#50 Yoga Was Never Just About the Body

Show NotesIn this episode of Ideas with Impact, host Aleksandra Gamrat speaks with yoga therapist @Yogaaah Nora Sundari Benian about her journey into yoga and healing. Nora shares her personal experiences with injury and recovery, emphasizing the importance of rest and the mental aspects of healing. They discuss the significance of understanding brain waves, the role of emotions in health, and the necessity of living in the present moment. Nora also highlights the transformative power of yoga and theta healing, and the importance of letting go of past experiences to foster personal growth. The conversation concludes with insights on the impact of society on individual development and the healing practices offered in Nora's retreats.In Our Episode00:00 Introduction to Yoga Therapy and Healing02:45 Nora's Journey into Yoga and Healing05:26 The Stages of Healing in Yoga08:09 Understanding Brain Waves and Healing10:43 Theta Healing and Its Impact13:35 The Role of Reiki and Other Healing Modalities16:15 Turning Inward: The Importance of Self-Reflection18:56 Letting Go of the Past and Embracing Change21:43 Living in the Present Moment24:32 The Connection Between Emotions and the Body27:07 The Power of Thoughts and Emotions29:50 Clinging to Attachments and Their Consequences35:50 Navigating Change and Personal Growth37:45 Cultural Identity and Immigrant Experiences40:38 The Emotional Burden of Immigration42:16 Forgiveness and Self-Compassion44:43 Societal Pressures and Personal Expectations47:50 Generational Shifts in Perspectives51:08 The Weight of Information Overload54:58 The Importance of Downtime and Reflection57:06 Yoga Retreats and Healing Practices01:03:21 The Journey of Healing and Self-Discovery-------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Nora Sundari Benian➡️ Website: https://www.yogaaah.com/➡️ Facebook: @/https://www.facebook.com/nora.benian➡️ Instagram: @/https://www.instagram.com/yogaaah.ed/➡️ YouTube: @Yogaaah -------------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe and listen to Ideas With Impact Podcast HERE:Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/6sUJ5N9Dsp5PFqWtUZWb4j?si=77b8053c49074f34⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@IdeasWithImpactPodcastApple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ideas-with-impact-podcast/id1725998847⁠-------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Aleksandra Gamrat on Social Media➡️⁠ Facebook: @/https://www.facebook.com/aleksandra.gamrat13 ⁠➡️⁠ Instagram: @/https://www.instagram.com/ideas_with_impact_podcast⁠➡️ Website: https://aleksandragamrat13.wixsite.com/ideaswithimpactMake a One-Time or Recurring Donation on PayPal 👉https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=H8XZL666TNGQQ#healthandwellness #healingjourney #personalgrowth