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Teaching People, not Poses: Unlocking Emotional Resilience | Jay Moon Fields, Somatic Coach and Author, 'Teaching People Not Poses'

Oct 26, 2024
Jay Moon Fields is a somatic coach and author of 'Teaching People, Not Poses,' with a focus on emotional resilience. She discusses how our bodies and emotions interact, emphasizing the importance of body awareness in leadership. Jay highlights the significance of emotional intelligence for authentic connections and conflict resolution in organizations. She inspires listeners to cultivate self-awareness and navigate emotions to enhance personal and professional excellence. The conversation also explores her journey from gymnastics to yoga and its profound effects on well-being.
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  • Understanding the connection between emotions and bodily sensations enhances leaders' emotional resilience and authentic communication skills.
  • Jay Fields advocates for 'teaching people, not poses' to foster personal growth through body awareness and emotional integrity in leadership.

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Journey into Yoga and Wellness

Jay Moon Fields shares her transformative journey into yoga and wellness, beginning with her background as a competitive gymnast. Although she excelled physically, it was her first yoga class in college that introduced her to a deeper sense of awareness and presence, particularly during the Shavasana pose, which helped her connect with her body in a new way. As she explored activities like rock climbing alongside yoga and meditation, she noticed significant improvements in her emotional health and social connections. This fascination with the mind-body connection led her to create her major in psychosocial health and human movement, focusing on how physical presence enhances psychological well-being and can act as a preventative measure for mental health issues.

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