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Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych interviews renowned yoga teacher Peter Walters for an insightful and candid conversation. They dive into the importance of social connection in yoga, with Peter emphasizing the value of encouraging conversation in classes to foster a sense of community. They reflect on the vibrant yoga scene in San Francisco during the 2010s and the profound impact of Peter's mentor, Rusty Wells, whose devotional and sweaty yoga classes left a lasting impression on his own teaching style.  The discussion also explores the balance between memorizing scripts and teaching authentically, with Peter offering guidance on finding one's true voice as a teacher. They touch on the sometimes unexpected dynamics in yoga classes, like the social element of people looking for romantic connections, and delve into the essence of Bhakti yoga — the yoga of love and devotion. Through this lens, Peter reflects on how yoga can help us transcend differences and connect with something greater than ourselves.  The episode also explores the benefits of meditation, Peter's daily rituals, and his humorous take on “biohacking” and eating what you love. They discuss the shift to virtual yoga classes during the pandemic and the unique dynamics of teaching on Zoom versus in person. Peter shares his favorite books, including *Bringing Yoga to Life* by Donna Farhi and *The Surrender Experiment* by Michael Singer, and they explore the deeper aspects of yoga beyond the asana, touching on the true meaning of yoga.  Listeners can expect a conversation that blends personal anecdotes, yoga philosophy, and a sense of humor, offering fresh insights into the practice and teaching of yoga. Heather Grzych, AD is an American author and expert in Ayurvedic medicine who was formerly the head of product development for a multi-billion-dollar health insurance company. She currently serves as the president of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association and is part of the faculty at Mount Madonna Institute College of Ayurveda. Heather's first book, The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility, has sold thousands of copies worldwide, and her writing has been featured in Sports Illustrated, Yoga Journal, and the Sunday Independent. Her podcast, Wisdom of the Body, holds an average rating of 5 stars on Apple Podcasts and is in the top 3% of podcasts globally. www.heathergrzych.com Peter Walters is a Bay Area yoga teacher and devoted student of Life. He teaches an experiential, sweaty, music-infused, and celebratory Bhakti Flow Yoga practice.  With over a decade of teaching public classes in person and online, leading workshops, retreats, and global festivals, Peter is on a mission to help people become students of their own lives—to practice acceptance and kindness, to open their hearts, and strengthen their voices (and bodies!) so they may truly Begin Again for all beings. In his former life, Peter was an EMT, tall ship sailor, fisherman, line cook, and social entrepreneur. When he's not teaching yoga, you can find him motorcycling on windy roads, reading in the sun, and going on hikes with his trusty companion, Sir Huckleberry Finn. Join him online, or at a retreat somewhere around the world! www.peteryoga.com  Connect with Heather: Learn more at www.heathergrzych.com   Instagram.com/heathergrzych Facebook.com/grzychheather   Read the first six pages of The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility for FREE: https://www.heathergrzych.com Connect with Heather to balance your health with Ayurveda: https://www.heathergrzych.com/book-online  

Yoga therapist and experiential anatomist Leila Stewart joins me to talk embodied anatomy vs mindfulness, how it's done, why it's done, feet and people pleasing, sensuality, the nervous system, how we're disembodied, posture, play, the importance of movement, koshas, and more. A great one if you love anatomy. Find out more about Leila here: https://leilastuart.com/  ---------------------------------------------------------- With a lifelong passion for movement of all types and decades of experience as a clinical massage therapist (retired), yoga teacher and therapist (C-IAYT), Leila is a pioneer in the field of embodied movement education. She artfully synthesizes experiential anatomy, somatic repatterning and embodiment of deep yogic teachings as pathways to whole person healing. Leila is the author of Pathways to a Centered Body with Donna Farhi and Experiential Anatomy, Therapeutic Applications of Embodied Movement and Awareness. Leila lives near Vancouver, BC and teaches in Canada and internationally. ---------------------------------------------------------- Check out our YouTube channel for more coaching tips and our Podcast channel for full episode videos Uplevel your coaching with a free copy of Mark's latest eBook, The Top 12 Embodiment Coaching Techniques  Join Mark for those juicy in-person workshops and events Fancy some free coaching demo sessions with Mark?  Connect with Mark Walsh on Instagram    As a thanks for being a loyal listener, we're sharing a cheeky discount code for $100 OFF our most popular Certification of Embodiment Coaching course:  CEC100PODCAST More info here: https://embodimentunlimited.com/cec/

