Mandi Gardner - The Intersection of Yoga and Mental Health: Healing Childhood Trauma

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Mandi Gardner is a dedicated yoga teacher and founder of Holistic Evolution Shala. Mandi's journey into yoga began in her early 20s, and she has since delved deep into practices such as Bikram and Ashtanga yoga. Residing in Utah, she currently teaches Vinyasa and Ashtanga yoga and is passionate about making yoga more accessible. Alongside her yoga endeavors, she has overcome significant personal challenges, including addiction and trauma, and now shares her insights through her YouTube channel and podcast. Mandi is committed to promoting holistic wellness and integrating DBT skills into her teachings to help others on their healing journeys.
Visit Mandi on her website: https://www.holisticevolutionshala.com/
Subscribe to her YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticEvolutionShala
Key Takeaways:

• Mandi Gardner found solace and healing in yoga practice, progressing from casual engagement to deeply integrating it into her path to recovery and overall health.
• Ashtanga yoga provided a vital structure for Mandi, fostering physical and mental growth and leading to significant personal realizations and healing.
• Mandi's sobriety journey was supported by combining yoga with DBT skills, emphasizing focusing on future progress rather than being consumed by past trauma.

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1. Mandi Gardner - The Intersection of Yoga and Mental Health: Healing Childhood Trauma (00:00:00)

2. Mandi Gardner's Journey From Hairdressing to Yoga Enthusiast (00:00:04)

3. Healing Through Yoga: From Addiction to Self-Discovery (00:03:52)

4. Balancing Bikram and Ashtanga Yoga Experiences (00:07:11)

5. Empowerment Through Yoga: Healing Trauma and Personal Growth (00:09:50)

6. Journey from Yoga Student to Teacher Amidst Personal Struggles (00:12:42)

7. Letting Go of Competitive Ideas in Practice (00:17:09)

8. Expanding Ashtanga Yoga Through Teaching and YouTube (00:18:23)

9. Journey to Sobriety and Self-Discovery Through Yoga (00:20:55)

10. Overcoming Addiction Without Traditional AA Methods (00:24:42)

11. Healing Through Yoga and Positive Focus (00:29:29)

12. Healing Through DBT Skills and Overcoming Trauma (00:33:24)

13. Understanding and Managing a Relationship With a Borderline Parent (00:38:39)

14. Breaking Generational Trauma Through Honest Parenting (00:45:39)

15. Integrating DBT Skills for Healing and Improved Relationships (00:50:03)

16. Healing Trauma Through Self-Care and Educational Practices (00:52:47)