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Centering Mental Health | Supporting Young People Through Today’s Mental Health Crisis

There is a mental health crisis among young people. Unparalleled levels of depression and anxiety are plaguing today’s youth. For supporting adults, guardians, or youth organizations, it can be difficult to find the tools, resources, and social skills to address these issues in a way that resonates for the younger generation.

In this event, Centering Mental Health series host Richard Lui is joined by Alyssa Garza, scholarship winner with Active Minds—a premier organization impacting young adults and mental health—for an honest dialogue about what's going on with young people today. Hear more about what is needed to support kids and teens in their mental health struggles and where yoga can help.

Walk away with a greater understanding of how you can support the young people in your life and the confidence that we can make a difference in the wellness, happiness, and health for the next generation.

CE Workshop | Self-Regulation, Part 3: Power of Surrender

Lean into the wisdom from The Bhagavad Gita to implement emotional, physical and cognitive self-regulation tools to improve your daily life, both as a teacher and student. Part 1 explored creating a healthy foundation of non-attachment; in Part 2, we had an engaging conversation about the Law of Action.

During the final session of this series, we tie together those lessons with the Power of Surrender. What does it mean to surrender, and how can it benefit you? We will explore how you can successfully apply these life skills in your daily life, during your yoga practice, and as a teacher.

In this workshop, you'll learn:

· The meaning of surrender and how to embrace the power in it
· How to introduce surrender successfully as a yoga teacher plus how to connect it with poses and meditation
· Why you don't need to be a scholar to teach yoga philosophy

Recommended Reading for Workshop: Bhagavad Gita by Stephen Mitchell*
It is not necessary to watch Part 1 or Part 2 of this series prior to attending.

*This is the translation that will be used to lead discussion

Making the Most of Your Membership | YA Orientation

Tianyu Qiao & Iko Terrill

Yoga Alliance Office Hours are designed to help you get the most out of your membership. Join the Community Engagement team live* to learn more about the benefits and resources available to you as a member, including the Member Assistance Program and YA CommUnity, setting up your professional profile, accessing benefits, and more. Bring any and all questions—we're here to help!

*This event will not be recorded.

CE Workshop | A Journey in Sanskrit, Part 3: Conjunct Consonants

Deepen your understanding of the language of yoga—Samskrutam, or Sanskrit. Whether you are new to yoga or an experienced teacher, this workshop series is for you. We will discuss the relevance of Samskrutam for both yoga teachers and practitioners, as well as how to grow in your own practice and teaching. In the final part of this series, presenters Prashant and Manju Joshi expand on our previous discussion and knowledge of consonants. You'll have an opportunity to see, hear, and practice the conjuct consonants, recitations, and related yogic vocabulary.
 
In this workshop, you will learn:
 
· The historic evolution of Samskrutam and why it is an integral part of yogic learning · The rich vowels and consonants of Samskrutam · Structure and correct pronunciation
 
Viewing the first two parts of the series is not necessary for attendance, but helpful. This workshop builds on materials covered in Part 2 of this series, and we encourage you to view that recording prior to joining this event. YA Members can find those recordings in the Event Archive.

CE Workshop | Integrating Yoga for Modern Wellbeing, Part 1

Across the world, communities and individuals are struggling with health on every level—biological, emotional, social, and physical— and research shows yoga can, and should, be used as part of the solution.
 
During this 4-part series, we’ll explore different ways of integrating yoga in healthcare systems and hear success stories from around the world. Part 1 features the Yoga in Healthcare Alliance (YIHA) and their social prescribing yoga program, Yoga4health. Commissioned by the health services in West London in 2018, this program is now used throughout the UK in early intervention of some of the most widespread health conditions to improve patient outcomes and decrease demand on healthcare services.
 
Join the Yoga Alliance Scientific Research team for this workshop as we discuss how lessons learned from the Yoga4health program can be applied in other settings. You will learn:
 
· What "social prescribing" means, and how it can support the inclusion of yoga in healthcare in the UK and beyond · The important research findings that have helped Yoga4health to spread, and what they mean by "patient empowerment" · Strategies for integrating yoga into public health care, no matter the country you reside in

CE Workshop | Introduction to YogaX: Stanford University’s Integrated Holistic Yoga Program

For the last ten years, a team of yoga-practicing psychologists from Stanford University’s Psychiatry Department has offered specialized yoga teacher trainings, as well as research and yoga classes, through the YogaX Integrated Holistic Yoga Program.

What is integrated holistic yoga? This model offers a mindfully embodied, comprehensive set of practices, dedicated to enhancing wellbeing for all, and works to promote the science and application of yoga in the medical community and beyond.

