Join documentary filmmaker, yoga educator and studio owner Saraswati Clere on a journey of awakening the deepest parts of ourselves through enlightening conversations with experts in fields of Yoga and Ancient Wisdom teachings.
What does it mean to be alive during these precarious times ? In this episode of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Lydia Violet Harutoonian + Barrie Risman. Lydia + Barrie share with us: - The inspiring work and vision of Joanna Macy and the Work that Reconnects. - The ways in which yogic practices align with Work That Reconnects vision. - How practices of yoga can replenish our vitality and enrich our experience of the Work that Reconnects. - How when we turn our awareness inward and connect with our inner wisdom, this helps us shift toward a more collective consciousness. - How to integrate our path of personal growth with our motivation to contribute to a more life-sustaining world. - How to metabolize our grief, anger, overwhelm, and fear into compassionate connection with our communities and our world. - How can we strengthen our capacity to take part in the healing of our world.
In this episode of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Barrie Risman. Barrie shares with us - How yoga can help us to build the emotional and spiritual resilience needed to become more of who we wish to be in the world at this time. - How our practice can become a deep well of resourcing and nourishment, and empower us to courageously and compassionately live into the most critical spiritual evolution of our time: the recognition of our fundamental interconnectedness. - How yoga can help us to meet the challenges ahead - The most effective practices and perspectives for bolstering our emotional and spiritual resilience
In this episode of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Stephanie Lopez. Stephanie shares with us : • What can happen when we let stress overload our system and why its so important for our health and wellbeing to be able to self-regulate. • Techniques which can help us befriend our nervous system • Her experience and how befriending her nervous system has helped her in your life • When we learn to regulate our system, how this can support our family, co-workers • What is the polyvagal theory and how can this system be helpful
In this Episode of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Saraswati interviews Doug Keller You'll find his workshop on our website. Doug shares with us deeper perspectives on alignment in yoga Doug shares with us: - The origin of the yogic concept of Prana Vayus and how it can inform our modern day yoga practice. - The energetic qualities and functions of each of the five Prana Vayus - The role the Vayus play in regulating our mental and emotional well-being. - Incorporating vayus in your practice and teaching
In episode 37 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Sue Elkind. Sue shares with us:• Wisdom and practices for longevity and healthy aging• How to create a health plan • How to live in optimal alignment with our mind, our body and with nature
In this episode of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Noah Maze. Noah shares with us new perspectives of anatomy in yoga. - How the understanding of anatomy of yoga has shifted over the years and why. - How new perspectives on anatomy effects the way we practice and teach yoga. - Noah explains ways in which we can optimize our practice with increased mobility and movement.
In this episode of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Noah Maze. Noah shares with us: • How engaging the bandhas affects both his personal practice as well as his students • The benefits of engaging the bandhas, physically, mentally, energetically, and enhancing his exploration into deeper practice of meditation • How using the bandhas helps us to stabilize and purify the body and mind, engaging both the physical and subtle bodies • The philosophical origins and practices of the bandhas. Noah Mazé - Noah's fierce and compassionate dedication to yoga inspires and holds space for students to journey deeper into body, heart, mind, and spirit. Ever-advancing the conversation and curriculum in yoga education, Noah cofounded The Mazé Method with his wife Tracy. Together, they have pioneered training content to enhance and sharpen the skills of yoga teachers.
In this episode of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Bill Mahony. Bill shares with us : - What are the koshas and why would understanding the koshas be helpful for a yoga teacher or practitioner? - What was the original goal of yogic practices from early practitioners – and how do the practices of asana, meditation, breathwork, yogic study support that goal? - How can our modern-day yoga practitioner begin to incorporate these practices into their daily life.
In episode 31 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Richard Miller, founder of iRest, who explains what our Essential Nature is. Richard shares with us What our Essential Nature is - the underlying Mysterious Essence that's given birth to everyone, everything, and the entire cosmos.Explain how our identity can be held captive by our false assumptions of who and what we areExplain how we are blocked from our Essential NatureHow does the study of the koshas help us deepen our practice of yoga – what is the goal of yogic practicesHow do different yogic practices help us reach that goal
In Episode 30 of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Saraswati interviews Doug Keller. Doug shares with us deeper perspectives on alignment in yoga.
