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Shrinkle #30 · Wellbeing · 4 letters

Yoga

A practice that combines body postures, breathing and focused attention. Research suggests it can ease stress and support mood, and many people use it to feel more at home in their body.

In the room

Some therapists, especially in trauma-sensitive work, draw on gentle yoga to help people reconnect with their body at their own pace.

Something a client might say

“After that class my mind was quiet for the first time all week.”

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Where it comes from

Yoga began in ancient India as a spiritual and philosophical practice.

Related ideas

Mind-body practice · Breathwork · Mindfulness

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