How to Connect with the Mirrors that Expand Us (Yoga, Somatics, and Everyday Reflection) — Veronique Ory

On this episode of The Soul Mirror with host Shreya, intuitive movement and mindful awareness guide Veronique Orybreaks down how people and practices act as “mirrors” that shape our growth. We talk about choosing expansive circles, using friction as a growth signal, and why embodiment work helps us metabolize emotions instead of looping the story. Veronique shares practical somatic tools (like quick shake-outs and yin resets), how to blend movement with meaning, and the thinking behind her interactive book Shine On & Off the Mat. If you’re building a life of conscious relationships, creativity, and grounded self-trust, this conversation gives you clear steps you can use today.

About the guest:

Veronique Ory is an Intuitive Movement & Mindful Awareness Guide and author of Shine On & Off the Mat, which integrates storytelling, playlists, on-demand classes, and journal prompts. She teaches accessible practices that help you carry yoga—and your self-reflection—into everyday life. 

Key takeaways :

• Choose expansive mirrors. Your friend, family, and mentor circles imprint your nervous system; align with people who model curiosity, creativity, and responsibility.

• Friction is data, not danger. Triggers can signal a growth edge. The goal isn’t comfort—it’s conscious response.

• Defense = misalignment. We go on defense when we doubt our stance; clarity reduces the urge to fight and improves dialogue.

• Emotions must move to resolve. Somatic practices (e.g., vigorous limb shaking followed by stillness) help metabolize charge and release the story.

• Movement reveals what words hide. Breath, rhythm, and music bypass mental filters and reconnect us to belonging and safety.

• Make practice portable. Short meditations, vinyasa flows, and yin stretches (≈20 minutes) can be layered to fit real life and seasons. yogawithveronique.com+1

How to connect with the guest

• Website: https://yogawithveronique.com/

• Explore her membership - https://yogawithveronique.com/register/illuminate-membership-yearly/

• Book: Shine On & Off the Mat (BookBaby / Amazon)

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