Fascia thrives on variety. Yin Yoga gently stretches larger areas of the body, while myofascial release works more specifically. Different approaches, yet both speaking to the same system. Discover why combining them can support supple tissue, balanced tension and a deeper shift into rest and digest.

Releasing fascia can also free the flow of energy along our meridian pathways. We can weave myofascial release and acupressure into a deeply nourishing practice for the body-mind, nervous system & emotional regulation.

For over a decade, I practice and teach both Yin Yoga and Qigong and notice that students often think Yin Yoga comes from Chinese medicine. There is specifically the question whether our modern Yin Yoga comes from DaoYin. Let me give you an overview of the evolution from DaoYin to Daoist internal arts and the modern Yin Yoga we know today.

Somatic movement is guided by an internal curiosity and sensation. It doesn’t have a specific look and can be anything from gentle micro-movement, swaying or a subtle adjustment. Why I integrate somatics into my Yoga classes…

Let's look at the connection of fascia and the nervous system through the interoception and how we can use practices such as Yin Yoga or myofascial release to get in contact with our fascia.

One of the most profound yet often overlooked ways to restore balance and regulate our nervous system is through interoception—our ability to sense and interpret internal bodily signals.

Yin Yoga is an excellent practice for soothing the nervous system and inviting the body into its “rest and digest” state. Practice with me to slow down and give your overworked nervous system some rest.