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Robert Moses | Advaita Vedanta: Reality, Illusion, and the Nature of Consciousness

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/950785/open_sms] Robert Moses is a renowned expert in yoga philosophy and Advaita Vedanta. With over five decades of experience in studying and teaching Vedanta, Robert has become a respected figure in the field. He has been closely associated with influential teachers such as Eddie Stern and is the founder of the website Namarupa.org. Robert's extensive travels and his appreciation of luminaries like Ramana Maharishi have enriched his understanding and teachings in yoga, Vedanta, and pranayama practices. Visit Robert here: https://namarupa.org/ [https://namarupa.org/] Key Takeaways: * Advaita Vedanta Philosophy: Advaita Vedanta posits that all perceived separation is an illusion; there is only one supreme consciousness. * Impact of Vedanta: Robert Moses illustrates how the teachings of Vedanta have profoundly transformed his understanding of identity and consciousness. * Yoga Practices: The discussion highlights how pranayama and meditation are tools to maintain balance, calm, and awareness in everyday life. * On Suffering and Empathy: Advaita Vedanta acknowledges suffering but encourages empathy while recognizing it as part of the illusory world. * Personal Growth: Regular practice, combined with understanding karma, faith, and consciousness, leads to profound self-awareness and peace. Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out: 👇 8IN8 Ashtanga Yoga for Beginners Course Online- Learn 8 Limb Yoga in 8 Days - Get FREE coupon code for a limited time only (Regular price $88) https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ [https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/] Practice with Native Yoga Online - New classes EVERY day - Use Code FIRSTMONTHFREE https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class [https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class] Subscribe to Native Yoga Center and view this podcast on Youtube [https://youtube.com/user/NativeYogaCenter]. Thank you Bryce Allyn for the show tunes. Check out Bryce’s website: bryceallynband.com [https://bryceallynband.com/]and sign up on his newsletter to stay in touch. Listen here to his original music from his bands Boxelder [https://open.spotify.com/artist/4IOp11OGJu17ORbUA6FqsK?si=7Q84kTnKRMutyGNVG-IOCQ&nd=1], B-Liminal and Bryce Allyn Band on Spotify. Please email special requests and feedback to info@nativeyogacenter.com [info@nativeyogacenter.com?subject=Native%20Yoga%20Toddcast] https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Support the show [https://www.paypal.me/nativeyogacenter] Native Yoga website: here [https://www.nativeyogacenter.com] YouTube: here [https://www.youtube.com/user/NativeYogaCenter] Instagram: @nativeyoga [https://www.instagram.com/nativeyoga/] Twitter: @nativeyoga [https://twitter.com/nativeyoga] Facebook: @nativeyogacenter [https://www.facebook.com/nativeyogacenter/] LinkedIn: Todd McLaughlin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-mclaughlin-503686126/]

Simon Borg-Olivier: From Tradition to Innovation in Yoga

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/950785/open_sms] Simon Borg-Olivier is a renowned yoga practitioner, physiotherapist, and movement expert with over four decades of experience. He is known for his innovative integration of traditional yoga practices with modern physiotherapy principles. Having studied under legendary yoga masters such as B.K.S. Iyengar and other prominent instructors, he has developed a unique teaching philosophy that emphasizes breathwork, movement, and the inner workings of the body. Simon is a passionate educator, sharing his expertise through various courses, workshops, and online platforms. Visit Simon here: https://simonborgolivier.com/ [https://simonborgolivier.com/] Key Takeaways: * Simon Borg-Olivier stresses the importance of moving from your core and breathing less to achieve a meditative state and optimal body function. * The Five Dimensional Synergy Flow integrates principles from yoga, martial arts, and indigenous practices, emphasizing natural movement and breath. * Emphasizing health, happiness, and longevity over physical aesthetics is crucial in yoga practice according to Simon. * Misconceptions about breathwork and stretching can lead to ineffective and sometimes harmful practices. Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out: 👇 8IN8 Ashtanga Yoga for Beginners Course Online- Learn 8 Limb Yoga in 8 Days - Get FREE coupon code for a limited time only (Regular price $88) https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ [https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/] Practice with Native Yoga Online - New classes EVERY day - Use Code FIRSTMONTHFREE https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class [https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class] Subscribe to Native Yoga Center and view this podcast on Youtube [https://youtube.com/user/NativeYogaCenter]. Thank you Bryce Allyn for the show tunes. Check out Bryce’s website: bryceallynband.com [https://bryceallynband.com/]and sign up on his newsletter to stay in touch. Listen here to his original music from his bands Boxelder [https://open.spotify.com/artist/4IOp11OGJu17ORbUA6FqsK?si=7Q84kTnKRMutyGNVG-IOCQ&nd=1], B-Liminal and Bryce Allyn Band on Spotify. Please email special requests and feedback to info@nativeyogacenter.com [info@nativeyogacenter.com?subject=Native%20Yoga%20Toddcast] https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Support the show [https://www.paypal.me/nativeyogacenter] Native Yoga website: here [https://www.nativeyogacenter.com] YouTube: here [https://www.youtube.com/user/NativeYogaCenter] Instagram: @nativeyoga [https://www.instagram.com/nativeyoga/] Twitter: @nativeyoga [https://twitter.com/nativeyoga] Facebook: @nativeyogacenter [https://www.facebook.com/nativeyogacenter/] LinkedIn: Todd McLaughlin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-mclaughlin-503686126/]

