Podcasts about niyamas

Over the past 10 months, we've explored each of the Yamas and Niyamas: the ten ethical practices that form the foundation of yoga philosophy. In doing so, we discovered that these ancient teachings have as much to say about modern life as they did thousands of years ago.In this episode, we're bringing it all together.Using Deborah Adele's The Yamas & Niyamas: Exploring Yoga's Ethical Practice as our guide, we reflect on the wisdom woven through all ten practices and revisit the lessons that challenged, encouraged, and inspired us the most. While each principle offers a unique pathway to greater freedom and peace, the final niyama of surrender might be the most transformative. What does it mean to stop gripping so tightly to outcomes? How do we trust when life doesn't unfold according to our plans? And why is surrender not a sign of weakness, but perhaps the deepest expression of courage and faith?Whether you've followed this entire series or are joining us for the first time, this conversation offers a powerful reminder that the goal isn't perfection. It's awareness. Its presence. And sometimes, it's having the wisdom to loosen our grip and trust the process.Join us as we conclude our journey through the Yamas and Niyamas and explore how surrender may be the practice that changes everything.

Yoga is often portrayed as a series of poses performed on a mat, perhaps accompanied by incense, calming music, and the promise of becoming more flexible. But for millions of people around the world, yoga is far more than exercise. It's a philosophy, a spiritual practice, a community, a way of life, and a framework for navigating life's inevitable ups and downs. In this special episode of The Happier Life Project, Gabby Sanderson sits down in person with Zoe Taylor, founder of Ministry of Yoga in Lisbon, to look beyond the clichés and explore what yoga can really offer us. Tying into International Day of Yoga on 21 June and this year's theme of Yoga for Healthy Ageing, the conversation examines how yoga can help us not just live longer, but live well for longer; mentally, emotionally, and physically. Fresh from her own yoga teacher training with Zoe, Gabby brings a personal perspective to a discussion exploring yoga's philosophy and spiritual roots, the relevance of the Yamas and Niyamas – yoga's ethical guidelines – in modern life, the connection between yoga and mental wellbeing, and the importance of community, resilience, and finding calm in an increasingly chaotic world. Whether you're a devoted yogi, yoga-curious, sceptical of the stereotypes, or someone who's never stepped foot on a mat, this episode invites you to see yoga through a different lens - not as a performance of flexibility, but as a lifelong companion for wellbeing, helping us move through life with greater awareness, intention, and compassion. About Zoe Taylor: Originally from Tasmania, Australia, Zoe discovered yoga in 2010 and has since completed more than 700 hours of teacher training across Europe and Asia. She founded Ministry of Yoga in Lisbon in 2016 and has led over 5,000 classes, retreats, and workshops, blending movement, philosophy, and meditation to support wellbeing both on and off the mat. To download the My Possible Self App: https://mypossibleself.app.link/podcast To follow My Possible Self on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mypossibleself For more information on Zoe and Ministry of Yoga: https://moyportugal.com/ To follow Ministry of Yoga on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ministryofyoga/  

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Yoga is an inquiry into the nature of the mind, body, and consciousness. It provides a ritual that fosters belonging, meaning, and purpose, creating a sense of community and support. Through asana, yoga helps focus the mind on the breath, entering a state of stillness and awareness. A balanced practice is grounded in ethics and personal discipline, guided by the 8 Limbs of Yoga, particularly the Yamas (ethical guidelines) and Niyamas (observances). Key principles include non-violence (Ahimsa), truthfulness (Satya), and self-study (Svadhyaya).Asana practice emphasises steadiness (Sthira) and ease (Sukham), with focus on breath, sensation, and internal light (prana). This leads to overcoming duality and attaining a state of yoga. Obstacles such as dullness and self-doubt arise, but cultivating awareness, friendliness, joy, and compassion can help overcome them. Using tools like R.A.I.N. (Recognise, Allow, Investigate, Nurture), we learn to self-regulate and move toward lasting fulfilment and freedom from suffering.To read more and to practice with Zephyr Wildman, click here. To support Zephyr Yoga Podcast, donate here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sanghadharin explores the five Niyamas, a comprehensive teaching that maps the regularities of the universe from physical laws and biological instincts to the voluntary practice of ethics and transcendental enlightenment. By understanding the transition from instinctual drives to self-reflective choice, listeners are invited to align themselves with these natural processes to build a healthy foundation for spiritual growth and the eventual spontaneous unfoldment of wisdom.

Welcome to episode 72 of The Woman Warrior Podcast! Join your hosts Dr. Satyavani and Prajna Madhavi as they continue their journey through the Yamas and Niyamas, diving deeper into Brahmacharya — the practice of mastering the senses, building awareness, and choosing balance over overindulgence.In this episode, Dr. Satyavani and Prajna bring a bold, honest, and deeply needed conversation around the rise of synthetic GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, especially when used as quick-fix weight loss solutions. Through the lens of Ayurveda, yoga, metabolism, gut health, emotional control, physical discipline, and spiritual wellness, they explore what happens when society chases being “skinny” instead of becoming truly healthy, strong, capable, and whole.00:00 Welcome to The Woman Warrior Podcast02:52 Brahmacharya And GLP Ones06:27 Ayurvedic GLP One Program14:12 Wellness Check In25:11 Practicing Brahmacharya Tips31:02 Physical Discipline And Cravings36:28 Master Emotional Control40:55 Self Awareness Plus Action47:25 GLP-1s Through Vedic Lens50:05 Food Noise Myth58:58 Quick Fix Culture And Risks01:13:21 Truth Bomb And Wrap

