Podcasts about vinyasa

"Never in my life have I felt so grounded, so strong, so centered. Austin, Texas, is my home. This city—this community—is my family. My work, everything I have worked so hard to build and everything I have worked so hard to become, finally has a safe place to nest and expand.I didn't realize until very recently that I had never felt truly at Home—until now.Now that I know what it feels like to come Home—to safety, rejuvenation, beauty, and peace—I realize what I have finally created. Not only a home for myself, but an oasis for my beloved community.A sacred thread running through my identity has always been Work Ethic and Follow-Through. Another word that comes to mind as I reflect is Integrity. When I say I will do something, that means it's done. No matter what it takes, I reach the finish line. And bringing Ayurveda to the masses has been the greatest and most rewarding use of that gift.I do it for God. I do it for Love. I do it to set a precedent for the next girl or boy dreaming of a career in Ayurveda—or pursuing another noble and worthy cause, whatever that hero's journey looks like for them. I want to give them the ability to see it and believe that it is possible.It took me a long time to embrace my role as a Leader. To accept my own innate worthiness. It took exactly as long as it took. But here we are.For context, I grew up feeling deprived of Love. I was starving for it throughout my 20s and well into my early 30s, which drew me into all kinds of unhealthy relationship dynamics—with myself and romantic partners.But my parents were kind enough to acknowledge my work ethic. I could sense that it made them respect me. So I ran with that—quite literally. From my first New York City Marathon at 18 to the eight-year marathon of becoming an Ayurvedic Doctor.This season begins at a new threshold. We are no longer asking whether Ojas Oasis can work. The clinic, the podcast, the online store, the merchandise, the partnerships, and this growing community have answered that question.Now we are asking: How far can it expand? After a 90 minute hot Vinyasa class this morning, I got my answer to that question. It can expand as much as I can hold and allow it to expand. Which means, everything that has happened prior to this season, built incredible tolerance and strength into my vessel. Which means, great power can flow through it. Life humbled me enough and purified me enough, to realize that great power is a great responsibility, gifted to those who can use it to help others. The leaders I have seen fall from the greatest of heights, fell the moment they tried to hold on to power, vs let it flow and let it go as it chooses. I have experienced life without love, without money, without friends, without certainty. Therefore, the fear of losing or the fear of dying, has been conquered. Because I have already lost 1000 times, and died 1000 times.In order to serve you all as deeply as I intend to, it requires constant up-leveling on my part. I am always looking at where I can grow, improve, and transmute my ego.This is what I call Dharmic Equity: the trust, capacity, and enduring value built when ambition is governed by service. It is not power we hoard; it is value we steward.9 seasons and a billion miles later, we are and continue to be proof of concept.Thank y'all for staying by our side as we pave the path into the next season.  For our true fans and listeners, our first edition merch is now available: an Ojas Oasis t-shirt in 3 gorgeous colors: navy blue, ghee yellow, and blush pink. 100% cotton, available both in the clinic and online at www.ojasoasis.com/shop A simple reminder to keep your cup full, protect your Ojas, and your inner peace." - SashaSend us Fan MailThis episode is brought to you by Ojas Oasis Ayurveda, Sasha's private clinical practice. Schedule a 30-minute strategy session here. For 10% off Kerala Ayurveda, use code OjasOasis. For 20% off GarryNSun, code OJASOASIS20. For 10% off Ora Cacao, code OjasOasis10. Support the showTo learn more about working with us, please visit www.OjasOasis.com Connect with us @ojasoasis on Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube

