Podcasts about iayt

This is the final interview in our series about yoga organizations, how they operate, and our futures. And it is a good one. Jivana Heyman is nothing if not an expert in the operations of organizations, with such an amazing understanding of how they work and what they should be doing for us. KEY TAKEAWAYS*The point of an organization, any organization, is to speak for those who have less power. Jivana put that beautifully. If you are a non-profit organization that takes membership dues, even if your status doesn't explicitly state that you are for the members, what is the point of you if you don't speak up for those with less power? *PLEASE watch for orgs consolidating power. When fewer and fewer people have more and more of the say, that is a KEY sign that things are not functioning properly in the organization.*Accessible Yoga did best practices for online teaching. I just need to repeat that as something that it is INSANE to me that the yoga alliance OR IAYT has not set forth. This is going to be critical to us in the future as we look at a lot more of our work going online in the next 5-10 years. Have YOU been thinking about online, AI and tech? I have. *There IS something not working in the yoga space, and I agree with Jivana, I cannot quite figure it out either. A lack of generosity, so much gatekeeping, resource hoarding, what else? *I will say this now until I die. The Yoga Alliance and the IAYT have scope of practice issues. What is best for yoga practitioners and yoga schools is not always the same. What is best for yoga therapists in practice and best for yoga therapy schools are definitely not the same. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE sort your scope of practice issues out!!*Jivana pointed out some operational things about the Yoga Alliance that I find SO STAGGERINGLY awful. The Yoga Alliance is allegedly taking the money they make from dues, funneling it into another organization that has tax-free status (c-6 trade orgs are not tax-free), and each org has the SAME board and CEO. Talk about conflict of interest. Whatcha need that money for Yoga Alliance? Tell us what's going on, boo.*Let's figure out how to support each other in the next four years if you are in the US. By all accounts things are looking dicey for us as an industry that exists in the “extra” bucket of most people's budgets. When people have less extra money to spend, we tend to see our numbers dip. So how are we going to support each other and get through what will likely be a difficult period for our businesses?*Finally, I want to share a few of Jivana's ideas about what an organization could offer its members. Free training, continuing education, legal support, liability insurance, waivers, contracts, more information and data about our industry, marketing, and the role of supporting unions are just some of the things they could be doing. And if any organization was doing this, they would for sure have my money.RESOURCESWorking In Yoga WebsiteWorking In Yoga NewsletterJivana's Website1

Rebecca Sebastian, founder of Sunlight Yoga and host of the Working in Yoga Podcast, talks with J about recent shifts and long standing debates within the yoga profession. They discuss the history of trade organizations and teacher trainings, nonprofit spaces and fundraising, Yoga Therapy classification, the credentialing shift at the IAYT and The Future of Yoga Facebook Group, elitism and community, marketing and business, pricing and criteria for hiring, clap ins for new teachers, and letting the weight of ones work speak for itself.   To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM.   Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.    

It's a pleasure to welcome back to the podcast Claire MacEachen, a graduate of my IAYT-accredited yoga therapy program and an accomplished yoga teacher. Today, she is sharing her journey to becoming a healer.   Tune in to learn how Claire evolved to become a confident health professional. She's also sharing how she forms healing connections with her clients and the ways in which she provides them with movement awareness.    Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.functionalsynergy.com/295

We have some such innovative and intelligent humans in the yoga industry space, and Michele Lawrence is one of them.Michele is one of the original people to advocate for the pause in the 300-hour LHCP, Q-designation, from the International Association of Yoga Therapists. And she and I get into it about what we thought the IAYT was, what we hoped to see from them in the future, and where we hoped to go as a profession. I love that we get the opportunity to talk to people who run schools for yoga therapists, so we can see what they are projecting about our industry in the future.KEY TAKEAWAYS:*It is true, most yoga therapists are not looking at hospital settings first and foremost. Especially in the beginning, when your skillset is building the hospital doesn't often seem like a likely place for us to land. So why is there this focus on getting us into healthcare settings?*Look, it is also undeniable that we seek some legitimacy within our profession. I believe this is because in our cores we know the benefit of our work. And it is normal and human for us to want to be taken seriously for that work. But also…I do think that with that legitimacy leads to us making a living, if not thriving wage. I have said this before–don't conflate those two things. Folks sell foot pics online for a lot of money, but it does not mean that “foot pic salesperson” is a respected profession. Those two things are not necessarily connected.*Portfolio careers are coming up again. The reality of the industry as it stands right now is that you are either privileged to have another non-yoga income (a second job or a spouse, say) or you have to maintain a portfolio career. Yoga therapists, even with our high level of training and experience, are required to do a lot of things. A lot of us still teach yoga classes–I do, as much to test my material as anything, and we also see private clients, write, speak, train, travel, and run other businesses. In order to make a living, many of us have to wear a lot of hats and do a lot of different kinds of work.*OMG someone said it!! There. Is. Enough. Work. For. Us. All. We need to go fight for our work and spread the work amongst us.*The IAYT has a responsibility to the professionals that it allegedly represents. Sort of. Legally speaking, they actually have no responsibility to us, in spite of the fact they collect “membership dues” and have a “membership portal” on their website. While they are walking like a membership organization duck, they are not legally defined that way. Weird, huh? *What does member input in a yoga organization look like to you? Other than the requisite “we are listening” posts and emails–how does an organization *Actually* listen? What are some of your ideas?*If the Q model goes forward, no matter what they call it, we need to call for a different model and organizational leadership to take charge of our industry. Or, maybe we need to call for a real talk about the actual relevance of organizations in our industry. *Testimonials and the progress of your clients makes a difference. Collect those if you can, because the best proof of being good at your job in this industry is when other people love your work well enough to say so, publicly. RESOURCESWorking In Yoga WebsiteWorking In Yoga NewsletterMichele's Website

Are there lessons we can take from other professions?What is the IAYT doing well? What can they improve upon?When will I get a vacation?These are all questions we cover in our chat with Dr. Steffany Moonaz.KEY TAKEAWAYS*This point cannot be stressed enough when talking about license within the yoga therapy space. Just because you have a license **Does not** mean you can necessarily bill insurance. Let's uncouple those thoughts, please. Thanks.*We can learn a lot from the journey of other professions. We deep dove into acupuncture with Dr. Moonaz and it is fascinating to hear the stories of professions where there are restrictions about who they can treat, how they can treat, and who supervises the practitioners. What are your thoughts here?*Where the IAYT seems to missed the mark is in understanding how people in yoga therapy find their clients through the referral process. I have said this before, but the amount of LHCPs (licensed health care providers) who have said “I will just get a 200 hour teacher training cert and do what you do, is staggering. Now I still get referrals from those folks because eventually they realize that isn't the case–but the fact that I have to explain this to an organization in our industry is wild to me. That just isn't how it works for any of us on the ground, taking clients as yoga therapists. *Gravitas and money. Those are the things we want. *Steffany said something I really want to emphasize. We can, as a profession, take the steps needed to become a licensed profession–and then decide not to do it. But in my opinion, it is WELL WORTH taking the steps to professionalize as a whole. It benefits us as an industry in the long run.*We need to give the IAYT credit where credit is due. The steps taken thus far in the area of self-regulation are significant. The accreditation process, the credentialing process, continuing education requirements, core competencies, these are all important in the development of yoga therapy as a profession. No doubt about it.*How do we distinguish the difference in all of the different services in the yoga marketplace? This is a huge question, especially in the context of yoga therapy. What ideas do YOU have? Email me, rebecca@workinginyoga.com and let me know.*This is the time where I remind you that the International Association of Yoga Therapists has no legal requirement to advocate for us as professionals. Their designation is a 501c3, which is a public serving organization. Just as a note.*Just to update you, We still have no official stance from the IAYT as to weather or not the Q designation is stopped completely, now a month later after we recorded. Just in case you need to know.RESOURCESWorking In Yoga WebsiteWorking In Yoga NewsletterSteffany's Website

In this solo episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour, Amy Wheeler dives into the transformative science of Polyvagal Theory. Drawing on her experience as a pod leader for the Polyvagal Institute, Amy explores how understanding the body's response to perceived threats can guide us to greater self-awareness, embodiment, and healing. This episode is a powerful resource for anyone looking to deepen their connection with their body and regulate their nervous system, enhancing resilience and well-being.Key Highlights:Introduction to Polyvagal Theory: Amy introduces the basics of Polyvagal Theory, explaining the importance of understanding both top-down and bottom-up processing in the nervous system.Top-Down vs. Bottom-Up Processing: Amy discusses the difference between cognitive (top-down) and somatic (bottom-up) approaches to processing stress and threat, emphasizing that most data flows from body to brain.Body Safety and Trust: Highlighting real-life examples, Amy emphasizes the importance of listening to the body's signals as indicators of safety or threat, helping individuals discern whether situations align with their well-being.Practical Techniques for Regulation: From walking and dancing to tools like EFT (tapping), Amy shares various techniques to help listeners reconnect with their body and regulate their nervous system.Neurodivergence as a Polyvagal Strength: She explores how individuals with neurodivergence may have heightened awareness of safety cues, leading to powerful self-awareness and authenticity.Incorporating Polyvagal Theory into Yoga: Amy encourages yoga practitioners and therapists to use polyvagal principles to help clients feel safe and embodied, enriching their overall experience of yoga and well-being.In closing, Amy reflects on the role of yoga and Polyvagal Theory in facilitating deeper embodiment and personal transformation. She invites listeners to submit their own stories of healing through yoga, yoga therapy, or Ayurveda to be featured on future episodes of The Yoga Therapy Hour, creating a community-driven narrative of health and transformation throughout 2025. Contact Amy to be a guest on the podcast: amy@amywheeler.com Join us for our Monday Night Yoga Therapy Clinic in 2025! Welcome to our Optimal State of Living Yoga Therapy Clinic and Continuing Education program, held every Monday night, designed to enrich your body, mind, and spirit through yoga. Whether you're deepening your practice or connecting with a supportive community, our clinic offers a comprehensive experience for all.About the Clinic: Our program blends healing, learning, and community engagement in a supportive environment, promising growth, wellness, and an enriched understanding of yoga therapy.What to Expect: Community Building: Connect with fellow yoga enthusiasts. Mini-Lecture on Monthly Theme: Deepen your understanding of yoga therapy. Yoga Practice: Tailored session aligning with our monthly theme. Closing Circle: Reflect and reinforce community. Continuing Education for Yoga Professionals: Deep Dive into Theory: Enhance teaching skills and understanding. Continuing Education Credits: Recognized by IAYT and Yoga Alliance. Certificate of Completion: Validate your participation and learning.Embark on a journey of healing, learning, and connection with our Monday Night Yoga Therapy Clinic & Continuing Education. Register now to transform your practice, enrich your teaching, and be part of a nurturing community dedicated to wellness and growth.Transform your Mondays into a sanctuary of peace, learning, and community with us. We look forward to welcoming you to our yoga family!Cost: $59 for the Four 75-min. classes + recordings and handouts (per household) & $20 for the Four 15-min Continuing Education Units classes + recordings and handouts and a Certificate of Completionwww.TheOptimalState.com