What if the most important thing in your life is the one you can't see?This milestone episode introduces two ancient Balinese concepts that are now the beating heart of the studio itself — Sekala (the seen) and Niskala (the unseen). Through an unscripted, thoughtful conversation, the episode explores what runs our lives beneath the surface: thoughts, intuition, gut feelings, spiritual energy, and the invisible forces shaping every decision we make. From ignoring your gut to the discomfort of saying yes when you mean no, from the breath inside a yoga pose to the love inside a home-cooked meal — the seen and the unseen are always working together. The Balinese don't treat one as more real than the other. Most of the modern world does. This episode is an invitation to tend to both — and to ask yourself honestly which one you've been neglecting.----------Episode Chapters:00:00:29 Introduction00:01:31 What's Invisible in Your Life Right Now?00:02:41 Thoughts, Feelings, and the Ethereal Plane00:04:31 How Much Energy Do You Spend on How You Look vs. How You Feel?00:07:00 When Did You Ignore Your Gut — and What Did It Cost?00:13:45 Saying Yes When You Mean No — Intuition and Boundaries00:18:43 Revealing the Topic: Sekala and Niskala Explained00:20:00 Balinese Culture and Why It Draws People to Bali00:22:11 The Two Studio Shalas — Niskala Upstairs, Sekala Downstairs00:23:44 How Much Do You Tend the Seen vs. the Unseen?00:25:08 The Unseen in Yoga Poses, Mastery, and Creativity00:31:34 The Unseen in Other People — Compassion and Empathy00:33:03 When Someone Called Self-Reflection a Waste of Time00:34:36 What Western Society Gets Wrong — and What Bali Gets Right----------Mentions & Resources:Michael Henri's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelyoga.pt/Byron de Marsé's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byronyoga/The IN Movement Instagram: https://www.instagram/com/the_in_movement/Balinese concepts explored:Sekala — the seen, physical, tangible worldNiskala — the unseen, spiritual, energetic realmYoga concepts referenced:Prana Vayus (winds of energy within the body)Yamas and Niyamas (ethical guidelines, not rules)Frameworks mentioned:Human Design — sacral authority and splenic authorityManifestation (101 level overview)Cultural references:Andrew Tate — referenced briefly as an example of extreme seen-world thinkingThe Beatles — referenced as an example of unseen creative masteryStudio context:Niskala Shala — upstairs daily practice roomSekala Shala — downstairs training/learning spaceStudio naming informed by Kimberly (half-Balinese teacher)----------Tags: Sekala, Niskala, Balinese culture, seen and unseen, intuition, yoga philosophy, spirituality, mindfulness, self-reflection, inner world, human design, manifestation, prana, yoga studio, Bali, grounding, consciousness, empathy, compassion, personal growth, inner work, yoga, energy, milestone episode

If you've been feeling overwhelmed or stuck trying to control everything, this episode invites you into a different way of living: one rooted in surrender, self-awareness, and faith.After a year of exploring the Yamas and Niyamas, we've arrived at the final practice: Ishvara Pranidhana (surrender). But what does it really mean to let go of control and trust God, especially in real, everyday life?In this episode of The Problem with Perfect, we explore: How to stop trying to control everything  What it looks like to let go and let God How to manage triggers and emotional reactions  Why spiritual growth and healing require surrender Together, we discuss how surrender isn't passive. Instead, it's choosing to fully engage in your life while releasing the outcome and learning to trust God in uncertainty.If you've ever wondered how to let go of control, grow in your faith, or find peace in the unknown, this conversation will meet you right where you are. Because maybe peace isn't found in control, maybe it's found in surrender.Show Notes: The Yamas and Niyamas: Exploring Yoga's Ethical Practice by Deborah AdeleMan's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

Send us Fan MailThis episode is one I've been sitting with for a while — a synthesis of two things that have shaped my whole path: Ayurveda and yoga philosophy.In this episode, I bring those two threads together and look at the yamas and niyamas — yoga's ethical and personal observances — through the lens of kapha season.What we cover:Kapha dosha is made up of earth and water. It's heavy, slow, stable, cool, and moist — and late winter into spring is kapha season. When kapha goes out of balance, we might notice lethargy, mental fog, resistance to change, a tendency to oversleep or overeat, or that feeling of comfortable-but-stuck stagnation. The medicine for kapha is warmth, stimulation, movement, and letting go — and the yamas and niyamas offer a beautiful map for exactly that.I give a brief grounding in the eight limbs of yoga and what the yamas and niyamas actually are — not as a rulebook, but as living, breathing invitations to notice and redirect with curiosity rather than criticism.Then we explore six practices through the lens of kapha season:The Yamas — how we relate to the world:Aparigraha (non-grasping) — where are you clinging, and what wants to be released as spring arrives?Satya (truthfulness) — using honest, clear seeing to notice where we've gotten comfortable in stagnation — without judgmentBrahmacharya (right use of energy) — not about deprivation, but about noticing where energy is leaking and asking: is this giving me life or pulling me deeper into heaviness?The Niyamas — how we relate to ourselves:Tapas (inner fire) — the gentle, consistent showing up; kindling the fire rather than forcing itSaucha (purity/cleanliness) — clearing physical clutter, mental tabs, and anything that's accumulating and pulling on your energySvadhyaya (self-study) — observing your own kapha patterns without judgment and seeking what genuinely inspires youI also talk about my own evolving relationship with tapas — how it looked very different in my pitta-dominant twenties than it does now in midlife, and why the middle path is the one I keep returning to.My invitation for you this week: pick one of these six practices, sit with the questions it offers, and let it be a gentle lens for seeing your life more clearly — without judgment, without pressure, just with curiosity.Free download: Grab the one-page guide to all six practices — with reflection questions for each — in the link below. A simple, beautiful reference to keep nearby as you move through the season.https://canva.link/yamas-niyamas-kaphaMentioned in this episode:Abigail Rose Clark — author and somatic facilitator,  cleaning/decluttering as a somatic practice https://www.abigailroseclarke.com/store/p/k473j0h0mmmarResources:Free Masterclass:  The Alchemy of the Perimenopause PortalAyurvedic Dosha Quick Reference GuideAbhyanga Self Massage GuideWeekend Nervous System ResetNourished For Resilience Workbook Find me at www.nourishednervoussystem.comand @nourishednervoussytem on Instagram

Si los Yamas hablan de cómo dejar de dañar las relaciones, los Niyamas nos muestran el trabajo interior que hace posible amar con madurez.Muchas veces creemos que el problema en las relaciones son los demás, pero en este episodio entenderemos que todo comienza en la relación que tenemos con nosotros mismos…Por relaciones más sanas, sabias y nutridas, damos gracias a la filosofía del Yoga por la claridad.Hari Om Tat SatEncuéntranos en:https://www.instagram.com/satyarupayogaGracias Infinitas. Apoya este canal:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=B6XTGVU85G44U

What if the things that frustrate us most are actually pointing us back to ourself?In this episode, we continue the journey through the Niyamas by exploring Svadhyaya: the practice of self-study, reflection, and honest introspection. After a month of sitting in the refining fire of Tapas, this conversation invites a softer, yet equally courageous step inward.Together, we unpack what it really means to observe rather than judge ourselves—learning to examine our thoughts, reactions, and patterns with curiosity instead of criticism. Because the truth is, so much of what we see in others is often a mirror of what already lives within us.This episode is an invitation to slow down, look inward, and gently ask: What is this moment trying to show me about myself?If you've ever struggled with judgment, comparison, or feeling stuck in the same patterns, this conversation will meet you with both truth and grace.

