In this episode, Harriet is joined by Amelia Wood, a yoga teacher and academic. Her yoga teaching is inclusive, therapeutic and centre’s the student’s individual needs, includes embodied mindful movement, breath awareness and deep relaxation. She is currently a PhD candidate researching spiritual abuse in modern transnational yoga at SOAS. This project aims to centre survivor’s testimonies and is a specifically feminist endeavor.

Harriet and Amelia talk about pretending to be Kate Bush, the importance of recognising power dynamics within yoga and having a person-centered approach.

Just a small content note: in this episode we discuss in general terms abuse within yoga, but without detailing any specific instances.

We are linking to OSARCC for anyone who is seeking support around sexual abuse. OSARCC are an Oxford-based charity supporting survivors of sexual abuse, rape, domestic abuse, and harassment. They offer a free and confidential service to survivors who are dealing with the effects of sexual violence, and to anyone who is supporting them.

Links:
Child Abuse Royal Commission: childabuseroyalcommission.gov.au
The Heart of Yoga: goodreads.com

Connect with Amelia:
Website : amelialwood.com
Instagram: @amelia_wood_yoga

Connect with Harriet:
Website: nourishyogatraining.com
Instagram: @nourishyogatraining
Twitter: @nourishyogatt
Facebook: @nourishyogatraining