Look. We need to get into it.To ask all the questions, to unearth all the possibilities, to sit with some uncomfortable answers.So I asked Leslie Kaminoff to come on, and we did just that.KEY TAKEAWAYS:*” Fundamentally it is a governance issue” is my favorite quote about the IAYT issue that is on this entire podcast series. Because they do have a governance issue, and it is important that we talk about it. To reiterate: a 501c3 organization in the United States exists to serve a public function, and a 501c6 org is a business or trade organization that exists to serve its members. The IAYT is currently the former, not the latter. *Medicalizing yoga and yoga therapy comes with a whole host of complications. And this series on the podcast will cover some of those complications as we go forward into talking about licensure, the medicalization of yoga, and more.*Yoga is relationships. This is a quote from this episode of the podcast that I have already used a dozen times since Leslie and I recorded this podcast together a few weeks ago. Because it is so true. We are in relationship with ourselves, our students, our colleagues, and our organizations. It is important that we chose to build the best versions of those relationships that we can so we can all thrive, and also so that yoga and the yoga industry can thrive in this modern world. *If you missed it, if there is an offer to write a rebuttal of someone wishes to write a position paper about moving towards licensure in the yoga therapy space. Please someone take Leslie up on this so I can read both your paper and his response. I love this kind of stuff.*Yoga has long taken place within the outskirts of culture. I have said this a lot, but we came of age in the counter-culture movement of the 90s, and a lot of us really liked it that way. I include myself in this group. I don't know if the 19 year old version of myself that started yoga would have found her way into today's modern yoga spaces. I think about that a lot actually, especially in the context of all those gifts that a consistent yoga practice has given me over the last 27 years. Leslie refers to this with his assertion that yoga has existed very often between the cracks of general culture. Comforting or not, that is the reality of what we have been. And I am interested to see if we keep that trend going forward into the future.RESOURCESWorking In Yoga WebsiteWorking In Yoga NewsletterLeslie's WebsiteFind Taylor Casey

In this episode, I'm welcoming back Austin Chason, a graduate of my IAYT-accredited yoga therapy program. Austin is sharing how he has continued using yoga to support his mental health and how we can all broaden our perspectives on healing.   Tune in to discover how we can help clients become more mindful of the stimuli they're exposed to and explore the benefits of creating stability to avoid overwhelming the nervous system. This episode is packed with insights to help you and your clients build a stronger foundation of resilience and resources.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.functionalsynergy.com/288

Special Note: This episode contains swear words and storytelling about sexuality Introduction:In this special episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour, Amy sits down with the vibrant and authentic Susan Weis Bohlen. As a former Board Member of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA) and the author of three bestselling books on Ayurveda, Susan shares her deeply personal story of overcoming body image struggles and how Ayurveda helped her transform her relationship with her body. From battling bulimia to losing over 60 pounds, Susan opens up about her path to self-love, Ayurvedic practices, and her passion for helping others on their journey. Key Takeaways:Body Transformation through Ayurveda: Susan discusses how she went from discomfort in her body to losing 60+ pounds and maintaining it with Ayurvedic practices.Healing from Bulimia: Susan shares her long battle with bulimia and understanding her Ayurvedic dosha.Ayurvedic Self-Care Practices: The role of Panchakarma and daily self-care rituals like abhyanga (oil massage) in maintaining balance and wellness.Living with Authenticity: Susan's experience of opening her heart and creating space in her life, which eventually led to meeting her husband and finding deeper connection.American Jewish Ayurveda: Susan explains her unique approach to Ayurveda, blending her cultural background with ancient practices, making them accessible for a modern audience.Thoughts on NAMA: Susan discusses her decision to step away from NAMA Board, which has some similarities to what IAYT is facing at this time.Susan Weis Bohlen's Contact Information:Website: www.SusanWeisBohlen.com Substack Newsletter: Available on her website Books:Ayurveda Beginner's GuideSeasonal Self-Care RitualsAyurvedic Home Remedies Check out www.TheOptimalState.com Additional Resources with Amy Wheeler:University of Minnesota Therapeutic Yoga SeriesPolyvagal Institute Mighty AppOptimal State Mobile AppOptimal State and Yoga Therapy Hour Patreon·    Monday Night Yoga Therapy Clinic on www.TheOpimtalState.com·    Join us for our Monday night Yoga Therapy Clinics, specially designed to address specific health and wellness topics. The sessions are held every Monday from 4:00-5:15 PM PST and are led by Amy Wheeler, a seasoned expert in yoga therapy. This clinic provides a supportive environment where participants can explore therapeutic yoga techniques to aid in addiction recovery and overall well-being.For those seeking professional development, there is an option to stay longer after class and earn Continuing Education (CE) credits. This extended session offers in-depth training and valuable insights into integrating yoga therapy with addiction treatment.

In this solo episode, host Amy Wheeler explores the concept of Ahimsa (non-harming) and being in relationship with one another as the key guiding principle for making ethical decisions and policies in both individual and organizational contexts. Amy focuses on how yoga organizations like Yoga Alliance and the International Association of Yoga Therapy (IAYT) can enhance their decision-making processes by prioritizing non-harming, inclusivity, and community involvement from the ground up. What is Ahimsa?Amy defines Ahimsa as non-harming and non-violence toward oneself, others, and the environment. Ahimsa applies to emotional, mental, financial, community and societal well-being, guiding how we treat ourselves and each other. Ahimsa as a Guiding Principle in Organizational DecisionsAmy explores how Ahimsa can shape ethical decision-making in yoga organizations, including Yoga Alliance and IAYT. She encourages a review of their policies and decision-making frameworks to ensure that they uphold the values of non-harming, transparency, and inclusivity. Amy discusses the importance of community involvement in shaping these policies, particularly through a collaborative, ground-up approach that empowers individuals and organizations to take shared responsibility for one another. Humanistic Secularism and Its Connection to Yoga EthicsAmy discusses humanistic secularism as an ethical framework based on human values like empathy, social responsibility, and inclusivity, without relying on religious or spiritual beliefs. She highlights how this worldview aligns with Ahimsa and discusses its practical application in modern decision-making, both in personal choices and at the organizational level. Amy also discusses the challenges that organizations face in maintaining ethical practices in a fast-paced, competitive environment and provides solutions on how to stay aligned with Ahimsa. Call to ActionAmy invites listeners to join the new Facebook Group, "The Future of Yoga Therapy," to voice their opinions, introduce themselves, and participate in shaping the future of yoga therapy. This is a space for meaningful dialogue about ethical decision-making and shared responsibility within the yoga community, with a focus on Ahimsa and being in relationship with one another as a grounding foundational principle. Follow Us:Website: TheOptimalState.comInstagram: @TheOptimalStateFacebook: The Optimal State of LivingDon't forget to subscribe to The Yoga Therapy Hour for more expert discussions on yoga therapy and emotional well-being! Additional Resources with Amy Wheeler:University of Minnesota Therapeutic Yoga SeriesPolyvagal Institute Mighty App7-Week Course on Yoga, Yoga Therapy & Polyvagal TheoryOptimal State Mobile AppOptimal State and Yoga Therapy Hour Patreon

Today, I'm joined by two inspiring soon-to-be graduates from my IAYT-accredited yoga therapy program: Linda Spalding and Diane Stanton. Both chose to pursue their certifications later in life and are now successfully connecting with like-minded, similarly aged clients.     Join us for their uplifting stories, as they share the key elements they're currently focused on in their practice—from the vocabulary of movement to healing dialogue, and even adding playful elements to keep sessions youthful. Their message is clear: it's never too late to pursue what you love.     Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.functionalsynergy.com/280

Today, I'm excited to be joined by Lesley Ann Wernsdorfer, who graduated from my IAYT-accredited yoga therapy program in October 2022. Lesley Ann is sharing her incredible story, including the crossroads she faced during the pandemic and how my teachings resonated with her deeply from the beginning.      Listen in to our conversation as we discuss the distinction between pain management and eradication, guiding clients on their movements, uncovering their limitations, and coping mechanisms. We also talk about the relationship between skin and pure movement—a topic you won't want to miss.     Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.functionalsynergy.com/278

Today is a very special episode as I welcome Laurie-Anne Lemothe back to the podcast. A current trainee and soon-to-be graduate of my yoga therapy accredited by IAYT program, she is here to share her experiences working with neurodivergent clientele.     Listen in to hear Laurie-Anne describe the role of environmental stimuli—including the health professional—when treating a neurodivergent client, the success she's had with her most recent patient, and how she's used teachings from the IAYT program in her practice.     Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.functionalsynergy.com/277

As we continue our mini-series on bone health, and especially on osteoporosis, I'm speaking with a very special guest today: Melanie Metrow, a physical therapist and trainee in my IAYT program.   In this conversation we're talking about the role fear can play when trying to live with osteoporosis and how that fear impacts our autonomic nervous system (ANS). Listen in as we discuss, in detail, how the ANS responds to our environment, the power of receiving an osteoporosis diagnosis in a compassionate manner, as well as some safety tips applicable for clients.     Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.functionalsynergy.com/264

Welcome to an all-new mini-series about bone health. In this episode, I will be introducing this topic with a very special guest, Laurie-Anne Lamothe, a yoga teacher and soon-to-be graduate of my yoga therapy accredited IAYT program. Listen in as Laurie-Anne discusses why there's so much fear present around osteoporosis and the current care gap that exists between treatment and information provided to patients. She'll also be providing several client case studies to illustrate her experience helping others feel empowered in their movements.     Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.functionalsynergy.com/262

