by Danielle Rousseau | Nov 25, 2020 | Uncategorized
As we enter the holiday season, one thing is clear, things will be different. While it may be possible to seek gratitude in aspects of pandemic impacts (simplification, more time with immediate family), there are SO MANY challenges and things that are hard. Families...
by Danielle Rousseau | Jun 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
“Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” —Maya Angelou Anyone who has been a student in class with me will acknowledge that I invite students to bring an intentional and critical lens to the language that we use. Now, more...
by Danielle Rousseau | Jun 4, 2020 | Uncategorized
Dear Students, Many have asked what you can do to support social and racial justice. I will lead by saying that I do not have the all the answers and have been learning from my BIPOC friends and leaders. I also want to acknowledge that mine isn’t even the best voice...
by Danielle Rousseau | Apr 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
What is Trauma-informed Yoga? You may have heard the term “trauma-informed yoga” used to describe a specific yoga practice or offering. While awareness of the importance of trauma-informed practices continues to grow, there remains a lot of confusion as to precisely...
by Danielle Rousseau | Mar 22, 2020 | Uncategorized
Uncertainty, lack of control and lack of information – according to Gabor Mate, these are primary triggers of stress. We currently find ourselves in a time of tremendous uncertainty, with little information (or too much information with no real way to discern...
by Danielle Rousseau | Mar 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
We currently find ourselves in the midst of challenging and ever changing times. Uncertainty is pervasive. Calls for social distancing and self-quarantine are an adjustment for all and can lead to an increased experience of anxiety, depression and of course,...
