Every few years (or lately, every few days), a spiritual teacher, wellness figure, or thought leader becomes entangled in allegations of misconduct, abuse of power, or ethical breach. When their work has meant something to us, that moment can feel disorienting.

This episode is not about amplifying headlines. It’s about examining something deeper and more enduring:

• Where did the guru–student model originate?

• How did ancient lineage-based mentorship evolve into modern celebrity spirituality?

• Why does spiritual authority feel regulating to our nervous systems?

• What is projection, and how does it distort teacher–student dynamics?

• What are common red flags in hierarchical spiritual communities?

• How can non-dual language be weaponized to bypass accountability?

• What does healthy spiritual leadership actually look like?

• How do we practice devotion without dependence?

Lauren explores the psychology of projection, the risks of pedestal dynamics, and how both teachers and students can become distorted within unchecked hierarchy.

She offers six ways to practice yoga without slipping into unhealthy guru culture:

1. Keep your agency

2. Diversify your teachers

3. Trust your nervous system

4. Value community over charisma

5. Separate teachings from personality

6. Maintain critical thinking

Yoga has always been about liberation. Mature spiritual practice does not require blind faith — it requires discernment, humility, and the willingness to stay human.

Interoception is your ability to sense what’s happening inside your body — breath, heartbeat, hunger, emotional sensations, effort versus strain.

Proprioception is your ability to sense where your body is in space — balance, alignment, movement, orientation.

Lauren breaks down:

• The neuroscience of interoception (insula, emotional awareness, nervous system regulation)

• How proprioceptors in muscles, fascia, and joints act as your body’s internal GPS

• Why trauma, stress, and digital overload can disrupt these senses

• How yoga retrains embodied awareness

• Why these skills matter for safety, longevity, emotional regulation, and aging well

• Practical ways to build interoception and proprioception on and off the mat

• Teaching tips for cueing sensation over shape

This episode invites you to pause and ask two simple but profound questions:

How do I feel?

Where am I?

Because yoga is not just about movement. It’s about awareness.

These ancient psychological insights, compiled around 400 CE and influenced by Samkhya philosophy, offer a powerful framework for understanding why we repeat patterns, cling to identities, avoid discomfort, and fear change.

Lauren unpacks:

• What the kleshas are historically and where they appear in the sutras

• The five kleshas: Avidya (misperception), Asmita (ego-identification), Raga (attachment), Dvesha (aversion), and Abhinivesha (fear/clinging to life)

• How they show up in modern life — social media, productivity culture, politics, parenting, wellness culture, and relationships

• Why the kleshas are not sins, but universal human tendencies

• How meditation, self-study (svadhyaya), non-attachment (vairagya), and conscious pause help loosen their grip

This episode is not about self-judgment. It’s about compassionate awareness. The kleshas are proof you are human — not failing at yoga.

Freedom, Lauren reminds us, is not removing suffering from the world. It’s loosening the grip suffering has on your perception.

Rather than approaching the throat chakra as a mystical abstraction, Lauren presents it as a deeply practical bridge between the heart and the mind — where inner truth becomes outer speech.

You’ll learn:

• The traditional symbolism of Vishuddha (ether element, blue color, seed mantra HAM)

• How the throat chakra relates to the nervous system and vagus nerve

• Signs of underactive and overactive expression

• The connection between posture, neck tension, breath, and voice tone

• The role of mantra, chanting, humming, and sound in regulation

• Satya (truthfulness) and Right Speech in yogic philosophy

• On- and off-the-mat practices to cultivate aligned communication

• Shadow work prompts for authentic self-expression

• How throat chakra work supports leadership and legacy

This episode is an invitation to refine how you speak — not to speak louder, but to speak clearly, kindly, and in alignment with your values.

Spring is traditionally associated with renewal, circulation, and momentum. In Ayurveda, it is kapha season — characterized by heaviness, dampness, and stagnation. In yoga philosophy, it is a time to invite renewed prana flow.

Lauren unpacks:

• What the subtle or energetic body includes (prana, nadis, chakras, koshas)

• A modern interpretation of energetic health (nervous system tone, emotional residue, digital overstimulation, thought loops)

• Signs your energy body may need clearing

• Five practical ways to “spring clean” your energy:

  1. Clearing physical stagnation through movement

  2. Breathwork for energetic reset (Kapalabhati, Bhastrika, Ujjayi, long exhale breathing)

  3. Emotional composting (shadow work and integration)

  4. Attention hygiene (digital and cognitive detox)

  5. Ritual and intention reset (saucha and sankalpa)

You’ll also hear chakra-specific spring reset ideas for those following the chakra series.

Spring cleaning isn’t about becoming someone new.
It’s about removing what blocks who you already are.

Lauren walks you through:

• What muscles make up the core (hint: it’s not just your six-pack)

• The difference between bracing vs. hollowing

• Breath-friendly strategies for core engagement

• How and when to use Uddiyana and Mula Bandha

• Why breath retention = strain, not yoga

• Core cues for common yoga poses

• Red flags for gripping, bracing, or over-cueing

• Special considerations for pelvic floor, pregnancy, low back pain, and more

This is a must-listen for yoga teachers and curious students who want to move with more intention, stability, and breath. You’ll leave with clearer language, deeper understanding, and core strategies that support long-term practice.

Sources 

• Mark Singleton, Yoga Body: The Origins of Modern Posture Practice (OUP). 

• James Mallinson & Mark Singleton, Roots of Yoga (primary sourcebook). 

• Geoffrey Samuel, The Origins of Yoga and Tantra (Cambridge). 

What You’ll Learn:

• The role of the nervous system in stretching

• What fascia is and how to support it

• Five major types of stretching (and how to use them)

• How stretching helps (and doesn’t help) prevent injury

• Why strength is essential for flexibility

• Hypermobile bodies and how to support them

• Why yoga is more than stretching

Reflection Questions:

• Where might strength support your flexibility?

• Where do you feel safe to soften?

Mentioned:

• Yoga Sutra 2.46: Sthira Sukham Asanam

• PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation)

• Fascia hydration and load adaptation

• Nervous system tools for safe mobility

Listen now: https://deepen-your-practice.castos.com

Explore More:

• Learn about Lauren’s 300-hour YTT at True Love Yoga

• Follow Lauren on Instagram: @laurenleduc

• Check out Lauren’s book: Embody Your Inner Goddess

She also ties the heart chakra to yogic concepts like bhakti, ahimsa, and metta, offering practical tools both on and off the mat, including heart-opening postures, boundary work, grief rituals, and breath-led movement. Whether you're navigating heartbreak, working on emotional balance, or seeking deeper integration, this episode will support you in cultivating an open but supported heart.

This episode also highlights Lauren's book, Embody Your Inner Goddess, and True Love Yoga’s 300-hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training, where each chakra is explored in depth throughout the yearlong curriculum.