In this enlightening episode, we delve into the world of yoga therapy with Kelly Froio, the IAYT Membership Coordinator, and Marita Greenridge, the IAYT Marketing and Communications Director. Our guests shed light on the International Association of Yoga Therapists' (IAYT) dual online platforms aimed at both members and the public, highlighting the organization's efforts to educate on yoga therapy and facilitate finding certified therapists. The conversation also explores the significance of the SYTAR conference, revealing its pivotal role in fostering connections within the yoga community, discussing its evolution, and unveiling the anticipated lineup for SYTAR 2024, including notable speakers like Ganesh Mohan, Heather Mason, Chanda Hinton, Chanda Williams and Doug Keller. The episode rounds out with a look ahead to the Symposium for Yoga Therapy Research at Kripalu, promising a continuation of IAYT's mission to unite and advance the field.Introduction to IAYT's Online Platforms: Overview of the two distinct websites operated by IAYT, tailored to serve its members and the general public, aiming to spread awareness about yoga therapy and how to locate a certified yoga therapist.SYTAR Conference Highlights: Discussion on the essence of the SYTAR conference, emphasizing its importance for creating meaningful connections, sharing expertise, and laying the groundwork for collaborative efforts—all while enjoying the collective spirit and fun of the yoga community.Evolution of SYTAR 2024: Insights into the new developments for the upcoming SYTAR conference, showcasing how the event continues to grow and adapt to meet the needs of the yoga therapy community.2024 Event Lineup and Keynotes: Preview of what attendees can expect at SYTAR 2024, including an impressive roster of speakers.Symposium for Yoga Therapy Research: Introduction to the annual fall conference held at Kripalu, focusing on yoga therapy research, furthering IAYT's commitment to the professional development and recognition of yoga therapy.  If you would like to receive the free infographics and handouts that correspond to each episode on the Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast, please subscribe to our segmented email list. You will have the opportunity to determine the Infographic Topics that you would like to receive. When The Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast has a topic that corresponds to your choices, then you will receive an email for that week with the PDF's for download.Topics you can choose from include: Yoga Therapy & Mental HealthYoga Therapy & Physical HealthSocial Justice in yoga & Yoga TherapyYoga/Ayurveda ToolboxYoga & Indian PhilosophyGlobal & Trending Yoga Therapy TopicsClick the link below to subscribe. It takes 10 seconds total.https://amywheeler.com/subscribe Find IAYT:www.IAYT.orgwww.YogaTherapy.Health Check out Amy's website Visit Amy's training section on her website to check out the courses belowYoga therapy training courses 865-certified-yoga-therapist-program www.optimalstateyoganidra.comwww.TheOptimalState.com

In this episode, I was joined by Marita Greenidge and Kelly Froio. Marita and Kelly both work with the IAYT, or International Association of Yoga Therapists, and we spoke  about this year's Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research (known as SYTAR) that is presented by the IAYT. This year's conference will be June 10–22 in Scottsdale, AZ and will include keynotes, workshops, roundtables networking opportunities, and many other sessions.Support the showConnect with Inner Peace Yoga Therapy Email us: info@innerpeaceyogatherapy.com Website Instagram Facebook

What is the experience of living with "High Functioning Anxiety" and how can Yoga Therapy Help? This is part 1 in a multi-episode series on understanding and overcoming the pressure of High Functioning Anxiety - through building a better relationship with SELF. Thanks for being here! -Laura Occupational Therapist Yoga Therapist www.LauraGyoga.com The Virtual (Yoga Therapy) Studio: Our Community for Healing & Personal Development: Here --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yogafocus/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yogafocus/support

Before we look into meditation techniques and philosophy, it can be beneficial to get an understanding of why we even meditate at all. In today's episode, Brandt will be sharing the different reasons we might start a meditation practice through the birth of spiritual desire. Listen to this episode to orientate to this reasoning as a practitioner or a meditation teacher. This was a clip taken from our Meditation Mentor Certification Program. Our next training begins soon, join the waitlist: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Don't forget to let us know in the comments why you practice! Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:38 - Why we meditate according to Yogic Texts 05:02 - The birth of spiritual desire 09:50 - The different reasons people meditate 11:00 - What it means to be ‘on the path' 12:38 - An inquiry: why do you practice? Breathing Deeply is a Yoga Therapy and Meditation School, founded by lead teacher Brand Passalacqua in 2014. We hold online and in-person Yoga Therapy Foundations and IAYT accredited Advanced Programs and retreats along with Meditation Programs, mentor certifications and holistic weight loss with Being At Peace with Food. Breathing Deeply is made up of an active and thriving community of yogis, caregivers, therapists, teachers, medical professionals, parents & children with the same intention—to serve others, lessen suffering, and co-create a new paradigm in wellness. Join us! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xnBaxz Website: https://bit.ly/37tGSnr Insight Timer: https://bit.ly/3ifkrs2 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xlSCmh Blog: https://bit.ly/3rMo77T Yoga Therapy Programs: https://bit.ly/40Tyxmc Meditation Mentor Certification Program: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Meditation Program 30 day free trial: https://bit.ly/3jbO6lo 6 Week Free Course - Radically Balanced Yogi: https://bit.ly/2WX1HGc

Heather Grzych is the author of The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility, host of the Wisdom of the Body podcast and offers Ayurveda consultations and programs. She credits Ayurveda with healing her fertility and digestive issues, helping her conceive naturally and have a child the year she turned 40. A board-certified Ayurvedic Practitioner with a Master's Degree in Ayurveda, Heather also serves on the Board of Directors for the National Ayurvedic Medical Association, and loves being a mom. Visit her online at  http://heathergrzych.com. Connect with Heather: Website | Instagram | FacebookEpisode Summary00:00  Unlocking Fertility: Exploring Ayurvedic Practices with Heather Grzych03:01  The Life-Changing Journey to Yoga and Ayurvedic Medicine06:30  The Power of Ayurveda and Personalized Medicine09:41  How Ayurveda Helped Me Conceive and Transform My Life13:29  The Importance of Purification for Pregnancy and Self-Growth21:06  The Importance of Preparing for the Postpartum Period and the Fertility Journey25:16  Discovering Ayurveda for Fertility and Pregnancy29:00  How to Connect and Find Resources with Heather Grish* The Baby Dust Fertility Podcast is hosted by Hannah Bowers. Follow her on Instagram for tips, insight, and encouragement.* New to TTC? Download our FREE eBook.* Want to improve your fertility? Enroll in Hannah's course, “The Fertility Roadmap,” where she walks you through identifying peak fertility, which pregnancy tests to use, proven lifestyle shifts for balanced hormones, and so much more. Sign up here.Support the ShowLove the show? Support the Baby Dust Fertility Podcast by shopping through our affiliate links when placing your next order.* Favorite Products (Amazon)* Fullwell Prenatal, Nourished Nerves & More save with code BLISSBERRYWELLNESS* Seeking Health Prenatal for Him & Her DM for latest coupon code.* needed. Powdered Prenatal, Pre/Probiotic, Egg Quality Support & More save with code BLISSBERRYWELLNESS20* Agni Fertility Box & More save with code blissberrywellness* Inito Fertility Monitor save with code HANNAH15* Proov Complete, PdG Tests, Balancing Oil & More save with code blissberrywellness* Tempdrop Wearable Fertility Monitor save with code blissberrywellnessDisclaimer: This email is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please speak to your care provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, or currently prescribed medications. *This email contains affiliate links. You will not be charged extra for purchasing through one of our links, but a small portion of the proceeds will go to support Baby Dust. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit babydust.substack.com

In today's episode, we are sharing a clip from a live Q&A that Brandt facilitated with students inside the Breathing Deeply Meditation Mentor Certification Program. In this episode, Brandt's discussion covers how philosophical texts and personal practice work together, studying meditation philosophy, advice on approaching students' questions, how to deal with a student who is very restless and the intake process for new mentees. This episode is full of golden nuggets for anyone wanting to guide others through their personal evolution using meditation as a tool! Brandt facilitates live Q&A sessions for all members of our meditation certification program! Join us and begin your journey to becoming a certified Breathing Deeply Meditation Teacher: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Not ready to teach but want to deepen your personal practice with Brandt? Join our meditation community, free for 30 days! https://bit.ly/3jbO6lo Om Shanthi Timestamps podcast: 00:00 - Intro 00:37 - How much personal practice vs study of philosophical texts is needed as a meditation mentor? 04:25 - Will we ever fully understand all of the meditation philosophy? 04:54 - What should I do if I don't know the answer to a student's question? 08:53 - What feedback can I give a student who wants to move a lot during meditation? 13:28 - What is the intake process for meditation mentorship? Breathing Deeply is a Yoga Therapy and Meditation School, founded by lead teacher Brand Passalacqua in 2014. We hold online and in-person Yoga Therapy Foundations and IAYT accredited Advanced Programs and retreats along with Meditation Programs, mentor certifications and holistic weight loss with Being At Peace with Food. Breathing Deeply is made up of an active and thriving community of yogis, caregivers, therapists, teachers, medical professionals, parents & children with the same intention—to serve others, lessen suffering, and co-create a new paradigm in wellness. Join us! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xnBaxz Website: https://bit.ly/37tGSnr Insight Timer: https://bit.ly/3ifkrs2 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xlSCmh Blog: https://bit.ly/3rMo77T Yoga Therapy Programs: https://bit.ly/40Tyxmc Meditation Mentor Certification Program: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Meditation Program 30 day free trial: https://bit.ly/3jbO6lo 6 Week Free Course - Radically Balanced Yogi: https://bit.ly/2WX1HGc

In today's episode, Joe Simek, Breathing Deeply assistant teacher, sits down with Breathing Deeply founder Brandt Passalacqua to talk about yoga therapy and mental health. With mental health, it is not a one size fits all approach. At Breathing Deeply, we teach our students how to create individualized practices that empower their clients to take their health into their own hands! Listen in as Brandt shares with us how yoga therapy's approach to mental health is different yet complementary to mainstream western medicine. Find out what the process is for assessing someone's mental health as a yoga therapist and developing specific yoga practices that work the best for an individual to help them reach their mental health goals. Each person lands at their mental state depending on their own personal journey and their specific imbalances, meaning with yoga therapy two people who are both suffering from anxiety may be given completely different practices. Brandt discusses the multiple assessment models taught at Breathing Deeply which are used to come up with an individualized practice that unfolds in relationship with each client. He then walks us through his process for assessing & curating a practice for a client with anxiety. Breathing Deeply's goal is to bring balance back to the entire system of all of our clients to lessen their suffering. Discover what sets Breathing Deeply from other yoga therapy schools! Om Shanthi This episode covers: The difference between yoga therapy's approach to mental health & the traditional standard of care given in western medicine What does the assessment of someone's mental health look like in yoga therapy? The difference between going to a yoga class for mental health benefits and seeing a yoga therapist The most important distinction between Breathing Deeply and other yoga therapy schools Seeing our yoga therapy clients as people, not conditions The models we use to teach our students to individualize yoga therapy practices for their clients The process for a new yoga therapy client who comes in with anxiety Breathing Deeply is a Yoga Therapy and Meditation School, founded by lead teacher Brand Passalacqua in 2014. We hold online and in-person Yoga Therapy Foundations and IAYT accredited Advanced Programs and retreats along with Meditation Programs, mentor certifications and holistic weight loss with Being At Peace with Food. Breathing Deeply is made up of an active and thriving community of yogis, caregivers, therapists, teachers, medical professionals, parents & children with the same intention—to serve others, lessen suffering, and co-create a new paradigm in wellness. Join us! Website: bit.ly/37tGSnr Insight Timer: bit.ly/3ifkrs2 Instagram: bit.ly/3xnBaxz Facebook: bit.ly/3xlSCmh Blog: bit.ly/3rMo77T Breathing Deeply Courses: bit.ly/3ykU3CS Meditation Program 30 day free trial: bit.ly/3jbO6lo 6 Week Free Course - Radically Balanced Yogi: bit.ly/2WX1HGc