Comment le Yin Yoga peut-il nous apprendre à ralentir et à revenir à nous-mêmes ?Dans un quotidien souvent rythmé par l'action, la performance et le “toujours plus”, il devient difficile d'écouter réellement ce qui se passe en nous. Le corps est souvent sollicité, parfois ignoré.Dans cet épisode, j'ai le plaisir de recevoir Amélie Annoni, professeure de Yin Yoga et de Vinyasa, et autrice du livre Le Yin Yoga – Éloge de la lenteur, paru aux éditions La Plage.Ensemble, nous explorons comment le Yin Yoga nous invite à habiter le temps autrement et, au-delà de la pratique, à découvrir une véritable philosophie de vie où ralentir devient un chemin de conscience.Vous pouvez retrouver Amélie Annoni :- Site : https://www.anahata-paris.fr/- Instragram : https://www.instagram.com/amelie_annoni_yoga/Episode recommandé :- Comment rester dans son axe quand la vie nous bouscule ? avec Sylvie LigerBonne écoute !------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------⭐ Si cet épisode vous a plu, laissez 5 étoiles sur Apple Podcasts ou partagez-le autour de vous. C'est l'un des meilleurs moyens de faire découvrir le podcast.

Welcome to the Live Your Yoga Podcast.This episode features a guided audio practice with one of our faculty members. It is offered as an audio only experience, allowing you to engage with the practice without the need to watch a screen and to meet the practice in a way that works for you.Ally leads you through a lovely gentle vinyasa class ideal for students new to yoga or experienced practitioners looking to get back to the basics. Clear cueing and time in each pose mean you can fully immerse your body and mind into the experience.Music: Exit Exit by PC III. License: Creative Commons License. Whisps of Whorls by Kevin MacLeod. License: Creative Commons License. Stories About the World That Once Was by Chris Zabriskie. License: Creative Commons LicenseDisclaimerThis audio practice is intended for general wellness and educational purposes only. Please listen to your body, practice within your own limits, and stop at any time if something does not feel right. If you have any medical conditions, injuries, or concerns, please consult with a qualified medical professional before participating.Join the Your Yoga Flow CommUNITY!Practice with UsBecome a TeacherConnect with Us! - Instagram, Facebook, YouTubeSend us Fan MailSupport the show

