The Raven Heart
The Raven Heart is a heart-centered wellness studio and small retail storefront in Sarnia-Lambton offering inclusive, trauma-informed classes and restorative practices such as somatic movement, breathwork, restorative sessions, sound-based practices, and Reiki, alongside workshops, retreats, and community wellness events. The studio emphasizes nervous-system regulation and accessibility through donation-based and sliding-scale options, and partners with local practitioners and organizations to support mental health and community connection.
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Last updated on Mar 29th, 2026
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Rest & Restore Sunday invitation
The Raven Heart invites the community to a Rest and Restore session on Sunday, 2026-04-26, offering a quiet chance to slow down and recharge. The announcement is brief and welcoming, with time and participation details available through The Raven Heart channels.
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Community Wellness Event — 1-Day Sale & Free Mini Massages
The Raven Heart is hosting a Community Wellness Event with a one day sale and free mini Indian head massage sessions, featuring Stone and Barrel Sauna on site, local vendors, gift bags for the first 13 guests, and giveaways. Sign up when you arrive to reserve a mini massage spot and spend the day connecting with small businesses focused on health and rest.
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Emoji-only social post
On 2026-04-23 at 02:25:39 UTC, The Raven Heart posted a short social update made up of three sparkle emoji. This record preserves the exact content and timestamp for discovery and reference.
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Karma Classes — donation-based community classes
The Raven Heart is offering donation based Karma Classes on Sunday mornings at 10 AM throughout May and June, in partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association. Register via the MINDBODY app or send a message, and look for free class options during Mental Health Week.
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Free Mental Health Week classes
The Raven Heart and the Canadian Mental Health Association are offering donation based Karma Classes Sunday mornings from 10 to 11 AM throughout May and June, with a selection of free classes during Mental Health Week in May. Register via the MINDBODY app or send a message to reserve your spot and join gentle movement, breath work, and community centered support.
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May & June donation campaign for mental health
The Raven Heart is running a May and June donation campaign, offering all Karma Classes by donation with proceeds supporting local mental health in partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association. Classes meet Sunday mornings from 10 to 11 AM, and a selection of free classes will be offered during Mental Health Week; register via the MINDBODY app or message The Raven Heart.
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Heart-centered wellness gathering
Join The Raven Heart on May 2, 2026 for a heart centered wellness gathering focused on connection and holistic healing modalities, with local wellness vendors, practitioners, door prizes, giveaways, and a special gift for the first 13 guests. The event is designed for community connection, learning, and small business discovery hosted by The Raven Heart.
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Heart coherence reflection and community invitation
The Raven Heart invites you to join a heart coherence practice on 2026-04-17, a short contemplative moment of prayer and meditation focused on breath and feelings of love to support Dane's family and the community. The post notes that slowing the breath brings the heart into coherence, which supports the nervous system and creates an energetic field that influences others.
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The Divine Connection Retreat
The Raven Heart says a spot has opened for The Divine Connection Retreat and invites interested people to email theravenheartsanctuary@gmail.com for dates, location, and registration. The post notes the retreat "has always filled quickly," so reach out soon to claim the opening.
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The Foundations Workshop
Join Crystal and Ashley on Wednesday, April 22 at The Raven Heart for The Foundations Workshop, a beginner friendly yoga session focused on poses, transitions, modifications, and prop use. Register on the MINDBODY app to secure a spot in this supportive class designed to build confidence in your practice.
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Leader announcement: temporary social-media pause and operational coverage
Ashley of The Raven Heart announced a temporary pause from social media on April 10 to prioritize presence and healing after recent painful events. She will host tomorrow's event on April 11, then be away teaching in the Dominican for the week, while the Raven Heart support team continues to manage business needs and communications.
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Leader temporary reduced presence and team coverage announcement
Ashley of The Raven Heart announced a temporary step back from social media after recent community trauma, saying she will host tomorrow's event and then be away teaching in the Dominican for the week. The Raven Heart support team will continue covering business needs and communications will be handled through the organization's channels while her presence is reduced.