Takeaways

• Anahata is the fourth chakra, representing love, integration, and compassion.

• It bridges the lower (earthly) and upper (spiritual) chakras.

• A balanced heart supports empathy, connection, and emotional boundaries.

• Imbalances may show up as numbness, people-pleasing, isolation, or martyrdom.

• Anahata relates to the lungs, shoulders, immune system, and vagus nerve.

• Philosophical connections include Bhakti Yoga, Ahimsa, Metta, and Karuna.

• Practices include heart-opening postures, grief rituals, metta meditation, and breathwork.

• Boundary setting is essential to giving from a place of wholeness.

• Grief and heartbreak are not flaws—they are part of an intelligent heart.

• Yoga teaches us to stay present with discomfort and to love bravely.

Drawing from her own experience, current neuroscience, fascia research, and classical yogic teachings, Lauren examines how trauma, stress, and emotion can shape our bodies—especially the hips. She offers nuanced insight into nervous system holding patterns, the role of fascia in sensation, and how yoga helps us cultivate awareness and regulation, rather than force emotional release.

Lauren also shares why she avoids using language like “this pose releases trauma” in her classes, and instead offers a more compassionate, inclusive, and empowering approach to emotional experience on the mat.

This episode invites yoga practitioners and teachers alike to approach sensation with curiosity, emotion with compassion, and the body with reverence.

Topics Include:

• Where the phrase “we store trauma in the hips” comes from

• The role of the nervous system and chronic tension

• What fascia actually does and doesn’t do

• Scientific vs. metaphorical interpretations of body memory

• Yogic concepts like samskaras, svadhyaya, pratyahara, and discernment

• Responsible language choices for yoga teachers

• How to guide students toward awareness without forcing catharsis

Practice invitations:

• Notice sensation without attaching a story

• Allow emotions to arise without pressure

• Honor your body’s natural process with patience and compassion

For further exploration:
If this topic resonates with you, you’ll love our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training at True Love Yoga—where we dive deep into the intersection of yoga, science, and self-inquiry. Early bird enrollment for the March 2026 cohort ends January 31, 2026. Learn more at trueloveyogakc.com/yoga-teacher-training

Rather than bypassing reality or amplifying fear, this episode invites discernment over reactivity, service over self‑sacrifice, and sustainability over urgency. Drawing on yoga philosophy, nervous system science, the Bhagavad Gita, the gunas, and concepts like Abhyasa and Vairagya, Lauren reframes non‑attachment as clarity, not indifference—and joy as a form of resistance, not denial.

Listeners are guided through practical reflections and nervous‑system‑supportive practices to help them identify their unique role in collective care, protect their inner resources, and stay ethically engaged without losing themselves.

Reflection Questions from the Episode:

• What is mine to carry?

• What is not mine to carry?

• What kind of service feels sustainable for me right now?

• What helps me stay human?

Lauren also shares details about the True Love Yoga 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, starting March 2026—with $500 off if you enroll by January 31, 2026. If you feel the nudge toward YTT, this episode is for you.

‍♀️ Explore Dharma through:

• Yogic and modern definitions of Dharma

• Teachings from the Bhagavad Gita

• Physical and emotional signs of alignment

• Practices to connect to your inner truth

• Tools to begin uncovering your unique path

• A gentle invitation to step toward yoga teacher training

Free Guide: Are You Ready to Become a Yoga Teacher?

Learn more or apply now: True Love Yoga 200-Hour YTT

She discusses the signs of balanced and imbalanced Manipura energy, offers powerful on- and off-the-mat practices to build confidence and ignite your inner fire, and encourages listeners to step into leadership with clarity, courage, and compassion. This episode includes journaling prompts to help you align with your purpose and closes with a warm reminder: you have the right to take up space and move forward with confidence.

Whether you're deepening your chakra study or just learning to trust your intuition, this episode is your invitation to burn brightly—with purpose.

Mentioned:

• Lauren’s book: Embody Your Inner Goddess

• True Love Yoga’s 300-hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training

Rather than setting rigid resolutions, this episode offers an embodied path of becoming through sankalpa (intention), abhyasa (consistent practice), and vairagya (non-attachment). Lauren reflects on her personal sankalpa for the year—“I am mastery”—and unpacks what it means to align with your deepest truth through gentle discipline and devotion.

You’ll learn:

• What sankalpa is and how it differs from resolutions

• How to align your goals with your heart’s deepest wisdom

• The power of small, sustainable habits (abhiyasa)

• Why non-attachment (vairagya) brings maturity and grace

• How to regulate your nervous system in busy seasons

• The deeper meaning of mastery in yoga and life

Journaling prompts are included to help you clarify your 2026 sankalpa and anchor it in your daily life.

✨ Whether you're craving a more sustainable way to show up for yourself or looking to deepen your practice with intention, this episode will meet you right where you are.

‍♀️ Offerings Mentioned:

• Abhyasa: A Ritual Practice at True Love Yoga – Sundays in Kansas City

• 200-Hour and 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Trainings – Enroll now at True Love Yoga

• Yoga Practice Journal – Track your consistency and deepen your embodiment

• Explore more at LaurenLeduc.com

✍️ Journaling Prompts (from the episode):

1. What quality do I long to embody this year?

2. What feeling do I want to cultivate more often?

3. What inner truth is ready to surface?

From your answers, create a present-tense, affirmative sankalpa—a guiding light for your year ahead.

Lauren Leduc guides you through a year-end letting go ceremony grounded in yogic philosophy, self-inquiry, and mindfulness. With candlelight, journaling, breathwork, and personal reflection, you’ll be invited to honor the end of 2025 and create space for clarity and purpose in 2026.

Grab your journal, light a candle, make some tea, and settle in. Or listen once while walking or driving, then return for the guided practice.

️ You’ll explore:

• Yogic pillars of Svadhyaya (self-study) and Ishvara Pranidhana (surrender)

• Integration and rest as forms of spiritual practice

• How Abhyasa and Vairagya help us release what no longer fits

• Seasonal wisdom from Ayurveda and how winter supports deep digestion

• Journaling prompts to reflect on what you’re proud of, what you’ve learned, what you’re ready to let go of, and what you’re calling in

Journal Prompts Include:

• What am I most proud of from 2025?

• What version of myself am I ready to release?

• What word or feeling do I want to leave behind?

• What do I want to feel in 2026?

• What dreams are gently tapping at my door?

You’ll be invited to burn, bury, or release your reflections as a physical act of letting go—and then to tune in to your inner knowing to welcome what’s next.

Upcoming Events at True Love Yoga:

• Dec 31: Release, Reset & Renew with Avey & Liz (10–11:30am)

• Jan 1: Breathe, Flow & Set Your Intention for 2026 with Lauren
  Join us to move, reflect, and step into the new year with presence.