Charlotte Bell has been practicing yoga since 1982, and began teaching in 1986. She has established and taught regular classes along Utah's Wasatch Front, and in California and Hawaii. She also teaches workshops, teacher trainings, and yoga for cancer patients and their families at Huntsman Cancer Institute in Salt Lake City. She has taught at national yoga conferences and international yoga teacher trainings and on women's river trips on the Green and Colorado rivers. Certified by B.K.S. Iyengar in 1989, she enjoys learning from teachers of many different yogic perspectives. Charlotte's asana teaching has been most influenced by her two guiding teachers, Donna Farhi and Judith Hanson Lasater. She received her 500-hour certification from Yoga Alliance in 2000, and is currently registered at the organization's highest level, E-RYT-500. Vipassana meditation practice has had the most profound influence on Charlotte's work. She began her practice in 1986, and has attended many 10-and 30-day meditation retreats since then. Her practice has been guided by her spiritual mentors, Pujari and Abhilasha Keays of the Last Resort in Cedar Breaks, Utah, since 1985. In recent years, she has made an annual trip to Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Woodacre, California, to sit an 18-day combined metta (kindness) and insight meditation retreat. Charlotte teaches mindfulness classes online, and at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts and Red Butte Garden. All these influences combine to form an evolving style of yoga that acknowledges the alignment principles of the Iyengar system while applying mindful attention to gain insight into the truth of each individual's asana practice rather than striving for preconceived goals. She encourages students to explore and trust their own experience in their asana practice, and enjoys learning new perspectives from her students. In addition to teaching yoga and meditation, Charlotte writes feature stories for several publications, including Catalyst Magazine, Yoga U Online and the Hugger Mugger Yoga blog. Her articles have appeared in Yoga Journal and Yoga International. She has written feature articles for the Telluride Bluegrass Festival's program since the early 1990s, and has participated in research and writing for a book about the festival's history. In 2007 Rodmell Press (now a part of Shambhala Publications) published her first book, Mindful Yoga, Mindful Life: A Guide for Everyday Practice.The book blends the principles of mindfulness with the practice of Patanjali's Eight Limbs of Yoga. Her second book, Yoga for Meditators, was published by Rodmell Press in 2012 and was one of 10 books recommended in Yoga Journal magazine's “Yoga Books of 2012” list. Her most recent book, Hip-Healthy Asana: A Yoga Practitioner's Guide to Protecting the Hips and Avoiding SI Joint Pain, was published in 2018 by Shambhala Publications. Charlotte plays oboe and English horn in the Salt Lake Symphony; the woodwind quintet, Scherzando Winds; the chamber folk ensemble, blue haiku; and with blue haiku, Kate MacLeod and Hal Cannon in the folk sextet, Red Rock Rondo. Red Rock Rondo's 2009 DVD has won two Emmy awards and an award from the National Educational Television Association.

In this episode, I am chitchatting with Joan Miller.  Joan Miller began her studies with Phoenix Rising Yoga therapy in the US in 1999. In 2000 she became a Hatha Yoga teacher from Kripalu Yoga Center, Massachusetts. Joan continued her studies and is still influenced by her main teachers Donna Farhi and Bonnie Banbridge Cohen.Joan has been practicing yoga for over 30 years, incorporating somatic exercises and gentle therapeutic techniques in all her classes. She has been training teachers with Hatha Yoga and Yoga Therapy programs for over 18 years. Joan's passion for yoga allows her to share techniques for stress reduction, stillness of mind and a feeling of wholeness.Joan is also a practicing Reiki/Master Teacher, she lives and teaches in both Sydney and Northern Rivers, NSWYou can connect with Joan via her website https://www.tibetanusuireiki.com/Support the show

