The representation of who is affected by eating disorders is changing in blog posts and on social media to depict more gender, socioeconomic, racial, and sexual diversity. As guest contributor Niya Bajaj points out, “this increase in representation is not the same as inclusion” and asks: “How can yoga, beyond the mindful movement practice, help us address eating disorders in a truly inclusive way?” Learn how the ethical principles of yoga, or the yamas, are guides for removing barriers and biases that discriminate and for creating true inclusion for all by including systemically excluded populations in the eating disorder community.

Learn how to practice the yoga philosophy of asteya, or generosity, in eating disorder recovery. Explore the reflection prompts and enjoy a guided meditation on cultivating generosity in your healing journey.