An essential manual for yoga teachers and students to create a trauma-sensitive practice that benefits and supports all.

People are turning to yoga for its stress-reducing practice and transformative philosophy. But for those who have a trauma history, the practice can be triggeringThe Essential Guide to Trauma Sensitive Yoga offers an inclusive approach to yoga for teachers and students of all ages and abilities, especially those who have experienced trauma. Some of the themes covered include:

How do the impacts of trauma show up in yoga spaces

Suggested language for shifting power to the practitioner

How to create an environment conducive to healing

How to practice or teach poses in a way that includes all

And much more

 
This book is beautifully illustrated with 260 photos of poses and sequences, modeled by trauma survivors who share stories of how yoga helps them healLand works with people of all ages, from young children to seniors, who are coping with a range of traumas including physical, emotional and sexual abuse, homelessness, genocide, and incarceration. She is a passionate advocate for making the benefits of yoga and mindfulness available to all.


Format Häftad Omfång 256 sidor Språk Engelska Förlag Shambhala Publications Inc Utgivningsdatum 2023-05-02 ISBN 9781611809886