Join us and Dr. Christiane Brems to learn how YogaX is removing barriers to accessing yoga in an innovative, cross-sector approach that integrates the traditions of yoga with modern neuroscience.

In this workshop, you will:

· Be introduced to the integrated holistic yoga program at Stanford University
· Learn how the YogaX team approaches yoga teacher training
· Explore how a yoga teacher training program is integrating yogic traditions and practices into modern medical applications

CE Workshop | Building a Sustainable Yoga Career, Part 1

Join us for this three-part series to learn practical tips to sustain and grow your yoga career at any experience level. Justin Ifill discusses strategies for navigating the job market, important education to ensure you’re fairly compensated, and how to prevent burnout.

Whether you're a new RYT looking for a teaching opportunity for the first time, or a seasoned professional looking for something new— there are many considerations when searching for a job teaching yoga. Where do you want to teach, and how often? What steps do you need to take in order to apply for an open position? In part one of this three-part series, Justin Ifill discusses finding teaching opportunities as an RYT. In this webinar, you will learn:

· The different venues for yoga teaching (studio, gym, private instruction, etc.)
· What to consider when searching for teaching opportunities
· Steps you will need to take in order to apply for jobs

Register now for part two and part three of this series.

CE Workshop | Scientific Research: Learnings from the 2022 Yoga and Neuroscience Conference

You know that yoga is a practice that improves how we feel, perform, and think, but have you ever been curious how yoga does this?

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Jonathan Rosenthal, chief resident physician in Neurology at NYU and dedicated yoga practitioner, on the scientific research findings on yoga and executive function, stress, mood, and risk tolerance. Dr. Rosenthal will also share insights from experiments hosted during the 2022 Neuroscience and Yoga Online Conference.

In this webinar, you will learn about:

· The theoretical background and practical implications of these yoga and neuroscience studies
· The science of how yoga affects the brain, and how to harness these benefits for yourself
· How to get involved in research at the upcoming 2023 Yoga and Neuroscience Conference

CE Workshop | How Yoga and Mindfulness Can Help Children Lower Anxiety and Boost Mood

Worldwide, 20.5% of youths are struggling with anxiety symptoms,* and yoga has the potential to help. Join us to learn how many of the skills we teach can help kids navigate the mind and body's response to stress. In this workshop, we explore ways kids can better understand their response to challenges, increase their ability to regulate emotions, and lower their anxiety while boosting their mood.

You will learn:

· How to shift thinking about anxiety as a group of symptoms to how we survive a challenge
· How to use Mindful MEDS (Movement, Exhale, Drink Water and Squat Spot) to lower stress and anxiety in children (these are skills that can help adults, too)
· An accessible definition of mindfulness known as The Three C’s: Curious, Calm, and Connected To The Moment

*“About 11.6% of kids had anxiety in 2012, up 20% from 2007. But during the pandemic, those numbers nearly doubled, such that 20.5% of youth worldwide now struggle with anxiety symptoms'' (American Psychological Association, Oct 2022).

CE Workshop | How To Create Dynamic Digital Yoga Content

Discover the art and science of creating successful online wellness offerings in this workshop with digital entrepreneur Sadie Nardini. Learn new and improved tools with a step-by-step tutorial to help you create content that is fun, creative, and attracts your best audience. In this workshop you will learn:

· How to make content creation fun and creative
· What is involved in moving from concept to marketing
· Tips for attracting your best audience

How the FTC’s Proposed Ban on Non-Compete Agreements May Affect You and Your Yoga Business

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is currently considering a rule that would impose a nationwide ban on almost all past and future non-compete agreements between employers and workers in the US. Join our legislative and regulatory counselors Aimee Ghosh and Julia Judish from Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, LLP, who will explain how this proposed rule, if passed, would affect yoga professionals and businesses.

The Uncommon Yogi: A History of Blacks and Yoga in the U.S.

Join us for a live watch part of the groundbreaking documentary The Uncommon Yogi: A History of Blacks and Yoga in the U.S. We will be joined by documentary creator and the Executive Director and co-founder of the Black Yoga Teachers Alliance, Jana Long.

Her film traces the historical roots of yoga practice in black communities in the U.S. and highlights some of the yoga teachers who have emerged from the early 1920s into the 21st century. It also dives deep into the influence Black individuals and communities have on the practice, and stories that are far too often left out of yoga education and conversation.

After the screening, Jana will host a live Q+A, and attendees will receive helpful resources and guidance on how to integrate this important information into their yoga teachings.

**Content Warning: This film explores topics like slavery and suicide and depicts images of racial violence that may be triggering for some individuals.