Key Takeaways:Impact on Autonomic Nervous System:Yoga plays a crucial role in balancing the autonomic nervous system.Catherine says, “The Autonomic Nervous System is everything.” Amy agrees!It can offer profound effects through simple practices.Pearl of Wisdom:The simplest practices in yoga often yield the deepest impact. It's the simplicity and subtleness that bring profound shifts and healing.Working with People Who Experience Symptoms of Trauma:Working with trauma victims necessitates a deep sense of humility and awareness of one's own biases and limitations.A trauma-sensitive approach is paramount in dealing with clients with different traumatic experiences.Collaboration and Holistic Approach to Yoga Therapy and Physical Therapy:Interdisciplinary collaboration enriches the healing experience, offering patients a more comprehensive and holistic approach to their health.Integrating yoga therapy into these collaborations can yield remarkable healing outcomes.Yoga Therapy vs Physical Therapy:Yoga Therapy is about understanding the interconnectedness of physical body, mind and emotions. Traditional Physical Therapy is about restoring function to certain areas of the body.Lifestyle Medicine and Individual Context:Lifestyle advice should be given in context and should be free from judgment. The hard part is watching ourselves create biases in our minds.Empowering patients through motivational interviewing and trauma-informed principles is critical.Research and its Integration:Studies by Dr. Robert Saper and Paula Gardner provide valuable insights into the efficacy of yoga therapy in diverse populations and chronic pain.The integration of research findings into practical applications can bridge the gap between conventional PT and yoga therapy.   If you would like to receive the free infographics and handouts that correspond to each episode on the Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast, please subscribe to our segmented email list. You will have the opportunity to determine the Infographic Topics that you would like to receive. When The Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast has a topic that corresponds to your choices, then you will receive an email for that week with the PDF's for download.Topics you can choose from include: • Yoga Therapy & Mental Health• Yoga Therapy & Physical Health• Social Justice in yoga & Yoga Therapy• Yoga/Ayurveda Toolbox• Yoga & Indian Philosophy• Global & Trending Yoga Therapy TopicsClick the link below to subscribe. It takes 10 seconds total.https://amywheeler.com/subscribe The Optimal State and Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast also has a Patreon page. We now have 5 staff that help us product the audio and video versions of the podcast.  Optimal State Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/yogatherapyhour The new You Tube Channel for this podcast is: YouTube: AmyWheelerPhd    https://www.youtube.com/c/AmyWheelerphd Check out Amy's website: amy@amywheeler.com and www.TheOptimalState.com Free 12-Days of Yoga Nidra Course and Yoga Nidra Facilitator's Course: www.OptimalStateYogaNidra.com Feel free to use download our free eBook and mobile App by going to the websites below.www.OptimalStateApp.comwww.GoldZoneBook.com To contact Catherine Justice:Website: www.artofwellness.yogaInstagram: Artofwellness.yogaFacebook: Art of Yoga Therapy

The Manomaya kosha is the layer of our being that represents the intellect and the conscious mind. This is the level of our conscious thoughts. The Manomaya kosha is one of the most important koshas, because of the huge effect it has on us. Because the mind is so powerful, it can affect all the other 4 koshas dramatically. We can think of the Manomaya kosha as the pivotal centerpiece in the 5 kosha model. This is why, as yoga therapists, it is important to ensure the Manomaya kosha is healthy and balanced through specific practices. In this episode, Brandt shares the role the Manomaya Kosha plays in our mental and physical health and the two ways we work with the Manomaya Kosha as yoga therapists. Brandt then takes us on an exploration of chapter one of the yoga sutras and how we can apply the teachings in the yoga sutras to the Manomaya kosha personally and in a therapeutic context. This was a clip taken from inside the Manomaya Kosha Module of our Yoga Therapy Foundations Program. Our next class starts on the 16th of November 2023: https://bit.ly/40Tyxmc Om Shanthi This episode covers: The role the Manomaya kosha plays How we can take our health back in our hands The placebo effect & the power of the mind and disease The two ways we work with the Manomaya kosha The shame people feel around mental health Chapter one of The Yoga Sutras Chapter One: Higher Samadhi The yoga sutras from a therapeutic point of view Breathing Deeply is a Yoga Therapy and Meditation School, founded by lead teacher Brand Passalacqua in 2014. We hold online and in-person Yoga Therapy Foundations and IAYT accredited Advanced Programs and retreats along with Meditation Programs, mentor certifications and holistic weight loss with Being At Peace with Food. Breathing Deeply is made up of an active and thriving community of yogis, caregivers, therapists, teachers, medical professionals, parents & children with the same intention—to serve others, lessen suffering, and co-create a new paradigm in wellness. Join us! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xnBaxz Website: https://bit.ly/37tGSnr Insight Timer: https://bit.ly/3ifkrs2 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xlSCmh Blog: https://bit.ly/3rMo77T Yoga Therapy Programs: https://bit.ly/40Tyxmc Meditation Mentor Certification Program: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Meditation Program 30 day free trial: https://bit.ly/3jbO6lo 6 Week Free Course - Radically Balanced Yogi: https://bit.ly/2WX1HGc

In today's Q&A, Breathing Deeply founder and lead teacher, Brandt Passalacqua sits down with his students to ask their yoga therapy questions. Brandt answers questions covering advice on how to work with teenagers struggling with body image issues, ways to approach hormone imbalances in women and dosha assessments in yoga therapy and our advanced program. This clip has been taken from a live Q&A session with Brandt and his yoga therapy students. We hope you enjoy this Q&A. Let us know in the comments any key takeaways you had and share it with someone you think it may benefit! Our next Yoga Therapy Course starts on November 16 2023. Find out more information here: https://bit.ly/3lxc0KK Om Shanthi, Om Peace This episode covers: How can I help a young client struggling with body image and mental health? How would you approach working with hormonal imbalances as a yoga therapist? Will I be able to assess someone based on their doshas after this course? Is doshic assessment covered in the advanced program? Breathing Deeply is a Yoga Therapy and Meditation School, founded by lead teacher Brand Passalacqua in 2014. We hold online and in-person Yoga Therapy Foundations and IAYT accredited Advanced Programs and retreats along with Meditation Programs, mentor certifications and holistic weight loss with Being At Peace with Food. Breathing Deeply is made up of an active and thriving community of yogis, caregivers, therapists, teachers, medical professionals, parents & children with the same intention—to serve others, lessen suffering, and co-create a new paradigm in wellness. Join us! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xnBaxz Website: https://bit.ly/37tGSnr Insight Timer: https://bit.ly/3ifkrs2 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xlSCmh Blog: https://bit.ly/3rMo77T Yoga Therapy Programs: https://bit.ly/40Tyxmc Meditation Mentor Certification Program: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Meditation Program 30 day free trial: https://bit.ly/3jbO6lo 6 Week Free Course - Radically Balanced Yogi: https://bit.ly/2WX1HGc

When we achieve balance throughout all 5 of our koshas (physical, energetic, mental, intuitive and spiritual) we are put into union with our own nature. Very few people (even spiritual yogis) put in the effort in their daily practice to touch on regulating each of the 5 koshas. However, without a practice that incorporates radical balance of all aspects of our being, we may miss out on the alleviation of suffering, and obtaining a wider perspective and connection to our spiritual nature. When we find radical balance and maintain, life truly does become sweeter. In this episode, learn how you can achieve and maintain balance throughout all of the koshas, examples of how your practice can incorporate all of the koshas, our motivations for practising and also what it means to be a ‘householder' practitioner. Learn more about how to balance each kosha by watching this playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLotz2nKktM7X5R2Y8ohFQ6DzcWce2uOtX This episode was taken as an excerpt from our FREE 6-week course the Radically Balanced Yogi! Sign up to receive access to practices and techniques to balance each of the 5 koshas: https://bit.ly/2WX1HGc This episode covers: Achieving radical balance Using the koshas as a map to radical balance Maintaining the balance of the koshas Examples of how to balance the koshas as part of a daily practice: 3 options 3 stages of our motivation to practice Practising as a household (not a monk) How these practices can help us manage duality Breathing Deeply is a Yoga Therapy and Meditation School, founded by lead teacher Brand Passalacqua in 2014. We hold online and in-person Yoga Therapy Foundations and IAYT accredited Advanced Programs and retreats along with Meditation Programs, mentor certifications and holistic weight loss with Being At Peace with Food. Breathing Deeply is made up of an active and thriving community of yogis, caregivers, therapists, teachers, medical professionals, parents & children with the same intention—to serve others, lessen suffering, and co-create a new paradigm in wellness. Join us! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xnBaxz Website: https://bit.ly/37tGSnr Insight Timer: https://bit.ly/3ifkrs2 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xlSCmh Blog: https://bit.ly/3rMo77T Yoga Therapy Programs: https://bit.ly/40Tyxmc Meditation Mentor Certification Program: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Meditation Program 30 day free trial: https://bit.ly/3jbO6lo 6 Week Free Course - Radically Balanced Yogi: https://bit.ly/2WX1HGc

Creating Wellness From Within is a podcast devoted to empowering you to live your best life by taking accountability for your own personal wellness … brought to you in part by Integrated Health Systems located in Denver, CO. Women in particular have a tendency to take care of everyone else around them first, while putting their own self care and wellness on the back burner. This podcast is designed to give you actionable advice and tools to help you power up your own wellness journey, and live the best life possible!I am your host, Amy Zellmer. I am editor-in-chief of MN YOGA + Life magazine & The Brain Health Magazine, and author of several books. Additionally I am passionate about yoga, photography, wellness, and all things glittery! You can find out more about me at www.creatingwellnessfromwithin.comFollow me on: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter         Today's guest is:  Kristine WeberKristine Kaoverii Weber, MA, c-IAYT, eRYT500 has been an avid student of yoga since 1989, teaching yoga since 1995, and training yoga teachers since 2003. She is the director of the Subtle® Yoga Teacher Training for Behavioral Health Professionals program at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill Health Sciences at MAHEC in Asheville and the yoga therapy representative of the Integrative Health Policy Consortium where she advocates for the integration of yoga into the healthcare system. Kristine presents workshops and trainings internationally and is frequently invited to present at health care and mental health conferences. She is the author of Healing Self Massage and has published numerous articles. Her work has been featured in Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, Yoga Therapy Today, YogaU, Redbook, BodySense, Women's World, Natural Health, and Lifetime TV. Find out more at www.subtleyoga.com.Consider supporting the podcast for $5 a month through Patreon.Support the show