What if manifestation has nothing to do with trying to “get” something… and everything to do with who you become in the process?In this episode, Kate is joined by Farhad Khan for a powerful conversation about the deeper truth behind manifestation - beyond vision boards, affirmations, and trying to force life to go according to plan.Together, they explore how real manifestation happens through identity shifts, embodiment, self-trust, and becoming the version of yourself who is aligned with the life you desire.This conversation challenges the fantasy-based approach to manifestation and invites a more grounded, expansive way of creating your life.In this episode, Kate and Farhad discuss:Why manifestation is really about becomingThe difference between fantasy and true alignmentHow desperation, attachment, and “trying to manifest” can block what you wantThe identity shifts required to create a new realityWhy your external world can only meet the depth of your internal expansionLetting go of timelines and trusting the unfolding of lifeHow self-worth, embodiment, and nervous system safety change what you attractThis episode is for anyone who feels exhausted trying to “make” their dreams happen - and is ready to step into a more aligned, authentic, and expansive way of living.Because manifestation isn't about convincing the universe or trying to control your path - it's about becoming open to the life that is meant for your soul.Journey To Japan - A Sacred Retreat Guided by Farhad Khan · Kate Harlow · Akiko Shirai Experience the beauty, culture, and wellness traditions of Japan while connecting with an incredible community. Learn more and reserve your spot at https://www.studio11wellness.com/japan2027Join our complimentary Journey to Japan Information Session - Sunday June 14 • 9:00am PST Register HEREAbout The Guest:With a deep passion for sound healing, Farhad Khan brings a truly devotional and expansive healing quality to his work and performance. Using sound healing as a wellness therapy tool, Farhad's intuitive way of weaving all that he has learned on his path is memorable and leaves your mind elevated and your heart full of joy.Farhad's journey with yoga began in 2001. The profound impact of yoga on his well-being led him to fully embrace its principles and philosophies, making it his life's purpose. Having studied with various teachers from around the world, Farhad teaches from his heart and welcomes everyone to bask in the many gifts this practice offers. He has over 10,000 hours of Yoga Alliance certifications, skilled in a variety of styles including Hatha, Vinyasa, Restorative, Yin, Somatic, Nidra, and Kundalini. His extensive training includes time spent in ashrams in India, where he deepened his understanding of yoga and meditation.Farhad founded a Yoga & Wellness Studio in North Vancouver in 2007, where his dedication to the essence of yoga and sound healing flourished. After 15 successful years, he sold the studio to focus on meditation and sound healing, inspired by their profound effects on the brain and nervous system. Since then, he has facilitated workshops, sound baths, and teacher training sessions across Vancouver and abroad, integrating Eastern wellness practices into modern life.Farhad is also a certified yoga life coach, meditation teacher, and sound healing practitioner. He has worked with various sound healers over the years and continues to offer his transformative services to elevate spirits and support healing. Having personally battled anxiety and depression, Farhad shares tools and practices from his own journey, aiming to offer peace, empowerment, and joy to all those who attend his teachings. His mission is to elevate the spirit through sound and experiential journeys.Additionally, I've created the Farhad Khan Wellness line, a collection of therapeutic, all-natural, cruelty-free products crafted without synthetics and infused with the healing vibrations of crystal sound frequencies. Each product is thoughtfully made in small batches in Vancouver, BC, designed to bring nourishing, transformative energy of sound healing into your daily wellness rituals. Through this line, I aim to help you experience the calming and restorative benefits of sound therapy as part of your everyday self-care.Upcoming Retreat Schedule: https://www.farhadkhansound.com/retreatsFarhad Khan Wellness: https://www.farhadkhansound.com/farhadkhanwellnessSound Healing Course: https://www.farhadkhansound.com/sound-healing-courseWhispers for the Heart And Soul - Card Deck: https://www.farhadkhansound.com/farhadkhanwellness/p/whispers-for-the-heart-and-soulInstagram: @farhadkhan @farhadkhanwellness @farhadkhansoundExpanded Love Masterclass - June 19-21st, 8-10am Pacific Dailyhttps://www.theunscriptdwoman.com/expanded-love-masterclass-3-dayThe 3 Day Expanded Love Masterclass is a fully immersive week long experience that will help you understand your patterns and more importantly, how to transform them.Your desire for love is actually your desire to meet the deepest and truest parts of yourself that get activated 'through' love.Let me show you a new way to create healthy love, thriving relationships in your life and a life that lights up your soul.About the Host:Kate Harlow is the founder of The Unscriptd Woman, the creator of The Expanded Love Coaching Method, and host of The New Truth podcast - ranked in the top 1.5% globally. With over 15 years of experience teaching, coaching and facilitating transformational retreats worldwide, Kate has helped hundreds of thousands of women break free from outdated relational patterns, old patriarchal ways of thinking and unspoken rules to live by.Her infallible methods guide women to release the deeply ingrained scripts that keep them stuck- empowering women to step into their highest, most magnetic, and fully expressed selves. Through her coaching, retreats, podcast and upcoming book The Unscriptd Woman, Kate is redefining what it means to be an empowered woman in today's world, showing women how to stop waiting for permission and start creating a life and love that aligns with their deepest truth.Known for her rare ability to see exactly where women are out of alignment with themselves, Kate offers a path back to unwavering self- trust, meaningful joy and true fulfillment. Her work is a revolution - one that liberates women from societal expectations and invites them into a life of radical authenticity, thriving relationships and unshakable self-worth.Website: https://www.theunscriptdwoman.com/Thanks for listening! It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation with us, head on over to our Facebook group, the New Truth Movement at https://www.facebook.com/groups/209821843509179/With this podcast, we are building an international community of The New Truth Movement.If you know someone who would benefit from this message or could be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode?Leave a note in the comment section below!Follow the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can follow the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave us a reviewWe appreciate every bit of feedback to make this a value-adding part of your day. Ratings and reviews from our listeners not only help us improve, but also help others find us in their podcast app. If you have a minute, an honest review on Apple Podcasts goes a long way! 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Your boyfriend rages through walls, jobs, and landlords like a one-man wrecking crew. You've got coping tools—but is coping the goal? It's Feedback Friday! And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If you want us to answer your question, register your feedback, or tell your story on one of our upcoming weekly Feedback Friday episodes, drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com. Now let's dive in!Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1331On This Week's Feedback Friday:If you want to skip Gabe's thoughts on Brazilian street muggings and the story of the weirdest yoga class of his life, you can take a Vinyasa and jump straight to 13 minutes and 30 seconds.Your marriage crisis got "counseled" by a pastor-and-wife duo who prescribed prayer and a Toblerone. You lost your church, your college friends, and years with your parents. Did the chocolate-and-scripture combo crack the case, or was something else doing the real work?Your sister credits a decentralized, unregulated form of Biblical Counseling with healing her postpartum spiral. Now you're depressed too, convinced misery stems from not obeying Scripture, and you're about to walk into a session built to challenge you on exactly that. Brace for impact?You're a Lutheran pastor with serious thoughts about charlatans slapping "pastor" on a business card. You refer congregants out, see a counselor yourself, and have a hot take coming on whether anyone should stay at a church serving judgment instead of compassion. Mic drop incoming?Recommendation of the Week: Hydrocolloid Roll — a cheaper, better-sticking, washable alternative to Band-Aids that you can cut to size for any scrape, blister, or zit.Your 6'4" disinherited wheat-heir "sweetheart" punches walls, rages at landlords, and has you one outburst from eviction. You've got Al-Anon, jiu jitsu, and Grand Master Carlos' mantra in your corner. Is that armor enough, or is the armor itself the problem?Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!Connect with Jordan on Twitter at @JordanHarbinger and Instagram at @jordanharbinger.Connect with Gabriel on Twitter at @GabeMizrahi and Instagram @gabrielmizrahi.And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors: Lufthansa Allegris: Go to Lufthansa.com and search for "Allegris" to learn moreBetterHelp: 10% off first month: betterhelp.com/jordanChime: Open an account in two minutes: chime.com/jhsHiya: 50% off first order: hiyahealth.com/jordanAT&T: Get an iPhone 17 Pro for $0: att.com/iphone or visit an AT&T store for detailsCastbox: Find, organize, and subscribe to the world's best podcasts: castbox.fmSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A really sweet energy in the room tonight. Challenging but lighthearted with a fair amount of single leg standing aimed at hip stability and core engagement. 

