In today’s episode of Yoga Solutions, I have the pleasure of connecting with Alysia Makhani, a compassionate and skilled integrative health nurse, therapeutic yoga teacher, and the visionary founder of Flor Verde Healing. With a deep commitment to holistic wellness, Alysia draws from her expertise in health and therapeutic practices to guide patients and clients alike toward greater balance and healing. As a creator on Yoke Yoga, she offers tools for individuals to connect body, mind, and spirit, emphasizing mindful self-care that truly meets people where they are.
In our conversation, we explore how yoga and mindfulness techniques can be seamlessly woven into daily life as anchors for mental and emotional support. Alysia shares insights into managing anxiety and stress in real-time, offering tools and techniques she uses with patients in high-pressure environments, like hospitals, as well as with nursing students and other practitioners.
We also discuss the social and systemic elements that shape our well-being, from the challenges of late-stage capitalism to the often-hidden barriers in Western healthcare that yoga and mind-body practices can help to address.
Key Takeaways from This Episode:
- [06:41] Defining Anxiety and Its Impact
- [10:07] The Role of Capitalism in Anxiety
- [13:39] Humanizing Yoga Teachers
- [18:22] Normalizing Mind-Body Practices in Healthcare
- [22:16] Evidence-Based Practices in Yoga
- [27:02] Pranayama Practices for Anxiety
Quotes from the Episode:
“Our bodies are listening to us, so when we slow our breath, it’s like we’re giving our nervous system a gentle hug.”
“When we integrate mindfulness and breathing into healthcare, we’re not only treating symptoms but supporting the whole person.”
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Medical Disclaimer:
Please know any yoga wellness or health advice presented is not meant to replace the advice of your personal physician or other healthcare professional always seek competent medical care.
