What happens when a legacy of "radical rest" meets the modern era of constant noise? In this episode of This is Yoga Therapy, Michele Lawrence sits down with Lizzie Lasater—Restorative Yoga teacher, architect by training, and a vital voice in the evolution of modern yoga.

As her mother, yoga pioneer Judith Hanson Lasater, prepares to retire at age 80, Lizzie reflects on the longevity of a teacher, the structural integrity of a healing practice, and why slowing down is actually an act of civil disobedience. We explore how restorative yoga serves as the "urgent medicine" our over-stimulated nervous systems need right now, and how the practice evolves to meet us across every season of life.

Whether you are a long-time student of the Lasater lineage or a yoga therapist looking for deeper insights into the "architecture of rest," this conversation offers a profound look at staying present in the silence.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

• The Longevity of a Teacher: Lessons learned as Judith Hanson Lasater steps into a new season of life at age 80.
• The Architecture of Rest: How a background in design influences the "structural integrity" and building of a restorative practice.
• Rest as Civil Disobedience: Why being still is a radical, necessary act in an era of over-stimulation.
• Yoga Through the Ages: Trusting the practice to meet us even when our physical capacity shifts.
• The Silent Wisdom Body: How to teach students to listen to their inner guide when there is no movement to distract them.
• Holding Steady: The vital importance of a personal practice for yoga teachers and therapists.

Featured Guest: Lizzie Lasater

Lizzie Lasater is a Restorative Yoga teacher and architect who focuses on the intersection of design, stillness, and somatic healing. She produces digital courses, hosts international retreats, and writes a popular weekly newsletter exploring the deeper dimensions of yoga.

Resources & Links:

• Lizzie Lasater’s Website: lizzielasater.com
• Subscribe to 'Dispatches': Lizzie’s Weekly Newsletter

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