You’re invited! Join Becky for monthly community Zoom gatherings to discuss all things yoga and neurodiversity. There will be space and time to get nerdy, listen, ask questions, think out loud, make new connections, and share what we’re learning with one another. All brains and bodies are welcome!
Who this is for:
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Neurodivergent yoga teachers and students,
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Yoga and mindfulness professionals who desire to understand and affirm neurodivergent experiences, and
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Anyone else seeking to learn more about neurodiversity-affirming yoga.
Meetings are held via Zoom on the 4th Thursday of each month from 12-1 pm Central Time (Chicago time). There is no cost to participate, but you need to register if you wish to join so that you can receive the Zoom link and access the recording afterward.
More info below...
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What to expect
2024 dates and themes (all meetings @ 12 pm Central Time):
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January 25: What is neurodiversity-affirming yoga?
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February 22: How neurodivergent folks experience yoga differently
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March 28: What is a neurodivergent-friendly yoga space?
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April 25: The benefits of yoga for neurodivergent folks
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May 23: Why more neurodivergent yoga teachers are needed
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June 27: Advocating for neurodivergent inclusion in yoga spaces
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July: no meeting - join me instead for Embracing Neurodivergent Joy w/ Accessible Yoga!
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August 22: Confronting ableism and sanism in yoga spaces
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September 26: Paths for neurodivergent practitioners & teachers
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October 24: Favorite practices for nervous system regulation (group show & tell)
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November: no meeting
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December 26: Cultivating an at-home yoga practice for your neurotype
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2025 themes and dates TBA
Missed a meeting? Click here to access the recordings.
During each 60-minute meeting, you can expect:
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Space to introduce yourself & share contact info/network. (5 min)
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Introduction to the ideas, terms, and questions being discussed. (10 min)
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Time for reflection and journaling. (5 min)
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Open sharing and discussion related to the topic. (35 min)
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Time to ask questions and suggest topics for future meetings. (5 min)
How this works:
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Participate however you choose; observing is learning, too.
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Communicate via your microphone or the chat function.
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Meetings will be recorded for registered participants to view afterward.
If you'd like to share your input or volunteer to lead a topic discussion or practice at a future session, please take a moment to fill out this survey.