A great one to loosen up the lower back. A little core, lots of twists, a handful of folds, and some compassion. 

A moderate one with deep twists and a few balance challenges. Super bright energy this morning.

Divorce and family conflict can push people into survival mode. A text message, tense conversation, or co-parenting issue can quickly trigger stress that makes it hard to think clearly or respond calmly. In this episode, divorce attorney Craig Robertson and R+E client advocate, former client, and meditation practitioner Mac Chaney are joined by yoga and meditation teacher Amy Wilson to discuss practical ways to calm the nervous system and create space between what happens and how you respond. Amy teaches at Glow Yoga Studio in Gulf Shores, Alabama, and has more than 900 hours of training in Vinyasa and Hatha yoga, including study with Sri Dharma Mittra at Dharma Yoga in New York City and immersive meditation training with Hridaya Yoga in France and Mexico. Together they explore how stress affects the body during divorce, why breathwork can shift you out of fight-or-flight, and how meditation helps develop the pause between stimulus and response. Amy also introduces the yogic concept of the koshas, the idea that we are layered beings—body, breath, mind, and deeper awareness—and explains how working with the breath can help move us out of reactivity and back into clarity. The episode concludes with a short, guided meditation designed for anyone navigating the emotional intensity of divorce or family conflict.  

This was a fun, lighthearted one; challenging but mostly fundamental. It went by so fast. 

Skill Refinement Even energy, even flow. Delightfully moderate tonight. 

The energy tonight was a little wild coming in. This was a strong but nurturing flow in response. 

A really sweet, beautiful one in a room with mellow but focused energy. Challenging without being aggressive.

Strong tonight, creating a lot of space and length in the lower body. 

This was my morning practice, a moderate one with lots of space across the lower back and sacrum. 

