Did you know that practicing Yoga poses or “asana” is just one small aspect of the entire practice of Yoga? It’s true! There is so much more than just the movement practice of Yoga that can benefit us in our recoveries and lives.
This six-week virtual class, led by Yoga for Eating Disorders Instructor Abbey Morris, will guide you on a unique transformative Yoga journey that takes place off of the mat and invites you to explore the philosophical and introspective aspects of yoga.
For folks struggling with an eating disorder/disordered eating/body image challenges, “doing” yoga on a mat may not always feel the safest or most inviting and THAT IS OKAY! Perhaps you wish to expand your knowledge of Yoga or learn about how to apply the philosophies to your recovery. This program will empower you to explore alternative ways to connect with Yoga in your life.
Each session will include a mindfulness practice, teaching about an aspect of Yoga, discussion, and personal reflection. A pdf course booklet will be provided to guide your reflection and expand your learning. Also includes bonus practices and check ins throughout the week.
This special class series will meet on Zoom on Wednesdays at 4 to 5:30 PM EST on March 16, March 23, March 30, April 6, April 13, and April 20. Join the live class or follow along with the recordings (Note: Only the teacher will be recorded, not the participants). You are welcome to practice with your camera on or off.
These classes are taught from a trauma informed, eating disorder informed, and mental health informed perspective and are accessible for all bodies. All are welcome. No prior yoga or meditation experience required.
What People Are Saying About Abbey’s Classes
“Abbey's generous wisdom and enthusiasm for helping others nurtures growth. I enjoyed the coursebook Abbey supplied and the practices in it, her energy, Yoga Nidra, and the walking meditation.” -Ingrid Fedge
“I had a really positive experience with Abbey’s program. I was able to gain some new perspectives how to approach recovery, self compassion, and how to connect with my whole self. I like the combination of doing some sort of practice at the beginning of the session to get into the mindset and topic before having a discussion to connect with others. I really enjoyed being able to hear what others found insightful or got out of the readings and practices because it allowed me to get more out of the program and opened me up to other perspectives. I liked all of the practices and found something to take away from them all, but the art practice was my favorite. I have tried expressing myself through art before but something about that practice helped things click. I also liked the walking practice because I can take it to use out in the world.” -Allison L
Tuition: $85
Payment plans are available. Please contact me to set up payment.
Meet the Instructor
ABBEY MORRIS, YOGA AND MEDITATION TEACHER
Abbey believes that yoga is a homecoming to her true self. As a dedicated athlete for most of her life, she openly expresses the healing power she discovered on the path of yoga while struggling with her own mental health and recovery from an eating disorder. Abbey strives to create this safe space for others to explore deepening their connection to themselves. Abbey is a 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher, a certified Meditation instructor, and has additional training in mindfulness as well as vinyasa, hatha and yin styles of yoga and completed the Yoga and Eating Disorders Mentoring Group. She is the founder of Yoga by Abbey. Follow her on @abbey.yogini.