As a meditation teacher or mentor, we need to develop our own personal meditation practice in order to guide others with theirs. In this episode, learn about what a personal practice is, the two distinct aspects of a spiritual practice as well as the 3 part process to construct a meditation practice plus so much more! This was a clip taken from our Meditation Mentor Certification Program. Our next training begins soon, join the waitlist: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh This episode covers: The definition of personal practice The personal aspect of practice Karma & dharma The universal aspect of practice Combining the universal & personal The 3 parts of a meditation practice The commitment of a meditation teacher in this process Different paths to the same place in the yoga tradition Constructing a personal practice Breathing Deeply is a Yoga Therapy and Meditation School, founded by lead teacher Brand Passalacqua in 2014. We hold online and in-person Yoga Therapy Foundations and IAYT accredited Advanced Programs and retreats along with Meditation Programs, mentor certifications and holistic weight loss with Being At Peace with Food. Breathing Deeply is made up of an active and thriving community of yogis, caregivers, therapists, teachers, medical professionals, parents & children with the same intention—to serve others, lessen suffering, and co-create a new paradigm in wellness. Join us! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xnBaxz Website: https://bit.ly/37tGSnr Insight Timer: https://bit.ly/3ifkrs2 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xlSCmh Blog: https://bit.ly/3rMo77T Yoga Therapy Programs: https://bit.ly/40Tyxmc Meditation Mentor Certification Program: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Meditation Program 30 day free trial: https://bit.ly/3jbO6lo 6 Week Free Course - Radically Balanced Yogi: https://bit.ly/2WX1HGc

Prana is the infinite life-force energy that runs through us and is all around us. As yoga therapists, we primarily work with the breath (pranayama) and asana to influence the currents of prana through the system which can have therapeutic effects on many diseases, particularly emotional and mental imbalances. In this episode, learn about the pranamaya kosha, what prana is, our interpretation of the nadis and how yoga therapists use pranayama and other yogic practices to influence the pranic body to bring about healing to our clients. This was a clip taken from inside the Prana Module of our Yoga Therapy Foundations Program. Our next class starts on the 14th of September 2023: https://bit.ly/40Tyxmc This episode covers: What is the pranayama kosha Prana & the nadis Ida, Pingala & Sushumna Nadis How to working on the pranic body with pranayama Regulating disease through the 5 pranas The Bhandas Breath isn't the only way to influence prana The benefits of pranayama in yoga therapy Breathing Deeply is a Yoga Therapy and Meditation School, founded by lead teacher Brand Passalacqua in 2014. We hold online and in-person Yoga Therapy Foundations and IAYT accredited Advanced Programs and retreats along with Meditation Programs, mentor certifications and holistic weight loss with Being At Peace with Food. Breathing Deeply is made up of an active and thriving community of yogis, caregivers, therapists, teachers, medical professionals, parents & children with the same intention—to serve others, lessen suffering, and co-create a new paradigm in wellness. Join us! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xnBaxz Website: https://bit.ly/37tGSnr Insight Timer: https://bit.ly/3ifkrs2 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xlSCmh Blog: https://bit.ly/3rMo77T Yoga Therapy Programs: https://bit.ly/40Tyxmc Meditation Mentor Certification Program: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Meditation Program 30 day free trial: https://bit.ly/3jbO6lo 6 Week Free Course - Radically Balanced Yogi: https://bit.ly/2WX1HGc

In today's Q&A, Breathing Deeply founder and lead teacher, Brandt Passalacqua sits down with his students to ask their yoga therapy questions. Brandt answers questions covering how to balance pitta in young men, applying yoga therapy principles to children, how to safely get into pigeon pose for various levels of flexibility, a basic protocol for working with osteoporosis and advice on how to approach clients with conditions you don't know about. This clip has been taken from a live Q&A session with Brandt and his yoga therapy students. We hope you enjoy this Q&A. Let us know in the comments any key takeaways you had and share it with someone you think it may benefit! Our next Yoga Therapy Course starts on September 14th. Find out more information here: https://bit.ly/3lxc0KK Om Shanthi, Om Peace This episode covers: Advice on what practices to give a 25-year-old male with pitta imbalance How can I apply yoga therapy to children What is a therapeutic way to cue Pigeon pose? What is the yoga therapy protocol for working with Osteoporosis? How do I approach conditions I don't know much about? Breathing Deeply is a Yoga Therapy and Meditation School, founded by lead teacher Brand Passalacqua in 2014. We hold online and in-person Yoga Therapy Foundations and IAYT accredited Advanced Programs and retreats along with Meditation Programs, mentor certifications and holistic weight loss with Being At Peace with Food. Breathing Deeply is made up of an active and thriving community of yogis, caregivers, therapists, teachers, medical professionals, parents & children with the same intention—to serve others, lessen suffering, and co-create a new paradigm in wellness. Join us! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xnBaxz Website: https://bit.ly/37tGSnr Insight Timer: https://bit.ly/3ifkrs2 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xlSCmh Blog: https://bit.ly/3rMo77T Yoga Therapy Programs: https://bit.ly/40Tyxmc Meditation Mentor Certification Program: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Meditation Program 30 day free trial: https://bit.ly/3jbO6lo 6 Week Free Course - Radically Balanced Yogi: https://bit.ly/2WX1HGc

In this episode, Brandt dives deep into an exploration of the Vijnanamaya kosha, also known as our intuition body or our unconscious mind. Learn what the Vijnanamaya kosha is and how it may look or feel for you when it is imbalanced. Discover the four stages or goals of meditation and how meditation works to balance the Vijnanamaya kosha. We look at the Vijnanamaya kosha through the lens of the three doshas and offer three meditation practices to bring balance to the Vijnanamaya kosha. This episode was taken as an excerpt from our FREE 6-week course the Radically Balanced Yogi! Sign up to receive access to the 3 meditations mentioned in this video along with in-depth information on how to balance all of your other koshas: https://bit.ly/2WX1HGc Are you interested in deepening your meditation practice with us? *Join our meditation community (30-day free trial): https://breathingdeeply.com/courses/meditation/ *Register for our waitlist for our meditation mentor certification program: https://breathingdeeply.com/courses/meditation/mentor-certification/ This episode covers: The Vijnanamaya Kosha & signs it is balanced Practices to balance the Vijnanamaya kosha with meditation The four stages of meditation Imbalances in each dosha in the Vijnanamaya kosha Breath meditation for Vata & Pitta Imbalance Meditation on thoughts for vata & kapha imbalance Japa meditation for pitta & kapha imbalance Breathing Deeply is a Yoga Therapy and Meditation School, founded by lead teacher Brand Passalacqua in 2014. We hold online and in-person Yoga Therapy Foundations and IAYT accredited Advanced Programs and retreats along with Meditation Programs, mentor certifications and holistic weight loss with Being At Peace with Food. Breathing Deeply is made up of an active and thriving community of yogis, caregivers, therapists, teachers, medical professionals, parents & children with the same intention—to serve others, lessen suffering, and co-create a new paradigm in wellness. Join us! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xnBaxz Website: https://bit.ly/37tGSnr Insight Timer: https://bit.ly/3ifkrs2 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xlSCmh Blog: https://bit.ly/3rMo77T Yoga Therapy Programs: https://bit.ly/40Tyxmc Meditation Mentor Certification Program: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Meditation Program 30 day free trial: https://bit.ly/3jbO6lo 6 Week Free Course - Radically Balanced Yogi: https://bit.ly/2WX1HGc

In today's episode, we are sharing a clip from a live Q&A that Brandt facilitated with students inside the Breathing Deeply Meditation Mentor Certification Program. In this episode, Brandt's discussion covers how to guide people when teaching yoga philosophy, desire and non-duality, whether non-dual philosophy can help people suffering from addiction and what the different goals of our practice may be. Brandt facilitates live Q&A sessions for all members of our meditation certification program! Join us and begin your journey to becoming a certified Breathing Deeply Meditation Teacher: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Not ready to teach but want to deepen your personal practice with Brandt? Join our meditation community, free for 30 days! https://bit.ly/3jbO6lo Om Shanthi This episode covers: How do you guide people on dual vs non-dual yoga philosophy as a meditation mentor? How can I reconcile desire with the non-dualistic point of view? Is the philosophy of the Spanda Karika helpful for addiction? Is it better to study one yoga text at a time or study different philosophies together? What is the goal of practice if it isn't enlightenment? Breathing Deeply is a Yoga Therapy and Meditation School, founded by lead teacher Brand Passalacqua in 2014. We hold online and in-person Yoga Therapy Foundations and IAYT accredited Advanced Programs and retreats along with Meditation Programs, mentor certifications and holistic weight loss with Being At Peace with Food. Breathing Deeply is made up of an active and thriving community of yogis, caregivers, therapists, teachers, medical professionals, parents & children with the same intention—to serve others, lessen suffering, and co-create a new paradigm in wellness. Join us! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xnBaxz Website: https://bit.ly/37tGSnr Insight Timer: https://bit.ly/3ifkrs2 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xlSCmh Blog: https://bit.ly/3rMo77T Yoga Therapy Programs: https://bit.ly/40Tyxmc Meditation Mentor Certification Program: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Meditation Program 30 day free trial: https://bit.ly/3jbO6lo 6 Week Free Course - Radically Balanced Yogi: https://bit.ly/2WX1HGc

Beth and Amy talk about how small traumas and big traumas throughout all the years of our life leave their imprint on the autonomic nervous system. Beth explains that the nervous system almost has scar like residuals that cause problems later in life, impacting many other systems of the body: digestive system, immune system, cardiovascular system, endocrine system and more. Beth has recently written a book called Trauma-Aware Yoga & Movement Therapeutics for Older Adults: Managing Common Conditions by Healing the Nervous System. ·     Beth talks about how “finding a sense of safety in your own body” is the key to healing and yoga therapy offers a “bottom up” approach (from the body, through the nervous system, and finally to the brain).·     Amy and Beth talk about how Beth began finding literature about the Vagus Nerve all the way back in 2004 and intuitively knew that this might be the key to healing from the inside out, both mental and physical problems.·     Beth discusses the Glymphatic System (lymph system in the brain) and how it cleans out debris, which is so necessary for mental health.·     Beth takes us through a wonderful deep head massage that we highly recommend you get on our You Tube Channel to watch, that is Optimal State with Amy Wheeler You Tube Channel.·     Then Amy and Beth talk about the Phrenic Nerve and the importance of breathing, moving the respiratory diaphragm, again leading to the bottom-up healing approach.If you would like to receive the free infographics and handouts that correspond to each episode on the Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast, please subscribe to our segmented email list. You will have the opportunity to determine the Infographic Topics that you would like to receive. When The Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast has a topic that corresponds to your choices, then you will receive an email for that week with the PDF's for download.Topics you can choose from include: Yoga Therapy & Mental HealthYoga Therapy & Physical HealthSocial Justice in yoga & Yoga TherapyYoga/Ayurveda ToolboxYoga & Indian PhilosophyGlobal & Trending Yoga Therapy TopicsClick the link below to subscribe. It takes 10 seconds total.https://amywheeler.com/subscribe Check out Amy's website Visit Amy's training section on her website to check out the courses belowYoga therapy training courses 865-certified-yoga-therapist-program www.optimalstateyoganidra.com Contact Beth Spindler: https://www.bethspindleryogatherapy-teachtoinspire.comNew Book: Trauma-Aware Yoga & Movement Therapeutics for Older Adults by Singing Dragon Publisher