Welcome to the Spiritually Fit Yoga podcast with Amelia Andaleon. This episode is a recording from a live yoga class on the Insight Timer app. It begins with a short meditation and pranayama called nadi shodhana, or alternate nostril breathing. To set up you might want a blanket, blocks, or any props as needed to support your practice. At the end of the class I end it in savasana in silence. You are welcome to listen into the conversation with the students after the class where I share about how yoga and meditation have calmed my nervous system and taught me to be less reactive to stressors in life. And, I share about my recent Yoga Hike to End Alzheimer's and how important it is for us to care for our brain health.MEDICAL DISCLAIMER"By participating in this online yoga class, you acknowledge that yoga is a physical practice that carries risk of injury. You agree to take full responsibility for your own health, safety, and any injuries that may occur. Pay attention to sensations in your body, and gently and slowly transition out of any postures where you feel sharp pain. Please consult a doctor before beginning, especially if you have pre-existing conditions or are pregnant." FREE CLASSES ON INSIGHT TIMERI have a few Sacred Sunday Yoga classes this month. Here are the links to join on the Insight Timer app for free.March 15 9am PST - Sacred Sunday Yoga March 22 9am PST - Sacred Sunday YogaCOSTA RICA YOGA RETREAT - PROMO CODE FOR PODCAST LISTENERSAnd, here is the link for my Connected in Costa Rica yoga retreat I mentioned during the class. I recently ended my early bird special but if you are interested, feel free to email me . Mention that you're a podcast listener and would like to know more about the retreat and receive a special podcast promo code . Click here to find out more - all-inclusive Costa Rica eco-luxury yoga retreat February 2027.THANK YOUIf you find this episode or my podcast valuable, your 5-star ratings and reviews are appreciated. Please share this with anyone who would appreciate the yoga classes, meditations, and interviews I share here on my podcast. To become a paid subscriber for .99 per month, click hereIf you would like to support my online offerings I offer freely, click here. Thank you for your support. In gratitude,Amelia AndaleonYoga & meditation teacherLead trainer, Spiritually Fit Yoga School (RYS)Subscribe to my newsletters for event updates, retreat announcements, and VIP retreat discounts:

A great all around flow this afternoon. 

A mild one on a grey, rainy day. A great practice for the day after leg day. Lots of hip opening and hamstring lengthening. 

A stronger one tonight. Lots of shoulder opening and standing on one leg. 

A friendly flow this afternoon, leaning fundamental without being basic. 

The sound was funny for the first minute of this class but then it corrected. Start seated please, sukhasana or any comfortable cross legged position. Then please enjoy a moderate one with some unusual challenges. 

A great strong cleansing kind of practice tonight. Lots of leg strength and twists with a deep hip finish. 

A sweet one with a fair amount of back bends aimed at strengthening posture (spine and upper back). 

A challenging one tonight with a lot of single-leg balance and a fair amount of vinyasa. 

A crisp, moderate all-arounder to help shake off the holidays. 

A mellow one this afternoon with a lot of shoulder and hip opening by request. Savor the last days of Romjul and have a Happy New Year! 

