you that you’re not alone.

Our friend and partner, Dr. Amy Stevens, U.S. Navy veteran and licensed professional counselor, says, “Positive connections help create a buffer against feelings of isolation and depression. A strong network provides both validation and a sense of safety, fundamental components for mental well-being.”

We encourage you to intentionally strengthen your connections, such as:

☕️ Inviting someone to coffee
🧘‍♀️ Attending a Humble Warrior wellness event
📞 Checking in with someone you haven’t spoken to in a while

Remember the simple motto from Georgia Military Women: “Be a friend and find a friend.” One small act of connection can make a lasting difference—not only in someone else’s life, but in your own.

08/20/2026

We're excited to announce the 2027 Let It Begin RYT 200, our yoga teacher training (YTT)!

Humble Warrior Wellness & Yoga, Inc is partnering again with Let It Be Yoga to provide this registered yoga school 200-hour program.

Whether your dream is to confidently teach yoga to others or deepen your own yoga practice, this program offers a flexible path in a beautiful setting with experienced instructors.

It takes place January 16–April 24, 2027. The training is a mix of in-person meetings at the Let It Be Yoga studio in Watkinsville, GA; self-paced online modules; live Zoom sessions; and practicum hours.

To learn more and apply, visit https://humblewarrior.org/ytt