How Yoga Can Help Ground You During Divorce

Key Points, Top Takeaways and Memorable Quotes 

“The goal of yoga, the word itself means to connect or to join together.” 4:30

“There’s nothing like the yoga practice, in my personal experience, to really help ground us.” - Ann @ 7:27

“I wrote my book specifically with the goal of trying to break things down so it wouldn’t be so overwhelming.” - Ann @ 8:31

“A divorce is a loss that is like the grieving process.” - Ann @ 9:12

“Commit to some sort of daily practice.” 12:40

“One of my key learning points from going through divorce is remove distraction.” 14:19

“The body doesn’t lie.” 14:55 

“We can all agree that there’s a greater power out there.” 19:17

“We can’t control anybody but ourselves.” - Ann @ 20:15

“I can make a choice to engage in it in a way that either entangles me or liberates me.” 21:41

“Children learn about relationships from what they see.” 43:07 

“Take that time to fill your cup every day with your movement practice, with something that brings you joy, even if it’s four or five minutes.” 44:46

“The power of three.” 45:20 

Guest Bio

Shelley Williams is a health & wellness expert specializing in yoga, pilates, breathwork, meditation, and nutrition. Shelley is the creator of Yoga Mittra, which offers annual mentorship and certification in Yoga & Pilates.  Shelley curates and guides international retreats, offering unique cultural and nature-filled experiences for personal growth and wellness.  Shelley is the founder of Freedom Tribe, a support program for women contemplating and going through divorce--to reclaim their health and balance from the inside out.

Show Notes

0:00 - Divorce Hacker Intro

0:50 - Introducing Shelley Williams

3:24 - What is Yoga?

7:40 - How to Use Yoga to Combat the Overwhelm of Divorce

13:58 - The Four Stages of Grief 

20:00 - Letting Go of Control to Embrace Acceptance & Freedom

25:18 - How Does the Freedom Tribe Help Women?

36:34 - What Would You Do Differently in Your Divorce?

39:55 - Would You Do Anything Different with Your Kids and Co-Parenting?

43:55 - What Advice Would You Give to Women Contemplating or Going Through A Divorce?

46:26 - Thank You & Divorce Hacker Closing

For more about Ann Grant and MB Family Law, please visit: https://www.mbfamilylawyers.com/

Links & Where to Find Shelley

IG - @yogamittra