In this deeply moving and enlightening episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour, host Amy Wheeler welcomes Bobbi Lalach, a kinesiologist and yoga therapist from Cranbrook, British Columbia. Bobbi shares her powerful story of recovery after a traumatic car accident left her with a concussion—and a life turned upside down.

At first, Bobbi didn’t realize she was injured. As a mother of five and a healthcare provider, she brushed off her persistent headache and fatigue as stress or a sinus infection. It wasn’t until she couldn’t comprehend a simple work email six weeks later that she realized something was seriously wrong. Her journey through denial, misdiagnosis, and eventually, healing offers insight into how we often ignore our own suffering—especially when we're used to caring for others.

Topics Discussed:

Signs of concussion you may miss
Why healthcare providers often ignore their own symptoms
Co-regulation and healing within the family system
The role of empathy, self-awareness, and grief in recovery
Yoga therapy’s unique value in cases that fall through the cracks
The power of simplicity: legs up the wall, breath, and presence

Bobbi and Amy dive into a conversation around the power of rest, nervous system regulation, and why slowing down is often the most advanced form of care. Bobbi’s honest reflections on grief, acceptance, and growth—alongside her scientific background—make this a must-listen for anyone navigating recovery, caregiving, or the complex intersection of mind and body.

Bobbi’s Words of Wisdom:

"You might miss the signs. You might even need the 2x4 moment to make you stop. But don’t give up. There is a way to heal—even if it’s not the way you imagined."

Whether you’re a caregiver, clinician, or someone in recovery yourself, this episode will leave you feeling seen, inspired, and more in touch with the quiet, powerful wisdom of your own body.

Connect with Bobbi Lalach

Website: https://www.kinnectionyogatherapy.com/

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