Ep 241 Adam Keen – Healing Through Touch in Yoga

Ep 241 Adam Keen – Healing Through Touch in Yoga

Ep 241 Adam Keen Healing Through Touch in Yoga Adam explores the complex and evolving role of touch in yoga practice. He discusses the historical context of touch in yoga, the healing potential of positive touch, and the challenges of safeguarding both students and teachers in a modern environment where boundaries have shifted. Keen emphasizes the importance of understanding good touch versus bad touch, advocating for a respectful and sensitive approach to physical interaction in yoga classes. He concludes with a call for thoughtful engagement with touch, recognizing its significance while also acknowledging the risks involved.

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Key Points

· Touch in yoga has evolved significantly over the decades.

· Modern boundaries around touch have made it a contentious issue.

· Positive touch can aid in healing from past negative experiences.

· Consent cards and verbal agreements have limitations.

· Good touch should feel affirming and supportive, not corrective.

· Teachers must navigate touch with sensitivity and respect.

· Physical adjustments can sometimes lead to injury or discomfort.

· Building a relationship with students is essential before using touch.

· Feedback mechanisms are crucial for ensuring safe touch practices.

· Touch should enhance the yoga experience, not detract from it.

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