What if 2026 isn't about trying harder - but about aligning deeper?What if it wasn't about resolutions - but an opportunity to reclaim your joy and the magic of who you are.In this very special New Year's Eve episode of The New Truth, I'm joined by one of my oldest and dearest friends - we've walked beside each other through every new beginning since I was 19 years old.Farhad Khan is a world-class yogi, sound bowl healer, entrepreneur extraordinaire and overall magical human - and in this conversation, we drop into something far more powerful than New Year's resolutions.You will learn:Why 2026 is a potent energetic reset — not just another yearHow to consciously close cycles instead of dragging them forwardThe difference between forcing goals and allowing magicNervous system regulation, embodiment, and why your body must feel safe to receive moreThe spiritual AND practical foundations of creating a truly aligned lifeWhat it actually means to live in devotion to your truthThis episode is grounding, expansive, deeply loving and so real- and the perfect way to cross the threshold into a new year with intention, clarity, and an open heart.If you're ready to stop surviving and start receiving…If you're calling in more ease, pleasure, love, purpose, and magic…This conversation is your invitation.About The Guest:With a deep passion for sound healing, Farhad Khan brings a truly devotional and expansive healing quality to his work and performance. Using sound healing as a wellness therapy tool, Farhad's intuitive way of weaving all that he has learned on his path is memorable and leaves your mind elevated and your heart full of joy.Farhad's journey with yoga began in 2001. The profound impact of yoga on his well-being led him to fully embrace its principles and philosophies, making it his life's purpose. Having studied with various teachers from around the world, Farhad teaches from his heart and welcomes everyone to bask in the many gifts this practice offers. He has over 10,000 hours of Yoga Alliance certifications, skilled in a variety of styles including Hatha, Vinyasa, Restorative, Yin, Somatic, Nidra, and Kundalini. His extensive training includes time spent in ashrams in India, where he deepened his understanding of yoga and meditation.Farhad founded a Yoga & Wellness Studio in North Vancouver in 2007, where his dedication to the essence of yoga and sound healing flourished. After 15 successful years, he sold the studio to focus on meditation and sound healing, inspired by their profound effects on the brain and nervous system. Since then, he has facilitated workshops, sound baths, and teacher training sessions across Vancouver and abroad, integrating Eastern wellness practices into modern life.Farhad is also a certified yoga life coach, meditation teacher, and sound healing practitioner. He has worked with various sound healers over the years and continues to offer his transformative services to elevate spirits and support healing. Having personally battled anxiety and depression, Farhad shares tools and practices from his own journey, aiming to offer peace, empowerment, and joy to all those who attend his teachings. His mission is to elevate the spirit through sound and experiential journeys.Additionally, I've created the Farhad Khan Wellness line,...

On episode 186 of Welcome To The Winners Circle, Derek Pang interviews Jessica Ryan (www.jessicaryanyoga.com; IG: @jessicaryanyoga) a Yoga teacher who since 2010 has taught thousands of classes all over North America. In addition to having completed over 1,500 hours of Yoga specific training, she's attained her Bachelor of Kinesiology degree and became a certified Athletic Therapist in 2016. Most recently, her passion for healing and movement led her to co-founding Rogue Vinyasa (www.roguevinyasa.com; IG: @roguevinyasa), Winnipeg's newest yoga studio, this past Spring.Here are some of the subjects we touched on:- what she loves about her personal world right now - origin story of her Yoga journey- what inspired her to do her first Yoga teacher training- pursuing her kinesiology degree- living Yoga beyond the mat- hyper-mobility amongst yogis - key mentors that've positively influenced her- what meditation means to her - the importance of community- how all athletes can benefit from Yoga - most common Yoga injuries - her bicycle accident- recovering from a traumatic brain injury - Love Your Brain initiative- foundations to her personal self-care - how the pandemic affected her- what inspired to co-found Rogue Vinyassa - overcoming fear- dealing with opening delays - why Matt and her work so well together - her vision for Rogue Vinyasa- learning from failures- what she's currently learning- what she's currently unlearning- greatest life lesson she learnt on her path thus far I hope you guys enjoy this podcast as much as we did. We are all on the same path, The Hero's Journey, just at different points along the way. Thank you so much for listening!Connect with us on Instagram: WTTWC Podcast: @wttwcDerek Pang - @pangyogahttps://www.welcometothewinnerscircle.com

A great pace and vibe to this quiet little class today. Merry Christmas, every one. 