Santina Giardina-Chard: Breaking Free from Addiction Through Ashtanga Yoga & Gestalt Therapy

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/950785/open_sms] Santina Giardina-Chard is a dedicated Ashtanga yoga teacher, having mastered all levels up to the fourth series. Alongside her yoga practice, Santina is a certified gestalt therapist with a master's degree, tirelessly working with clients to explore how their past influences their present experiences and relationships. Her holistic approach combines yoga and gestalt therapy to offer profound insights into personal development and self-awareness. Visit Santina here: https://insanyoga.com/ [https://insanyoga.com/] Key Takeaways: * Integration of Yoga and Therapy: Santina illustrates how Ashtanga yoga and gestalt therapy synergize to promote self-awareness and personal growth. * Freedom Through Deep Self-Contact: The practice of turning towards personal challenges and emotions with curiosity can lead to liberation from past patterns. * Phenomenological Observation: Understanding one's physical and emotional reactions in the present moment is essential for overcoming past influences. * Horizontal Relationship Dynamics: Gestalt therapy emphasizes creating a non-hierarchical, safe space for exploration and healing. * Continual Learning in Practice: Both yoga and gestalt therapy require ongoing personal development to effectively support others. Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out: 👇 8IN8 Ashtanga Yoga for Beginners Course Online- Learn 8 Limb Yoga in 8 Days - Get FREE coupon code for a limited time only (Regular price $88) https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ [https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/] Practice with Native Yoga Online - New classes EVERY day - Use Code FIRSTMONTHFREE https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class [https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class] Subscribe to Native Yoga Center and view this podcast on Youtube [https://youtube.com/user/NativeYogaCenter]. Thank you Bryce Allyn for the show tunes. Check out Bryce’s website: bryceallynband.com [https://bryceallynband.com/]and sign up on his newsletter to stay in touch. Listen here to his original music from his bands Boxelder [https://open.spotify.com/artist/4IOp11OGJu17ORbUA6FqsK?si=7Q84kTnKRMutyGNVG-IOCQ&nd=1], B-Liminal and Bryce Allyn Band on Spotify. Please email special requests and feedback to info@nativeyogacenter.com [info@nativeyogacenter.com?subject=Native%20Yoga%20Toddcast] https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Support the show [https://www.paypal.me/nativeyogacenter] Native Yoga website: here [https://www.nativeyogacenter.com] YouTube: here [https://www.youtube.com/user/NativeYogaCenter] Instagram: @nativeyoga [https://www.instagram.com/nativeyoga/] Twitter: @nativeyoga [https://twitter.com/nativeyoga] Facebook: @nativeyogacenter [https://www.facebook.com/nativeyogacenter/] LinkedIn: Todd McLaughlin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-mclaughlin-503686126/]

