personal growth – Going Pro Yoga

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

Leave a Comment / Emotional Intelligence / Ni Luh Cikara

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

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

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

Leave a Comment / Emotional Intelligence / Ni Luh Cikara

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

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

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

Leave a Comment / Philosophy / Ni Luh Cikara

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,

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

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

Leave a Comment / Evolution of Yoga / Ni Luh Cikara

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

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

Ep #150: Raising Emotionally Intelligent Kids Through Yoga and Inner Work with Andrea Wieser

Leave a Comment / Evolution of Yoga / Ni Luh Cikara

Andrea Weiser, a former Swiss banker, shares her transformative journey from the corporate world to becoming an inner guidance coach in Bali and now Hong Kong. After dealing with Lyme disease and personal challenges, Andrea found yoga, which became a powerful tool in her healing and growth. Her story reveals how yoga and personal development

Ep #150: Raising Emotionally Intelligent Kids Through Yoga and Inner Work with Andrea Wieser Read More »

Ep #149: Integrating Passion, Purpose, and Personal Growth with Lisa Flynn

Leave a Comment / Evolution of Yoga / Ni Luh Cikara

In this inspiring episode, Lisa Flynn, a heart-centered leadership coach, shares her transformative journey from discovering yoga in San Francisco to guiding others in finding their true path. Lisa reflects on how yoga helped her align different aspects of herself, allowing her to step into her purpose with ease and power. Her story takes listeners

Ep #149: Integrating Passion, Purpose, and Personal Growth with Lisa Flynn Read More »

Ep #148: Embracing Pleasure and Discomfort with Charmaine Mitchell

Leave a Comment / Evolution of Yoga / Ni Luh Cikara

Charmaine, a mother of four and former stay-at-home mom, shares her inspiring journey from divorce to becoming a digital nomad and yoga teacher in Bali. After breaking her spine in 2014, Charmaine’s strong yoga practice helped her recover, and now she aims to share yoga’s transformative power with others. Her story highlights resilience, healing, and

Ep #148: Embracing Pleasure and Discomfort with Charmaine Mitchell Read More »

Ep #146: Unraveling Emotional Patterns: A Developmental Perspective with Dr. Brendan Doherty

Leave a Comment / Emotional Intelligence / Ni Luh Cikara

Discover how childhood shapes our emotional lives in this insightful discussion with Dr. Brendan Doherty, a clinical psychiatrist and yoga practitioner. Emotions start developing even before birth, but understanding and managing them is a lifelong journey. Dr. Brendan explains how early interactions with caregivers help children learn to regulate their emotions, laying the foundation for

Ep #146: Unraveling Emotional Patterns: A Developmental Perspective with Dr. Brendan Doherty Read More »

Ep #144: From Yoga Mats to Dog Shelters: Finding Purpose and Joy with Phil Kowalik

Leave a Comment / Inspiring Stories / Ni Luh Cikara

Phil’s journey from corporate life in Canada to a fulfilling yoga teaching career in Bali is nothing short of inspiring. After getting stuck in Bali during COVID, Phil started a dog shelter and a kombucha business. A life-changing 200-hour yoga teacher training revealed the power of yoga and meditation to him. Despite initial struggles, Phil

Ep #144: From Yoga Mats to Dog Shelters: Finding Purpose and Joy with Phil Kowalik Read More »

Ep #143: Building Confidence and Language Skills with Rini Riraharjanti

Leave a Comment / Inspiring Stories / Ni Luh Cikara

Discover how Rini, a yoga teacher, transitioned from a 17-year corporate career to pursuing her passion for yoga. Despite her shyness, Rini began teaching yoga eight months ago, starting with private classes that boosted her confidence. She then transitioned to subbing classes, seizing opportunities, and gradually building her teaching career. Rini shares her journey of

Ep #143: Building Confidence and Language Skills with Rini Riraharjanti Read More »

Ep #142: Handling Praise, Criticism, and Empty Studios with Megan Cowley

Leave a Comment / Inspiring Stories / Ni Luh Cikara

Dive into Megan’s captivating journey from discovering yoga in Bali to becoming an inspirational teacher. Originally from the UK, Megan fell in love with yoga during a shavasana in Byron’s class, sparking a profound transformation and an obsessive passion for the practice. She booked a training session in Bali, which led to a deeper spiritual

Ep #142: Handling Praise, Criticism, and Empty Studios with Megan Cowley Read More »