Yoga is an ancient practice that has been imported into the Western World for many years already as a way to cultivate our feelings of well-being. However, the yoga teachings go much deeper than a single form of cultivating physical capabilities. It is a form of healing for individuals as well as society. The sad truth is that some of the depth of the yoga teachings is lost in western societies due to the resistance to bringing spirituality to the forefront and the lack of inclusion and diversity. 

This week we have a lovely chat with our friend and favorite yoga teacher Kat Owens (she/her). She is here to tell us all about trauma-informed yoga and trauma healing through yoga. She emphasizes the importance of spiritual practices that align with outer actions toward social justice and collective healing. The understanding that each body is different, and each person is carrying its own set of unique experiences; therefore, the practice needs to be made inclusive to facilitate the healing as individuals as well as a society.

Where to find Kat:

www.katowensyoga.com or Instagram @_katowens

Referenced Books:

Skill in Action by Michelle Cassandra Johnson 

Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness by David Treleaven

My Grandmother’s Hands by Resmaa Menakem

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