Our guest, Nyk Danu, shares her journey with yin yoga and how it has become a refuge for her as an HSP. Nyk is a certified yoga therapist, yin yoga teacher trainer, and yoga business mentor who specializes in teaching therapeutic yoga to students who don’t feel at home in mainstream yoga circles. She combines her extensive training in yoga therapy, yin yoga, and traditional Chinese medicine to create a unique approach that prioritizes the nervous system and accessibility. 

If you’ve tried yin yoga before but found it uncomfortable or challenging, either because of the long holds, the quiet space, or the thoughts and sensations that arose, this episode is here to provide valuable insights and tips to help you deepen your practice. Nyk shares how therapeutic yin yoga can help HSPs build reserves, move energy, and find a soothing balm for their overstimulated selves.

What You’ll Discover:

• How yin yoga differs from other styles of yoga and why it can be particularly beneficial for HSPs.
• The importance of prioritizing the nervous system and finding a moderate, sustainable practice in yin yoga.
• Why less can be more in yin yoga, and how backing off can actually lead to greater physical and emotional benefits.
• How to approach feelings of boredom, agitation, or anxiety that may arise during a yin practice.
• The value of cultivating interoception and mindfulness through yin yoga, and how it can help HSPs navigate the challenges of daily life.

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Everything you need:

• Nyk Danu: Website | Instagram | YouTube
• Paul Grilley
• The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine N. Aron
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