Yoga for Mental Health

Stress can accumulate in the body long before we consciously notice it, showing up as physical tension, restlessness, difficulty slowing down, or feeling disconnected from ourselves and our environment.This World Mental Health Day special yoga workshop combines movement and breath to help you:-- slow down- ground yourself- reconnect with your body- build self-awareness- regulate your emotions- support your healing journeyThe approach combines yoga practice with an understanding of mental wellbeing, emphasising choice, body awareness, boundaries, and moving at your own pace.What To Expect:> A gentle grounding practice> Breath and body-awareness exercises> Accessible yoga movement> Practices for noticing and releasing tension> Simple practices that you can take into everyday lifeWhat To Bring:> Comfortable clothing that allows you to move> Water bottle> Yoga mat> Anything you need to feel physically comfortable during the sessionImportant Note:> This session is ONLY FOR WOMEN who would like to create some space for themselves, slow down and reconnect with themselves.> No previous yoga experience is required.> Beginners are welcome. There is no expectation to perform, achieve or push through the practice.> You don`t need to identify with any particular mental health condition to attend.> This workshop is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care. Participation is voluntary. You are encouraged to modify, pause or skip any practice that does not feel right for you.About The Facilitator:The session is led by a 500-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 500), with additional training in mental health advocacy and suicide prevention as well as experience in volunteer listening and peer support.