Working with the pranic body through pranayama can often have really amazing results for yoga therapy clients. Whether is it yoga therapy for mental health or yoga therapy for chronic pain or any other imbalance in the doshas. In this episode, learn about the different doshic imbalances that can be addressed through pranayama as well as the art of balancing the doshas. We also cover 2 case studies for the successful treatment of health conditions using pranayama therapeutically. This episode covers: Why pranayama is so powerful Vata imbalances Pitta Imbalances Kapha Imbalances The art of balancing the doshas Pranayama for physical conditions Therapeutic pranayama case studies Breathing Deeply is an Online Yoga Therapy and Meditation School, founded by lead teacher Brand Passalacqua in 2014. We hold online and in-person Yoga Therapy Programs and Certifications and IAYT accredited Advanced Yoga Therapy Programs. We also offer a Meditation Mentor Certification a meditation program and a specialised holistic weight loss yoga therapy program. On this podcast, we share information about yoga therapy, and online yoga therapy training and we answer our yoga therapy and meditation student's questions with the intention of creating a new paradigm in wellness. Join us! Breathing Deeply is a Yoga Therapy and Meditation School, founded by lead teacher Brand Passalacqua in 2014. We hold online and in-person Yoga Therapy Foundations and IAYT accredited Advanced Programs and retreats along with Meditation Programs, mentor certifications and holistic weight loss with Being At Peace with Food. Breathing Deeply is made up of an active and thriving community of yogis, caregivers, therapists, teachers, medical professionals, parents & children with the same intention—to serve others, lessen suffering, and co-create a new paradigm in wellness. Join us! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xnBaxz Website: https://bit.ly/37tGSnr Insight Timer: https://bit.ly/3ifkrs2 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xlSCmh Blog: https://bit.ly/3rMo77T Yoga Therapy Programs: https://bit.ly/40Tyxmc Meditation Mentor Certification Program: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Meditation Program 30 day free trial: https://bit.ly/3jbO6lo 6 Week Free Course - Radically Balanced Yogi: https://bit.ly/2WX1HGc

Today is a great conversation about linking, meditation, and yoga therapy. Our guest is Amanda Green, who is a Certified Yoga Therapist and expert in teaching and guiding students and teachers in meditation, breath, postures, and chanting to foster healing and balance at Innermost Yoga and Yoga Well Institute. (Scroll down for whole bio and links.) 2:20 Amanda's journey 5:10 What is Yoga Therapy? (vs. private yoga) 7:00 Two ways we develop patterns 8:45 All about the Sixth Chakra: Ajna 10:30 What is linking? 16:00 Four reasons to meditate, according to the Yoga Sutras 20:25 Linking to a sunflower 22:20Like attracts like and the gunas 26:00 Dismantling our own structures: When and why we need help 28:00 How attachment to a meditation object can cause problems 35:20 When it's helpful choose your own object meditation 37:30 For those who can't visualize... 43:24 How to learn from Amanda Want to learn more and experience object meditation? Listen to Episode 89 of Ready, Get Centered, Go! with Jess G Read this BLOG post from October, 2020. Learn more about Yoga Therapy, and how we might start this journey together! Get started or continue on your personal chakra journey: 3 questions to get you started: ⁠Chakra Savvy Quickie Quiz⁠ ⁠⁠ Settle into some journaling questions and a video guide with the ⁠Chakra Check-In Self Assessment⁠  Listen about each chakra and keep it all straight with the ⁠Chakra Savvy Cheat Sheet ⁠ More resources, links, and a form for thoughts and questions are at ⁠Jessgoulding.com/podcast.⁠ Connect with Jess on  ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ ⁠Jessgoulding.com⁠ BIOGRAPHY Amanda Green is dedicated to helping individuals recover physical and emotional health and to age well. In the process, students learn to move with the breath and spine and to train the mind. Her teaching style is clear and practical and includes discussion and reflection,  movement, breathing techniques, meditation, yogic philosophy, and vedic chant. Amanda is great at creating an efficient daily routine to meet the needs and interests of each client. Individual support and this evolving home practice is where the life-magic happens. Amanda took her first yoga class in 2001 and has been practicing ever since. After moving from Seattle to Austin in 2010, she took her first yoga training and began teaching yoga full-time. Amanda met her teacher and mentor, Chase Bossart in 2011. At this time, her yoga practice took a turn toward a therapeutic approach and she went on to become a certified yoga therapist, to see clients, and to train other yoga teachers to do the same. Amanda Green is a graduate of the YATNA yoga therapy program and an IAYT-certified yoga therapist. She offers group classes and individual yoga therapy to students online and at her private studio, Innermost Yoga in Austin, TX. Amanda is faculty at Yoga Well Institute and teaches in the 1,500 hour therapist training program. When Amanda isn't teaching, you can find her hanging out with her awesome family, gardening, painting, or singing karaoke, usually out of tune. TAGS awareness,  mindfulness,   self study,   svadyaya,   self awareness,    chakras,    yoga,   yoga therapy, meditation

What if your personal journey through pregnancy loss, ectopic pregnancies, and a home birth could empower others facing similar struggles? That's exactly what Arya Pretlow, a certified nurse, midwife, lactation consultant, yoga therapist, and soon-to-be doctor-of-nursing practice, shares with us in this enlightening episode. We delve into Arya's rollercoaster experiences, from infertility heartaches to a successful home birth, and how these moments have shaped her career, and helped her connect with patients on a deeper level.Arya shares her pregnancy journey and the strategies she used, like acupuncture, to improve pregnancy symptoms and promote natural labor.  We also touch on the importance of increased monitoring in late pregnancy, relying on clinical evidence to make informed decisions, having a plan for a safe delivery if there are unexpected challenges in the home birth, and the significance of trusting one's intuition during this process.We explore how Arya navigated her delightfully unexpected pregnancy and planned home birth with the help of her husband and midwife. We discuss the safety parameters for a successful out-of-hospital birth, effective pushing techniques, and anatomy awareness during labor. Additionally, we emphasize the importance of sharing personal experiences and navigating conversations around pregnancy loss to foster understanding and support. Arya's resilience and openness to unexpected outcomes serves as a powerful reminder for all of us to trust our bodies and advocate for ourselves in our healthcare journeys.You can connect with Arya at www.apwellnessservices.com Coaching offerSupport the showConnect with Kelly Hof at kellyhof.comMedical Disclaimer:This podcast is intended as a safe space for women to share their birth experiences. It is not intended to provide medical advice. Each woman's medical course of action is individual and may not appropriately transfer to another similar situation. Please speak to your medical provider before making any medical decisions. Additionally, it is important to keep in mind that evidence based practice evolves as our knowledge of science improves. To the best of my ability I will attempt to present the most current ACOG and AWHONN recommendations at the time the podcast is recorded, but that may not necessarily reflect the best practices at the time the podcast is heard. Additionally, guests sharing their stories have the right to autonomy in their medical decisions, and may share their choice to go against current practice recommendations. I intend to hold space for people to share their decisions. I will attempt to share the current recommendations so that my audience is informed, but it is up to each individual to choose what is best for them.

Anne and Amy discuss the beauty and challenges of aging, both for us and our elderly parents and clients. They talk about how yoga therapy can assist aging parents in those times between physical therapy appointments and after insurance no longer approves more sessions. The approach of yoga therapy is a Wholistic approach that focuses on physical improvements, breathing exercises, mental and emotional well-being, combatting loneliness and creating connection, and possibly even feeling the spirit alive and well in one's life.·     Anne gives examples of how she helps her clients improve their physical activity and mobility, having an Associates Degree in Physical Therapy and being a Yoga Therapist.·     The importance of breath and the impact on the nervous system is discussed.·     How elderly people need meaning and purpose, and a reason to wake-up in the morning.·     The deep connections that are sometimes formed between the client and yoga therapist and even the client's family.·     Helping clients manage their body and mind as it deteriorates, cleaning up any regrets and getting honest about their life.·     Tuning into the sacred or spirit-filled areas of their lives.If you would like to receive the free infographics and handouts that correspond to each episode on the Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast, please subscribe to our segmented email list. You will have the opportunity to determine the Infographic Topics that you would like to receive. When The Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast has a topic that corresponds to your choices, then you will receive an email for that week with the PDF's for download.Topics you can choose from include: Yoga Therapy & Mental HealthYoga Therapy & Physical HealthSocial Justice in yoga & Yoga TherapyYoga/Ayurveda ToolboxYoga & Indian PhilosophyGlobal & Trending Yoga Therapy TopicsClick the link below to subscribe. It takes 10 seconds total.https://amywheeler.com/subscribe Check out Amy's websiteVisit Amy's training section on her website to check out the courses belowYoga therapy training courses865-certified-yoga-therapist-programwww.optimalstateyoganidra.com Contact Anne Smith Basco: therapeuticyogawithanne.com (do not use- www at the beginning)

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Introduction: Discover the transformative power of healing pelvic floor dysfunction in this enlightening episode of The Yoga Therapy Hour. Join Amy and Leslie as they delve into the depths of urinary incontinence, chronic pain, painful sex, and other difficulties associated with pelvic floor dysfunction. Leslie, a renowned expert, shares her personal journey of overcoming pelvic floor dysfunction and her subsequent specialization, which led to groundbreaking research studies at the prestigious University of California at San Francisco.Episode Highlights:·        Leslie's Inspirational Journey: From Personal Healing to Empowering Others Leslie opens up about her own experience of healing her pelvic floor dysfunction, serving as a testament to the possibilities of recovery and rejuvenation.·        Exploring Pelvic Floor Anatomy, Cultural Messaging, and Energetics Delve into the intricate details of pelvic floor anatomy while unraveling the impact of cultural messaging and energetics on pelvic floor health.·        The Power of Breath: Unlocking Pelvic Floor Wellness Discover the crucial role of appropriate breathing in maintaining a healthy pelvic floor. Learn how reverse breathing negatively affects the pelvic floor and explore effective breathing techniques for optimal pelvic floor function.·        Leslie's Three Essential Areas for Pelvic Floor Well-being Explore Leslie's three key areas: breath awareness, alignment in postures, and mastering the art of engaging and relaxing the pelvic floor muscles. Gain insights into how these practices contribute to healing and revitalizing the pelvic floor.·        Understanding Hypertonic and Hypotonic Pelvic Floor Conditions Uncover the differences between hypertonic and hypotonic pelvic floor conditions and gain a deeper understanding of how certain individuals may experience excessive tightness or looseness in either side of their bodies.·        Allopathic Modalities: Pros and Cons Learn about various allopathic modalities commonly used to address pelvic floor dysfunction. Explore the advantages and disadvantages of each approach, empowering you to make informed decisions about your own healing journey.·        The Power of Collaboration: Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy and Yoga Discover the benefits of incorporating pelvic floor physical therapy alongside a dedicated daily yoga practice tailored to pelvic floor health. Gain practical insights into optimizing your healing journey.Don't miss this empowering episode packed with valuable knowledge on healing pelvic floor dysfunction. Tune in now to The Yoga Therapy Hour and embark on a transformative path to freedom from chronic pain and discomfort.  If you would like to receive the free infographics and handouts that correspond to each episode on the Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast, please subscribe to our segmented email list. You will have the opportunity to determine the Infographic Topics that you would like to receive. When The Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast has a topic that corresponds to your choices, then you will receive an email for that week with the PDF's for download.Topics you can choose from include: Yoga Therapy & Mental HealthYoga Therapy & Physical HealthSocial Justice in yoga & Yoga TherapyYoga/Ayurveda ToolboxYoga & Indian PhilosophyGlobal & Trending Yoga Therapy TopicsClick the link below to subscribe. It takes 10 seconds total.https://amywheeler.com/subscribe Check out Amy's website Visit Amy's training section on her website to check out the courses belowYoga therapy training courses 865-certified-yoga-therapist-program  Leslie Howard:www.LeslieHowardYoga.com

