In this week’s episode, I sit down with Yoga Teacher and mentor Nat Commons as she shares her own personal story of recovery. From an early age, Nat experienced trauma that resulted in the development of a range of harmful coping mechanisms.

After years of self-afflicted punishment, Nat came to a life changing decision that led her down a path of self-compassion and healing. The moment she stopped running and made the decision to face her fears was the moment she became free.

Nat’s story is a demonstration of the powerful message that your trauma does not define you.

This episode contains topics that could be triggering. If your mental health is triggered and you are based in Australia, please reach out to a support group such as Lifeline 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue 1300 224 636.

For other countries, you can visit CheckPoint for your specific country details.

For additional support relating to eating disorders and body image issues, you can visit Butterfly Foundation

You can find Nat here: @natcommons

You can follow Ash here: @ashbutterss