On episode 185 of Welcome To The Winners Circle, Derek Pang interviews Matt Coppens (IG: @coppens31) a Yoga student and instructor who's been fortunate to travel around the world pursuing his passion for Yoga. This Spring, after 10 years of being involved in all aspects of running a Yoga studio - from teaching to management, he and his best friend co-founded Rogue Vinyasa (www.roguevinyasa.com; IG: @roguevinyasa) in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where he continues to share his love for this amazing practice. Before Yoga, he completed a degree in Massage Therapy, as well as over 20 years working in customer service. He's also a DJ known as COPPENS.Here are some of the subjects we touched on:- what he loves about his personal world right now- how he was introduced to Yoga- one thing he can guarantee someone that tries Yoga for the first time- key mentors that have inspired him on his path- the importance of community - his vision at Rogue Vinyasa - becoming a Yoga teacher- co-founding his own Yoga studio- his relationship with fear- advice for someone stuck at crossroad of should and must- finding one's purpose - the fundamentals of his personal self-care - what he's currently learning - what he's currently unlearning - the meaning of “winning” to him- lessons learnt from challenges on his journey - his advice for someone currently facing a challenge- being appreciative - the importance of communication- greatest life lesson he's learnt on his path thus farI hope you guys enjoy this podcast as much as we did. We are all on the same path, The Hero's Journey, just at different points along the way. Thank you so much for listening!Connect with us on Instagram: WTTWC Podcast: @wttwcDerek Pang - @pangyogahttps://www.welcometothewinnerscircle.com

This was a journey. We got through a lot without feeling rushed about it, emphasizing straight leg hip mobility. 

This class had a great arc to it, real soft on the ends while strong and challenging through the middle. Lots of twists. 

So many people step into a yoga class expecting an ancient practice, yet most modern vinyasa is actually a recent aesthetic invention. In this episode, Ava unpacks the toxic patterns shaping the modern yoga industry, why students often hand their authority over without realising it, and what a body led, trauma-informed practice looks and feels like in comparison. If you love yoga, teach yoga, or care about spiritual integrity, this conversation offers clarity, context and a deeper understanding of what you are truly practicing. Listen in and share how this information lands for you. Whether you agree or disagree, we welcome your reflections.   Relevant links:  Podcast episode: 4 stages of spiritual seeking Functional Flow Yoga Teacher Training    Chapter markers:  00:00 Introduction to the topic 01:43 Setting the context for this conversation 07:00 Why Ava is positioned to speak on these topics 12:10 What modern vinyasa actually is and the goals behind it 15:44 The core issues within this style of practice 20:45 A body led, trauma-informed approach compared with the medicalised yoga model 26:16 The origins of Hatha Yoga and a summary of key points 30:50 Invitation to share your thoughts   Increasing accessibility to functional healing + non-dual spiritual oneness: www.functionalspirituality.com   Free resources: Newsletter sign-up:  A monthly update for me on new offers and the energy of the month. Community meditation: Join the Functional Spirituality Group and enjoy a free resource for meditators and yogis to connect to and enjoy a like-minded community.   Free training - 3 part method of Functional Spirituality: Learn the clear, practical framework for deep healing, emotional regulation, and spiritual integration. Connect on Socials Where you can hear from us in daily life Personal account & Functional Spirituality: @functionalspirituality  Studio: @spandaschool  Lavandula Botanicals: @lavandula.botanicals  

Plan your year in sync with astrology --- Mindful New Year enrollment is OPEN at https://www.mindfulnewyear.comThis week, we're in the thick of transformational energies as December unfolds, with a powerful Scorpio stellium and Neptune going direct. These shifts invite deep reflection, courageous action, and clarity around what truly matters in your life. I'll walk you through the best ways to harness these energies, what to avoid, and practices to thrive across health, wealth, relationships, and purpose.The Scorpio stellium brings Mercury, Venus, and the Sun together, highlighting communication, finances, relationships, and authority. This is a week to have heart-to-heart conversations, set meaningful goals, and move toward what you love. Physical and spiritual practices like Vinyasa yoga, Shanga, or pranayama can help you integrate these transformational energies.We also have Mars entering Sagittarius, which energizes bold action, adventurous pursuits, and long-term planning. Watch for overconfidence or scattered efforts. Neptune going direct in Pisces opens a window for clarity, intuition, emotional insight, and breakthroughs, though there's a risk of idealism or escapism. Grounding practices, meditation, and spending time in nature will help you stay centered while navigating these shifts.These energies are excellent preparation for Mindful New Year, the live workshop where I'll guide you to plan 2026 in sync with astrology. You'll get the calendar I've personally used for over 10 years, insights on new moons, full moons, eclipses, and a roadmap for sustainable change. Options include the workshop only, a combined reading, or early access to the Mentorship Program starting in January.Learn more and sign up at mindfulnewyear.com. For free weekly horoscopes, resources, and my Vedic Astrology training, visit quietmindastrology.com.Key Ideas From This Episode:1. Scorpio stellium invites transformation through communication, relationships, and personal growth.2. Mercury in Vishaka helps you set tangible goals and prioritize what matters.3. Mars in Sagittarius energizes bold decisions, adventure, and long-term planning.4. Neptune direct in Pisces brings clarity, intuition, and potential breakthroughs.5. Mindful New Year workshop helps you plan 2026 with astrology, tools, and practices.Free Vedic Birth Chart & Training: http://www.quietmindastrology.com/freebirthchartInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/quietmindastrologyYouTube: http://www.quietmindastrology.com/youtubeYoga Teacher Training Podcast: https://www.anchor.fm/yogateachertrainingQuietmind Yoga: https://www.quietmind.yoga