Brendan Smullen: How Ashtanga Yoga Evolves with Life, Parenthood & Community

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/950785/open_sms] Brendan Smullen is a certified Ashtanga yoga teacher and co-owner of a yoga studio in Seattle, where he and his partner specialize in Ashtanga and progressive variants of this practice. With a rich background in both traditional and Rocket yoga, Brendan is known for fostering inclusive and community-driven yoga experiences. Through his teaching, Brendan emphasizes discipline, practice consistency, and the importance of community in the yoga journey. He has studied with notable instructors, including Christina Martini and Manju Jois, blending traditional teachings with innovative modifications to support diverse practitioners. Visit Brendan here: https://www.theyogashalaseattle.com/ [https://www.theyogashalaseattle.com/] Key Takeaways: * Yoga practice adapts to life changes, such as new parenthood, requiring flexibility and understanding rather than strict adherence to routine. * Strong partnerships, whether in personal or professional life, can enhance the teaching and practice of yoga through shared goals and mutual support. * Creating a vibrant yoga community involves fostering environments where organic connections and support systems, like meal trains, can flourish. * Modifying traditional Ashtanga practices allows for greater accessibility and inclusivity, supporting a diverse range of practitioners. * Sustainability in yoga practice benefits from an emphasis on personal practice and self-guided sessions, steering away from dependency on external motivation. Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out: 👇 8IN8 Ashtanga Yoga for Beginners Course Online- Learn 8 Limb Yoga in 8 Days - Get FREE coupon code for a limited time only (Regular price $88) https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ [https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/] Practice with Native Yoga Online - New classes EVERY day - Use Code FIRSTMONTHFREE https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class [https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class] Subscribe to Native Yoga Center and view this podcast on Youtube [https://youtube.com/user/NativeYogaCenter]. Thank you Bryce Allyn for the show tunes. Check out Bryce’s website: bryceallynband.com [https://bryceallynband.com/]and sign up on his newsletter to stay in touch. Listen here to his original music from his bands Boxelder [https://open.spotify.com/artist/4IOp11OGJu17ORbUA6FqsK?si=7Q84kTnKRMutyGNVG-IOCQ&nd=1], B-Liminal and Bryce Allyn Band on Spotify. Please email special requests and feedback to info@nativeyogacenter.com [info@nativeyogacenter.com?subject=Native%20Yoga%20Toddcast] Support the show [https://www.paypal.me/nativeyogacenter] Native Yoga website: here [https://www.nativeyogacenter.com] YouTube: here [https://www.youtube.com/user/NativeYogaCenter] Instagram: @nativeyoga [https://www.instagram.com/nativeyoga/] Twitter: @nativeyoga [https://twitter.com/nativeyoga] Facebook: @nativeyogacenter [https://www.facebook.com/nativeyogacenter/] LinkedIn: Todd McLaughlin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-mclaughlin-503686126/]

Angelica Govaert: How Meditation, Quantum Physics & Yoga Build a Thriving Online Career

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/950785/open_sms] In this episode, we sit down with Angelica Govaert — aka Yogalebrity — a yoga teacher and digital entrepreneur with 40+ years of practice. She blends meditation, quantum physics, and business strategy to help yoga teachers thrive online. Angelica has created multiple successful courses, including a best-selling program on yoga assists, and leads the Empowered Yoga Teacher Project. Her marketing expertise also earned her a spot in Russell Brunson’s Inner Circle. Join us as Angelica shares her journey, key lessons, and what it takes to succeed as a modern yoga professional. A must-listen for yoga teachers and wellness entrepreneurs ready to elevate their impact. Visit Angelica here: https://www.angelicagovaert.com/ [https://www.angelicagovaert.com/] Key Takeaways: * Visualization and Meditation: Angelica highlights how Joe Dispenza's techniques enabled her to overcome imposter syndrome and visualize her path to success, aligning her daily actions with her goals. * Building an Online Business: She underscores the necessity of financial investment and strategic planning when establishing an online presence, stressing that creating content is crucial for sustained growth. * The Importance of Marketing: Angelica offers insights into the power of smart marketing over having a superior product, sharing her experiences with social media and ClickFunnels to substantiate her points. Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out: 👇 8IN8 Ashtanga Yoga for Beginners Course Online- Learn 8 Limb Yoga in 8 Days - Get FREE coupon code for a limited time only (Regular price $88) https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ [https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/] Practice with Native Yoga Online - New classes EVERY day - Use Code FIRSTMONTHFREE https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class [https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-class] Subscribe to Native Yoga Center and view this podcast on Youtube [https://youtube.com/user/NativeYogaCenter]. Thank you Bryce Allyn for the show tunes. Check out Bryce’s website: bryceallynband.com [https://bryceallynband.com/]and sign up on his newsletter to stay in touch. Listen here to his original music from his bands Boxelder [https://open.spotify.com/artist/4IOp11OGJu17ORbUA6FqsK?si=7Q84kTnKRMutyGNVG-IOCQ&nd=1], B-Liminal and Bryce Allyn Band on Spotify. Please email special requests and feedback to info@nativeyogacenter.com [info@nativeyogacenter.com?subject=Native%20Yoga%20Toddcast] https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/ Support the show [https://www.paypal.me/nativeyogacenter] Native Yoga website: here [https://www.nativeyogacenter.com] YouTube: here [https://www.youtube.com/user/NativeYogaCenter] Instagram: @nativeyoga [https://www.instagram.com/nativeyoga/] Twitter: @nativeyoga [https://twitter.com/nativeyoga] Facebook: @nativeyogacenter [https://www.facebook.com/nativeyogacenter/] LinkedIn: Todd McLaughlin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-mclaughlin-503686126/]