The Grounded || Module Three
"The wound is the place where the light enters you." Rumi
Types of Yoga
In your journal, begin to explore your favorite types of yoga and write why these types resonate for you. Exploring within your local community, we challenge you to go experience a class or style you have never tried before. Classes are also available through youtube.
Yoga Nidra | Guided Visualizations and Meditations
The benefits of Yoga Nidra are countless. Below I an opportunity for you to be guided and receive Yoga Nidra. Within your manual is a Yoga Nidra script. you can use for your loved ones to aid repair and relaxation. Please note that the on-demand studio has more Yoga Nidra and Meditation practices complimentary to enjoy.
Practice Yoga Nidra
Find a relaxing position such as on your back, cuddled and cozied up! Make sure there are no distractions such as kids running around, amazon delivery on the way, or phone calls coming in, You want to give yourself the experience of total serenity and relaxation. Maybe use this before you go to bed. Enjoy!
Alignment and Anatomy Notes
REASONS TO EMBRACE MODIFICATIONS:
1. To help stabilization.
2. To feel more grounded.
3. To easily access a stretch or bind.
4. To provide options for alternative poses if a suggested pose is uncomfortable.
5. To elevate hips to add cushion to hips, knees, or other sore joints.
6. To awaken differently in a posture and explore different sensations.
7. To provide options for clients to get in touch with their needs and preferences.
What is Yoga Therapy?
Neuroscience and the Stress Response
EXPLORE THE COMBAT STRESS CHECKLIST
Referenced in the manual, this guide is to create inquiry and uncover ways to down regulate your stress levels and shift perceptions that may be causing suffering. The more we lean into light, the shadow is hindered. Lean in. We wear our busy-ness like a badge of honor.
MILITARY SPOUSES ELIGIBLE FOR MYCAA
Military Spouses who are eligible for MYCAA scholarship (Military spouses meeting the following criteria are eligible to participate in the MyCAA Scholarship program: Spouses of service members on Active Duty, under Title 10 orders Spouses of service members with pay grades of E-1 through E-5, W-1 through W-2, O-1 through O-2.) are able to access these MindBody and therapeutic based training programs below through their MYCAA scholarship.
If you are not eligible, we honor a 15% off tuition discount for all military affiliated trainees.
Our programs offer in person and livestream online options to pursue the personal and professional development desired. Contact us for more information about training programs, MYCAA scholarships and taking the next step in your self care journey. Learn more about training options here for full certification.
Trauma Sensitivity and Yoga
Notes:
Within your manual we have included a brief description of trauma sensitive yoga. The key with languaging and mindfulness for trauma sensitivity is offering options, using invitational language, and utilizing yogic practices to cultivate presence and self regulation.
Please read David Emerson's Overcoming Trauma Through Yoga for more information or begin your journey to get trained in this through our Yoga Teacher Training Programs.
Notes on Yoga for Behavioral Health
Yoga for Improving Sleep
Introduction to Prenatal Yoga
Explore our prenatal section on our On Demand Yoga Studio at www.melmarie.studio
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Yoga Glossary
For your use, we have provided a 'yoga glossary' to help guide and define common words used in yoga classes and in mindfulness culture.
References
Throughout the program, information has been guided or inspired by many resources and experiences. The reference list acknowledges some of those guides and if you would like additional information such a peer reviewed work, etc please contact us directly.
Resources
This list of resources invites you to dive deeper into your studies and understanding of the conversations. Enjoy!