67. Finding Calm

Finding calm is vital, especially when living with chronic illness. In this episode we are joined by Victoria Gibbs, a yoga instructor, model, wellness enthusiast, and #lupuswarrior as she shares her person experiences living with and managing lupus through yoga, mindfulness, and self-care. She listens to her body - I mean really listens. And she has to in order to keep her symptoms at bay and live her life fully. Victoria shares her journey from ballet to yoga, discusses the challenges of living with lupus, how she maintains her passion for yoga, and the importance of mindfulness and self-care. The conversation touches on themes of resilience, self-advocacy, and the significance of listening to one's body. Tune in to learn how yoga and a positive mindset can be transformative for managing chronic illness and overall wellness. To see beautiful yoga poses, get inspiration, and catch her NYC teaching schedule, follow Victoria on IG @WhatGibbs. Follow Victoria on YouTube to learn more about her life living with lupus @WhatGibbs. Connect with Whitney on IG @ImpostrixPodcast! Thanks DigitalREM for editing this episode! Ready to get organized? Get your I Planned For This: A Life Organizer for When It's Needed workbook today! Check it out here! 00:00 Controlling What We Can 00:31 Welcome to Imposter Podcast Season Four 00:40 Focusing on Black Women's Wellness 01:18 Introducing Victoria Gibbs 02:42 Victoria's Journey with Movement and Yoga 09:37 Living with Lupus: Victoria's Story 22:10 The Importance of Body Awareness 27:47 Embracing Rest and Self-Care 28:36 Setting Boundaries for Well-being 29:51 The Importance of Self-Advocacy 34:13 Yoga: A Journey of Healing and Passion 42:37 Finding Balance and Minimizing Stress 52:04 Cultivating Mindfulness and Self-Care 53:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts