by Jen Stuart | Nov 9, 2017 | How to Heal, Research, Trauma, Yoga
Recurring pain is often seen as chronic pain. Chronic pain is often defined as any pain lasting more than 12 weeks, and can continue for months to years. (Opposed to acute pain that is a sensation that tells us of injury). Chronic pain can come from a variety of...
by Jen Stuart | Oct 26, 2017 | How to Heal, Research, Trauma
Experiencing Perceptual Distortion Perceptual Distortion is when there is a dissociation with reality of what is happening. It can be linked to the distorted perception of what happens and are felt during a traumatic event. The changing of time and views getting...
by Jen Stuart | Oct 10, 2017 | Research, Trauma
What is PDSD? Duress is to do with feeling pressure under threat or violence. Prolonged Duress Stress Disorder is a stress disorder that is deep rooted of stress, feelings of loss of control or feelings of being trapped. When talking about PDSD, it is linked to the...
by Jen Stuart | Oct 3, 2017 | How to Heal, Nutrition, Research
BASIL Basil has many uses that we may not know.. I uncovered some as I was exploring the benefits of essential oils. Essential oils can be so complimentary to our yoga practice. Having said that they can be used to diffuse around the home or studio, aromatherapy, rub...
by Jen Stuart | Sep 26, 2017 | How to Heal, Research, Trauma, Yoga
Calming the nervous system with pranayama (Breath Techniques) Deep belly breathing Fill 2 inches below your belly button Place hands on the belly and notice where the breath moves Filling the belly even to the sides and back Start to feel into the natural movement and...
by Jen Stuart | Sep 12, 2017 | Research, Toolbox, Trauma
Ground rules and supervision with PTSD Important ground rules that need to be considered before commencing work with a PTSD sufferer. Ground rules are something that must be well considered before working with the client as some people suffering from PTSD need to be...
