Ruby Ahn
Since overcoming personal struggles with Chronic Pain, Anxiety, and Depression, a passion has been ignited in me to study the bodymind connection and it’s ability to re-organise and heal. I have always sought help for my musculoskeletal pains sustained from multiple different injuries from my teenage years to young adult life. I have always had social anxiety and depressive tendencies, but the physical pain was so dominant and so I rejected the idea of anti-depressants or anti-anxiety medication, being aware of their undesired long-term effects. I went on to receive many kinds of alternative therapies and treatments over the years when eventually I gave in to anti-depressants, overwhelmed with pain and hopelessness.
After a 3 month discipline of regular Yin Yoga practice, I stopped taking them. Yin Yoga not only relieved my pain substantially, but also calmed my nervous system and my mind. This change was not only in the structure of my body but also resulted in more mental clarity and emotional stability. That is when I learned of the Fascia and Connective Tissue. I realized that this highly underrated, amazing system is what was making this transformation possible as I experienced, studied and researched it. There is a surge recently in the research and validity of this vital component of our overall health. The Fascia Research Society is a great resource for anyone interested in learning more.
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I started my studies in Anatomy and Physiology at Langara in 2012 and in March 2013 completed a 200 hr. Hatha/Yin Yoga teacher training in Bali. Studying Bodymind Acupressure also that year, I have since completed 2 modules and facial Acupressure. In late 2014, my work experience began as a Practitioner for Chair Massage out of Greater Vancouver area casinos. I started a private practice in 2016, with Table Massage, Traditional Mat work and Chair Massage. I am Certified in Shiatsu from the former School of Bodywork and Massage in 2016 and now hold an International Certificate for Traditional Thai Massage Professional level from The School of Watpo Chetawan in Thailand since 2018.
I am humbled and honored to have trained with native experts and witnessed firsthand the true power of this ancient form of massage. Gratitude to all the amazingly talented Yin Yoga teachers in Vancouver that helped facilitate me on my personal healing journey.
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Yin Body Therapy would love to help facilitate and support you on your healing journey of transforming pain body to freedom within. I invite you to join me!
Gratitude to my teachers in Salaya. My teacher Kitipat and I.
Sawatdee ka