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Yoga as a revolutionary tool for healing Black Women

Tai Salih E-RYT® 500, YACEP® (she/her)
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5 min readJun 17, 2023
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(Reminder Black women are cis, trans, and expansive)

Yoga has the transformative potential to revolutionize the mental health of Black women. For far too long, Black women have been forced to navigate a society that systemically devalues and oppresses them, leading to a disproportionate amount of stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. The practice of yoga offers a path towards healing and self-discovery that can help Black women take back control of their well-being in ways that are truly revolutionary.

The beauty of yoga is that it is not simply a physical exercise, but a powerful tool for cultivating greater self-awareness, resilience, and community. Through the practice of yoga, Black women can learn to manage stress and anxiety in healthy ways, without relying on harmful coping mechanisms. By embracing the mindfulness aspect of yoga, Black women can connect more deeply with their bodies and emotions, fostering a greater sense of inner strength and empowerment. This newfound sense of resilience can help Black women navigate the many obstacles they face with greater ease and confidence.

In addition to the individual benefits of yoga, the practice also offers a unique opportunity to build community among Black women. This is especially important as Black women have often been…

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Tai Salih E-RYT® 500, YACEP® (she/her)
Tai Salih E-RYT® 500, YACEP® (she/her)

Written by Tai Salih E-RYT® 500, YACEP® (she/her)

Non-profit Founder @redmaat_collective | Integrative Counsellor @redmaat_healing | Social justice, writer, yogi @red_maat

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