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MIND YOUR SELF
Feeling ever so slightly frazzled by the year that will live in infamy? Check out Mindful Studio, a cozy yoga and meditation studio in Central that opened just last month. It’s the passion project of Simon Hui, a former civil engineerturned-Buddhist monk. Simon eventually disrobed from monastic life in 2014 and moved back to Hong Kong, but his love of meditation and the pursuit of inner peace remained, leading him to launch his own studio. The space is warm and inviting, with plenty of new props like meditation cushions, bolsters - even crystal singing bowls! With a max capacity of around four students per session, this boutique studio caters to private and small group classes, and offers a range of classes, including flow and hatha yoga, walking meditation, and sound baths. A firsttime trial pack costs $200 for two group classes, with additional credit packs available for private and group sessions. Check out Simon’s website for more information on classes and pricing. mindfulstudiohk.com
MASK ME ANYTHING
If you’re anything like us, there’s always one name on your holiday shopping list that’s impossible to shop for. Bespoke gifting service The Masked Gifter seeks to tackle that problem for you, providing a helpful list of gift ideas that you might not have thought up on your own. After a five-step process that collects info about the recipient, you’ll receive a list of gift options that you can tailor according to budget and taste. Their staff handle everything after that, from braving the holiday crowds to expert gift-wrapping, with step-by-step updates along the way so you’re still involved. Go on, give yourself the gift of a little outside help this festive season! Contact hello@themaskedgifter.com for more information. 8
