Step onto the mat with us, not just to practice but to belong. ’Black on the Mat’ brings a fresh lens, emphasizing the often overlooked journey of black yogis. Through candid conversations and enriching content, Danielle and Saisha, two certified yoga teachers, bridge the gap between ancient practice and contemporary experiences. Our mission? To let folks know that we’re here and that there’s space for you to come through!
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Step onto the mat with us, not just to practice but to belong. ’Black on the Mat’ brings a fresh lens, emphasizing the often overlooked journey of black yogis. Through candid conversations and enriching content, Danielle and Saisha, two certified yoga teachers, bridge the gap between ancient practice and contemporary experiences. Our mission? To let folks know that we’re here and that there’s space for you to come through!
The Spiritual Journey: Yoga as a Path of Self-Discovery
Black on the Mat
44 minutes 6 seconds
1 year ago
The Spiritual Journey: Yoga as a Path of Self-Discovery
Today, we explore yoga as a path for self-discovery and spiritual growth, consciously avoiding the trap of spiritual bypassing, with the inspirational Faith Hunter. Faith opens up about her transformative journey from confronting personal tragedy to finding peace and resilience through yoga, leading to the creation of her "Spiritually Fly" philosophy that awakens the brilliance within the soul.
Yoga can offer more than just physical well-being; it's a means for navigating life's challenges with genuine introspection and emotional honesty. In this episode, discover how to cultivate a practice that fosters deep reflection and supports your healing journey. Faith's journey and insights serve as a source of inspiration and encouragement for anyone aiming to embrace their authentic self through yoga.
Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and elevated—this is an episode you won't want to miss.
Faith Hunter Bio
Faith Hunter is a global yoga and meditation instructor, wellness philanthropist, movement motivator, healing guide, and music head. She is the architect of Spiritually Fly™, a life philosophy that awakens the brilliance within the soul, and uses the ancient technologies of breath, movement, sound (chanting & music), and stillness in a fresh and modern way to encourage students to live the life they desire.
Faith Hunter began her practice of yoga and meditation in the early 90s to manage the stress and emotional pain of her older brother dying of complications related to AIDS. Through mindfulness, personal reflection, and deep personal practices, Faith was able to release her fears and experience an awakening from within. Over the past 20-plus years, Faith has studied yoga, meditation, breathwork, reiki, and many wellness approaches. She’s graced the covers of Yoga Journal (twice), Om Yoga & Lifestyle, Origin Magazine, and Sweat Equity. Faith has also appeared on Wendy Williams, The Real Housewives of Potomac, and in Essence, Black Enterprise, Women’s Health, Shape, New York & YOGA magazines.
She’s an exclusive yoga & wellness expert for BeachBody, iFIT Nordic Track, Fitbit, and Meditation Studio App. She has proudly represented endemic brands such as Athleta, Footlocker, and lululemon, as well as non-endemic brands such as Warner’s and Weleda. In addition, Faith is an author who has penned two books, Shades of the Soul (poetry and daily inspirations), and her latest, Spiritually Fly: Wisdom, Meditations, and Yoga to Elevate Your Soul.
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Step onto the mat with us, not just to practice but to belong. ’Black on the Mat’ brings a fresh lens, emphasizing the often overlooked journey of black yogis. Through candid conversations and enriching content, Danielle and Saisha, two certified yoga teachers, bridge the gap between ancient practice and contemporary experiences. Our mission? To let folks know that we’re here and that there’s space for you to come through!
