Quiet Healing: Restorative Yoga for Ethnic and Race-Based Trauma with Dr. Gail Parker

This interview podcast features Andrea Ferretti interviewing Dr. Gail Parker, author of "Restorative Yoga for Ethnic and Race-Based Stress and Trauma," about the impact of race-based trauma on the nervous system and how restorative yoga can help. The conversation begins with a personal anecdote about a past encounter and then delves into Dr. Parker's expertise, defining race-based trauma and stress, and explaining how yoga practices, particularly restorative yoga, can foster self-awareness and emotional regulation. Specific examples of microaggressions in yoga studios are discussed, highlighting the unpredictable nature of race-based stress. The interview concludes with practical advice for yoga teachers on creating inclusive and safe spaces for all students, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection and mindful breathing techniques. Listeners gain a deeper understanding of race-based trauma and learn practical tools for cultivating emotional well-being through yoga.