Addiction Prevention Coalition
Addiction Prevention Coalition
Just Breathe: A Conversation with Jamella Stroud
Just Breathe: A Conversation with Jamella Stroud
Just Breathe: A Conversation with Jamella Stroud
Thursday 22nd May 2025
Explore healing through somatic yoga with Jamella Stroud as she shares her journey from anger to peace using breath and movement.
42 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Somatic yoga therapy helps reconnect the body and mind.
- Breathwork is crucial for activating the parasympathetic nervous system.
- Exhale to Excel program aids emotional learning for students.
- Healing retreats in Bali focus on holistic wellness.
- Alternative methods like plant medicine offer new healing perspectives.
"Breathing supports you in slowing down, it helps activate the parasympathetic nervous system so the body can feel safe enough to heal."
In this episode of APC Recovery Cafe, the focus is on healing through movement and breath with Jamella Stroud, a somatic yoga therapist and founder of Sacred Soma Yoga and Therapy. Jamella shares her journey from anger-filled childhood to becoming a beacon of calm and healing. Her work primarily revolves around reconnecting individuals with their bodies, helping them release trauma and find peace through somatic yoga therapy.
This isn't your typical yoga session; it's about understanding and working through the body's stories and emotions. Jamella introduces her Exhale to Excel Yoga Program, designed for students, which integrates social and emotional learning with yoga and mindfulness practices. Her passion for helping others shines through as she recounts her experiences in schools, offering students a safe space to express themselves and process their emotions.
She highlights how even a single session can uncover deep-seated issues, using breathwork and gentle movement to facilitate healing. The conversation also touches on Jamella's personal healing retreats in Bali, where she combines her love for travel with her dedication to holistic wellness. Her insights into alternative healing methods, such as plant medicine, offer listeners new perspectives on recovery and self-care.
Jamella's story is one of transformation and resilience, making this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking a fresh approach to healing. If you're curious about how breath and movement can be powerful tools in recovery, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.