Healing Through Yoga: Laura Staton's Approach to Pain and Joy
Whatever you do to identify a problem and then work on that problem, in whatever form you do, it is healing, is a healing action, and then it's something that we might be practicing for the rest of our lives.
Ever felt like pain is running your life? Laura Staton, a certified yoga therapist, joins Valeria Teles on 'A Quest for Well-Being' to discuss how yoga therapy can help you reclaim your joy. Laura, who holds a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from NYU, specializes in injury rehabilitation and brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. She explains how physical and emotional discomfort can subtly alter our daily routines, making once-enjoyable activities seem impossible.
Laura’s book, 'Yoga Bones: A Comprehensive Guide to Managing Pain and Orthopedic Injuries through Yoga', offers a roadmap for designing your own home practice to heal and engage more fully in life. In this episode, Laura emphasizes the mind-body connection and the transformative power of a spiritual practice, which doesn't necessarily require any religious affiliation. She shares practical advice on how to use pain as a motivator rather than a barrier.
Her approach combines occupational therapy with yoga interventions, creating a holistic method for self-discovery and healing. Meditation's role in boosting neuroplasticity is also highlighted, showing how it can enhance your journey toward well-being. If you're dealing with chronic pain or looking for ways to improve your overall quality of life, this conversation is packed with insights that can help you take those first steps toward healing.