每一份疯狂的热爱都为生活添加了一丝色彩，欢迎来到《疯人院》第三期我请来了我很敬重，也在流瑜伽界非常有名的一位瑜伽老师，任劲松，小松老师！虽然身边的瑜伽老师很多，但我觉得小松老师有把瑜伽融入生活，非常坚信瑜伽背后哲学，且在不断学习精进的老师。我觉得这次对话真的也让我和Eric感受到，可能自己很多生活中的选择，都受到了瑜伽练习的影响。对话中不断出现的，小松老师在教学，我和Eric约会并一直在练习的瑜伽馆《瑜伽苑》真的是在北京最推荐的瑜伽馆没有之一。就是里面真的很破，想去的大家要做好心理准备~主理人Eric：15年篮球玩家退役 10年康复撸铁 4年赛车手 2年Crossfiter 1年铁三运动员莎莎：藤校毕业创业5年的yogi MomentZ迷之创始人微博小红书抖音如果有就都是 @莎莎Pluss @楼长Eric本期嘉宾003号病友：任劲松Sean红薯@任劲松Sean瑜伽 非常推荐[07:21] 找到一个好的瑜伽老师有多重要？致敬William Bi老师，也很向往去平均年龄60岁的Donna Farhi的教师培训。发现了bili上分享的一个Donna Farhi老师的大师课链接，第一节intro快给我看哭了：https://www.bilibili.com/video/av849054625?vd_source=eaab938b364a4fcaecf523a151f42a21[16:20] 以体式为主的瑜伽馆？中美瑜伽发展趋势[21:20] Eric恍然大悟原来自己放弃篮球，选择善待自己，可能就是潜移默化受到了瑜伽的影响，和自己和解[30:38] 不同流派瑜伽给我们的刻板印象，莎莎想成为一个阿汤人，但可惜是个流人[34:06] 在外地选择瑜伽馆的小tips[37:16] 最常见问题：瑜伽到底是什么？[46:14] 别的体育都有比赛，那练习瑜伽有什么目标？

Today I am beyond thrilled to introduce my guest, Lisa Petersen to The Movement and Mindfulness Podcast!Lisa is my somatics teacher and someone who has had a profound impact on my life as both a movement teacher and human. In our chat together, Lisa shares:> what somatics is, explores and supports> the value of mixing modalities (and why somatics is often her movement tool of choice for clients experiencing pain)> Why she ultimately sees what she does as 'teaching people to trust themselves'> the role of agency and how somatics allows us to tap into that to help ourselves> the important distinction between the collective experience and our individual experiences - and why getting in touch with the latter is key to changing our experience of things like pain and tension> what embodied anatomy is and how it can support our movement practice. Tune in to hear our full conversation! About Lisa:Lisa Petersen is a Yoga Teacher, Therapist, and Somatic Movement Educator based in Ireland. With nearly two decade's teaching experience and a BSc. (Hons) in Communications, Lisa is known for her clarity, presence, humour and passion. She offers workshops and teacher training in Yoga, Somatics and embodied anatomy internationally. You can connect with Lisa via her website. Also find her on Instagram.Mentioned in this episode:> The work of Donna Farhi> Thomas Hanna and Hanna Somatics> Amy Matthews - Embodied Asana Connect with Erica via her website, Instagram and Facebook. 

Joga na stronie ma już rok! Czas na podsumowanie. Które książki podobały mi się najbardziej, które wzbudziły we mnie najwięcej emocji, i które najwięcej mnie nauczyły? Wybrałam 10 książek o jodze, które były dla mnie najważniejsze. Może i Ciebie one zainteresują?Książki, o których wspominam w filmie:1. Paramahansa Jogananda "Autobiografia jogina"kupisz ją tutaj: https://bit.ly/3htZ4Dv2. Paul Brunton "Ścieżkami jogów" ("Ścieżkami jogi")szukaj w antykwariatach3. Michelle Goldberg "The Goddess Pose"kupisz ją tutaj: https://bit.ly/3tZ9tJU4. Gita Iyengar "Joga doskonała dla kobiet"kupisz ją tutaj: https://bit.ly/3eSDIxH5. Kuvalayananda, Vinekar "Joga, indyjski system leczniczy"kupisz ją tutaj: https://bit.ly/3on3E856. Simon Haas "Joga a ciemna noc duszy"kupisz ją tutaj: https://bit.ly/2SW92Ds7. Agnieszka Passendorfer "10 lekcji jogi"kupisz ją tutaj: https://bit.ly/3ooBv068. Sadhguru "Inżynieria wnętrza"kupisz ją tutaj: https://bit.ly/3yi65x99. Sadhguru "Death. An Inside Story"kupisz ją tutaj: https://amzn.to/3yjTjOv10. Donna Farhi "Joga, sztuka życia"kupisz ją tutaj: https://bit.ly/3weh0WGWszystkie książki mają swoje recenzje na moim blogu:https://joganastronie.pl/category/na-...

