From Dance to Yoga: Breathwork and Embodiment with Ashley Allard

There is so much to be said for having a solid mind-body connection and a regulated nervous system. Today, my guest is Ashley Allard, a yoga teacher and somatic coach who shares her journey into the healing and self-development space. Ashley discusses her transition from dance to yoga, the importance of breathwork, and some steps to begin regulate our nervous systems. Ashley also shares her experiences with perfectionism, the significance of collective healing in retreats, and the empowering nature of boudoir photo shoots. Ashley shares practical tools to use in your own daily life and provides insight into her 1:1 somatic coaching work and signature retreats. You don't want to miss this one!

Takeaways:

• Yoga provides a connection to the body and a way to self express, similar to dance.
• Perfectionism can hinder the yoga practice.
• Breath work is essential for self-connection and regulation.
• Box breathing is a great starting technique for beginners.
• A regulated nervous system allows for emotional processing.
• Trust is crucial in the coaching relationship.
• Collective healing can be transformative in retreats.
• Photography can empower individuals and build confidence.
• Writing can facilitate healing and self-expression.

Connect with Ashley:

• Connect with Ashley on IG: @ashleyallard
• Ashley's website: https://ashleyallardyoga.com/
• FREE Community Class with L{IF}TED: https://ashleyallardyoga.myflodesk.com/lifted
• Soul Stripped Retreat 2025: https://courses.ashleyallardyoga.com/soul-stripped-maui/

Resources:

• Feelings Wheel: https://www.calm.com/blog/the-feelings-wheel
• Body Sensations Wheel: https://forcoolkids.substack.com/p/body-sensations-wheel