Movement teacher Simon joins Mark to talk breath, relaxed energy, “no pain no game”, “looking good”, Iyengar, yoga iconoclast, the stretch reflex, movement vs poses, the future of yoga, yoga as drugs, over-breathing, excess and decadence, chi kung, exercise and longevity. For more from embodiment leaders, live workshops and certifications www.embodimentunlimited.com https://www.instagram.com/warkmalsh/ Simon Borg-Olivier, MSc BAppSc (Physiotherapy) APAM c-IAYT, has been practicing traditional forms of posture, movement, breathing, and mental control for 50 years. He has been teaching for 38 years and has been a registered physiotherapist for 23 years.  Simon works as a research scientist and a University lecturer. He has been regularly invited to teach about lifestyle, posture, movement, breathing, and meditation at conferences, festivals, and intensive teacher training courses internationally since 1990. He is also co-director of YogaSynergy, one of Australia's oldest and most respected yoga schools, which has a style based on a deep understanding of modern medical science and traditional forms of exercise and therapy from all over the world.  Simon has studied with great traditional masters from Tibet, Japan, India, and China. Along with his business partner and fellow physiotherapist, Bianca Machliss, Simon has co-authored many books and scientific articles including ‘Applied Anatomy and Physiology of Yoga', which is the textbook for two courses they teach at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia.  Currently, Simon conducts intensive training courses in India, Bali, Europe, and Australia. He also teaches many online courses on the applications of posture, movement, and breathing for fitness, internal health, wellbeing, and longevity. https://simonborgolivier.com/  

In this Q&A Brandt covers yoga therapy for hip replacements, the koshic framework, the differences between acupuncture and yoga therapy, how chronic pain influences neural pathways, how yoga therapists work with mental health and using asana to balance the doshas. We hope you enjoy this Q&A. Let us know in the comments any key takeaways you had and share it with someone you think it may benefit! Our next Yoga Therapy class starts on June 30th. Find out more information here: https://bit.ly/3lxc0KK Om Shanthi, Om Peace This episode covers: How can yoga therapy help someone who just had a hip replacement? Can you have an imbalance in more than one kosha at the same time? The benefit of using a framework like the koshas in yoga therapy Are the koshas in opposition to any other framework? Acupuncture vs yoga therapy Where did yoga therapy come from? A discussion about evidence-based studies in yoga therapy vs Western medicine How chronic pain works in the brain How do yoga therapists work with mental health? Where can I go to get a deeper understanding of the doshas for Asana? Breathing Deeply is a Yoga Therapy and Meditation School, founded by lead teacher Brand Passalacqua in 2014. We hold online and in-person Yoga Therapy Foundations and IAYT accredited Advanced Programs and retreats along with Meditation Programs, mentor certifications and holistic weight loss with Being At Peace with Food. Breathing Deeply is made up of an active and thriving community of yogis, caregivers, therapists, teachers, medical professionals, parents & children with the same intention—to serve others, lessen suffering, and co-create a new paradigm in wellness. Join us! Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xnBaxz Website: https://bit.ly/37tGSnr Insight Timer: https://bit.ly/3ifkrs2 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3xlSCmh Blog: https://bit.ly/3rMo77T Yoga Therapy Programs: https://bit.ly/40Tyxmc Meditation Mentor Certification Program: https://bit.ly/3YqrqAh Meditation Program 30 day free trial: https://bit.ly/3jbO6lo 6 Week Free Course - Radically Balanced Yogi: https://bit.ly/2WX1HGc

In this episode I was joined by Marita Greenidge and Kelly Froio. Marita and Kelly both work with the IAYT, or International Association of Yoga Therapists, and we spoke about the upcoming annual Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research that is presented by the IAYT. This year's conference will be June 15–17 in Reston, Virginia and promises inspiring keynotes, dynamic workshops, and many other sessionsSupport the showConnect with Inner Peace Yoga Therapy Email us: info@innerpeaceyogatherapy.com Website Instagram Facebook

Many of us know Helene Couvrette as the Founder of the Canadian yoga therapy conference called MISTY. Now I introduce you to Helene, AKA Mama Caretaker. Helene has been on a year-long journey of supporting her 18-year-old daughter through Leukemia, blood cancer. Today on the podcast she shares how both she and her daughter got through these difficult times: diagnosis, treatments, anxiety about the future, fear, letting go and more. They both continue to rely on the tools of yoga and yoga therapy to stay present. Helene says we should not be confused and think that this is easy, it is not easy. But it is possible to accept, survive and maybe even thrive again one day. She shares her deepest thoughts, emotions, and moments of the journey. It is a gift to all of us to know that we are not alone, that we all go through difficult times and that we can survive.·     Trust when something feels “off” and don't wait to get to the doctor·     Dealing with the Shock of a difficult diagnosis·     Positive mindset for the life ahead and treatment options·     Getting honest about the fear and anxiety·     Asking the hard questions when you are ready to hear the answers·     Learning to live with fear and anxiety of the unknown·     The importance of human connection on the journey·     Ability to listen, watch as the witness, visualize good things happening, staying present, small movements in bed, meditation and more·     Keeping these 9-months in perspective of the big picture of your total lifeIf you would like to receive the free infographics and handouts that correspond to each episode on the Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast, please subscribe to our segmented email list. You will have the opportunity to determine the Infographic Topics that you would like to receive. When The Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast has a topic that corresponds to your choices, then you will receive an email for that week with the PDF's for download.Topics you can choose from include: Yoga Therapy & Mental HealthYoga Therapy & Physical HealthSocial Justice in yoga & Yoga TherapyYoga/Ayurveda ToolboxYoga & Indian PhilosophyGlobal & Trending Yoga Therapy TopicsClick the link below to subscribe. It takes 10 seconds total.https://amywheeler.com/subscribe This episode is sponsored by: International Association of Yoga Therapists - www.iayt.orgSymposium on Yoga Therapy and Research – www.sytar.org Check out Amy's website Visit Amy's training section on her website to check out the courses belowYoga therapy training courses 865-certified-yoga-therapist-program  Contact Helene Couvrette: linkedin.com/in/helene-couvrette-64b1255homyogacenter.com/ (Personal)homyogaevents.com/  (MISTY-Yoga Therapy Symposium)

Today's guest is Kristin Moshonas. A yogi for most of her adult life, Kristin embraced a lifestyle of wellness, mindfulness and spirit with the birth of her children, becoming a yoga teacher, then therapist (IAYT 1,000 - HR), and finally adding a more strategic role as Director of Programming, NY for non-profit, Kula for Karma (2017). It is here that she began to delve more deeply into the space of trauma-based healing practices and work with underserved populations. She has co-created, directed and taught in therapeutic programs across the city from The Doe Fund to Covenant House, The Hope Program to Bellevue Hospital and NYC's Dept. of Education, in the process realizing that helping those who are struggling to find moments of peace and pathways to self-empowerment and growth are what truly give the practice and her teaching purpose. Kristin calls upon previous career experience as a creative marketing executive (Conde Nast, Hearst, Time Inc.) to develop special brand initiatives for Kula, such as the currently running conversation series, Begin Again, and Sam Waterston hosted documentary series, Visionaries (PBS), featuring her work at The Hope Program.Most recently, she joined the team at Access Mindfulness as Executive Director. AM was bornthrough an open-hearted vision to help make the transformative power of mindful awarenessaccessible to all, working with children, adolescents, full school communities and other non-profits. In this new role, Kristin adds teaching certifications in MBSR and Inner StrengthFoundation and looks forward to growing the awareness of AM in both NYC and The HudsonValley.Deeply committed to supporting mindful community, she launched Ten of Zen at the start of thepandemic shutdown, a free daily guided meditation. Over two years later, this remains a Fridaymorning offering via her personal social channels, open to any and all who wish to participate. Kristin is a graduate of The University of Vermont and The Sorbonne and finds great joy as a ski instructor, hiker, world explorer and mom to two teenage boys to men.kristin@kulaforkarma.orgIG: @kristinmosh | FB: @kristinmoshonasToday Kristin and I talk about mental health, how it impacts our overall health and relates to so many aspects of living a rich life, and how to tend to it. We learn about Kristin's path to mindfulness, what that looks like for her, and the work she does at Kula and Access Mindfulness. We hope our conversation inspires you to nurture your mental health daily!Here's the Full Moon Report!Today's show was engineered by Ian Seda from Radiokingston.org.Our show music is from Shana Falana!Feel free to email me, say hello: she@iwantwhatshehas.org** Please: SUBSCRIBE to the pod and leave a REVIEW wherever you are listening, it helps other users FIND IThttp://iwantwhatshehas.org/podcastITUNES | SPOTIFY | STITCHERITUNES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i-want-what-she-has/id1451648361?mt=2SPOTIFY:https://open.spotify.com/show/77pmJwS2q9vTywz7Uhiyff?si=G2eYCjLjT3KltgdfA6XXCASTITCHER: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/she-wants/i-want-what-she-has?refid=stpr'Follow:INSTAGRAM * https://www.instagram.com/iwantwhatshehaspodcast/FACEBOOK * https://www.facebook.com/iwantwhatshehaspodcastTWITTER * https://twitter.com/wantwhatshehas

Do you suffer from the impact of migraines? Can incorporating yoga into your daily routine alleviate your migraine symptoms?MEET Adriane DellorcoAdriane Dellorco (RYT200) is one of the world's leading experts on yoga for migraine. She is the founder of Yoga for Migraine, an online community that offers transformational yoga and coaching programs to people living with migraine and headache disorders.She is a lifelong dancer and yoga practitioner who has been living with migraines since 2007. Adriane has been featured in the 2021 Migraine World Summit, Migraine.com, the National Headache Foundations For Head's Sake Podcast, HealthCentral, and Healthline.Her certifications in Pain Reprocessing Therapy and Pain Care Aware Yoga have given her cutting-edge skills to help clients with chronic migraine reduce their chronic pain symptoms and feel more empowered in their daily lives.In addition to offering migraine-friendly yoga practices in her online classes and group coaching programs, Adriane makes yoga accessible to the wider migraine community in collaboration with organizations like Miles for Migraine and RetreatMigraine. She is proud to advocate Congress every year in Headache on the Hill and to be a finalist in Wego Health's 2022 Social Health Awards in the Creative Contributor category.Adriane is a member of the Education Council for Headache Online, an Accessible Yoga Ambassador, and is pursuing her IAYT yoga therapist certification.As a mother of two and a former public school teacher, she brings her life experience living with migraine into her healing yoga practices.Adriane's mission is to help others decrease their own migraine pain and increase their quality of life with yoga.Find out more at Yoga Migraine and connect with Adriane on Facebook & InstagramIN THIS PODCAST:What are the negative impacts of migraines? 3:56Making lifestyle changes when dealing with migraines 9:01Overcoming fear when experiencing migraines 15:53What Are The Negative Impact Of Migraines?Understanding that migraines affect everyone differentlyTaking a holistic approach to dealing with migrainesThe importance of finding the right combination of care to deal with your specific needsSeeking community when dealing with migraine symptomsMaking Lifestyle Changes When Dealing With MigrainesWhat is SEEDS?Incorporating gentle yoga moves into your daily routine Learning to adjust the intensity of your daily movementFinding tools to calm our nervous systemOvercoming Fear When Experiencing MigrainesFinding your migraine triggersHow to integrate breathwork with gentle movementWhat is Restorative Yoga?How to be more proactive and ask yourself the right questions about your self-careConnect With MeInstagram @holisticcounselingpodcastFacebookJoin the private Facebook groupSign up for my free email course: www.holisticcounselingpodcast.comRate, review, and subscribe to...

