Yoga as Resistance Equity and Inclusion On and Off the Mat

A powerful manifesto outlining the personal inner work and practical steps that yoga practitioners and studios need to take to move to true equity and inclusion – on the mat, and off.

The book is structured around the Sanskrit roots of yoga: TAPAS, AHIMSA, ASTEYA, SATYA. The meanings are explored in alignment with the social justice work presented.

Each chapter closes with a yoga or meditation practice or journaling activity, to embody deeper understanding and work through any discomfort and issues that may arise. Diversity and inclusion within the wellness industry has been increasingly under the spotlight. This book responds to the appetite for guidance on how we actively create change. The mission of Yoga as Resistance is to educate and empower yoga practitioners and professionals to take action in aligning their practice on the mat with their lives off the mat.

Dr Stacie CC Graham is a management consultant specialising in diversity and inclusion, executive coach and yoga teacher. Her wellness brand OYA: Body-Mind-Spirit Retreats is dedicated to representing communities who may be overlooked by mainstream wellness. @oyaretreats.