In this episode, let's talk about Asteya, the third Yama from yoga's ethical guidelines, revealing how non-stealing extends far beyond physical theft to the relational ways we rob others of joy, time, and dignity through comparison and one-upmanship. Using Deborah Adele's The Yamas & Niyamas , ancient wisdom from the scriptures, and modern tools like CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, and Nonviolent Communication, you'll learn to recognize these subtle thefts and cultivate abundance instead.Discover practical challenges to practice presence, reframe envy with gratitude, and check your motives for true connection. If you're ready to stop taking and start giving, this episode is your guide to living with integrity.

Get your free guide for April at https://www.quietmindastrology.com/april26Your emotions are messengers, but what are they trying to tell you this week?As we navigate a heavy stellium in Pisces and the end of the solar year, we are being called to look at our internal GPS. In this episode, I break down the five basic emotions—fear, happiness, sadness, anger, and shame—and how the current transits of Rahu, Saturn, and Mars are highlighting these feelings to help you take your power back. Before we move into the high energy of Aries next week, this is your time to find inner clarity.QUOTES“Emotions are energy in motion, and they are guidance systems. They're our own internal GPS.”“The more you try to control things, the more likely you're likely to feel this anger and frustration. Part of the lesson of this week is to notice where you don't need to fight that battle.”“Self-esteem is built through esteemable acts. Take your power back from external forces and find your own sense of worthiness and approval for yourself.”TIMESTAMPS00:00 Your Emotions as Messengers01:36 Emotions as an Internal GPS03:40 Working with Fear and Anxiety04:23 Happiness as a Signal of Alignment05:52 Rahu and Mercury: Intensified Thinking06:31 Saturn in Pisces: The Lesson of Sadness and Loss08:46 Mars in Pisces: Putting Down the Weapons12:32 Anger and the Trap of Control14:48 Understanding Shame vs. Guilt18:33 Saturn and Pluto: Cultural and Subconscious Imprints21:57 Guilt, Ethics, and the Protection of Jupiter26:48 The Yamas and Niyamas: Spiritual Guiding Principles31:44 Weekly Astrology: The Pisces Stellium and New BeginningsKEYWORDSVedic astrology, Pisces stellium, Rahu Mercury conjunction, Saturn in Pisces, Mars in Pisces, emotional intelligence, Jyotish forecast, Yamas and Niyamas, spiritual surrender.FREE RESOURCES⭐️ Free Birth Chart: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/freebirthchart⭐️ Free Horoscopes: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/freehoroscopes⭐️ Podcast (Spotify, Apple, etc): https://open.spotify.com/show/069KwrOXS19Tr9399pS99v⭐️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quietmindastrology⭐️ YouTube: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/youtube⭐️ Yoga Teacher Training Podcast: https://www.anchor.fm/yogateachertrainingWORK WITH ME⭐️ Book a Reading: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/reading⭐️ Decode Your Chart: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/101⭐️ New Moon Alignment: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/newmoon⭐️ Mentorship: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/mentorshipNEXT STEPGet your free guide for April at https://www.quietmindastrology.com/april26

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of Satya, or truthfulness, again. Join me for a few minutes to explore the delicate balance between the need to belong and the need to grow, which is another of Deborah Adele's insights from The Yamas and Niyamas.In this episode, I talk about the difficulty of living authentically, the psychological research on belonging, and how we often sabotage our own truth to fit in. Drawing on wisdom from various traditions—including yoga, Buddhism, and modern therapy—let's discuss practical strategies to connect with our true selves without sacrificing our relationships.

Rev. Dr. Swami Bhajanananda Saraswati continues his  series of discourses on the Principles of Bhakti Yoga, followed by arati and kirtan.  Swamiji expands on the pillars of dharma discussed in last week's class, and expands on tapasya (austerity/self-discipline); the Yamas & Niyamas; austerities of the body, speech, and mind; and truthfulness.

Wendy and I keep an eye on current events through the lens of the Yoga Sutras. Using the Four Keys, sutra 1.33 and the Yamas and Niyamas from the second pada/chapter, we talk about the opportunity for practice vs. the inclination to judge others for their shortcomings and bad actions. Please support Peter's Podcast on Patreon! Namaste

What if contentment isn't something we chase, but something we practice?In this episode, Robin and Denise continue their journey through the Yamas and Niyamas, arriving at the second Niyama: Santosha, which is the practice of deep, inner contentment. Together, they explore what it means to find peace in the present moment, regardless of external circumstances, and why our constant striving for “what's next” may be keeping us from fully living now.Through personal stories, practical reflections, breathwork, gratitude, and both biblical and scientific insight, this conversation invites you to pause, let joy linger, and consider the paradox of non-seeking. If you're tired of waiting for life to finally feel good, or realizing you might be wishing it away, this episode offers a gentle, grounding reminder: contentment begins within.Show Notes:The Yamas and Niyamas: Exploring Yoga's Ethical Practice by Deborah Adele

Air Date - 05 February 2026Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati at Parmarth Niketan discusses the following topics and answers questions from seekers from around the world during her Satsang from the banks of the holy Ganga River:~ A Path Without a Guru~ Is Our Dharma Up for Discussion?~ Why Do We Avoid Yamas and Niyamas in Our Practice?~ Vibrational Healing~ Staying Calm Under Pressure#Sannyas #Spirituality #SadhviBhagawatiSaraswati #InspirationAndTransformation #Hinduism #Yoga #NonprofitVisit the Inspiration and Transformation show page http://omtimes.com/iom/shows/inspiration-and-transformation/Connect with Sadhvi at https://www.sadhviji.orgSubscribe to our Newsletter https://omtimes.com/subscribe-omtimes-magazine/Connect with OMTimes on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Omtimes.Magazine/ and OMTimes Radio https://www.facebook.com/ConsciousRadiowebtv.OMTimes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmTimes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omtimes/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2798417/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/omtimes/