Want to go deeper in 2026? Explore our Yoga Teacher Trainings:
Learn more

Through a blend of yogic philosophy, Ayurveda, and personal ritual, Lauren explores the deeper meaning of this powerful time and how we can align with its energies for spiritual and energetic renewal.

You'll hear reflections on the solstice as a moment of stillness, surrender, and clarity, and how it calls us toward self-study (Svadhyaya), truth (Satya), and trust (Ishwara Pranidhana).

✨ Topics include:

• The solstice as a sacred samita (moment between)

• Yogic concepts of tamas, rajas, and sattva

• Aligning with the Ayurvedic transition from vata to kapha

• Building ojas (vitality) in winter

• Yoga limbs: Pratyahara, Dharana, Svadhyaya, Ishwara Pranidhana

• Warming and nourishing practices for winter

• Rituals for honoring the solstice (movement, meditation, journaling, nature walks)

• Why dormancy is not death—it's restoration

️ Suggested Rituals:

• Candlelit slow flow or yin practice

• Trataka (candle gazing) meditation

• Journaling on what’s gestating in the dark

• Silent tea or meal ritual

• Nature walks at sunrise or sunset

Next Week:
Join Lauren for a letting go ritual to close the year. Bring a journal, candle, and open heart.

‍♀️ Practice with us:
True Love Yoga offers yin and restorative yoga weekly to support seasonal alignment.
Deepen your path through our 200-hour and 300-hour Yoga Teacher Trainings.
Learn more

As we shift into the more introspective yin season of the year, Lauren explores how yin yoga can support your nervous system, balance an active lifestyle, and help you reconnect with your inner landscape.

You’ll learn about the roots and philosophy of yin, its physical and energetic benefits, how it differs from restorative yoga, and how to create a sustainable yin practice both at home and in the studio.

✨ Topics include:

• The Taoist and yogic influences behind Yin Yoga

• What happens in a typical yin class

• Yin vs. Restorative: key differences

• Meridian theory, chi, and chakra integration

• Yin for athletes, creatives, and burned-out humans

• How yin supports emotional processing and spiritual connection

• Simple yin poses to try at home

‍♀️ Practice prompt:
Try legs up the wall for 5 minutes with deep breathing. Set a timer and notice how you feel after.

Journal prompt:
Where in my life am I being asked to soften?

Classes at True Love Yoga:
We offer Yin Yoga 4x/week: Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Go deeper with us:
The True Love Yoga 300-hour Advanced YTT includes in-depth yin study, meridian theory, intuitive teaching, and more. Begins January 1, 2026.
Apply here

Lauren breaks down how to embody both concepts on and off the mat, including:

• Why both effort and surrender are essential for growth

• The dangers of over-efforting without release

• What Abhyasa and Vairagya look like in modern life

• How to recognize when you're leaning too far in one direction

• Why self-study (svadhyaya) is key to balance

She also shares exciting announcements about her 2026 teaching schedule at True Love Yoga, including:

• Her new weekly class Abhyasa

• Quarterly Vairagya Yin + Myofascial Release workshops

• Monthly Lila creative full practices

• Upcoming 200-Hour and 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Trainings

✨ Want to deepen your practice in 2026? Visit trueloveyogakc.com or reach out directly to Lauren to chat.

️ Journal prompt:
Where in your life could you show up with more commitment?
Where could you soften your grip and surrender?

Links

• Join True Love Yoga

• Try the Yoga Practice Journal

• Fall Challenge Info

• Lauren on Instagram

In this episode of Deepen Your Yoga Practice, Lauren Leduc dives into the Prana Vayus, the five vital energy currents within the subtle body that influence our physical, emotional, and spiritual experiences. While many are familiar with the chakras, fewer practitioners explore these foundational energetic flows—yet understanding them can transform both your yoga practice and your daily life.

Lauren explores:

• The definition and origin of prana and vayu

• Each of the 5 Prana Vayus:

  • Prana Vayu (inward + upward, heart/lungs, intake)

  • Apana Vayu (downward + outward, pelvic floor, elimination)

  • Samana Vayu (inward + centering, navel, assimilation)

  • Udana Vayu (upward + outward, throat/head, expression)

  • Vyana Vayu (circulating + integrating, full body, coordination)

• How to feel and work with each current on the mat

• Practices to cultivate energy balance, intention, and inner alignment

• Ideas for integrating Vayus into your teaching, breathwork, sequencing, and daily living

Whether you're a student, teacher, or simply someone seeking more clarity and vitality, this episode will help you deepen your understanding of subtle energy and reconnect to your inner wisdom.

‍♀️ Want to go even deeper? Lauren’s 300-Hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training begins in January 2026 and includes full training on subtle anatomy, energetics, and yogic philosophy.
Learn more: trueloveyogakc.com/yoga-teacher-training

Takeaways

• Prana = vital life force; Vayu = wind/movement

• The 5 Vayus represent directional flows of energy in the body

• Awareness of these flows enhances physical, emotional, and spiritual balance

• You can work with the Vayus through asana, breath, meditation, and intention

• Knowing which Vayu is deficient or dominant can guide self-care and practice

• You don’t need to memorize them to begin noticing energetic shifts

• Subtle body awareness creates a more integrated, intelligent yoga practice

• The Vayus can inform decisions, boundaries, digestion, voice, and vision

• Teachers can use the Vayus to sequence, theme, and assist more effectively

• Each Vayu has a role in our healing and wholeness

Links

• Join True Love Yoga

• Try the Yoga Practice Journal

• Lauren on Instagram

In this solo episode of Deepen Your Yoga Practice, you’ll explore yogic teachings like:
Santoshya – contentment
Ishvara Pranidhana – surrender
Abhyasa & Vairagya – disciplined presence + letting go
️ Pratyahara – withdrawing from overstimulation

Lauren shares personal reflections, seasonal wisdom, and gentle invitations to slow down—especially during the holidays. She also addresses the complexity of Thanksgiving as a holiday, honoring its historical context and encouraging thoughtful land acknowledgment.

✨ Topics include:

• How slowing down activates the parasympathetic nervous system

• Why savoring is a deeper form of gratitude

• Mindful eating as a spiritual practice

• Accessible yoga and journaling rituals for the season

• Thanksgiving classes at True Love Yoga

‍♀️ What are you savoring this week? Let us know on Instagram or Spotify comments.

Studio Schedule: https://www.trueloveyogakc.com/schedule

Journal prompt:
What am I rushing through in my life?
What’s asking me to slow down and savor?

From hip-opening asana to watery sequencing, from dance rituals to journaling about shame and joy, Lauren shares ways to connect with your sacral energy both on and off the mat.

You’ll learn how to recognize imbalances, how to invite more fluidity, and how to honor cycles in your body and life. The episode also highlights the divine feminine energy of Shakti, the wisdom of the womb space, and the role of the moon and seasons in sacral healing.