I came across this one line from the book Big Change, Small Groups, by Heather Zempel, and it cut into my heart immediately: "Everybody needs someone who knows their name and knows what's happening in their life." I think for many of us, this is what we remember at Thanksgiving and other seasonal holidays that are quickly approaching. These are often the times we are with these special people. They are the ones who show up at weddings and funerals, at parties and quiet walks or weekly phone calls. It's about having a WITNESS. In today's episode, explore the facets of your mind that make up your inner experience, and learn who your constant witness really is. Join me December 5th to support One Yoga Global at the fundraising event, Ready, Set, Slow, with Donna Farhi. Stay tuned for my upcoming announcement on Facebook, Instagram, and in my weekly newsletter (sign up by contacting me HERE.) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessica-goulding/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jessica-goulding/support

This week's episode covers both yoga and meditation. Natalie talks about her journey with yoga, how it has changed her life mentally and physically, and how her understanding of yoga has changed after reading a book last year on the origins and principles of yoga - Bringing Yoga to Life by Donna Farhi. Lizzy talks about mediation and how she has developed a love for it over the past half year and all of the health benefits it gives you! Links below on our current obsessions and mentions throughout the episode: Book by Donna Farhi: Bringing Yoga to Life Book by Erika L. Sánchez: I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter Monday Swimwear: Tulum Bottom in Paprika Monday Swimwear: Clovelly Top in Paprika Conscious Crop in Powervita by Athleta Corepower Yoga on Demand Check out @the_yoga_collective_ and @where_is_my_yoga on Instagram for more virtual yoga offerings with amazing instructors! Follow us on social media! Instagram @thoughtsregardingpodcast & Twitter @thoughtsregard Natalie @nataliesimko and Lizzy @lggaff

欢迎关注晚风说。希望我们对你，常常陪伴，偶尔启发。除了播客内容，我们还出品了《冥想与大脑维修艺术》线上课程 (https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s?__biz=MzA5Nzk4MDMxMg==&mid=2247484680&idx=1&sn=2a5b8f1e1f1c1e6820adf5cc95d997fe&chksm=9099dfffa7ee56e9408aa248731e3e3e502c984ca1e577decc28d66d458f2e93a600dc6d6b40&scene=21#wechat_redirect)，并发起了 20 x 12 Club 线上冥想社群 (https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s?__biz=MzA5Nzk4MDMxMg==&mid=2247484834&idx=1&sn=ebd2c537b12e63baef2e9eaac505c26b&chksm=9099df55a7ee5643ab84485931d52082bbb2a6ee7078bdd536faf2cbbcb7bb22783aeaf13d4b&scene=21#wechat_redirect)。 ———————————— # 引言 疫情期间，我一直跟着任劲松的线上瑜伽课练习瑜伽。不夸张地说，如果没有这个支撑，我不知道三个月过了，自己的身体和心灵会是什么鬼样子。 任劲松是我心中最好的瑜伽老师之一。其中一个重要的原因，是他每年会花大量的时间云游四海，自我学习。在北京抢到他的课很难，但每次的动作设计都不一样，他自己的状态也不一样。你能感觉到眼前这个人，一直在成长，永远在变化。 在我眼中，他是一个修行人。生命是一场自己与自己棋逢对手的游戏，除了自我进化，自我消解，别无他法。从任劲松身上，我看到的是一种生命状态，如同看到雪上的一棵松树感受一般。（by Jade） # 朋友介绍 任劲松：2003 年开始练习和教授瑜伽，同时从未间断地学习和探索，曾跟随全世界多位瑜伽大师学习，如 Judith Lasater, Simon Low, Sarah Powers, Donna Farhi 等等。从 2012 年，他开始在北京瑜伽苑教授留瑜伽教室培训，并在世界不同的地方旅行教授工作坊和静修课，如澳大利亚、美国、冰岛、瑞士等。 他相信全意地教授瑜伽，是一个给自己和他人都带来生命转变的过程。 # Highlights 我每年会花半年时间四处云游，自我学习 我刚开始练习瑜伽的时候，中国还没有瑜伽馆这种东西 在中国瑜伽老师这个职业，能赚钱吗 什么是健康？必不可少的几个方面 一个人，有没有可能保持一直正能量？ 什么样的人才能称为 “大师”？言行合一 智慧是可以学习的吗？ 我的父亲是一个农民，没有知识，但有智慧 小时候我是一个非常内向和隐藏自己的人 疫情让更多人思考，做自由职业者的可能性 自由职业者的 “自由” 意义几何？ 意识的提高才是瑜伽和冥想的目的 为什么我不会追随某一种宗教信仰 长生不老是一种精神状态 做自己喜欢做的事情，真的有那么奢侈吗？ 活下来，最根本的还是先活着 # 音乐 Go Underneath - Dr. Toast Pearl Of Wisdom - Karl Maddison ———————————— # 我们接受 BTC 和 ETH 打赏 BTC：3Gm3e79QrpbFSYC64GYm1jYezekCYk72gU ETH：0xE4cD2f942f9a9Cc1c1ABc897C784129B5C57a5bf ———————————— 你可以在这里找到我们： 播客官网：https://podcasts.cosmosrepair.com/ 微信公众号：cosmosrepair Telegram 群：https://t.me/cosmosrepair 各大声音平台或泛用型播客客户端搜索“禅与宇宙维修艺术”或“晚风说”。

