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What happens when you grow up in a place where emotions are kept quiet and fitting in feels essential for belonging?

In this trailer episode of The Inner Practice, Cassie Doucette shares how yoga became a turning point in her life. From walking into a class where everything felt intimidating and “perfect,” to discovering a deep sense of stillness and inner peace, her journey reveals the quiet power of stepping onto the mat.

Cassie reflects on the unspoken culture of small-town life—the pressure to conform, the “stiff upper lip” mentality, and how generations of patterns can shape how we relate to ourselves and others. Beneath that surface, many are left feeling unseen, disconnected, or alone.

Through yoga, Cassie began to reconnect with her body, her emotions, and her voice. What started as a personal shift has grown into something larger: creating spaces where others feel safe to be themselves, to feel deeply, and to be held in community.

The full episode is an invitation to explore:

•  The hidden emotional landscape of small-town living 
•  How yoga can create space for stillness and self-awareness 
•  Breaking generational patterns and finding your authentic voice 
•  The importance of safe, inclusive spaces for healing and connection 

Tune in to hear how one practice can open the door to presence, belonging, and inner transformation.

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This episode is sponsored by Jackie Vandertuin Therapy.  With over 30 years of practice as a Certified Athletic Therapist and professor of Athletic Therapy, coupled with her experience as a yoga therapist, Jackie Vandertuin MSc, CAT(C), will help guide you in the management and treatment of various disorders including:  low back pain, sprains, strains, anxiety and depression.  Reach out www.jackievandertuintherapy.com  for a free discovery call.

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