✨ Topics include:

• What the sacral chakra governs

• Signs of balance and imbalance

• Hip openers and wave-like sequencing

• Pelvic floor awareness + Mula Bandha

• Somatic creativity and emotional expression

• Healthy boundaries in intimacy

• Connection to Shakti and cycles

• Off-the-mat practices for flow and pleasure

‍♀️ Practice prompt:
Try a hip-opening slow flow, journal about what brings you pleasure, or dance to a sensual playlist that awakens your creativity.

Mantra:
I live in flow. I honor my body’s wisdom. I am a creative, emotional, and sensual being.

Dive deeper:
Lauren’s book Embody Your Inner Goddess explores the sacral chakra in depth during Week 2.

Interested in deepening your energetic and teaching practice?
Explore Lauren’s 300-hour Advanced YTT

Lauren reflects on her own path from hesitant student to teacher, explains what makes the True Love Yoga program unique, and invites you to notice the subtle inner pull that may be guiding you toward growth, transformation, and community.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why YTT is more than preparing to teach — it’s a path of personal transformation

• The wide variety of students who benefit from training (not just future teachers)

• What’s included in TLY’s 200‑Hour YTT curriculum: asana, anatomy, sequencing, philosophy, practice teaching, mentorship, and more

• How community and mentorship support every step of the journey

• Accessible options: in‑person & virtual, scholarships, and financing

Key Dates & Details

• Enrollment opens: November 11, 2025

• Early Bird Savings: $500 off when you enroll by January 31, 2026

• Training starts: March 2026

• Format: Hybrid (in‑person + virtual)

• Scholarships: BIPOC and work‑trade options available

• Apply & Learn More: TrueLoveYogaKC.com/YTT

Journal Prompts from this Episode

• What would it feel like to say yes to myself in 2026?

• What part of me is ready to grow, to share, and to lead?

Links

• Join True Love Yoga

• Try the Yoga Practice Journal

• Lauren on Instagram

Lauren breaks down each of the four “locks” we encounter—joy, suffering, virtue, and negativity—and the yogic “key” to unlock peace in response: friendliness, compassion, delight, and equanimity. Through personal stories, on-the-mat examples, and off-the-mat reflections, Lauren invites you to integrate these tools into your daily life and teaching.

This episode includes:

• The full translation and meaning of Yoga Sutra 1.33

• How the four keys support emotional regulation and self-awareness

• Real-life reflections on jealousy, compassion fatigue, admiration, and anger

• How to use the locks and keys in your personal practice, relationships, and teaching

• A mantra to help you embody the teachings

• Journaling prompts for deeper reflection

• An invitation to deepen your study through True Love Yoga’s 300-Hour YTT

‍♀️ Suggested Reflection:
Which of the four locks is most challenging for you right now? How might you pause and respond differently?

Mantra:
“May I meet joy with friendliness, pain with compassion, virtue with delight, and negativity with equanimity.”

Ready to go deeper?

Explore the teachings behind yoga’s most transformative inner tools in Lauren’s 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training, launching in January 2026:
https://www.trueloveyogakc.com/yoga-teacher-training

Listen now and tag @trueloveyogakc or @iamlaurenleduc in your reflections.

What You'll Learn:

• Why social media feels so addictive—and how it’s designed that way

• How short-form content impacts your focus and dharana (concentration)

• How to create mindful digital boundaries using yogic philosophy

• Breath checks, mantras, and journal prompts to reset your relationship with social media

• What it means to post from a place of dharma, satya, and service

 Journal Prompt:
What does my current relationship with social media look like, and how might I bring more yoga into it?

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Episode Summary:
In this episode of Deepen Your Yoga Practice, Lauren Leduc explores the deeply restorative and transformative practice of Yoga Nidra, also known as yogic sleep. She unpacks its roots in yogic philosophy and tantra, explains its effects on the nervous system and brain states, and walks listeners through the key phases of a typical practice. Lauren shares how Yoga Nidra has impacted her personally and offers suggestions for incorporating it into both personal practice and yoga teaching. This episode is a beautiful invitation to embrace rest as a sacred part of the yogic path.

Takeaways:

• Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation that leads to deep rest and access to subconscious layers.

• It supports nervous system regulation, emotional healing, and spiritual clarity.

• A typical practice includes setting a sankalpa, body scan, breath awareness, opposite sensations, visualization, and reintegration.

• It’s accessible to all bodies and beneficial for stress, anxiety, insomnia, and trauma.

• Yoga Nidra reflects the yogic values of pratyahara, dharana, and dhyana.

• It is a powerful lunar practice that complements active styles like vinyasa or yang-based movement.

• Teachers can integrate Yoga Nidra into retreats, restorative classes, and trauma-sensitive environments.

• Lauren’s 300-hour YTT includes Yoga Nidra training and scripting.

Links

• Join True Love Yoga

• Try the Yoga Practice Journal

• Lauren on Instagram

What You’ll Learn:

• Katie’s journey from chronic pain to empowered movement

• The role of international experience in shaping a versatile teaching style

• The difference between Hatha, Strala, and Qigong-informed yoga

• The power of Trataka meditation and breath in calming the mind

• How softness and accessibility can be profound paths to healing

• Why joy, lightness, and nervous system regulation are central to Katie’s classes

Workshops Mentioned:
️ Light Within: Hatha, Pranayama & Trataka — October 25, 2025
Move with Ease: Intro to Strala Yoga — November 15, 2025
Book a spot on the TLY schedule

Listeners will gain clarity on what restorative yoga is (and what it’s not), how it differs from yin yoga, and why it’s essential for nervous system regulation, emotional processing, physical recovery, and spiritual grounding. Lauren also shares simple ways to start practicing restorative yoga at home and highlights how this nurturing, parasympathetic practice connects to yogic principles like Ahimsa, Ishvara Pranidhana, and Apana Vayu.

Whether you’re brand new to restorative yoga or a seasoned yogi needing a reminder to slow down, this episode offers permission to pause, surrender, and be supported.

‍♀️ Want to go deeper? Lauren teaches restorative yoga as part of her 300-hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training, launching January 2026. Applications open September 15, 2025.

Takeaways

• Restorative yoga is a deeply supported, passive practice that prioritizes ease over effort.

• It differs from yin yoga by requiring no deep stretch or stress on the tissues.

• Restorative yoga activates the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing cortisol and inflammation.

• It enhances vagal tone, emotional resilience, digestion, fertility, and immune function.

• Props like bolsters, blankets, and eye pillows create a safe container for release and healing.

• Restorative yoga connects to yogic principles like Ahimsa, Ishvara Pranidhana, and Apana Vayu.

• The practice supports trauma healing, emotional processing, and deep relaxation.

• It is especially beneficial for high achievers, caretakers, athletes, and those recovering from burnout or illness.

• You don’t need fancy props—household items can create a home practice.

• Rest is not a luxury—it’s vital to sustainable wellness.