Six months into our journey through the Yamas and Niyamas, we pause to reflect on what it really means to let go. Not just of our stuff, but of expectations, busyness, self-judgment, and the heaviness we carry inside.In this episode, we finish our exploration of Aparigraha (nonpossessiveness) and begin our inward turn into the Niyamas, starting with Saucha, the practice of purity. But purity here isn't about perfection, appearances, or having it all together. It's about lightening our load, physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually, so we can meet each moment with clarity, compassion, and presence.Join us as we talk about what it might look like to stop “planning ourselves” and instead love ourselves as we are. This is an invitation to slow down, to be present, and to become a safer place for ourselves and for others.If you're feeling weighed down, scattered, or quietly exhausted by trying to do it all right, this conversation offers a gentler way forward - one rooted in presence, peace, and learning to let joy linger.Show Notes:The Yamas & Niyamas: Exploring Yoga's Ethical Practice by Deborah Adele

The last in our series on the Yamas and Niyamas, Sasha and Erin discuss Svadhyaya, or self-study, and Ishvara Pranidhana, which examines one's relationship with God. Send us a textFor 20% off Kerala Ayurveda products, use code OjasOasis at checkoutFor 20% off GarryNSun products, use code OJASOASIS20 at checkout Receive $500 off your Panchakarma retreat at SoHum Healing Resort with code OjasOasisPK2025 Support the showTo learn more about working with us, please visit www.OjasOasis.com Connect with us @ojasoasis on Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube

Sasha and Erin offer a little comic relief from the seriousness of the Yamas and Niyamas series. Ironically, the Niyamas this week are Tapas, or discipline, as well as Santosha, or contentment.  Proving that, even with the highest intentions of demonstrating discipline, sometimes, what we need most is just conversation and a little laugh with a friend.Send us a textFor 20% off Kerala Ayurveda products, use code OjasOasis at checkoutFor 20% off GarryNSun products, use code OJASOASIS20 at checkout Receive $500 off your Panchakarma retreat at SoHum Healing Resort with code OjasOasisPK2025 Support the showTo learn more about working with us, please visit www.OjasOasis.com Connect with us @ojasoasis on Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube

I am taking another pause to talk about Deborah Adele's The Yamas and Niyamas. My purpose is two-fold: 1. It is a book with concepts I am really trying to incorporate into my life, and this is a helpful way for me to accomplish that; 2. I need another week to do some more research on the Fourth Face of Mara.I highly recommend this book. It is simple, short, and easy to read. However, it is packed with deeply important topics that should resonate with everyone.

The Yamas and Niyamas series continues! Sasha and Erin discuss the first Niyama, Saucha, which translates to cleanliness. Also discussed: Panchakarma, the Ayurvedic process that releases all toxins from the body. Send us a textFor 20% off Kerala Ayurveda products, use code OjasOasis at checkoutFor 20% off GarryNSun products, use code OJASOASIS20 at checkout Receive $500 off your Panchakarma retreat at SoHum Healing Resort with code OjasOasisPK2025 Support the showTo learn more about working with us, please visit www.OjasOasis.com Connect with us @ojasoasis on Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube

Erin and Sasha continue the series about the Yamas and Niyamas, with a discussion on Brahmacharya, or sexual abstinence, and Aparigraha, or non-possessiveness. Send us a textFor 20% off Kerala Ayurveda products, use code OjasOasis at checkoutFor 20% off GarryNSun products, use code OJASOASIS20 at checkout Receive $500 off your Panchakarma retreat at SoHum Healing Resort with code OjasOasisPK2025 Support the showTo learn more about working with us, please visit www.OjasOasis.com Connect with us @ojasoasis on Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube

Erin and Sasha continue the series about the Yamas and Niyamas, with a discussion on the 2nd Yama, Satya, or truthfulness, and the 3rd, Asteya, or non-stealing. Send us a textFor 20% off Kerala Ayurveda products, use code OjasOasis at checkoutFor 20% off GarryNSun products, use code OJASOASIS20 at checkout Receive $500 off your Panchakarma retreat at SoHum Healing Resort with code OjasOasisPK2025 Support the showTo learn more about working with us, please visit www.OjasOasis.com Connect with us @ojasoasis on Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube

I am taking a break from the Four Faces of Mara. Enjoy this short podcast about nonviolence and courage. The foundational principle of Ahimsa (do no harm) from The Yamas and Niyamas is a wonderful foundation for building a resilient, satisfying life.

How to Stop Comparing Yourself and Find Peace- Right NOW! In today's live practice, we'll explore Santosha—one of yoga's Niyamas that teaches us how to find contentment without waiting for everything to be perfect. I'll share a timeless story, a teaching on how comparison (especially on social media) steals our joy, and guide you through a simple 10-minute breath and visualization practice to anchor you back into enoughness. This is your invitation to pause, breathe, and remember: I have enough. I am enough. This moment is whole. If you're ready for deeper transformation, my 10-month journey Cutting Into It begins August 1 inside the Buddhist Biohacker Portal.

The first in a series about the Yamas and Niyamas, which serve as guidelines for peaceful, happy and healthy living. Sasha and Erin discuss Ahimsa, the ethical principle of not harming other beings, and the first of the 5 Yamas.  Send us a textFor 20% off Kerala Ayurveda products, use code OjasOasis at checkoutFor 20% off GarryNSun products, use code OJASOASIS20 at checkout Support the showTo learn more about working with us, please visit www.OjasOasis.com Connect with us @ojasoasis on Instagram

