Mary Tilson
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#8: Heather Mason, Founder of The Minded Institute, a World Leader in Yoga Therapy & Mindfulness Training
#8: Heather Mason, Founder of The Minded Institute, a World Leader in Yoga Therapy & Mindfulness Training
#8: Heather Mason, Founder of The Minded Institute, a World Leader in Yoga Therapy & Mindfulness Training
Tuesday 22nd February 2022
Heather Mason shares her journey from battling anxiety to founding The Minded Institute, exploring yoga therapy's role in treating PTSD and long COVID.
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Get the buttons here!Heather Mason's Journey: From Anxiety to Yoga Therapy Pioneer
Trauma, as opposed to Ptsd, is really any event that overwhelms somebody's capacity in a notable way to manage that psychologically and physiologically.
Ever wondered how yoga can transform lives beyond just physical fitness? Meet Heather Mason, the brilliant mind behind The Minded Institute. Heather's path to becoming a leader in yoga therapy and mindfulness training started with her own battles with deep anxiety and depression. Seeking solace, she ventured to Southeast Asia and spent three transformative years in Buddhist monasteries. This journey ignited her passion for mind-body therapies and led her to pursue extensive studies in Buddhist-Based psychotherapy, neuroscience, and medical physiology.
In this enlightening episode of the Sun & Moon Sober Living Podcast, Heather opens up about her personal struggles and how they shaped her professional journey. She explains the critical differences between yoga therapy and regular yoga teaching, emphasizing how yoga can be a powerful tool for treating PTSD and long COVID. Heather also dives into the concept of social prescribing, highlighting its potential to promote yoga therapy as a holistic approach to health.
For those looking to deepen their knowledge, Heather shares insights about the professional courses offered by The Minded Institute. Whether you're a healthcare professional or simply curious about the therapeutic benefits of yoga, this episode is packed with valuable information and inspiration. Tune in to hear Heather's story and learn how yoga therapy can be a game-changer in mental health and trauma recovery.