Links

• Join True Love Yoga

• Try the Yoga Practice Journal

• Lauren on Instagram

This episode supports the themes in Lauren’s book Embody Your Inner Goddess and offers a glimpse into her chakra-based 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training launching in January 2026.

Journal Prompts

• Where in my life do I feel ungrounded?

• What does safety mean to me?

• What roots me when I feel disconnected?

Call to Action

If you're loving this series, check out Lauren’s book Embody Your Inner Goddess for chakra-based embodiment practices and reflections.

Are you a yoga teacher ready to go deeper? Apply now for the 2026 300-hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training through True Love Yoga. Limited spots available!

Links

• Join True Love Yoga

• Try the Yoga Practice Journal

• Fall Challenge Info

• Lauren on Instagram

In this episode, Lauren Leduc shares the exciting launch of True Love Yoga’s 300-hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training program, beginning January 1, 2026. With honesty and heart, Lauren reflects on her journey to this moment, explains the purpose of a 300-hour program, and outlines who it’s for. She also offers details on the curriculum, hybrid learning model, mentorship, community building, and how this training empowers yoga teachers to grow in depth, confidence, leadership, and legacy. If you’re a 200-hour certified yoga teacher ready to rise, this episode is your invitation to say yes.

Takeaways

• The 300-hour YTT is for 200-hour certified teachers ready to evolve

• It offers depth, confidence, mentorship, and community

• The curriculum is full, rich, and integrated—going beyond technique into philosophy, energetics, leadership, and business

• Students receive 1:1 mentoring and create a final project to cement their growth

• Training includes monthly self-paced content, live Sunday sessions (in-person + Zoom), and community office hours

• The training is capped at 12 participants for intimacy and potency

• Applications open September 15, 2025

• Early bird pricing available until November 11, 2025

• Payment plans and accessibility options are available

Links

• Apply for the 300-Hour YTT

• Lauren on Instagram

• True Love Yoga on Instagram

• True Love Yoga — Book a Class

In this heartfelt anniversary episode of Deepen Your Yoga Practice, Lauren Leduc reflects on the 10-year journey of True Love Yoga. From humble beginnings with donation-based pop-up classes to establishing a vibrant studio and training community, Lauren shares the story behind the studio’s evolution, the challenges overcome, and the values that have remained steady through it all—accessibility, inclusivity, and deep reverence for yoga. She also announces the launch of the 300-hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training program and invites listeners to celebrate and share their memories.

TAKEAWAYS

• True Love Yoga began with pop-up donation-based classes at the Nelson-Atkins Museum.

• The studio was built using donated and upcycled materials with strong community involvement.

• The name transitioned from Karma Tribe Yoga to True Love Yoga to honor cultural sensitivity.

• COVID reshaped how TLY operates, introducing hybrid offerings and online teacher training.

• The first 200-hour YTT launched in 2018; now, the 300-hour YTT launches in 2025.

• The community is the heart of TLY, growing more rooted and mature with time.

• The studio remains committed to accessibility, inclusivity, and reverence for yoga’s roots.

• Lauren expresses deep gratitude to students, teachers, family, and long-time supporters

In this motivating seasonal reset episode of Deepen Your Yoga Practice, Lauren Leduc invites you to recommit to your yoga practice as the energy of fall returns. With the back-to-school rhythm in the air, Lauren shares personal reflections, yogic philosophy, and practical tips to help you get back on the mat with presence—not perfection. Whether you’ve taken a break or just need fresh inspiration, this is your reminder that yoga will always welcome you home.

Takeaways

• Fall offers the perfect moment to reset and recommit to personal practices

• Recommitment doesn’t mean perfection—it means presence

• We often fall out of practice due to life disruptions, shame, or burnout

• Small steps like 5-minute practices or a favorite teacher’s class can reignite the spark

• Create a sacred space at home or explore something new like a workshop or playlist

• Yogic concepts like tapas, abhiyasa, and vairagya support steady, intentional recommitment

• You can set goals or intentions to guide your return

• There’s no shame in stepping back on the mat—only open arms

• True Love Yoga is celebrating 10 years with fall specials and events to support your return

• One small step is all it takes

Links

• Join True Love Yoga

• Try the Yoga Practice Journal

• Fall Challenge Info

• Lauren on Instagram

She breaks down:

•What qualifies as an inversion (hint: it’s not just handstand!)

•Common fears and how to overcome them with playfulness and progressive strength

•Physical, mental, emotional, and energetic benefits of going upside down

•Beginner-friendly poses and key alignment tips

•The yogic philosophy of non-attachment, surrender, and perspective

Lauren also touches on contraindications and the importance of proper support and instruction. Discover how inversions can be empowering, playful, and a profound tool for transformation—no matter where you are on your yoga journey.

✨ Stay connected, stay playful, and keep exploring.

Lauren explores common challenges like imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and feedback overload—and offers powerful tools like self-study (svadhyaya), energetic attunement, and mentorship to support your evolution. She also shares how her 300-hour Advanced YTT launching in 2026 is designed to help you refine your voice and rise into your role as an embodied guide.

Whether you’re fresh out of a 200-hour training or feeling called to evolve your teaching style, this episode offers insight, inspiration, and support for your path.

Journal prompts from the episode:

•What makes you unique as a teacher?

•What styles or themes light you up to teach?

•Where do you still feel unsure or limited—and how might you grow?

✨ Learn more about the upcoming 300-hour training and get the free guide “10 Signs You’re Ready to Level Up” at trueloveyogakc.com

• The origins and meaning of the chakra system

• The seven main chakras and their symbolic attributes

• Differences between viewing chakras as energetic maps vs psychological metaphors

• Scientific perspectives on chakras and their correlation with the nervous and endocrine systems

• Ways to work with the chakra system through yoga, self-inquiry, and meditation

• How Lauren uses the chakra framework in her book Embody Your Inner Goddess and her upcoming 300-hour YTT at True Love Yoga

Whether you're chakra-curious or already love working with energy systems, this episode offers grounding context and empowering insights.

Mentioned in the episode:

• Lauren’s book: Embody Your Inner Goddess: A Guided Journey to Radical Wholeness

• True Love Yoga 300-Hour Advanced YTT (launching 2026): trueloveyogakc.com

Learn stretches for the neck, shoulders, spine, and hips, as well as breathwork techniques to reduce stress and increase clarity. Lauren also shares practical tips on creating a more ergonomic workspace and discusses the yogic philosophy of movement, self-study (svadhyaya), non-harming (ahimsa), and letting go (aparigraha) in the context of modern sedentary lifestyles.

✨ You’ll Learn:

•How desk work affects posture, breath, and nervous system regulation

•Easy yoga stretches and breathwork to do during your workday

•The importance of movement breaks (even just 2 minutes!)

•Yogic ways to bring mindfulness and care into daily habits

•Why your body was made to move—and how to honor that daily

Perfect for:

Office workers, remote workers, drivers, students, and anyone who sits a lot. Share this with someone you love who could use more ease in their day!