Ci sono mattine d’inverno in cui il mondo intorno a noi si tinge di una luce speciale, carica di energia, positività e rinascita. In una mattina così, ci ha aperto le porte di casa sua e si è raccontata al nostro microfono Michelle, una giovane donna che quella luce la porta dentro! Da un primo approccio analitico e attento alla forma seguito dall’osservazione che ciascuno sale sul tappetino con la sua individualità in continuo divenire, nasce la volontà di portare nel quotidiano e nel mondo moderno gli insegnamenti dello yoga. Radicata nella tradizione e proiettata nel futuro, inizia un viaggio di osservazione e conoscenza di se' che la porta a elaborare un modo personale di praticare e insegnare. Ecco che parole come fluire, accettare, esplorare, rallentare e lasciar andare assumono nuovi significati e prendono forma nei bellissimi progetti di MonoYoga. Non possiamo che augurare a Michelle di continuare a ricercare, a creare e a portare la sua luce nel mondo ... e non vediamo l'ora che arrivi l'estate per provare uno Savasana davvero speciale! Il libro: Donna Farhi. Lo yoga nella vita Link utili: https://monoyoga.ch

Saliamo tra i boschi della Valtravaglia, avvolti dalla nebbia di metà novembre e nella paletta dei colori dell’autunno inoltrato. Fuori dalla sala dove pratichiamo e intervistiamo Michael c'è odore di terra umida e camini accesi. Ascoltiamo ammirate e curiose quest'uomo mentre passa dalla storia della sua vita ai libri che avrebbe voluto leggere anni prima e ci racconta il suo incontro con lo Yoga, il Dharma. E' una chiacchierata intima, densa, profonda e a tratti forse scomoda per un tempo come quello che stiamo vivendo. L’autunno non poteva che essere il continuum, lo spazio-tempo perfetto per questa puntata. https://www.luinoyoga.it/ I libri: - Erich Fromm. Avere o essere - Donna Farhi. Lo yoga della vita

Donna Farhi returns to the show to talk with J about addressing the fundamental problem of power abuse in Iyengar Yoga and beyond. They discuss the difference between pedagogy and ‘heutagogy’ or self-determined learning, when quiet authority is given by students or authoritarianism is asserted by teachers, educating people about what is between the lines and understanding the invisible matrix so we can make change, and the inquiry and shared humanity that makes for a lifelong sustainable yoga career. This episode is sponsored by Karmasoft.   NEW! Annual subscriptions are here. For all three subscriptions: Live Stream Classes, Weekly Teacher’s Class, and Podcast Premium Membership… SAVE UP TO 20% WITH YEARLY SUBSCRIPTIONS.   Learn more about J’s upcoming tour… GENTLE IS THE NEW ADVANCED: EASING THE PAIN 2020.  

