Knowing Your Body with Monica Bright

For today's episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Monica Bright to explore how yoga can address chronic pain and deepen our connection to our bodies. Monica brings her extensive background in education and movement modalities to her yoga practice, enriching her teachings with a unique focus on body awareness and intentional movement.

 

Monica shares her journey from being an elementary school teacher and educational consultant to becoming a yoga teacher in 2012. Her passion for studying the human body and various movement modalities has set her apart in the yoga community. Now, she teaches online through her studio and has classes available on the Yoke Yoga app. Throughout this episode, Monica reminds us of the importance of slowing down, being intentional, and fostering a deeper connection with our bodies.

 

 

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

- [04:13] The Importance of Proprioception and Interoception

- [09:48] Yoga for Chronic Pain 

- [13:30] Handling Common Yoga Injuries and Teaching Modifications

- [16:23] The Benefits of Yoga: Research and Insights

- [23:18] Monica's Yoga Classes on Yoke Yoga

 

 

Quotes from the Episode:

“Practicing yoga is not just about the physical poses; it’s about tuning into our bodies, understanding our feelings, and being more intentional.”

 

“Always be in the inquiry. Always be questioning how does this feel? Does it feel okay? Does it feel different on one side compared to the other?”

 

 

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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.