There are many misconceptions about the myofascial system, and the science is changing rapidly. In this episode of The ABMP Podcast, Kristin and Darren speak with Lauri Nemetz about her book, The Myofascial System in Form and Movement. Lauri speaks about how her background in art history, dance and movement therapy, and anatomical dissection helped weave together the many facets of the evolving area of myofascial research. Lauri is an adjunct professor at Pace (NY) University, Visiting Associate Professor, Deptartment of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, a licensed creative arts therapist, a member of the American Association for Anatomy, a board-certified member of the Academy of Dance/Movement Therapists, a Yoga Alliance yoga teacher and education provider at the 500-hour level, a Stott Pilates instructor, a certified yoga therapist (IAYT), and a provider and former faculty member for Anatomy Trains and Anatomy Trains Dissections. She co-leads knmlabs.com and guests internationally for dissection projects, including the Fascia Net Plastination Project. She is the author of The Myofascial System in Form and Movement (Handspring Publishing, 2022), a contributor to The Anatomy of Yoga Coloring Book (North Atlantic Books, 2022), and the author of numerous articles. She has presented internationally, including at Harvard Medical, Oxford University, and at conferences for the American Association for Anatomy. More information available on wellnessbridge.com.   Resources:     The Myofascial System in Form & Movement: https://us.singingdragon.com/products/the-myofascial-system-in-form-and-movement     Hosts:   Darren Buford is senior director of communications and editor-in-chief for ABMP. He is editor of Massage & Bodywork magazine and has worked for ABMP for 22 years, and been involved in journalism at the association, trade, and consumer levels for 24 years. He has served as board member and president of the Western Publishing Association, as well as board member for Association Media & Publishing. Contact him at editor@abmp.com. Kristin Coverly, LMT is a massage therapist, educator, and the director of professional education at ABMP. She loves creating continuing education courses, events, and resources to support massage therapists and bodyworkers as they enhance their lives and practices. Contact her at ce@abmp.com.     Sponsors:   Anatomy Trains: www.anatomytrains.com      PurePro: www.purepro.com     Touch America: www.touchamerica.com       Anatomy Trains is a global leader in online anatomy education and also provides in-classroom certification programs for structural integration in the US, Canada, Australia, Europe, Japan, and China, as well as fresh-tissue cadaver dissection labs and weekend courses. The work of Anatomy Trains originated with founder Tom Myers, who mapped the human body into 13 myofascial meridians in his original book, currently in its fourth edition and translated into 12 languages. The principles of Anatomy Trains are used by osteopaths, physical therapists, bodyworkers, massage therapists, personal trainers, yoga, Pilates, Gyrotonics, and other body-minded manual therapists and movement professionals. 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Pure Pro products are nut-free, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and made with natural ingredients in the USA. Pure Pro's full line of oils, creams, and Arnica lotion has everything you need for your favorite modality and will always leave your clients' skin feeling clean and fresh after each treatment. Listeners can receive $10 off their next order of $59 or more at PurePro.com by using promo code ABMPPOD.   Website: http://www.purepro.com   Email: info@purepro.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purepromassageproducts   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purepromassageproducts/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCncpFzRVwZA_V_SnylkHyMw     TouchAmerica is a leading manufacturer of professional grade wellness furniture, bodywork tables, halotherapy suites, hydrotherapy equipment, sound bathing loungers, and other related products. At TouchAmerica, we believe in a future where good health and vitality are common in all aspects of living. Promoting the positive power of conscious touch is at the core of our vision. We hope our products help add a touch of functional elegance to your massage & spa work environment. ABMP members receive 20% off all standard products. Discounts do not apply to salt or special-order SKUs. Visit https://www.touchamerica.com/ or Call 800 67 TOUCH and use code touchABMP*. Reach out today and feel the TouchAmerica difference!    

Amy and Janet have a unique conversation about the corporate Field of Change Management, as Janet is a Change Management Consultant. Surprisingly, Janet has been able to bridge her management consultant job in corporate America with her deep knowledge of the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali. In fact, this has become her differentiating factor and she is proud to state it on her Linked In profile. And one more surprise, Janet is the daughter of a Christian Minister that loves Jesus, and also teaches Vedic Chanting in the South! This interview is full of heart and soul. It will make you believe that anything is possible. And it will give you hope and faith that you are on the right path. Just keep slowly moving forward with support and guidance from trusted mentors.·        Janet explains the corporate filed of Change Management and why Patanjali's Yoga Sutra is so perfect as the lens for her work.·        She explains that leadership is often impatience, overly busy and taxed and they move on to the next project before the organization and employees even know that a change has happened. This leaves no time for people to buy in and see why the change is necessary to the health of individuals and the organization.·        Her work includes a lot of listening, empathy mapping, identifying why the change is important – which is exactly what we do with our clients as yoga therapists. She is practicing yoga therapy at an organizational level and with the individuals inside the organization.·        Janet describes how she came to understand her calling. She says that at some point she could no longer deny who she has become. She accepted the assignment to be authentically herself and shine brightly.·        Janet describes What is Freedom, What is Faith and What is Inner Knowing.·        She talks about how healing requires relinquishing that which we once felt was precious (but was mostly causing us suffering) and what it means to grieve as we come to a new understanding of our true nature.·        Last, Janet talks about her life purpose of making yoga therapy more inclusive, breaking down barriers and obstacles, and how her ancestors are living through her to propel her into this new version of herself.·        Janet has raised 2 kind, confident, intelligent, and resilient daughters. She is on the Board of IAYT and has served on the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Task Force for IAYT. If you would like to receive the free infographics and handouts that correspond to each episode on the Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast, please subscribe to our segmented email list. You will have the opportunity to determine the Infographic Topics that you would like to receive. When The Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast has a topic that corresponds to your choices, then you will receive an email for that week with the PDF's for download.Topics you can choose from include: Yoga Therapy & Mental HealthYoga Therapy & Physical HealthSocial Justice in yoga & Yoga TherapyYoga/Ayurveda ToolboxYoga & Indian PhilosophyGlobal & Trending Yoga Therapy TopicsClick the link below to subscribe. It takes 10 seconds total.https://amywheeler.com/subscribe Check out Amy's websiteVisit Amy's training section on her website to check out the courses belowYoga therapy training courses865-certified-yoga-therapist-program You can find Janet Caldwell on Linked by searching her name and Nashville, TN.

Neeta Das McMurtry has a wonderful podcast called, “Ask Me About Yoga Therapy.” Neeta and Amy wander and wonder together this hour about What is yoga therapy? What mechanisms create change in the human system? How can we as individuals and the field approach Healthcare? What is the role of secular spirituality in yoga therapy and healthcare? How is our personal well-being connected to the ecology and world around us, as well as connection to our communities? We finsiht the interview discussing our ability or inability to be with suffering and even death.Amy and Neeta discuss:·        Communication including the entire body.·        Our body is a journal for our life.·        Perfectionism and expectations for ourselves and others.·        Willingness to know ourselves deeply·        The delight of listening to ourselves in a new way (beyond thoughts)·        Yoga Therapy as a place and time to land and settle·        The Mind that is located in every cell of the body·        Well-being in relation to our community and society·        How we can help people sit with suffering·        Supporting curiosity and the unknown·        Spirituality in healthcare, Is it enough?·        Defining spirituality as a yoga therapist·        Patient centered healthcare and yoga therapy·        How Yoga Therapy as a field can find it's niche in healthcare·        Many more shared wonderings…  If you would like to receive the free infographics and handouts that correspond to each episode on the Yoga Therapy Hour Podcast, please subscribe to our segmented email list. Click the link below to subscribe. It takes 10 sec. to subscribehttps://amywheeler.com/subscribe Please download our new Mobile App that tracks mental and emotional well-being using yoga and ayurveda. Live classes, workshops and membership archive are coming in May of 2023!www.OptimalStateApp.comwww.GoldZoneBook.comResources mentioned in today's podcast: www.AskMeAboutYogaTherapy.comThe We Croke AppPema Chodron on Perfection and DeathBest of Humanity VM to recommend someone: #909-754-4092 

Humans are connected to nature, and its power runs through our veins, especially the moon. It affects the tide of our waters and energies.    In this episode, guest Jamie Hanley, a licensed professional counselor, shares her spiritual journey as someone who blends holistic and psychological practices to create a wonderful experience for her clients. She shared her knowledge about how the moon affects our tides and energies and explained why you should align your energy based on the phase of the moon.   Jamie also shared her book: The Anxious Goddess Workbook: A Survival Guide for the Modern Moon Child. This journaling prompt workbook will guide you through a magical spiritual journey as you deal with anxiety while walking toward your higher self.   Stay tuned because she made a run-through of her book, and you don't want to miss out on that!    Highlights and Resources Mentioned: Jamie's Spiritual Journey How Moon Cycles Affect People Aligning Your Energy With The Phase of the Moon All about Cycles and the Sense of Time The power of Nature Jamie's Book: The Anxious Goddess Workbook: A Survival Guide for the Modern Moon Child Jamie's deck: The Anxious Goddess Oracle Deck Anxious Goddess Therapy Tools   About Jamie: Jamie is trained in EMDR, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Sand Tray Therapy, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, and Positive Psychology. She incorporates holistic practices such as mindfulness, breath work, meditation, yoga, and guided relaxation into therapeutic sessions. Jamie has worked with clients diagnosed with bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, cancer, infertility, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and chronic pain.   Connect With Jamie: Website: www.jamiehanley.com Podcast: The Spiritual Counselor Podcast Contact: www.jamiehanley.com/contact/