In this episode of the Yoga Focus podcast we are talking about the 8 characteristics of Free, Natural Breathing. These are the qualities that we want to encourage in the normal breath pattern that carries us through the day. This information is based on "The Breathing Book" by Donna Farhi and some information from Dr. Andrew Weil. In an upcoming episode I will be going over the mechanics of breathing in more depth. If you would like to see The Yoga White Board you can watch the video format of this podcast on my YouTube Channel: I also post a picture of The Yoga White Board on my Instagram each week: Note: All strange background noises are attributed to my dog Redford wanting to be involved. I live in a Tiny House on Wheels that is 192 s.q. feet which creates some challenges in filming/recording content - but it is my experience that there is no ideal environment and there will always be distractions & these distractions are just another opportunity to work on our FOCUS :) Laura Goellner OTR, RYT, LMT, CLT, C-IAYT < *< < < < * > > > > *> Work with Laura Online: I am now offering yoga instruction, yoga therapy and teacher mentoring on two different virtual platforms: Fit My Time: https://www.fitmytime.com/en/laurag Schedulicity & Zoom: https://www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/LGY7U6 < *< < < < * > > > > *> Laura’s Book: “Yoga Therapy At The Wall” is available in 2 formats: Instant PDF download from Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/HealthyFocusByLauraG Full Color Printed Manual from LuLu.com: https://www.lulu.com/shop/search.ep?keyWords=yoga+therapy+at+the+wall&type= < *< < < < * > > > > *> YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/LauraGYoga/featured Instagram: @LauraGyoga or @Yoga_At_The_Wall Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauragyoga/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraGYoga/?ref=bookmarks BLOGspot: https://lauragyoga.blogspot.com/ Spotify Music Playlists: https://open.spotify.com/user/1291821362 Laura’s Website: www.LauraGyoga.com Yoga Focus PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/yogafocus < *< < < < * > > > > *> This is Our TRAVEL & Tiny House Lifestyle channel on YouTube: “Let New Adventures Begin” https://www.youtube.com/c/letnewadventuresbegin Support our work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LauraGyoga --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yogafocus/support

Donna Farhi is a world-renowned teacher and is considered to be the "teacher of teachers". She is the author of four contemporary classics: The Breathing Book, Yoga, Mind, Body, and Spirit: A Return to Wholeness, Teaching Yoga: Examining the Teacher-Student Relationship and Bringing Yoga to Life: The Everyday Practice of Enlightened Living. Donna is a post-lineage pioneer, who has been at the forefront of generating a new model for teaching and practice that fosters self-inquiry through the cultivation of each person’s inner reference system. This conversation flows seamlessly through important topics from the heart of yoga to interoception, injuries, teaching, and recovery. Donna shares her infinite wisdom that has grown over 40 years of practice and many transformations. She talks about her own personal development from the time of her teacher training to her softening into her practice. She speaks about the importance of guiding students through inquiry-based learning as opposed to mimicry, and how in some cases inappropriate teaching can lead to censorship of our own experiences. Donna also shares about her riding accident, and what it was like to go through a multi-dimensional rehab process, trusting her body to give her information that no one else could. This conversation is a must for practitioners and teachers, and anyone interested in deepening their connection to their own experiences and intuition. It was a great honor to have Donna Farhi on the podcast, and we hope you enjoy listening. If you are enjoying the podcast please consider sharing in any way possible and leaving a review in Apple Podcasts. Your help is greatly appreciated. 

J moderates a panel discussion at the Hauora Yoga Conference with Katie Lane, Donna Farhi, Jac Wilson, Leanne Davis, and Felicity Molloy on the accreditation of yoga and yoga therapy in New Zealand. They discuss the current standards for Yoga Australia and Yoga New Zealand, the difference between yoga and yoga therapy, standardization and pedagogy, reasons for a yoga therapy classification, obstacles in getting funding, and the possibility of creating something uniquely Aotearoa. This episode is sponsored by Karmasoft.   This episode is part of our premium podcast subscription. To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM.  

