Beyond the Mat: Practices & Resources
Welcome to Yoga Therapy Insights, where we explore valuable knowledge from yoga therapy to support areas such as sleep quality, joint health, stress resilience, nervous system regulation, and much more.
Whether you’re new to yoga therapy or looking to deepen your practice, these insights will guide you in enhancing your body-mind connection. Join us as we uncover ways to use yoga therapy for healing, empowerment, and lasting transformation.
Healing Through Yoga: A Personal Journey from Illness to Wellness
In yoga therapy, you are at the center of the process. This is your journey, shaped by your effort, courage, and commitment. While a yoga therapist serves as a compassionate guide, offering tools and insights, it is ultimately your dedication to the practice that...
The Surprising Benefits of Mouth Taping for Sleep and Health
Let’s talk about something that might sound a little unconventional at first: taping your mouth shut while you sleep. I know what you’re thinking—it sounds odd, maybe even uncomfortable. But hear me out: this one small, simple practice could dramatically improve your...
The 8 Limbs of Yoga: A Holistic Framework for Yoga Therapy
The 8 Limbs of Yoga, as described in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, offer a profound roadmap for personal growth and healing. This timeless philosophy provides tools that address physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being, making it an invaluable framework...
Soothe Your Soul and Strengthen Your Sight: The Power of Yoga Eye Exercises
Did you know the average person spends over 7 hours a day staring at screens? It's no wonder our eyes feel exhausted by day's end. From dry eyes to headaches, digital eye strain has become a common concern in the modern world. Thankfully, ancient yoga practices offer...
The Body Keeps Score: How Yoga Therapy and Mind-Body Practices Aid Trauma Recovery
The concept of “The Body Keeps the Score” emphasizes that our life experiences, especially traumatic ones, leave lasting imprints on the body. These experiences affect essential health markers like inflammation, hormonal balance, and heart rate variability (HRV),...
Yoga Therapy for Inner Balance
Yoga therapy is a holistic approach designed to help individuals cultivate inner balance, which is essential for healing and overall well-being. Drawing on ancient wisdom, such as the Bhagavad Gita, yoga therapy seeks to restore equilibrium in the body, mind, and...
Supporting Your Healing Journey: How to Ensure Therapeutic Movement in Yoga Therapy Works for You
In continuation of The Art of Listening to Your Body, where we explored the subtle cues and wisdom your body communicates, it's essential to dive deeper into how we apply this listening skill, especially when it comes to pain. Just as in life, therapeutic movement is...
The Art of Listening to Your Body
Yoga emphasizes the importance of "listening to your body," a concept that may feel confusing for beginners. This practice encourages you to tune into the messages your body sends, helping you adjust your efforts and modify poses to meet your individual needs. In this...
Beyond the Basics: Unraveling the Mysteries of Low Back Pain
Introduction Low back pain can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. It can limit mobility, affect sleep quality, and cause difficulties in performing daily activities such as lifting, bending, or even sitting. Chronic back pain can also lead to...
Yoga Therarpy for Multiple Sclerosis Symptom Management
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, leading to a wide array of physical, emotional, and cognitive symptoms. With over 2.3 million people affected worldwide , and no known cure, managing the symptoms of MS is...