Kari Doherty
Kari Doherty
Ep. 30 | The Power of "It Depends" | My interview with Melissa Leach | Functional Anatomy Expert
Ep. 30 | The Power of "It Depends" | My interview with Melissa Leach | Functional Anatomy Expert
Ep. 30 | The Power of "It Depends" | My interview with Melissa Leach | Functional Anatomy Expert
Monday 17th April 2023
Join Kari Doherty as she interviews Melissa Leach on the healing power of yoga, functional anatomy, and trauma on the Luminous Recovery Yoga Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!The Healing Power of Yoga: A Chat with Melissa Leach
Episode Overview
- Melissa Leach shares her experience in the yoga industry, emphasizing co-creation between student and teacher
- The interview highlights the challenges of training yoga teachers and the need for intentionality and context in cueing individual poses
- Melissa advocates for a mindful and inclusive approach to yoga practice, addressing the intersections of stress, trauma, and pain in the body
- She urges yoga teachers to embrace the phrase 'it depends' and consider the diverse needs and experiences of their students
- The episode provides insightful perspectives on yogic philosophy, functional anatomy, trauma, and mental health in yoga practice
It depends gives us a lot of freedom in teaching. We can't overload one system of the body and not have it show up in other systems of the body.
Imagine finding a yoga teacher who feels like a long-lost friend. That's how host Kari Doherty felt when she met Melissa Leach at a yoga course in San Francisco. In this episode of the 'Luminous Recovery Yoga Podcast', Kari sits down with Melissa, a functional anatomy expert and seasoned yoga instructor, to unpack the magic of yoga and its impact on our bodies and minds. Melissa isn't your average yoga teacher.
She's got a deep understanding of functional anatomy, trauma, and mental health. Her unique approach to teaching yoga focuses on co-creation between student and teacher, rather than just correcting poses. This philosophy encourages a more personalized and meaningful practice. During their conversation, Melissa talks about the phrase 'it depends' and how it shapes her understanding of the human body.
She explains how pain can often be a sign of trauma surfacing in the body and stresses the importance of mindful and inclusive yoga practices. Her insights challenge traditional yoga narratives, urging teachers to consider the diverse needs of their students. Whether you're a yoga enthusiast or someone looking to understand the deeper connections between body and mind, this episode offers a fresh perspective.
Kari and Melissa's discussion is not just informative but also deeply relatable, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in holistic wellness.