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She walks listeners through:

•The meaning of Sthira and Sukha

•How to embody both in asana, using Warrior II and Sukhasana as examples

•The connection between breath, nervous system regulation, and balance

•Integrating effort and ease into your mindset, habits, and schedule

•The relationship between tapas (discipline) and santosha (contentment)

•Real-life ways to schedule both structure and soul into your day

You’ll also receive practical suggestions for your practice and a journaling prompt to help you bring more conscious balance into your week.

✨ Journal Prompt:

Where am I craving more steadiness?

Where can I allow more ease?

Whether you’ve chanted it hundreds of times or are new to the practice, this episode offers a clear and heartfelt look at the origin, meaning, symbolism, and science behind Om. Learn why we chant it, what each syllable represents, and how it supports your nervous system, deepens your intention, and reconnects you to the whole.

You’ll Learn:

•The origin of Om in Vedic texts and yogic philosophy

•The symbolic meanings of A–U–M and the fourth silent part

•Om as the sound form of the divine (Ishvara) and a tool for meditation

•Its physiological benefits like vagus nerve stimulation and nervous system regulation

•Why we chant Om at the beginning and end of yoga practice

•Ways to incorporate Om into your own life with respect and mindfulness

Try This:

•Join Lauren in a chant of Om with breath

•Meditate silently or aloud with Om as your mantra

•Reflect on the ripple effect of your energy and intention

Reflective Prompts:

•When do you feel most connected to everything?

•What does Om mean to you personally?

•What energy are you putting into the world?

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction + Why Talk About Om

02:00 – Chanting Om Together

03:00 – What Om Is + Its Sacred Roots

06:00 – Om in the Vedas and Yoga Sutras

08:00 – Symbolism of A-U-M + Cosmic Meaning

10:00 – Why We Chant Om in Class

12:00 – Scientific + Energetic Benefits

14:30 – Philosophical Significance in Jnana + Bhakti Yoga

16:30 – Practicing Om Mindfully in 2025

18:30 – Journal Prompts + Closing Chant

Key Takeaways

•Meditation is sustained attention and awareness—not the absence of thought.

•Most of what we call “meditation” today is actually Dharana (concentration).

•Meditation can look like walking, breathing, or even truly listening.

•You don’t need to be spiritual, calm, or perfectly still to begin.

•It’s normal for the mind to wander—returning to focus is the practice.

•Yogic meditation is rooted in Patanjali’s 8-limbed path and supported by texts like the Bhagavad Gita.

•Meditation is a form of radical presence, self-love, and nervous system regulation.

•Modern life benefits from small, intentional moments of mindfulness.

•Incorporating short, focused rituals daily (e.g., breath awareness or mantra) can build a sustainable practice.

•Journaling, yoga, and teacher training can all support meditation exploration.

Sound Bites

•“Meditation is not about having no thoughts—it’s about observing them with compassion.”

•“Dharana is the effort. Dhyana is the fruit.”

•“It’s okay if your meditation doesn’t feel peaceful. That’s part of the process.”

•“Meditation is radical presence. It meets you where you are.”

Journal Prompts

1.What is one belief I’ve held about meditation that I can let go of?

2.How can I make space for even two minutes of presence each day?

TAKEAWAYS

•Advanced training offers space for nourishment, inspiration, and reconnection to purpose.

•300-hour YTTs are not required—but can be a powerful choice for deepening mastery.

•Advanced YTTs focus on leadership, subtle energetics, advanced teaching tools, and business strategy.

•True Love Yoga’s 2026 300-hour YTT is a 12-month hybrid program built around mastery, intuition, and leadership.

•The training is structured around three modules, personalized mentorship, and chakra-inspired progression.

•Listeners can sign up for a free PDF: 10 Signs You’re Ready to Level Up and be notified when enrollment opens.

SOUND BITES

•“You don’t have to do a 300-hour training—but if you want to, it can change everything.”

•“The 200-hour teaches you what to teach. The 300-hour helps you understand why you teach.”

•“This is about shaping your legacy as a yoga teacher.”

CHAPTERS

00:00 – Welcome + Why This Topic Matters

01:30 – Lauren’s 200-Hour Training Story

03:30 – Why She Chose to Do a 300-Hour

06:30 – What Is Advanced YTT and Who Is It For?

08:40 – Benefits of Advanced Study

11:00 – Evolving Teaching from Knowledge to Wisdom

13:10 – Holding Space, Retreats, and Bigger Offerings

14:35 – Leading With Integrity and Shaping the Future of Yoga

17:20 – The Joy and Depth of Learning in Community

18:45 – What to Expect from True Love Yoga’s 300-Hour YTT

22:00 – How to Join the Waitlist and Get the Free PDF

23:30 – Reflection Prompts + Closing

This episode is your guide to beating the burn—whether it’s physical, emotional, or energetic.

You’ll Learn:

• What the Pitta dosha is and how it affects your body and mind in summer
• Lifestyle practices to stay cool, grounded, and balanced
• Ayurvedic diet tips: what to eat and what to avoid in the heat
• Summer yoga practices, postures, and pranayama to calm intensity
• The importance of adjusting your pace and practicing softness

Try This:

• Wake before 6 AM for movement and meditation
• Add mint, cucumber, or rose water to your drinks
• Practice Shitali pranayama or Legs-Up-the-Wall
• Take evening walks under the moonlight
• Opt for cotton, linen, and cooling oils like coconut

Reflective Prompt:

Where is your inner fire burning too hot? How can you bring in more softness, sweetness, and ease this season?

Chapters:

00:00 – Welcome + What Is Ayurveda?

04:30 – Pitta Dosha & Summer Energy

08:10 – Signs of Pitta Imbalance

11:22 – Summer Lifestyle Tips

16:40 – Ayurvedic Diet for Summer

20:44 – Cooling Yoga & Meditation Practices

26:20 – Seasonal Reflection + Invitation

Takeaways:

• Moksha is liberation from ego, attachment, and fear.
• True freedom comes from living in alignment with your dharma (purpose).
• Practices like asana, breathwork, and meditation help us experience spaciousness and clarity.
• External and internal barriers to liberation are real—and yoga helps us meet them with resilience.
• Collective liberation is connected to personal liberation; no one is free until everyone is free.

Journal Prompts:

• Where do I feel most free?
• What conditions do I believe I need to feel liberated?
• What can I release—an outcome, fear, or story—to feel more free?