Practicing loving-kindness and following the Yamas and Niyama's can help you overcome Samskaras, calm the mind, connect with universal love, and let the deeper guidance of Dharma emerge naturally in your life. This Baba Talk by Maetreyii Ma explores the path to inner peace and self-realization. About  Maetreyii Ma Nolan, Ph.D. Maetreyii Ma Nolan, Ph.D., is an award-winning author, spiritual teacher, and psychologist, expert in consciousness and holistic healing. With a rich background in psychology and spirituality, her work has positively influenced many people's lives. Maetreyii Ma Nolan's wisdom and teachings garner recognition worldwide, making her a respected voice for inner transformation and spiritual awakening.  She is trained as a licensed Psychologist, an Acharya or Ordained Minister of Yogic Meditation, a certified IAYT Yoga Therapist, and an EYRT 500-hour Yoga Teacher with many years of experience with deep meditation and yogic wisdom. You can visit her website here: https://www.yogama.org  About Maetreyii Ma's Works Over the past decades, Maetreyii Ma has delivered thousands of presentations to various audiences. Her latest project is to make those presentations available to the broadest possible audience. Maetreyii Ma's talks fall into six main categories: The Power and Nature of Love Self-realization, Spirituality, & Awakening Dharma, Society, & Karma Working with the Mind & Emotions Relationships & Samgha Science & Cosmology  The Baba Flow Maetreyii Ma's talks are based on a spiritual process called Baba Flow. The Baba flow is an intuitive flow of spiritual guidance and teachings from the deep inner essence, the one essential Source known by many names. In the Baba Talks, Maetreyii Ma, in a deep state of Bhava, or devotional absorption, opens to this Source and allows the teachings to flow through. Since 1969, Maetreyii Ma has been a student of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti, affectionately known as Baba. In 1970, she began to have profound mystical experiences of the Divine and experienced the inner presence of her Guru. Baba's inner presence brought a deep knowledge of the endless love and compassion of the Divine, perfect beauty and wisdom, and the unconditional love and overflowing grace of the Sadguru. About Ananda Gurukula Maetreyii Ma is President of Ananda Gurukula, a non-profit organization dedicated to awakening the human spirit and sharing the ancient mystic wisdom of yoga.  Through Ananda Gurukula, Maetreyii Ma is able to offer meditation practices, mentoring (https://www.yogama.org/mentoring.html), meditation and yoga wisdom retreats, and webinars and workshops on the ancient knowledge of yogic teachings, in addition to local weekly Sunday evening meditations, called Dharmachakra (https://www.yogama.org/dharmachakra.html), a third Friday Kirtan (https://www.yogama.org/kirtan.html), and a Saturday morning Satsanga (https://www.yogama.org/satsanga.html). All are invited to attend our events at the Ashram in the Santa Rosa area.  For those who do not live in the local Santa Rosa area, Maetreyii Ma offers her Baba Talks for free on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@maetreyiima7) and Podbean (https://www.babatalks.info/).  Ananda Gurukula also publishes books and the Baba inspirational writings on many subjects. See more about Maetreyii Ma's books at https://www.maetreyiima.org/shop.html. #Lovingkindness #Yamas #InnerPeace #Samskaras #SelfRealization #Niyamas #YamasAndNiyamas #MaetreyiiMa #BabaTalk #Baba #Dharma

The holidays can bring up strong feelings. Whether you're managing travel, disruption to regular routines, over-indulgence, or deeper issues like family conflict or loss, this time of year isn't always as magical as we perhaps imagine it to be. Today, host Rachel is joined by returning guest Diane Malaspina, yoga teacher and psychologist, to share practical suggestions on how we can better self-regulate through the holiday season. In this episode, Diane stresses the importance of making time for honest reflection on our feelings regarding this season, and shares how this process prompted one key change in her own life that created more joyful holidays. Listen to this episode to learn how a mindful approach can, slowly but surely, transform your experience of the holiday season. — Show Notes: Holiday expectation versus reality [3:08] Honest reflection on how you feel about the holidays [5:20] Cultivating awareness BEFORE the holidays arrive [9:05] Carrying imagined expectations from others [11:49] Challenge one undesirable holiday pattern [14:50] Embracing seasonal rhythms [18:47] Self-regulation micro-doses accumulate [21:37] Boundaries as self-care [30:29] Grief at the holidays [39:50] Yoga Medicine Burnout Resilience Program [47:48] Final takeaways [50:48] — Links Mentioned: Watch this episode on YouTube LIVE Online Burnout Resilience Program Working with Grief – Theory & Therapeutic Application of Yoga Online Course Inside the Yoga Sutras – The Path to Freedom Online Course Exploring the Niyamas through Meditation & Practice Online Course Exploring the Yamas through Meditation & Practice Online Course Previous Yoga Medicine® Podcast Episodes with Diane Malaspina, PhD: 04: Find Ease in Uncertainty 31: The Power of Intention 57: Drishti, the Potency of Our Focus – Research Roundup 121: Yoga Sutras for Modern Life Connect with Diane Malaspina PhD: Facebook | Instagram | Diane Malaspina | Yoga Medicine® Online Guest Teacher You can learn more about this episode and see the full show notes at YogaMedicine.com/podcast-148. And you can find out more about insider tips, online classes or information on our teacher trainings at YogaMedicine.com. To support our work, please leave us a 5 star review with your feedback on iTunes/Apple Podcasts.  

“So when you experience that peace, it's because it's your nature. Your real nature is peaceful. It is blissful. It is contented.”Wow, this is an incredible episode from early in September, recorded for the Good Company livestream series with my brilliant friend Katharine from Unchanging Being. She is a longtime meditator and a deeply wise teacher. We talked about the Gita, the Gunas, retraining the mind, meditation, and satsang (and more). This is a conversation that bridges ancient wisdom with modern life. A classic, inspiring and educational talk that everyone will take something from, especially if you have a mind that tends to disturb you - like me!Our dialogue explores the interplay of the essence of true freedom and the vital role of meditation in discovering the unchanging Self.Through personal anecdotes and insights, Katharine illuminates the path of self-discovery and the eternal quest to understand one's true nature.Here are a few of the profound takeaways (there are many):➖ Satsang and good company support genuine spiritual growth ➖ The Bhagavad Gita is a living scripture, fully relevant today ➖ Freedom from the mind is the true aim of meditation ➖ The Gunas are constantly shaping our thoughts and actions ➖ Witness consciousness unlocks a deeper understanding of the Self ➖ Meditation reveals the unchanging nature of Being ➖ Self-discovery is a lifelong journey, enriched through teachings and experienceFind Katharine: unchangingbeing.com Subscribe to Unchanging Being on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@unchangingbeingKatharine's current Bhagavad Gita cohort has already begun, although she offers other in-depth courses on the Upanishads, Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, the Yamas and Niyamas, regular satsang, a brilliant newsletter, and her new YouTube channel, which features teachings and meditations.I loved spending time with my wise satsang friend and sharing this livestream episode with the Patreon community. I look forward to hearing what you take away from it.In oneness,BobbiThanks for listening!

