Lauren’s Ashtanga Yoga Blog
Conversation with Yogis Podcast
Over the summer I had the privilege of being invited to guest on Ashley Ahrens and Melissa Szpesi’s podcast, Conversations with Yogis. Listen to the full episode here
Ashtanga Yoga and Trauma-Informed Care
Ashtanga yoga has been a profoundly healing practice for me. Over the last 15 years, my daily practice, and the community I’m part of, have been a constant source of support. I can’t imagine my life without it. That said, I understand this practice is not for everyone, nor was it designed as a healing modality for the effects of trauma. That’s why it’s wonderful there are other options available. Trauma-sensitive yoga is a branch of yoga that’s designed specifically to help people (re) connect with their body and sense of self in the aftermath of trauma.
Power dynamics in the yoga student/teacher relationship
Yoga Shalas are often seen as a space for healing, exploration, and self-awareness. But they are also a space where power dynamics—both visible and subtle—are always at play. For teachers, understanding how power functions within student relationships is essential to creating safe, inclusive, and empowering environments