Takeaways

• Savasana is a vital part of your practice.
• It's not just lying down, it's surrender.
• Savasana is linked to Samadhi, union with the divine.
• Quiet rest helps the brain solidify new skills.
• Savasana decreases heart rate and calms the mind.
• Rest is just as important as effort in yoga.
• Let it be imperfect; rest is rest.
• What does stillness reveal to me?
• Savasana is not optional for an asana practice.
• Embrace Savasana as a vital piece of yoga.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Savasana: The Corpse Pose
02:33 The Philosophy Behind Savasana
05:01 The Neuroscience of Rest and Integration
09:50 Benefits of Savasana: Physical, Mental, and Emotional
12:06 Creating a Meaningful Savasana Practice
15:03 Embracing the Importance of Savasana

Takeaways

• Yogis can benefit significantly from strength training.
• Strength training helps prevent injuries and supports longevity.
• Incorporating strength training can enhance yoga practice.
• Cross training with other modalities improves overall fitness.
• Strength training can be fun and empowering.
• Isometric holds in yoga can build strength effectively.
• Eccentric control during movements enhances muscle strength.
• Using props can aid in strength building during yoga.
• Philosophical concepts in yoga can inform strength training practices.
• Consistency and discipline are key to integrating strength training.

Takeaways

• Yoga has always been a background music in Savanna's life.
• Yoga helped Savanna recover from mental and physical health challenges.
• The idea of teaching yoga was always a whisper in Savanna's mind.
• Yoga teacher training emphasized feeling over perfect alignment.
• Savanna found joy in teaching yoga with a focus on inclusivity.
• Her cosmetology students embraced yoga practices in their learning.
• Savanna's teaching approach is about accessibility for all body types.
• Music plays a significant role in creating a joyful yoga experience.
• The summer book club combines yoga and reading for community building.
• Dance is a powerful way to connect with one's body and flow.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Yoga and Reading
03:10 Savanna's Journey with Yoga
06:18 Yoga Teacher Training Experience
09:20 Integrating Yoga into Cosmetology
12:09 Teaching Approach and Inclusivity
15:04 Get Lit: Summer Book Club
18:15 Deepening Your Yoga Practice

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Takeaways

• Yoga retreats can be a significant investment in personal well-being.
• Everyday life often distracts from a full yoga practice.
• Retreats provide a structured environment for deeper connection.
• Traveling for yoga enhances sensory experiences and mindfulness.
• New experiences during retreats can improve cognition and mood.
• Shared intentions among retreat participants foster quick connections.
• Retreats balance fun with moments of self-reflection.
• Having a planned retreat alleviates travel stress.
• Yoga practices can be tailored to all experience levels.
• Taking time for yoga can rejuvenate and enhance daily life.

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Takeaways

• Myofascial release is essential for body awareness.
• Fascia connects muscles, tissues, and organs in the body.
• Summer energy is associated with expansion and expression.
• Mindful movement can help release emotional tension.
• Techniques like foam rolling can improve mobility.
• The deep front line is crucial for stability and breath.
• Emotional regulation is linked to the myofascial system.
• Workshops can provide practical techniques for personal growth.
• Exploring the front body enhances confidence and vitality.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Myofascial Release and Seasonal Living
03:10 Understanding the Myofascial System
06:21 The Superficial and Deep Front Lines
09:17 The Importance of Myofascial Release in Summer
12:01 Techniques for Enhancing Practice
15:02 Workshop Invitation and Closing Thoughts

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Takeaways:

• Pranayama means control of life force energy.
• Breath is a powerful tool for health and relaxation.
• Pranayama is rooted in ancient yogic texts.
• It serves as a bridge between body and mind.
• Different techniques can activate or calm the nervous system.
• Diaphragmatic breathing is essential for beginners.
• Advanced techniques include breath retention practices.
• Pranayama can be integrated into daily routines.
• Practicing pranayama can enhance lung capacity and cardiovascular health.
• Start with small, consistent practices for best results.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Pranayama
01:47 Understanding the Roots of Pranayama
04:19 The Benefits of Pranayama
08:51 Pranayama Techniques for All Levels
12:33 Integrating Pranayama into Daily Life

Takeaways

• Sun salutations are a foundational part of many yoga practices.
• They have historical roots in Vedic traditions and Hinduism.
• Sun salutations serve as prostrations of gratitude to the sun.
• The practice has evolved significantly over the years.
• Sun salutations consist of 12 movements linked by breath.
• They activate prana and stimulate the solar plexus chakra.
• Sun salutations offer physical, mental, and spiritual benefits.
• They can be used as a warm-up for deeper yoga practices.
• Incorporating intention enhances the practice of sun salutations.
• Reflecting on one's relationship with sun salutations can deepen the practice.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sun Salutations
02:38 Historical Context and Symbolism
04:24 The Evolution of Sun Salutations
06:32 Benefits of Sun Salutations
08:48 Reflection and Integration into Practice

Takeaways

• Maggie's journey with yoga began at age 13 with her dad.
• Yoga has evolved from a physical practice to a lifestyle for Maggie.
• Breaking her ankle led to a pivotal change in her yoga practice.
• Teacher training helped Maggie connect with her spirituality.
• Crow pose is a foundational arm balance that unlocks potential.
• Fear in yoga can be transformed into elation through practice.
• The importance of community in yoga practice is emphasized.
• Playfulness in yoga helps alleviate seriousness and fear.
• Devoting time to practice deepens connection and skill.
• True Love Yoga fosters a supportive and inclusive environment.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Yoga and Personal Journey
08:04 Transformative Experiences in Yoga Teacher Training
13:09 The Significance of Crow Pose
17:24 Understanding Arm Balances and Overcoming Fear
23:47 The Importance of Play in Yoga Practice
24:11 Upcoming Crow Pose Workshop Details

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Takeaways

• Practicing yoga outdoors enhances connection to nature and community.
• Outdoor yoga provides a sense of freedom and play.
• Nature engages all senses, promoting mindfulness.
• Fresh air can improve mood and reduce stress.
• Grounding in nature helps down-regulate the nervous system.
• Outdoor yoga challenges balance and focus.
• Yoga philosophy emphasizes our connection to the earth.
• Ahimsa encourages non-harming and sustainability in practice.
• Embrace the beauty of imperfection in outdoor yoga.
• Community connections can be formed through shared yoga experiences.