Adam explores common myths surrounding yoga practice, particularly in Ashtanga. He discusses the significance of moon days, the myths of leg positioning, menstruation and inversions, and the misconception of step-by-step progression in yoga. Keen emphasizes the importance of personal experience over traditional beliefs and encourages practitioners to question the validity of these myths. He concludes by highlighting the dual nature of myths in motivating practice while also recognizing their potential to mislead.  Adam Shares ·      Moon days are not essential for practice. ·      Leg positioning in Ashtanga lacks scientific backing. ·      Menstruation does not prohibit inversions in yoga. ·      The Ashtanga sequence does not guarantee step-by-step body opening. ·      Primary series is not strictly therapeutic as claimed. ·      Vinyasa is not a sacred principle but can be useful. ·      Mula Bandha's relevance in modern yoga is questionable. ·      Yoga does not purify organs as often claimed. ·      Catching in micelle is not beneficial and can cause injury. ·      Practicing more than once a day can be beneficial if done sensibly. Keen on Yoga Become a Patron: https://www.keenonyoga.com/patrons/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Keenonyoga Website: www.keenonyoga.com Follow Adam:  @keen_on_yoga | @adam_keen_ashtanga Retreats with Adam: https://www.keenonyoga.com/ashtanga-yoga-retreats/ Support: Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/infoRf  

A fantastic all-around flow this afternoon. 

Attention Economy This was a challenging class riding on big energy in the room. 

A moderate one in the heat of high summer in LA. Standing balance challenge. 

This was a fundamental one that leaned a little strong with some upper body challenges. 

This week I'm joined by Yogatique Bangkok Co-Founder Minh Lowe. Minh has a 23 year Yoga practice and draws her inspiration from a blend of the essential aspects of Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Anursara, Iyengar and Yin practices. Since teaching her first class 14 years ago, Minh has committed to making her classes welcoming, challenging and safe.Read Minh's articles here: https://medium.com/@Minh.LoweAccess a comp coaching spot (tick the GOYA box) here: https://scheduler.zoom.us/amymcdonald/coachingThe November sale info is here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/saleIf you value this show, please do consider supporting my work on Patreon. It's just $5 AUD a month and it makes a big difference to me. Here is the link: https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

A rather even and straightforward but challenging one.

A well rounded flow this evening with some playful challenges. 

A charming little flow with lots of twists, hamstring length, and foot strength. 

This was a sweet moderate one that felt like the right thing at the right time for the right group. Options for inversions. 

This was a sweet moderate one that felt like the right thing at the right time for the right group. Options for inversions. 

An odd one in a good way, visiting some postures off the beaten path. 

This one went by fast, a lighthearted flow with some fun curveballs. 

A strong, fun one tonight with some extra core strength and hip stability. 

I really liked the flow of this one, a well rounded challenge that chugged along nicely. 

A strong one with lots of vinyasa and upper body challenge.