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Ep #147: Beyond Flexibility: Building Strength and Control in Yoga with Michael Henri

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Unlock the full potential of your yoga practice by understanding the true mechanics behind stretching and mobility. In this episode, the discussion focuses on the importance of balancing flexibility with strength and control, particularly when approaching advanced yoga poses. The speaker dispels the myth that stretching is harmful, emphasizing that it’s not the act of

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

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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

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Ep #131: Divine Devotion and Abundance with Vijeth Kumar

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Dive into the profound aspects of yoga that extend beyond physical practice and into the realms of unconditional love, service, and spiritual growth. Michael and Vijeth discuss the essence of Bhakti yoga, which centers on devotion and seeing unity in all beings. They emphasize the importance of acting with love, offering gratitude, and letting go

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Ep #130: Embracing Imperfection with Vijeth Kumar

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Get ready to dive into the profound depths of the yogi mindset with Vijeth Kumar, who begins his discussion with a mantra invoking the blessings of Lord Ganesha and Maharshi Patanjali. Vijeth emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfection as a pathway to growth and creativity, inspired by Patanjali’s ancient teachings on yoga and Ayurveda. Vijeth

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Ep #128: Empowerment Philosophy with Byron de Marse

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Discover the world of empowerment flow yoga with Byron, who illuminates the journey of connecting with one’s inner self through understanding chakras and koshas. Byron breaks down the complexity of energy systems, emphasizing how chakras, the energy centers of the body, correlate with human qualities and nature. They delve into the transformative power of aligning

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Ep #127: Yoga Your Way with Byron de Marse and Alyssa Goldberg

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Imagine stepping into a yoga class where you are free to be yourself, exploring movement and emotions in a space that encourages personal growth and self-discovery. This is the essence of the empowering yoga practices discussed in a thought-provoking conversation. Byron and Alyssa are back on the podcast to dive into the evolution of yoga,

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Ep #126: How to Host Retreats with John Quirk

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Imagine transforming a passion into a powerful retreat that not only brings joy to others but also promotes personal growth and healing. This podcast episode dives into the world of retreats, exploring the journey from chaos to clarity, and the profound impact these experiences can have on both the organizer and the participants. John Quirk

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Ep #125: Yoga Teaching Career Tricks with John Quirk

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Are you curious about how someone transitions from corporate life to teaching yoga? Join us as we explore the journey of John Quirk, who found his true calling in yoga after leaving the corporate world. John Quirk, a former journalist, effortlessly transitioned into teaching yoga, drawing from his confidence in public speaking and athletic background.

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Ep #124: Corporate to Yoga with John Quirk

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Are you yearning for a life transformation or seeking fulfillment beyond the corporate grind? Dive into an inspiring journey with John Quirk on our latest podcast episode. John shares his captivating transformation from a conventional job to discovering his true purpose through yoga and journalism. This episode takes you through a narrative of change, adventure,

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Ep #123: Feedback and Reflection on Your Sequences with Alyssa Goldberg

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In this episode, Alyssa Goldberg returns to talk about her journey as a new yoga teacher and why feedback and reflection are so important when planning yoga classes. She shares how she pays attention to how her students react and engage during class, using this information to improve her teaching. Alyssa discusses different ways teachers

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Ep #122: Creating Seamless transitions with Byron de Marse

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In this episode, Byron is back to talk about making smooth transitions in yoga sequences, focusing on the importance of breathing and pacing. He explains how techniques like ujjayi breath can help connect movement and breath. Byron suggests that teachers use their voice effectively, starting classes with an introduction to ujjayi breath. While sometimes challenging

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