In Episode 29 of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Anne shares with us the ways in which the teachings of yoga help us in our lives as well as in facing our death.
In Episode 28 of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Deane Juhan, best known as the author of Job's Body: A Handbook for Bodywork, shares with us the healing power of awakening to the mystery of being.
In Episode 27 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Stephanie Lopez about the practice of Integrative Restoration.
In Episode 26 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Albert Flynn DeSilver.
In Episode 25 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Nina Zolotow.
In Episode 24 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Bill Mahony shares with us teachings from the Yoga Sutra on cultivating heart qualities as a pathway to peace.
In Episode 23 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Anodea Judith, known for her groundbreaking work reviving the chakra system of ancient yoga, who shares with us her passion for the chakras.
In Episode 22 of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Saraswati interviews Carlos Pomeda about the classic text Bhagavad Gita.
In Episode 21 of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Saraswati interviews Richard Rosen about the classic text The Hatha Yoga Pradipika.
In Episode 20 of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Saraswati interviews best-selling author and media expert, Harriette Cole.
In Episode 19 of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Deane Juhan, best known as the author of Job's Body: A Handbook for Bodywork, shares with us the latest scientific developments in body-mind research.
In episode 18 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Darren Rhodes shares his experience of inner and outer transformation through yoga.
In episode 17 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Richard Miller shares with us how yogic practices help us to heal and transform.
In episode 16 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Amy Ippoliti, yoga teacher, shares her understanding of alignment in yoga.
In Episode 15 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Miranda Macpherson, spiritual teacher, who shares the process of ego relaxation ad how to open to grace.
In Episode 14 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Barrie Risman, a famous yoga teacher, who shares with us her life-long love of yoga and the power of Restorative Yoga.
You can find his workshop on the YogaKula website: www.yogakula.com
In this Episode 29 of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Saraswati interviews Anne Douglas. You'll find her course on our website. Anne shares with us the ways in which the teachings of yoga help us in our lives as well as in facing our death. She includes: • What happens when we approach death unconsciously, without preparation, or clarity and the kinds of struggles we encounter, • Methods and practices that she has explored that help with the process of facing death. • How yogic practices can be a dress rehearsal for facing our death • How can teaching + practices about death help us to live our lives more fully • Teachings and practices help us with challenging emotions.
In Episode 28 of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Saraswati interviews Deane Juhan who is one of core faculty at Yogakula. Deane Juhan may be best known as the author of Job's Body: A Handbook for Bodywork. As an expert in the field of body therapeutics, Deane shares with us the latest scientific developments in body-mind research: • The role of proprioception and interoception within the senses are often overlooked components of the way our body and mind communicate with the autonomic nervous system. • Movement and Mindfulness practices to strengthen our proprioception and interoception • Awakening the senses by witness sensations such as the pattern and ease of your breath, your heart rate. • Listening to the sensory signals from your body and discovering underlying sensations and emotions to engage with "Best keep yourself clean and bright; you are the window through which you see the world.” George Bernard Shaw
In episode 26 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Albert Flynn DeSilver In this episode of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Albert Flynn DeSilver Albert shares with us : How writing is a practice of awakening The healing power of writing How meditation and mindfulness support the practice of writing
In episode 26 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Albert Flynn DeSilver In this episode of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Albert Flynn DeSilver Albert shares with us : How writing is a practice of awakening The healing power of writing How meditation and mindfulness support the practice of writing
In episode 25 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Nina Zolotow Nina shares with us: Yoga practices to support us during stressful Practices to support healthy living and sleep How yoga can support us through grief and life transition
In Episode 24 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Bill Mahony shares with us teachings from the Yoga Sutra on cultivating heart qualities as a pathway to peace. In this episode of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Bill Mahony Bill shares with us : • Teachings and practices to cultivate equanimity and peace • Ways to incorporate into our practice and daily lives • How these teachings are the perfect support for these times.
