This was a pleasant collection of personal anecdotes featuring yoga. The collection tackles major social issues like body issues, feminism, equality and ableism. Really interesting to read so many different perspectives and gain insight into how other teachers choose to teach and what they wish to share about yoga as a practice.

A really intriguing read with a number of beautiful stories. This is definitely not a "one night" read, simply due to the amount of content and the intensity of some of the stories. Be forewarned that there are a lot of sensitive topics discussed in these stories, but it's still very much a worthwhile read.

Like her previous edited collection, Klein's Yoga Rising underscores yoga's value for every body. Covers a wide range of issues and reminds us of yoga's multiplicity.

I ADORED this book! Its collection of essays were both moving and inspiring. Each contributor opening up and putting their story out into the world. A brave and beautiful collection!

I enjoyed Yoga Rising 30 essays from different yoga instructors that are explaining to readers what is so important about the practice of yoga. This shows and tells reader the power in which yoga can help heal and help one find focus in their every day.
Thank you to Netgalley

What a great book. Not what I expected, it was even better! A book that really taps into the way people are feeling at the moment. The need for self love in society and the antidote to body perfection, this book is a breath of fresh air. Real people discussing their yoga and self acceptance journey. Loved the lessons to be learnt and the personal stories, ones that are incredibly relatable.

I want to thank the publisher, Llewellyn Publications and Netgalley. for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
This book is an collection of essays written by individuals who have each gone through their unique yoga journey and have achieved self -acceptance and self- love and self -compassion, while overcoming personal problems such as perfectionism, self- loathing, negative body image and eating disorders, and. The common thread through these essays is the promotion of inclusiveness of all people in the practice of yoga, achieving a body positive image, and the rejection of the so called “yoga body type”.

The authors selfishly shared their private and most difficult experiences with the reader. The collection of the experiences shared, are so varied which helps the reader find a common connection with at least one of the authors. It helps us not only relate the experience, but also provides a ray of hope, that we too can overcome. The authors clearly demonstrate the power of yoga practice, of how it can help us overcome such a variety of issues.
This book is a great read for those thinking of starting a yoga practice or yoga enthusiasts. However, I think this is a great read for all, whether you are into yoga or not as the stories are so raw and honest and it can educate us about not only ourselves but also about others and see how our actions or lack of compassion can hurt others. We can use the inspiration provided in these stories to help make this world a better place.

So many honest, raw, and empowering stories woven together with familiar threads of body image issues, disordered eating and addiction. Really inspiring to read.

The essays in this book are not just about yoga, but how yoga helps improve other parts of life like body image, while reducing depression and anxiety. It's a great read for someone who is thinking about starting yoga, because it shows that no one is perfect at yoga the first time they step on the mat.