“God has used my experience to help others.”

Tamara is a Yahweh Yoga graduate.

Surviving Guillain-Barré syndrome taught Tamara the importance of trusting in God and strengthening her body. She chose the Yahweh Yoga program to deepen her understanding of yoga and God. Tamara shares her Christian Yoga experience:

What benefits do you receive by practicing Christian Yoga?

“I am more balanced not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually.”
What has practicing Christian Yoga meant to your relationship with God?
“God has taught me so much. I have a new way to praise him by being able to use my body. I am so appreciative each day that I am able to move my body.”

How has Christian Yoga helped your health?

“I love everyday that I am able to wake up and get out of bed. In 2007, I was diagnosed with a neurological disorder called Guillain-Barré syndrome. This syndrome is an inflammatory disorder that attacks the myelin, the protective covering around the nerves, which leads to progressive weakness and in some cases paralysis. The recovery process has included physical therapy, infusion treatments, and lots of patience. I am doing better each day and God has blessed me more than I could have ever imagined by this experience. Yoga is continuing to help me regain my balance, coordination, and strength.”

How has Christian Yoga helped your personality “off the mat?”

“Before I became sick I had been practicing yoga for four years.  I walked into my first Christian yoga class having been off my mat for two years due to my health. Since that time my energy has increased along with my strength.”

How has Christian Yoga helped you help others?

“It is exciting being able to see how God has used my experience to help others. I have such a deeper appreciation of the body and knowledge that whatever struggles or health issues people have, going through movement can help.

I have learned that trying to push yourself will only lead to more discouragement, take it slow and be patient with yourself. Listen to your body and most importantly listen to God. Trust in God because nothing is impossible with Him.”

“Our body is such a gift from God and everyday I am intentional in the ways I take care of this gift..”
~Tamara, online program student and Yahweh Yoga event coordinator

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