We discuss the history, varieties and benefits of yoga. Darren shares his experience of practicing yoga with Ian & March and surprises them with the unexpected benefits of the ancient tradition. Show Notes 2:20— What do we mean when we talk about “yoga” and what are the origins of yoga? 6:42— The health benefits of practicing yoga including relaxation, physical flexibility, and moderate strength training. 9:53— How yoga is a fusion of physical training and mental discipline.  14:44— Why it's common for athletes to practice yoga and how relaxation can often lead to better precision and better performance. 17:22— Darren explains the major branches of yoga from a spiritual-philosophical perspective and explains in detail the different styles of Hatha (physical & meditative) yoga including the  21:59— Is it necessary to attend a class to practice yoga or can one practice at home?  22:29— The difference between discomfort and pain and the yogic principle of honoring oneself by never pushing your practice to pain. 24:19— Tips for trying out yoga for those who find it a little intimidating.  28:45— Darren shares his experience when first starting to practice yoga 9 years ago. 30:24— Ian shares that the home cycling Peloton has group yoga classes as part of their fitness subscription program. 31:58— The practical benefits one gets from practicing yoga in the near-term and over the long-term. 35:50— We discuss how someone with a very scientific mind can appreciate and find value from a practice, like yoga, that has its roots in spirituality. 39:45— Darren shares his experience visiting the Chichen Itza pyramids during the Summer Equinox as an example of how to stay true to your own worldview while respecting others' philosophy and unique worldviews. 45:15— When should one NOT do yoga. (The answer might surprise you.) 47:20— Darren shares his opinion of the most important thing someone should learn if they want to become an expert in yoga. (Again, the answer might surprise you.) 49:25— Ian and March reflect on their surprise at how yoga has a lot in common with other mindfulness and exercise practices. 52:40— Darren shares the names of several leading yoga influencers. Mentions

Barbara has been teaching and practising yoga for twenty five years and been teaching for over 10 years. Barbara is a British Wheel of Yoga (BWYDip) teacher and a BWY Foundation Course Teacher. Over the years Barbara has studied and practiced many styles of yoga including, Iyengar, Ashtanga, Vinyasa and Hatha yoga, Acrobatic and Aerial yoga, with many renown, experienced and inspiring teachers e.g. Donna Farhi, Doug Keller, Julie Gudmestead, Shiva Rea, Jason Crandell, Natasha Rizopolous, Sally Kempton, John Scott, Brian Cooper, Gary Carter, Peter Blackaby, Paul Fox, Bill Wood, Beverley Nolan, Mark Freeth, Lisa Sanfilippo, Julie Friedeberger, Claire Missingham, John Claxton, Liz Lark, Vonnie Bloom, Hayley Winter, Tanja Mickwitch, Erica Montes, Bonnie Argo, plus many more. Barbara has incorporated her accumulated knowledge into her own practice and into her teaching. Barbara believes we never stop learning, Barbara regularly attends intensives and workshops in the UK and abroad and attend many Local yoga events For more information http://www.yoganorfolk.com/about-barbara.php https://www.facebook.com/yoganorfolk

In this final episode of Season 4, we're exploring the yogic concept of Isvarapranidhana, which Donna Farhi translates as celebration of the spiritual. I'm talking a bit about what my word of the year, sacred, has shown me so far, as well as what I think yoga and body acceptance are really leading us to. I also talk a bit about the future of the podcast! Show notes: curvyyoga.com/podcast/love-your-body-live-your-life-season-4-episode-12

Donna Farhi talks with J about her experience going from dance to Iyengar Yoga to “the refinement of natural and universal movement principles that underlie safe and sustainable Yoga practice.” They commune on a range of pressing topics that are affecting the yoga world today, including the prevalence of injurious instruction, the lack of foundational understanding about Yoga, ethical behavior, how different pedogogy either empowers or disempowers people, and the kinds of questions that best encourage a healthy way forward. Click here to get Free Resources and more from Donna. This episode is part of our premium podcast subscription. To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM.