Delve into the powerful influence of mindfulness, yoga, and outdoor adventures on today's youth. Discover how Preston Slaughter empowers youth with essential self-care, mindfulness, and compassion skills through her organization, LOCAL RVA. Explore the authentic connections forged among youth, centered on critical themes such as stress management, trust building, and self-acceptance.
Preston's journey began when she returned to the United States after two years of teaching English in Thailand and traveling across Asia. Struggling with mental health challenges, she found solace in yoga, meditation, and nature, ultimately restoring balance to her nervous system and rediscovering her joy. Today, she has transformed her passion into a career, educating young minds about the same practices that have consistently brought her healing and happiness.
In this podcast, Preston reveals how she integrates yogic philosophy into outreach programs and offers valuable insights on tapping into the koshas – the layers of the physical, mental, emotional, energetic, and joy bodies-- and cultivating inner toolkits.
Explore the pivotal role of nature in this transformative process and uncover hobbies and self-care practices that promote mindfulness and alignment. Tune in to learn how to work with nature-based methodologies that enhance connections and holistic well-being and discover the profound impact of mindfulness, yoga, and outdoor experiences on today's youth with Preston Slaughter.
Connect with Preston:
@prestonslaughter_
www.prestonslaughter.com
@localadventures_rva
www.localadventuresrva.org
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Episode sponsored by Connect Wellness. Connect Wellness empowers people with tools to connect with themselves, others, and the present moment.
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