In this episode of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Carlos Pomeda. Carlos shares with us : • Why the Bhagavad Gita is such an important and powerful text • How studying yoga wisdom transforms your life • What the deeper goals of yoga offer us
In this episode of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Saraswati interviews Richard Rosen. Richard shares with us : • Why the Hatha Yoga Pradipika is an essential text for yogis • Yogic techniques to unblock stuck energy • How yogic practices can be incorporated into your daily practice
In Episode 43 of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Saraswati interviews best-selling author and media expert, Harriette Cole. Harriette shares with us : • How to unlock your greatness and align with your dreams • What holds us back from living a fulfilling life • How the practice of meditation and self-care support our journey
In Episode 42 of the Yoga of Wisdom Podcast, Saraswati interviews Deane Juhan who is one of core faculty at Yogakula. Deane Juhan may be best known as the author of Job's Body: A Handbook for Bodywork. As an expert in the field of body therapeutics, Deane shares with us the latest scientific developments in body-mind research: - The polyvagal nerve functions effecting our autonomic nervous system and how to optimally shift from active state to relaxed state - The emerging research on neuroplasticity, and how the brain and all of the nervous system are continually changing themselves through our beliefs, our intentions and our actions. - The scientific developments impacting our recovery from injuries, the healing of traumatic events and responses, the reversal of degenerative conditions, and the many processes of healing that effect all of our tissues.
In episode 40 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Darren Rhodes shares his experience of inner and outer transformation through yoga. Darren shares with us: - The benefits of yoga practice – body, mind, and in life. - What is alignment and balanced action in yoga - How to avoid injury
In episode 40 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Richard Miller shares his journey of awakening through meditation Richard shares with us : - How the yogic practices help us to heal and transform - The deeper promise of the yoga practices and how can this affect us in the other parts of our life.
In episode 39 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Amy Ippoliti shares her understanding of alignment in yoga. Amy shares with us : • How to keep the body moving safely in asana practice • Helpful alignment instructions • Alignment instructions that are not so helpful or could create injury
In episode 38 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Miranda Macpherson shares the process of ego relaxation ad how to open to grace. Miranda shares with us : • The process of surrender and ego relaxation • How to open to grace and become more graceful human beings • Healing practices for stressful times
In Episode 37 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Heather Wertheimer shares with how music and singing healed her Heather shares with us : • How music healed her from anxiety and addiction. • How singing and music are healing practices • Her daily rituals
In Episode 36 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Dr Aparna Dandekar shares her life-long love of Ayurveda Apana shares with us : • Her exploration into Ayurveda • The alignment principles of Ayurveda • Combining Yoga and Ayurveda
In Episode 35 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Dr Timothy McCall, shares his journey of healing from cancer Timothy shares with us : • His exploration into the healing power of yoga as a Dr • Research about the power of practice • His own journey healing from cancer
In Episode 34 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Tara Judelle, shares her journey into yoga and healing. Tara shares with us : • Her early challenges with deep anxiety • Her exploration and journey into the practices of yoga • Her healing process finding ease with breath, body and mind
In Episode 33 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Dr Scott Lyons, shares his story of shifting awareness and finding flow in his life. Scott shares with us : • His exploration and journey into the science of healthy movement • How the practice of mindfulness and meditation support the healing process • How learning to flow within, creates ease in the rest of your life.
In Episode 32 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Janet Stone, shares her with us how yoga became her sole purpose. Janet shares with us : • Her study and deep appreciation for each of the practices of yoga, asana, mediation, and chanting • How the practices provide stability in our lives • How yoga supports her as a parent.
In Episode 31 of the Wisdom of Yoga Podcast, Richard Miller shares his journey into Meditation and Yoga Nidra Richard shares with us : • How to deepen your practice of meditation into consciousness • Healing practices for those with post-traumatic stress disorder • Deep healing through yoga nidra practice