Josh Thomas and Geoffrey Dugue, hosts of the Love for the Unseen God Podcast, talk with J about opening to transformational grace and a personal relationship with Jesus. They discuss observed experience as a basis for truth, nonduality and a creator, discerning man-made religion, comparing unitarian and trinitarian views, emptiness and being born again, worldviews of connection, Genesis I and III, surrender and salvation, God's will, Yamas and Niyamas, Shanti and Shalom, and knowing the unmatchable peace of choosing to follow Jesus.   To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM. Say thank you - buy J a coffee. Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.    

In this episode, we continue their journey through the Yamas and Niyamas, diving into the second jewel: Satya, or truthfulness.Join us as we reflect on what we've learned so far about courage, balance, boundaries, and self-love—and how those lessons prepare us to live authentically in truth. Together, we wrestle with what it means to be real instead of just nice, how to express ourselves without slipping into self-indulgence, and why truth has both a fierce weight and a freeing power.From the challenge of setting healthy boundaries to the courage of self-expression, this conversation encourages us to ask if ourselves some tough questions. Join us as we explore Satya together and discover how living truthfully can bring both freedom and deeper connection.Show Notes:Discussion based on The Yamas & Niyamas: Exploring Yoga's Ethical Practice by Deborah AdeleThis month, if you'd like to join us, we will dig deeper into Satya each week.Week 1: Observe the differences between times when you are "nice" versus "real." What were the circumstances? How did they make you feel and what were the results?Week 2: Focus on self-expression by expressing your hopes and dreams into the external world. Act on life-giving opportunities.Week 3: Slow it down this week and "do it right the first time" so that there are no apologies or do overs needed.Week 4: Look at ideas and beliefs that once served you but no longer do. Are you holding onto any of these beliefs that you need to release? Free yourself of them and watch how it energizes your quest for authentic realness. Closing Meditation:“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?' Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”― Marianne Williamson, A Return to Love: Reflections on the Principles of "A Course in Miracles"

In this deeply reflective solo episode, host Harmony Slater addresses a heated debate currently circling the global Ashtanga yoga community: certifications and their legitimacy. Drawing from her own decades of practice and personal memories of studying with Sharath Jois, Harmony offers her perspective on what certification really means — and what it doesn't. She invites us to step back from the noise of division and instead consider the larger crises happening across our world: climate disasters, hunger, war, and the erosion of human connection. With tenderness, honesty, and wisdom, Harmony explores grief, impermanence, and the essence of yoga as union—not fracture. Through stories, reflections, and quotes from Sharath, she reminds us that yoga is not a piece of paper, nor is it found in hierarchy, but in how we live, love, and treat one another. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why certification has never truly defined a yoga teacher How grief and loss are showing up in the yoga community The role of impermanence in practice and in life Stories and teachings from Sharath Jois that reveal his heart The importance of Yamas and Niyamas—especially Ahimsa—in today's world How division distracts us from the crises that actually need our energy A call to action: turning practice into presence, compassion, and service Check out Harmony's upcoming events: https://harmonyslater.com/events FREE Manifestation Activation: https://harmonyslater.kit.com/manifestation-activation FIND Harmony: https://harmonyslater.com/

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We often think about a yoga practice as being about physical movement. Many of us know about child's pose, downward facing dog, and tadasana. However, it may surprise you to know that the basis for all yoga practices is found in the elements of Yamas and Niyamas.The elements of Yamas and Niyamas teach a practical, step-by-step methodology that brings understanding to our life experiences, while at the same time pointing the way to the next experience. They are like a detailed map, telling you where you are and how to look for the next landmark. They facilitate taking ownership of your life and directing it towards the fulfillment that you seek.The five Yamas guidelines, or jewels, are about restraint. We are encouraged to practice non-violence, truthfulness, nonstealing, nonexcess, and nonresponsiveness.These 5 Niyamas, or observances,  encourage purity, contentment, self- discipline, self-study, and surrender. These yoga guidelines do not limit us from living life, but rather they begin to open life up to us more and more fully, and they flow easily into one another in ways that are practical and easy to grasp. Join us for this episode, no yoga mat required.Show Notes:The Yamas & Niyamas: Exploring Yoga's Ethical Practice by Deborah AdeleBrene Brown on empathy versus sympathy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZBTYViDPlQ

We've talked about what the eight limbs of yoga are and where they came from (if you missed that episode just scroll a few back) but what is each limb's practical, energetic, and spiritual significance in modern life? From the ethical and personal observances of Yama and Niyama, respectively, to the physical aspects of Asana, the breath control of Pranayama, and the mental focus of Dharana. And of course how it all culminates in the exploration of Dhyana and Samadhi. The Eight Limbs are here to help you cut through the noise and come back to what really matters, this episode will explain how. Listen and learn:

Once you decide that yes you CAN make yourself healthy again, it's time to get started in a  place that will give you a strong foundation and quick win. But where? There's a story Debra Adele tells in her book The Yamas and Niyamas about a helpful monkey who grabs a fish out of the water and takes him up into the tree. As the fish dies the monkey laments, “But I saved you from drowning!” Sometimes the things we do for our health seem like they should help but they can actually make it harder for us to succeed in the long term. One of those things is going cold turkey on anything.  It's so tempting to try to change everything all at once. Tempting and unnecessary. And for some people it ends up being an exercise in frustration and failure. When it comes to getting healthy for the long haul what we really want is lifestyle renovation. Just like in any good renovation project the starting place is often with the cleanup. That's our Work IN today. How do we support the changes we want and clear our path to health and fitness results?Most of us have some idea of what is healthy and what isn't, many of us probably have already started introducing some of those things. We might even be aware of the things that we are “supposed” to stop doing in order to be healthier. Some are obvious like smoking, drug or alcohol use, or junk/fast food. There are many ways that our modern lifestyle supports and even rewards unhealthy habits. We're going to look at 3 of these areas and some of the small bite size changes that can lead to big results. As a part of my mission to bring a legacy of resilience through movement, each month you can join me for a hike on the bike trail followed by a free trauma informed vinyasa class back at the studio on Main Street. Go to savagegracecoaching.com to see the calendar and join my newsletter, Yoga Life on Main Street, to stay up to date on all the latest studio news, events and gossip. And now… on to this week's episode.It's time to stop working out and start working IN. You found the Work IN podcast for fit-preneurs and their health conscious clients. This podcast is for resilient wellness professionals who want to expand their professional credibility, shake off stress and thrive in a burnout-proof career with conversations on the fitness industry, movement, nutrition, sleep, mindset, nervous system health, yoga, business and so much more. I'm your host Ericka Thomas. I'm a resilience coach and fit-preneur offering an authentic, actionable realistic approach to personal and professional balance for coaches in any format. The Work IN is brought to you by savage grace coaching, bringing resilience through movement, action and accountability. Private sessions, small groups and corporate presentations are open now. Visit savagegracecoaching.com to schedule a call and get all the details. Website & free guideFollow me on Instagram Follow me on FacebookFollow me on Linked IN

