Cheri Clampett: Healing Through Kindness and Therapeutic Yoga
Episode Overview
Sherry's journey from trauma to becoming a yoga therapist The importance of self-care and patience in healing Insights into pain management and the mind-body connection The therapeutic potential of meditation and visualization Embracing pain as a form of communication from the body
The body heals itself. And we forget that. And we almost like when our body goes through an injury or an illness, we get mad at it. We sort of don't treat it well because we're, you know, it's not working as well as it was. That's when our body needs the most love, the most attention, the most care, the best nutrients, you know, the deepest sleep, all of those things, because it's working extra hard.
What if the key to healing lies in how kind you are to yourself? In this eye-opening episode of 'The Mindful Injury Recovery Talks', Dr. Maya Novak sits down with Cheri Clampett, a seasoned yoga therapist who has dedicated her life to helping others heal through the power of therapeutic yoga. Cheri's journey began with a transformative experience in her twenties that revealed the deep-seated trauma held within her body.
Since then, she has developed a unique approach that combines yoga, breathwork, and visualization to support the body's natural healing processes. Cheri emphasizes the importance of self-kindness, especially when dealing with physical trauma. She believes that many people are far kinder to others than they are to themselves, often treating their own bodies as adversaries. This episode delves into how this mindset can hinder recovery and how shifting towards kindness and patience can make a world of difference.
Throughout the conversation, Cheri shares her profound insights into pain management and the mind-body connection. She discusses how meditation and visualization can be powerful tools for healing, offering practical advice for anyone on a recovery journey. Her stories of clients who have experienced remarkable transformations through therapeutic yoga are both inspiring and enlightening. If you're navigating the complexities of physical trauma or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable guidance and a fresh perspective on healing.
Cheri's wisdom and experience provide a beacon of hope, showing that with the right approach, recovery is not only possible but can be a deeply enriching experience.