Have you ever wondered why our minds are so full of thoughts and are restless? Is there actually a way that we can manage our minds? The last time I checked, I think there are more or less 60,000 thoughts we have per day, which is just mind-blowing. To shed some light on this interesting topic, I’ve invited a friend of mine whom I’ve known for almost a decade and who also happens to be a yoga teacher, Pavel Dmitriev. Episode Highlights: What is the mind according to yoga? Where in the mind is morality? Managing the mind through yoga for beginners Why is our mind so troubled? Pranayama and t ..read more

I’m really excited about today’s conversation with Dr. Manasa Rao sharing her experience and knowledge about sadhana. Dr. Manasa Rao is practicing yoga since the year 1995. She genuinely believes that yoga is about connecting, healing, and becoming aware of a higher reality within all of us, that stretches beyond the mat. Join us as we discover the meaning of the word sadhana, what its goal is, and its importance. We also go as far as discussing the obstacles while being in sadhana and whether we need to lean on a teacher or not to create a sadhana for us. Episode Highlights: What does the ..read more

In my studio at Aham Yoga, I have students who have some knowledge of Ayurveda and I would often get so many questions about what the role of food is. How should we really eat? How frequently should we eat and in what quantity? This is honestly a topic that I am no expert with and so I decided to invite back a past guest who is the real expert in Ayurveda, Nidhi Pandya. Episode Highlights: The role of food in our lives according to Ayurveda The three pillars of health in Ayurveda The connection between the ahara (food) and prana Does Ayurveda look at cooked food and raw food differently? Th ..read more

Today's episode features a deep dive into the intersection of social media and yoga. It's an important listen for those active on social media, as well as for those who may have chosen to disconnect from it due to its distractions. We have Daniel Simpson, the author of "The Truth of Yoga," joining us in discussing discernment and digital yoga. Episode Highlights: The future of yoga for someone who has worked with long-form yoga studies and content for a long time. How can yoga consumers be sharper at discerning and be better at critical thinking? What are some of the qualities of a good stud ..read more

I'm excited to welcome Swami Chidananda to the show, our first-ever Swami guest. We delve into the topic of peace in light of current global events. We explore how we can practice and promote peace in our daily lives, given the prevalence of unrest and suffering in the world. How can we engage peacefully and act in a way that benefits both ourselves and those around us? Episode Highlights: What is peace? The journey to inner peace Suffering or grace: the two ways to grow on the spiritual path How to balance detachment and indifference in reactions when thinking about peace and suffering? Is ..read more

On today's episode, I am excited to share three deeply insightful and practical tips that you can pass on to your asana students to help them establish a stronger connection with the non-physical aspects of yoga. These tips go beyond the physical practice of yoga and delve into the more subtle and profound elements of the practice. Episode Highlights: Arrive early to class and sit with yourself. Practice Mauna (silence) on the way home after yoga class Spend a little time in reflection Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram ..read more

In this episode of the Let's Talk Yoga podcast, we welcome Savitha Enner, a fellow yoga teacher from Karnataka, India. Savitha shares her unique perspective on living yogic wisdom, which she affectionately calls the "lazy person's approach." Episode Highlights: What is this lazy teacher's approach? Exploring the pursuit of sustainable inner peace through yoga practice Exploring the concept of ahimsa in yoga practice Prioritizing peace over ego in personal relationships can be challenging but rewarding in the long run. Emphasizing the importance of being true to oneself and showing compassio ..read more

In this episode, I share five important lessons I have learned from practicing yoga, which include letting go of mental and physical burdens, being kind to ourselves, and building inner resilience. These lessons are not just applicable to yoga but can be incorporated into our daily lives to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Episode Highlights: Insights on yoga poses and life lessons. Yoga poses offer valuable life lessons in different shapes 5 things yoga poses teach us about navigating life Yoga poses make you fitter, stronger, healthier, or wholesome. You put yourself in differ ..read more

Today I am going to walk you through a guided beginner-friendly Yoga Nidra practice. For those of you who are exploring Yoga Nidra for the first time, this is a deep guided relaxation practice usually done in the position of Shavasana. Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram ..read more

Yoga Nidra is an ancient practice that holds immense potential for our well-being, yet it remains somewhat hidden in the shadows. Today, we’re fortunate to have Sandeep Manur, a seasoned yoga teacher, studio owner, and teacher trainer, back on the podcast to unravel the mysteries of Yoga Nidra. Episode Highlights: What is yoga nidra and how is it different from shavasana? The origin of yoga nidra from the Bihar School of Yoga What are the benefits of yoga nidra Does yoga nidra have any connection with hypnosis? The 8 stages of Yoga Nidra Internalization Sankalpa Body awareness Breath awaren ..read more