For Yoga Teachers



Restorative Yoga For Breast Cancer Recovery: Gentle Flowing Yoga For Breast Health, Breast Cancer Related Fatigue & Lymphedema Management

by Diana Ross (Author), D J Lange (Illustrator), Dawn Bradford (Designer)

Sleep and Insomnia after Cancer Treatments

Not being able to sleep is one of the most common complaints from people diagnosed with cancer…

Sound Healing for People Affected by Cancer

We all know how quickly a favorite song can lift our mood and transport us away from our troubles, even if only for a moment…

Step Confidently: 12 Tips for Reducing the Risk of Falls and Fractures

As we age, or deal with cancer or other medical conditions, our ability to balance can diminish, and combined with an increased risk of weakened bones, this can be a recipe for disability.

But can we prevent — or at least decrease our risk — of falls and associated fractures?

Absolutely…

Steps to Healing: Mindful Walking after a Cancer Diagnosis with Sandy Spiegel, LCSW

Part 1 of 2 Part Article on The Benefits of Mindful Walking after a Cancer Diagnosis…

Steps to Healing: Starting a Mindful Walking Group for Cancer Survivors with Sandy Spiegel, LCSW

Continued from Part 1 –The Benefits of Mindful Walking after a Cancer Diagnosis with Sandy Spiegel, LCSW…

Stress and Cancer: What is the Connection?

Frequent activation of the body’s stress response, essential for managing acute threats, can damage the body in the long run…

The Cancer Recovery Plan: Maximize Your Cancer Treatment with this Proven Nutrition, Exercise and Stress Reduction Program

In their book, The Cancer Recovery Plan: Maximize Your Cancer Treatment with this Proven Nutrition, Exercise and Stress Reduction Program, D. Barry Boyd, M.D and Marian Betancourt recommend Breathwalk® for people going through cancer treatment and beyond…

The Elements of Yoga Nidra

Yoga nidra is a meditative practice that has been shown through research to provide relief from stress, depression, worry, pain and at the same time improving mindfulness….

The Hero’s Journey

Embarking on The Hero’s Journey with Cancer…

The Impact of Cancer: Seven Important Trends to Consider

The impact of cancer is massive, both on individuals and on our society as a whole.

In order to understand the current and future impact, it’s important to be aware of seven important facts or trends…

The Importance of the Breath in Healing & Cancer

Breath work, or pranayama, is an important part of yoga and an essential practice for calming the mind and body, especially as a part of integrative cancer care…

The Power of Mindfulness after a Cancer Diagnosis with Dr. Kristen Brendel

When I began my career in social work nearly twenty years ago, I never thought I’d be teaching mindfulness and yoga to people with cancer. Today, in addition to my career in academia, I volunteer to teach mindfulness workshops, meditation, and yoga to participants at Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center…