Masculine and feminine energies transcend gender and offer a blueprint for wholeness and vibrant health.In this episode, Myra reveals how understanding and balancing these complementary forces transforms our relationship with ourselves and others.The true nature of masculine and feminine energies and why they're often misunderstood.How to recognize healthy or unhealthy expressions of each energy.Why modern living pushes us toward imbalanced expressions of these energies and disconnection.Listen as Myra weaves the wisdom of Ayurveda with practical guidance to help us recognize and harmonize these essential aspects of our being. Balance allows us to meet life's challenges with compassion and courage.Enrollment for our 200-hour Ayurvedic Health Advisor and 600-hour Ayurvedic Health Counselor trainings are open all year. If leading others on the path of healing feels like your dharma, we invite you to book a free 1:1 call here with a member of our team so you can determine if one of our trainings is the right fit for you.Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced lifestyle, we invite you to join our free private community, the Hale Pule Sangha. Need a reset for your digestion and your life? Check out our 4-week Agni Therapy program - It includes Ayurveda and Yoga practices, a 1:1 consultation, energy work, a private support group, and a library of Q&As with Myra to support your healing process.If you enjoyed this podcast and received value from it, we'd appreciate if you left a heartfelt review. It supports our mission at Hale Pule and helps us reach more people.

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of Yoga Sutra 2.33 Pratipaksha Bhavana. But really, we go on all kinds of tangents! From global issues like Gen0cide and climate change, to bringing self-awareness to our own reactions and letting go of control.And also! We are running this FREE workshop soon! During the workshop, you will learn how to tune into your body, mind, emotions and energy with your chakras! We invite you to a chakra workshop happening on the 16th of April.We're going to go through each of the chakras and talk about how you can balance and align each of them in a very practical way that will help drive self-awareness and focus your energy.Hop on the waitlist for our Yoga Teacher Training 2025 to sign up for the masterclass!This is what we spoke about during the episodeWhen you're overwhelmed by negative thoughts, choose to cultivate the opposite. But just like everything in Yoga, this is a practice. It doesn't just happen.Pratipaksha Bhavana is a tool that helps you stay in alignment to the Yamas and Niyamas. Listen to our 10-part snack-sized Yoga philosophy series on the Yamas and Niyamas.The wild world we're living in and how it's affecting our mental and emotional state.The emotional rollercoaster we all ride and how Yoga philosophy helps us stay grounded.Nischala Joy Devi's translation and interpretation of Pratipaksha Bhavana helps to change your attitude rather than hoping to change the situation or the people who cause you to be unhappy. Anand Mehrotra's translation talks about how Sutra 2.33 is all about practising the Yamas and Niyamas. When you find yourself uncertain and terrified by life, use your tools and bring Ishvara Pranidhana into your consciousness. Surrender. Powerful reminder: you can't control others, but you can choose your response.Navigate anxiety by welcoming in excitement for your life. Yoga Sutras are wonderful tools and constant companions to guide you and help you move through life.If you loved this episode, share it with friends and family. Get in touch, we would love to hear from you, send us an email to carla@themerrymakersisters.com or emma@themerrymakersisters.com or message us on our Facebook and Instagram accounts @themerrymakersisters.Always merrymaking,Emma + CarlaP.s if you ever need further help or guidance please contact Lifeline or Beyond Blue. Asking for help is pure courage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Kriya Yoga Podcast, we explore the power of Kriya Yoga. The Power of Kriya Yoga: An Exploration of Self-Realization and Transcendence Kriya Yoga is a profound spiritual discipline that seeks to bridge the gap between the human experience and transcendence. This podcast delves into the reflections shared in a comprehensive lecture on the power of Kriya Yoga, touching on its transformative potential, philosophical underpinnings, and practical applications. Through the lens of a teacher's journey and insights, we explore the essence of this ancient practice. A Journey of Discovery Ryan recounts his initial encounter with Kriya Yoga, stemming from a deep yearning for spiritual clarity and understanding. Raised in a Christian tradition that did not fully satisfy his spiritual curiosity, he discovered the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda through the seminal work Autobiography of a Yogi. This exposure ignited a quest for enlightenment, leading to years of dedicated practice and mentorship under Roy Eugene Davis, a direct disciple of Yogananda. The transformative journey into Kriya Yoga begins with the premise that life is more than a physical or intellectual endeavor—it is a spiritual progression. Kriya Yoga offers a structured, "scientific" approach to transcendence, emphasizing direct experience over abstract philosophy. Philosophy and Practice Kriya Yoga is rooted in ancient Indian spiritual traditions, particularly the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and the Bhagavad Gita. Its philosophy underscores the alignment of mental, emotional, and psychological harmony as prerequisites for spiritual maturity. This discipline demands adherence to ethical principles (Yamas and Niyamas) and consistent meditative practice to unveil higher states of consciousness. Central to the practice is the idea of directing energy within the body along the spinal pathway, engaging chakras (energy centers) to achieve self-realization. By transcending the limitations of the root chakra—associated with basic survival instincts—practitioners progress through higher centers, unlocking creativity, love, wisdom, and eventually mystical insight. Mr. Kurczak emphasizes the role of action (Kriya) in this process. Transformation occurs through effort and discipline, aligning one's life with spiritual principles and fostering emotional and psychological balance. The Mystical Unknowing One of the most profound aspects of Kriya Yoga is its ability to guide practitioners into a state of "mystical unknowing." Rather than offering definitive answers, it cultivates faith and acceptance of the unknown. This "faith" is not a blind adherence but a trust born from direct experiences of spiritual support and coherence. Life's challenges are reframed as opportunities for growth, providing clarity and resilience through adversity. Ryan recounts moments of doubt and despair, only to find that persistent practice reveals the intelligence underlying life's difficulties. Meditation and philosophical study serve as tools to decode these challenges, aligning the practitioner's actions and choices with a higher purpose. The Human Journey Kriya Yoga positions human life as a bridge between primal instincts and divine transcendence. Drawing on the metaphor of the chakras, it describes the evolutionary journey from survival (root chakra) to spiritual illumination (crown chakra). This progression mirrors the transformation of unconscious living to a state of enlightened awareness. The speaker highlights the importance of personal growth as a foundation for spiritual advancement. Emotional and psychological maturity, cultivated through introspection and therapeutic practices, lays the groundwork for deeper meditation. This interplay between inner harmony and spiritual practice reflects the integrative nature of Kriya Yoga. Practical Implications Kriya Yoga's teachings extend beyond the meditation cushion. The discipline advocates for a life of integrity, authenticity, and alignment with universal truths. Practitioners are encouraged to live in harmony with the world, adopting sustainable practices, cultivating meaningful relationships, and embodying principles of truth and nonviolence. Moreover, the speaker underscores the importance of personal effort and commitment. Spiritual progress is not a passive journey but one that requires active engagement with life's challenges and a willingness to let go of outdated beliefs and habits. Conclusion Kriya Yoga offers a path to transcendence through a blend of philosophy, meditation, and ethical living. Its transformative power lies in its ability to harmonize the mind, body, and spirit, guiding practitioners toward direct experiences of the divine. As the speaker concludes, life itself becomes a form of divine communion, where every experience—joyful or painful—serves as a teacher. The ultimate goal is to realize the innate coherence of existence and to embody a state of enlightened awareness. This podcast encapsulates the essence of Kriya Yoga as not merely a practice but a profound way of being, offering a roadmap to spiritual self-discovery and the realization of life's deeper purpose. - If you would like to participate in future live sessions consider becoming a member of The Kriya Yoga Online Patreon Community or applying to the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Program. For continued inspiration and instruction, please read my new book, An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice. Now available in hardcover and softback on Amazon.  Your host, Ryan Kurczak, is a Kriya Yoga meditation teacher and author. He was authorized to teach Kriya Yoga in 2005, by Roy Eugene Davis, a direct student of Paramahansa Yogananda. For more information about this work please visit: A community of Kriya Yoga practitioners engaged in supporting this work. https://www.patreon.com/KriyaYoga Blog posts, books and information on the Kriya Yoga Apprenticeship Course. https://kriyayogaonline.com/ A Year Long Kriya Yoga Introduction Course Kriya Yoga Online Ashram (teachable.com) Hundreds of hours of videos related to Kriya Yoga and spiritual growth. https://www.youtube.com/user/KriyaYogaOnline

