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.
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...
The Holistic Approach of Yoga Therapy
Yoga, as a holistic practice, is deeply rooted in the understanding that the human body and mind are interconnected. To achieve health, it is essential to address all dimensions of life. Here are four foundational principles that guide the approach of Yoga Therapy:...
Healthy Stride: Mastering the Art of Walking
Walking is a complex but natural movement that involves the coordination of muscles, joints, and the nervous system to create a fluid, healthy stride. A proper stride starts with a heel strike, where the heel touches the ground first, followed by a rolling motion...
How Shallow Breathing Makes Stress Worse (and Hurts Your Body)
Ever notice yourself taking short, quick breaths when you're stressed? Turns out, that shallow breathing isn't just a nervous habit - it actually fuels stress and pain in your body. Here's the lowdown on this not-so-great cycle and how to break free. Shallow Breaths =...