Podcast Episodes – Going Pro Yoga

Ep #163: Navigating Death, Loss, and the Human Experience of Grief with Michael Henri

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Grief is one of the most profound human experiences, yet many struggle to fully process and embrace it. In this episode, the speaker shares their personal journey of losing a close friend and the deep emotional impact that followed. They explore the universal nature of grief, whether it stems from the death of a loved […]

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Ep #162: Expectation vs. Reality: Building Resilience Through Mindset Shifts with Michael Henri

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Managing expectations can deeply impact our emotions and well-being. In this episode, Michael explores how unmet expectations—whether in relationships, work, or daily life—can lead to frustration, disappointment, or even physical stress. He explains how the brain’s predictive nature forms expectations and how a mismatch between expectations and reality triggers emotional responses, including a dopamine crash

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Ep #161: Stress, overwhelm, and growth: how to embrace life’s pressures with Michael Henri

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Stress and overwhelm are part of life, but how we approach them can make all the difference. This episode explores the transformative role of acceptance in managing these emotions. Stress is a natural response to challenges, but when it becomes chronic, it can harm both physical and mental health. Overwhelm, on the other hand, often

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Ep #160: Healing Trauma with Yoga and Psychedelics: Ping’s Inspiring Path with Ping

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Ping, a yoga teacher from Thailand, shares her transformative journey from growing up in chaotic Bangkok to finding healing and authenticity through yoga, psychedelics, and personal growth. After moving to Canada in her 20s, Ping began a profound exploration of altered states of consciousness, including experiences with psilocybin and DMT, which helped her confront themes of

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Ep #159: Pranayama and Breath as Medicine with Akshay Bhat

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Discover the profound connection between breath, energy, and consciousness in this insightful discussion with Akshay Bhatt, a practitioner of yoga and Ayurveda. The conversation explores the transformative practice of pranayama, or breath control, as a gateway to understanding the mind and body on a deeper level. Akshay explains how the practice of elongating the breath,

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Ep #158: Annoyance, Frustration, Anger and Rage with Michael Henri

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Emotions like anger, frustration, and rage are part of the human experience, but how can we navigate them in a healthy way? In this episode, the guest dives deep into understanding these intense emotions, sharing practical tools to process them constructively and avoid their negative impacts on the body and mind. The discussion explores how

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Ep #157: The Five Elements of Wellness: Chinese Medicine for a Balanced Life (Part 2) with Jaclyn Keoh

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This episode offers a deep dive into the ancient wisdom of Chinese medicine, focusing on balance as the key to physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Jocelyn Keoh, a Chinese medicine practitioner, shares profound insights into how elements like fire, metal, and water influence our well-being. The discussion explores the fire element, associated with passion and

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Ep #156: The Five Elements of Wellness: Chinese Medicine for a Balanced Life (Part 1) with Jaclyn Keoh

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Imagine understanding health not as a fixed state but as an ongoing journey of balance. This episode dives into the ancient wisdom of Chinese medicine, where harmony between yin and yang is the cornerstone of well-being. Jaclyn Keoh, a practitioner of Chinese medicine, shares profound insights into how balancing our body’s energy, or “chi,” can

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Ep #155: Cultivating True Confidence: Building Pride and Self-Acceptance with Michael Henri

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Imagine reaching a 5,400-meter summit in the Himalayas, finding a powerful sense of pride that goes beyond the climb itself. In this episode, Michael shares insights from his journey about cultivating self-worth and finding balance between internal and external validation. Michael explores the importance of self-compassion and how we can appreciate ourselves without relying solely

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Ep #154: Kapha, Pitta, Vata: Understanding Ayurveda’s Three Body Types with Akshay Bhat

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In this episode, Akshay Bhat, an Ayurvedic practitioner and yoga teacher, delves into the Ayurvedic principles of health and the three doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. He explains that Ayurveda views health as a balance between physical, mental, and spiritual aspects, emphasizing that one’s dosha is just a piece of the larger puzzle of well-being. Akshay

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Ep #153: Ayurveda and Yoga: The Path to Health, Happiness, and Liberation with Akshay Bhat

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In this episode, Akshay Bhat, a yoga teacher and Ayurvedic practitioner, explores the four pillars of life in Ayurveda: Dharma (righteousness), Artha (material possessions), Kama (fulfillment of desires), and Moksha (liberation). He emphasizes that balancing these aspects is crucial to leading a happy and healthy life. Akshay delves into how Ayurveda and yoga are interconnected,

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Ep #152: Uncovering Your Authentic Intuition: A Guide to Trusting Yourself with Michael Henri

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In this episode, the speaker dives into the concept of intuition and how it can often be clouded by fears, trauma, and conditioned behaviors. They explore the challenge of distinguishing between true intuition and reactions based on past experiences. The speaker emphasizes the importance of connecting with one’s inner truth and recognizing the influence of

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