Civil Wrongs

S5E3: Healing from racial trauma through breathing


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In 1961, Dwania Kyles was among the first group of 13 Black children to integrate Memphis’ public school system. To aid in her own healing from that traumatic experience, she became a certified wellness coach. Now, she helps others find healing through deep abdominal breathing, which is known to help reduce stress, anxiety, blood pressure, and heart rate.

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

  • Dwania Kyles: Speaker, Civil Rights Advocate, Wellness Consultant, Breath Coach
  • Memphis 13 Foundation
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