Ashton Hall and Mel Robbins may be trending right now for their...intense...morning routines. But your morning doesn't have to look like that for you to start your day on the best foot. This episode is the first in a seasonal series about how to use the principles of yoga philosophy and its sister science Ayurveda to customize your morning routine - both for your unique needs and for the season.
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Whether or not we like it -- change is in the air. Socially, politically, spiritually. You may not realize it but yoga has prepared you with the mental resilience to face it head on. Here's how.
In this episode, I share 5 simple yogic tactics to fortify yourself ahead of major change.
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Some people think it's unethical. Some people think it's essential.
Either way, it's a massive industry that's only gaining more and more traction: The Yoga Teacher Training. In this episode, I share the origins of how yoga was passed down and taught, and how that has evolved with the birth of the yoga industry.
You'll also get a framework of inquiry to understand your intentions and whether YTT is right for you, PLUS a checklist to help you choose the right training program.
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One of the questions I get asked most frequently is "How do I build a yoga practice from scratch?"
In this episode, I offer a 5-step framework to help you build a yoga practice of your own - and you might be surprised at how simple it is! You'll incorporate elements from the 8-limbed path and integrate your practice into your life, both on and off the mat. Yoga doesn't have to be hard or scary - it just needs dedication, compassion and a little discipline.
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Learn about an essential element of yoga, Prana - your vital life energy. We unpack what it is, how to sense it, practices that enhance or deplete it, and how to optimize it to improve your quality of life. The episode ends with a short pranayama practice so you can experience the sensation firsthand.
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Reference Links
A history of Al-Nakba
https://remix.aljazeera.com/aje/PalestineRemix/al-nakba.html#/17
The Balfour Declaration
https://www.britannica.com/event/Balfour-Declaration
How to get started in activism for Palestine:
https://www.pcrf.net/information-you-should-know/how-to-help-palestine.html#:~:text=This can include writing to,to bring about positive change.
Books:
Applied Ethics Primer by Letitia Meynell and Clarisse Paron
Yoga - Anticolonial Philosophy by Dr Shyam Ranganathan
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Sri Swami Satchidananda
Podcasts:
The Genocide of Palestinians: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jPGgYybr0lrmIHcpQlj93?si=726d2ccd8a3343f5
Eelam Tamil history:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6dvVVja3BaGopbh59GTIwV?si=EOqa273hSXOIMC8MRMCW7g
The war in Sudan:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0xbzCipOMQPeKQoD3FuyFh?si=S8FxtD8ERqaWN9rV4JbdFA
The civil war in DR Congo:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7svK7nxRct2LIx35onbEml?si=ttIXo8O-RKGf2M0w7QOKcg
Credible social media sources to follow:
@red_maat
@sbeih.jpg
@wizard_bisan1
@varathas
@letstalkpalestine
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In the second episode of this podcast, I give you an overview of the vast landscape of Yoga and go deeper into just one of those forms of yoga that has been taken the west by storm - the 8 limbed path of Ashtanga yoga. Topics discussed: - The four major categories of yoga - The 8 limbed path of ashtanga yoga - 3 Journal prompts to help you begin your exploration of self Journal Prompts: 1. What was my first introduction to Yoga, and how did it shape my understanding of this practice? 2. How have I recently practiced one of the five Yamas (External ethics) in my day to day life? 3. What hobbies or activities make me feel like I'm in a state of Dhyana (meditation)? Yoga Off The Mat (YOTM) is available on all podcast platforms, including Spotify & Apple podcasts. If you enjoyed the episode and look forward to more, consider supporting my work on Patreon (@divyabala). Be sure to follow the podcast on all platforms below and leave me a rating! :) Resources: Instagram: @yogaoffthematpodcast & @divyabala Youtube.com/divyabala Patreon.com/divyabala Website: www.hidivya.com
Welcome to Yoga Off The Mat, the podcast!
I’m your host, Divya - an E-RYT 200 yoga teacher, content creator, activist, writer and speaker (among other things).
Whether you’re brand new to yoga and seeking to build a foundation, or maybe you’re a seasoned practitioner who wants to deepen your knowledge, here you’ll learn how to apply yoga on and off the mat as a tool for personal growth and social change. In this pilot episode, I’ll share my personal journey with yoga spanning 20 years and the moments of revelation that led me to this moment. I’ll also give you an idea of what you can expect from future episodes. This episode covers: - What you can expect from Yoga Off The Mat Podcast - My personal journey with yoga and what led to this project - What you can expect from future podcast episodes Yoga Off The Mat (YOTM) is available on all podcast platforms, including Spotify & Apple podcasts. If you enjoyed the episode and look forward to more, be sure to follow the podcast on all platforms below and leave me a rating! Resources: Instagram: @yogaoffthematpodcast & @divyabala Youtube.com/divyabala Patreon.com/divyabala Website: www.hidivya.com
