Octavia Raheem on Instagram: "Every yoga teacher, teacher (of anything really), therapist, trainer, healer, space holder- anyone who holds and carries others emotionally, physically, spiritually, or mentally can greatly benefit from restorative yoga. Restorative yoga reminded me and retaught me what it means to be held. From Pause, Rest, Be: Stillness Practices for Courage in Times of Change "Many of us don’t have much practice being held, so this style of yoga (restorative) that bring
Trauma-Informed Yoga
Resources: https://www.myvinyasapractice.com/ Course: Trauma-Infromed Yoga 2024 Summary: When you experience trauma, it might be hard to pinpoint what you’re feeling. It’s also hard for your body and brain to comprehend everything. As a result, your muscles tense up and your brain might go into overdrive because you’re constantly trying to protect yourself. Eventually, you might shut down — or lash out. Trauma-informed, or trauma-sensitive yoga, is not designed to take you back to the source of your pain. Its purpose is to help you become more aware of what’s going on in your body. Once you tap into that, you can work on releasing built-up emotions, stress and tension
Love this! It’s a reflection of how I see yoga and how it helps keep me more aware of how I move through life. What does yoga mean to you? **hint** there are no wrong answers! It’s YOUR perspective. ✨🧘🏻♀️🕉️ . . . #balance #genx #classandglass #vinoandvinyasa #peacekindnesshopesass #layloyoga #over50 #over40 #Wellness #WellnessRetreat #SelfCare #Mindfulness #HealthyLiving #HealthAndWellness #SelfLove #HolisticHealth #Wellbeing #MentalHealth #YogaRetreat #FitnessJourney #Meditation #Detox ...
“I vow to return to myself—again and again.” Yoga isn’t about perfect poses or progress. It’s about showing up, listening, and honoring where I am. No pressure. No expectations. Just presence. If this speaks to you, share it with someone who needs the reminder. ❤️ #yoga #vow #poetry #poetryaesthetic
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