Yoga for Grief Relief

If you’ve experienced profound loss—be it the death of a loved one or the end of an important relationship—you may feel intense emotional or physical pain. In fact, it’s not uncommon for grieving people to experience depression, anxiety, fatigue, and a variety of chronic ailments. If you’ve tried medication or therapy but have yet to find relief, you may be surprised to discover the healing effects of yoga.

Grief affects both the mind and the body. Using the examples and illustrations in this book, you’ll discover how the ancient practice of yoga can provide relief for both your emotional and physical symptoms. The book also explains the psychophysiological correlation between emotional grief and bodily pain that may also arise. The gentle yoga practices within include postures, breathing exercises, body movements, cleansing techniques, self-relaxation techniques, and mind reprogramming exercises.