Summary: “I’m really hopeful when I talk about trauma because with trauma comes resilience. Resilience is our ability to know that we are going to be ok, even when things don’t go the way we want. And the only way we can know that is by having things not go the way we want and survive it.”<br> <br> In this episode, Hala Khouri, yoga teacher, somatic counselor, and activist, discusses transforming trauma through yoga and activism. Hala reveals the traumas she experienced that inspire her work, including leaving her home of Beirut, Lebanon as a young girl. She reflects on her yoga background from how a cancer diagnosis lead her to her first yoga class to her decision to become a yoga teacher. Hala defines trauma, including the difference between capital “T” and lowercase “t” trauma. She explores the power of somatic therapy and why she believes a holistic approach is essential for releasing contractive patterns of trauma from the body and mind. Hala discusses the importance of inspiring yogis to become conscious leaders of social change through her work with the non-profit organization, Off The Mat, Into the World. Lastly, Hala previews her 2016 teaching schedule.<br> <br> Podcast Sponsored by Bentforkz: Ethan Wright-Magoon designs creative websites with a user-first design aesthetic and has worked with large educational institutions, major companies in health care, and small runner yogi podcast hosts like myself (he designed this site!). Ethan uses a progressive method of collaboration called Appreciate Inquiry to get at the heart of one's core values and how your website can embody this. Ethan’s creativity, passion for what he does, and extensive knowledge of the technical and graphic sides of design will take your website to the next level! If you want to get in touch with Ethan, visit bentforkz.com. Elevate your business, brand, and blog with Ethan’s help!<br> <br> How Can You Support The ROO Podcast?<br> 1. Tell Your Friends & Share Online!<br> 2. Subscribe & leave a review of the podcast on iTunes!
