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

Spirituality is a term that is frequently used in our yoga communities. However, what does spirituality actually signify when it comes to yoga? To discover the answer to this question, I am thrilled to introduce a new guest, Ram Jain, who will be discussing the fundamental principles of spirituality. Episode Highlights: What spirituality means in the context of yoga How does one begin their spiritual journey in yoga The difference in spiritual perception between yogis and modern-day practitioners Can yoga bring one happiness? Should someone practice yoga to find more joy? The six pillars of ..read more

It's fascinating to explore the topic of gurus in yoga and the meaning behind the word. In this episode, we delve into the characteristics of a guru, when you might need one, whether it's possible to practice yoga without a teacher, and so much more. Our guest today is Dr. Manasa Rao, who has been on the show before. Episode Highlights: What is the role of a guru in yoga? What traits or characteristics to look for in a guru? The different levels of teachers and the different types of students The difference between a regular teacher and a guru Is guru a title Do gurus impact more deeply than ..read more

In this episode, I’m doing a deep dive into what type of asana will help during perimenopause. I'll share some tips on how to approach your practice, which pranayamas are useful, which restoration techniques will leave you feeling rejuvenated, what will really add value to your practice, and what yoga principles in living yoga are we going to really pull from. Episode Highlights: The difference between perimenopause and menopause Asana practice in younger years The practice of asana during the four weeks of menstrual cycle We have to let our asanas evolve as we age Three things that yoga tea ..read more

The topic of women yogis in India is often overlooked and not widely discussed due to its complexity and nuances. It involves many layers of cultural factors. Popular yoga often includes discussions about yogis, but there is a mysterious aspect to it. To shed some light on this topic, I decided to invite Prasad Rangnekar back, one of our favorite guests, to discuss the history of women practitioners, specifically yogis and yoginis in India. Episode Highlights: Was yoga a man's practice? The distinction between saying women yogis and yoginis Defining yoga in context The role of women in socie ..read more

I know that some of you have been requesting an episode about mudras. When it comes to mudras, I couldn't think of a better person to have this conversation with than our favorite guest, Indu Arora. We delve into the concept of namaste as a mudra and explore mudras that extend beyond the hands. Indu defines what mudras are, their origin, and how to practice them. Additionally, she provides advice for those who are new to the idea of mudras and how they can explore it further. Episode Highlights: Mudras and their relevance to today's yoga The origins of mudra Relationship between mudras and th ..read more

Today, I have the pleasure of hosting Prashant J, a yoga teacher from India, on my show. He is the proud owner of a yoga school in Rishikesh and is known for his expertise as an international yoga teacher and content creator. Our discussion today will focus on pranayama, where we dive deep into topics like prana, Kundalini Shakti, and Kumbhakas. Episode Highlights: The link between yoga and pranayama The definition of prana and pranayama Can pranayama alone help one move towards higher states of consciousness and enlightenment or get into much deeper practices? The relationship between the K ..read more

Fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum are three phases in life that Ayurveda provides a lot of wisdom about. I can't think of anybody specializing in this field other than our past guest, Nidhi Pandya. She uses her generational Ayurvedic wisdom to help us understand it in a simplified and relatable manner where we can find ways to apply Ayurvedic wisdom in our daily lives. Episode Highlights: What Ayurveda says about fertility Healthy practices one can do Advice to women who choose to be childfree Ayurveda for men How to nourish the body post-partum How to nourish the body after a miscarriage ..read more

Ayurvedic self-care is taking care of ourselves from within. Indu's book SOMA: 100 Heritage Recipes for Self-Care is filled with recipes, rituals & remedies. Looking after ourselves is especially important these times, so if you’re like me who loves anything DIY and self-care, you'll enjoy this conversation. Episode Highlights: What is SOMA? What is at stake if we don’t talk about ourselves? How important is a self-care routine? Indu’s favorite morning ritual Indu’s nighttime practice Oiling the soles of the feet What is oil pulling and its benefits? Tongue scraping and the difference bet ..read more