Episode 69 - From Trauma to Transformation: Hannah Barrett's Journey to Yoga and Self-Love

What happens when life pushes you to the edge—mentally, emotionally, and physically? For Hannah Barrett, the answer was yoga. This episode is a raw and inspiring conversation about overcoming trauma, finding balance, and creating a life fueled by purpose. If you’ve ever struggled to make peace with yourself or felt like yoga wasn’t “for you,” Hannah’s story will change your perspective. In this heartfelt episode, Celest flips the script and interviews her co-host, Hannah Barrett. Together, they delve into Hannah’s inspiring journey from battling an eating disorder and thriving in a high-pressure career to finding healing, balance, and a new purpose through yoga. Hannah’s candid storytelling takes listeners from the challenges of motherhood, including the trauma of her daughter’s premature birth, to her commitment to making yoga accessible for everyone. We also discuss her new book, The Yoga Happy Year, and how it offers readers a year-long toolkit of practices to support mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Whether you're curious about yoga, navigating life’s hurdles, or just looking for inspiration, this episode is packed with wisdom, vulnerability, and practical advice. Pre-order your copy of The Yoga Happy Year (out on the 26th December) here. Learn more with Alba Yoga Academy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about our Yoga Teacher Training here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch our extensive library of YouTube videos.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Hannah on Instagram.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Celest on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