Join Myra Lewin for a timeless exploration of mind and hormone balance in this powerful re-released episode. Learn how simple Ayurvedic and Yogic practices support natural transitions in feminine cycles. Myra shares insights on:How to move beyond PMS symptoms such as cramps, cravings, mood swings, bloating, acne, depression and irritability through presence and awareness.Understanding the special relationship women have with changes and how to experience cycles as nature's rhythm without complicated diet plans or protocols.Why menopause doesn't have to be experienced as an illness or the end of fun and love.Embracing your feminine wisdom and healing with a balanced attitude toward your sensory input.Cultivating empowerment and harmony through conscious choices to feel well throughout your entire cycle.Whether navigating menstruation or menopause, discover how working with your mind creates space for these natural transitions to unfold with grace. This episode brings a fresh perspective to thousands of women seeking to experience their cycles as a peaceful part of life.Enrollment for our 200-hour Ayurvedic Health Advisor and 600-hour Ayurvedic Health Counselor trainings are open all year. If leading others on the path of healing feels like your dharma, we invite you to book a free 1:1 call here with a member of our team so you can determine if one of our trainings is the right fit for you.Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced lifestyle, we invite you to join our free private community, the Hale Pule Sangha. Need a reset for your digestion and your life? Check out our 4-week Agni Therapy program - It includes Ayurveda and Yoga practices, a 1:1 consultation, energy work, a private support group, and a library of Q&As with Myra to support your healing process.If you enjoyed this podcast and received value from it, we'd appreciate if you left a heartfelt review. It supports our mission at Hale Pule and helps us reach more people.

Each hit life brings does not have to put a chink in your armor! They teach us to put down the armor and know our own power!!!

What do ejaculation, tears and cough have in common?Join us for another unfiltered dive into the body's innate intelligence.In our second exploration of prajnaparadha (crimes against wisdom), Myra unravels more hidden health consequences of suppressing natural urges. When the mind runs the show, the body becomes unconsciously silenced.This episode speaks about what it means to reconnect to our powerful bodies. Discover the dosha (or life force) imbalances caused by suppressing natural urges, their impact on health, and effective remedies.In this episode, we discuss:Emotional suppression (tears and laughter): how does it manifest?The hidden truth about ejaculation, what happens when it's withheld and the difference between men's and women's ejaculation.Moving away from the fear of coughing and sneezing (especially after COVID)Myra's experience with clients suffering from disordered eating and practicing self-induced vomiting. The difference with the need to vomit.Myra's personal experience with the urge to breathe with exertion.Tools to help with letting go of control of the mind.How to follow the body's urge instead of the mind's urges (the stories we make about them).Until then...Enrollment for our 200-hour Ayurvedic Health Advisor and 600-hour Ayurvedic Health Counselor trainings are open all year. If leading others on the path of healing feels like your dharma, we invite you to book a free 1:1 call here with a member of our team so you can determine if one of our trainings is the right fit for you.Thanks for tuning in to the Everyday Ayurveda and Yoga at Hale Pule podcast. If this series inspires you to live a more holistic and balanced lifestyle, we invite you to join our free private community, the Hale Pule Sangha. Need a reset for your digestion and your life? Check out our 4-week Agni Therapy program - It includes Ayurveda and Yoga practices, a 1:1 consultation, energy work, a private support group, and a library of Q&As with Myra to support your healing process.If you enjoyed this podcast and received value from it, we'd appreciate if you left a heartfelt review. It supports our mission at Hale Pule and helps us reach more people.

The holiday season can be a magical time, but it can also bring its share of stress and emotional challenges. In this episode, I share practical tools to help you stay grounded and calm, even during high-stress moments like Thanksgiving gatherings. We'll explore a guided meditation focused on the root chakra, Muladhara, to balance your nervous system and connect with a sense of safety and stability.