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Geranium & Rose Water
The Raven Heart posted about a Geranium and Rose Water blend priced at $20+hst that tightens pores, balances oils, and soothes redness while also serving as an energetic daily ritual. The author mentions personally infusing the floral waters with black tourmaline to support emotional centering.
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Rest & Restore: A Somatic Journey Into The Parasympathetic Nervous System
Rest & Restore with Crystal is a two hour somatic and restorative yoga workshop on April 26 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM that teaches practical tools to engage the parasympathetic nervous system. The session combines guided education, slow movement, and breath based awareness; registration is available through the MINDBODY app and the listed investment is $45+hst with a 20% autopay discount.
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Community Wellness Event
The Raven Heart is hosting a free Community Wellness Event on May 2, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM featuring mini sessions, local vendors, sales, door prizes, and 13 special gifts for the first 13 guests. The afternoon is designed to showcase local wellness businesses, including the Instagram hosts listed in the announcement.
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April Classes & Events
The Raven Heart is running a series of restorative sessions in April, including Floating Meditations on April 9 and April 23, a Candlelit Reiki and Restore session on April 11, an extra practice class on April 22 with Ashley and Crystal, and Rest and Restore on April 26. Register via the MINDBODY app or email theravenheartsanctuary@gmail.com, sliding scale and drop in passes are available.
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Holiday Weekend Storefront Hours
The Raven Heart will open its storefront on Saturday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM for the holiday weekend, with classes scheduled Friday through Monday mornings. The studio notes there are no Monday evening classes, and the post uses the hashtag #sarnialambton to indicate local context.
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Holiday Weekend Class Schedule
The Raven Heart posted a holiday weekend schedule with Mindful Flow Friday at 9:30 AM, Yoga Flow Saturday at 9:30 AM plus a storefront open Saturday 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Karma Class Sunday at 10:00 AM, and Somatic Yoga Monday at 9:30 AM. The studio also notes there will be no classes Monday evening and invites visitors to stop by the storefront or check social channels for booking and pricing.
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Voices Of The Raven Heart community reflections
The Raven Heart announced that it will share short community reflections with permission, highlighting healing and the value of shared experience. The March 28 post thanks Steph for her vulnerability and signals that member reflections will appear in this space.
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Weekend hours update
The Raven Heart posted on March 27 that it will be closed Saturday and open Sunday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, offering a short window for shopping. The brief update is meant to help regular customers plan visits during the weekend.
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Community Wellness Event
The Raven Heart is hosting its fourth Community Wellness Event on May 2, 2026, a day of local vendors, practitioners, door prizes, and community care. The first 13 guests receive a special gift, and the gathering emphasizes holistic modalities and connection; check The Raven Heart channels for venue and registration details.
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The Raven Heart community heart-coherence gathering
The Raven Heart posts an open invitation to a community heart coherence gathering focused on breath, movement, and shared presence, highlighting that group practice can align heart rhythms and calm the nervous system. The message is warm and invitational but provides no logistical details, so contact The Raven Heart for date, time, and location.
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Yoga For The Little Ones & The Grown Ups
Yoga For The Little Ones & The Grown Ups is a four week caregiver and child yoga program at The Raven Heart for kids ages 4 to 8, running April 4 to April 25, 2026. The program costs $70 plus HST per child, focuses on connection and emotional regulation through movement, breath, and partner poses, and requires registration by email to theravenheartsanctuary@gmail.com.
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Reflective post on breathwork and body intelligence
A reflective post from The Raven Heart after seeing Wim Hof highlights the body's intelligence and argues that breathwork, movement, stillness, and awareness help the nervous system regulate and heal. The author shares studio observations about slowing down and invites readers to remember their agency and reconnect with bodily wisdom.
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International Womens Day gratitude post
The Raven Heart posted a heartfelt International Womens Day gratitude message on 2026-03-09, with Ashley thanking the women who teach, support, heal, and gather in the sanctuary. The short post highlights the space as a healing circle of women and uses hashtags to connect with the wider community.
