“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.” ~ Desmond Tutu ~   It has perhaps never felt more important than it does right now to consciously shine our light into the darker moments this world can reveal.   In the wake of what we have witnessed in our own nation on Bondi Beach, many may be holding feelings of helplessness, grief, anger, fear and deep sadness well beyond what mere words can convey. And yet, alongside this heartbreak, we so ofte

For yoga students exploring how yoga can support healing after trauma In recent years, yoga has been increasingly recognised as a powerful support for people navigating life after trauma, including those living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). While yoga isn’t a replacement for therapy, it can offer tools to help you feel more grounded, connected, and present in your own body - especially when trauma has disrupted that sense of safety. A study by Stephen Penman in

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