Chapters

00:00 The Essence of Outdoor Yoga
02:31 Benefits of Practicing Yoga in Nature
04:59 Connecting with the Elements
07:30 Yoga Philosophy and Nature
09:48 Tips for Outdoor Yoga
12:21 Community and Connection through Yoga

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Takeaways

• Yoga complements strength training and enhances performance.
• Yoga is beneficial for balance and strength, not just flexibility.
• Incorporating yoga can improve recovery and breath control.
• Tight muscles can lead to injuries; yoga helps alleviate this.
• Yoga promotes functional strength through stabilizer muscles.
• Breath control is crucial for stamina and power output.
• Yoga aids in muscle recovery and reduces soreness.
• Mental clarity and focus are enhanced through yoga practices.
• Effort and ease are both essential for optimal performance.
• Integrating yoga into training can lead to greater overall fitness.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Yoga for Athletes
02:21 Physical Benefits of Yoga
04:18 Strength and Stability through Yoga
06:32 Recovery and Injury Prevention
08:52 Mental Benefits of Yoga
11:51 Yoga Philosophy and Balance
13:58 Integrating Yoga into Training

Takeaways

• Journaling can enhance mindfulness in yoga practice.
• Reflection is essential for integrating yoga into daily life.
• Swadhyaya, or self-study, is a key yogic principle.
• A yoga practice journal can track emotional and physical patterns.
• Daily prompts can simplify the journaling process.
• Consistency in journaling can lead to personal growth.
• Keeping a journal close to your mat encourages regular use.
• Journaling helps turn noticing into knowing.
• The practice of yoga extends beyond the mat.
• Creating a simple journaling habit can be powerful.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Yoga Practice Journal
02:29 New Chapter
02:29 The Importance of Journaling in Yoga
05:06 Self-Reflection and Swadhyaya
07:11 Designing the Yoga Practice Journal
09:25 Daily Prompts and Their Significance
11:52 Building a Consistent Journaling Habit
14:06 Invitation to Deepen Your Practice

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Takeaways

• Liz's journey to yoga began with seeking pain relief.
• Yoga is often marketed in a way that excludes many.
• Accessibility in yoga means removing barriers for all bodies.
• Agency in practice encourages students to ask what they need.
• Representation in yoga is crucial for inclusivity.
• Creating safe spaces allows for personal growth and exploration.
• Chair yoga can be just as challenging as traditional yoga.
• The pandemic provided an opportunity for deeper self-reflection.
• Yoga teacher training can deepen one's relationship with self.
• Bringing emotions to the mat can lead to healing.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Yoga and Personal Journeys
02:44 The Importance of Accessibility in Yoga
05:12 Yoga Teacher Training and Personal Growth
07:37 Understanding Accessibility in Yoga
10:14 Promoting Choice and Agency in Practice
12:40 Representation in Yoga
15:03 Creating Safe Spaces in Yoga
17:41 Upcoming Chair Yoga Workshop
20:20 Surprising Aspects of Chair Yoga
22:55 Deepening Your Yoga Practice

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Takeaways:

• Spring is a time for renewal and fresh energy.
• Ayurveda focuses on lifestyle practices for balance.
• Eating light and warming foods is essential in spring.
• Morning movement helps combat sluggishness.
• Detox rituals can refresh and renew the body.
• Yoga practices should create heat and energy.
• Pranayama breath work promotes lightness and clarity.
• Gratitude practices enhance mindfulness and awareness.
• Setting intentions is crucial for personal growth.
• Embrace the seasonal changes for holistic wellness.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Spring: Embracing Renewal
02:34 Understanding Ayurveda and Kapha Energy
04:37 Dietary Adjustments for Spring
07:29 Movement and Detox Rituals for Spring
09:06 Yoga Practices for Spring
11:02 Mindset and Intentions for the New Season

Takeaways

• Warrior poses are foundational in yoga practice.
• Each warrior pose has distinct alignment and energetics.
• Warrior I focuses on grounding and strength.
• Warrior II promotes openness and stability.
• Warrior III challenges balance and focus.
• The poses embody the strength and grace of a warrior.
• Alignment is crucial to avoid injury in these poses.
• Energetics of the poses can be harnessed off the mat.
• The mythology of the warrior adds depth to the practice.
• Practicing with an open mind enhances the experience.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Warrior Poses
02:14 Warrior I: Foundations and Elevations
07:12 Warrior II: Alignment and Energetics
09:26 Warrior III: Balance and Strength
12:56 Connecting the Warrior Poses to Personal Empowerment

Takeaways

• Thoughtful sequencing enhances the student experience.
• Following a bell curve structure prepares the body and mind.
• Incorporating themes creates deeper meaning in practice.
• Working towards a peak pose requires preparation and intention.
• Balancing movement across multiple planes is essential for a holistic practice.
• Closing with intention helps integrate the experience of the class.
• Sequencing is both a science and an art that evolves over time.
• Teachers should experiment with different sequencing techniques.
• Students should notice how different classes feel and why.
• Creating a strong class structure can make teaching easier and more effective.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sequencing in Yoga
02:06 The Bell Curve: Structuring Your Class
05:17 Incorporating Themes for Intentional Practice
08:49 Working Towards a Peak Pose
12:46 Balancing Movement: Exploring Different Planes
15:08 Closing with Intention: The Importance of Integration

Takeaways

• Jules fell in love with yoga while seeking community and connection.
• Teaching yoga allows for a welcoming environment for students.
• Yoga helps in overcoming anxiety and promotes self-awareness.
• Yoga teacher training can lead to unexpected teaching opportunities.
• Community and collaboration enhance the yoga experience.
• Different yoga styles cater to different needs and preferences.
• It's important to keep trying different yoga classes.
• Beginners should seek supportive environments when starting yoga.
• Props in yoga can enhance the practice and understanding of poses.
• Taking a moment to connect with oneself is crucial for deepening yoga practice.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Yoga and Community
02:49 The Journey to Becoming a Yoga Teacher
05:41 Teaching Yoga: Bridging Personal Experience and Instruction
08:34 The Importance of Community in Yoga
11:04 Overcoming Intimidation: Advice for Beginners
14:08 Finding the Right Yoga Class
16:41 Starting a Yoga Practice: Home vs. Studio
19:29 Upcoming Beginners Yoga Workshop
22:10 Deepening Your Yoga Practice

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Takeaways

• Sleep is a basic need that affects overall health.
• Yoga can provide tools to improve sleep quality.
• Child's Pose promotes a feeling of safety and relaxation.
• Legs up the wall is a transformative pose for stress relief.
• Breath techniques like Brahmari Pranayama can alleviate anxiety.
• Ayurvedic practices, such as warm golden milk, aid sleep.
• Dimming lights before bed helps signal the body to wind down.
• Setting an intention for sleep can enhance sleep quality.
• Guided meditations and visualizations prepare the mind for sleep.
• Creating a sleep-friendly environment is crucial for restful sleep.

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Sleep
03:23 Yoga Practices for Better Sleep
09:25 Breath Techniques for Sleep
10:22 Ayurvedic Tips for Sleep
12:34 Creating a Sleep-Friendly Environment

Takeaways

• Spring is a time for releasing stagnant energy.
• Fascia connects and protects the entire body.
• The spiral line integrates movements from feet to head.
• Emotional energy is stored in fascia.
• Awakening new possibilities requires physical freedom.
• Yoga can help release tension in the spiral line.
• Breath awareness enhances the health of fascia.
• The workshop will focus on myofascial release techniques.
• Intentional movement can create balance in life.
• Spring is a powerful season for personal growth.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Spring Awakening and Myofascial Spiral Line
02:37 Understanding the Myofascial System
04:56 The Spiral Line and Its Importance
06:28 Spring Awakening: Growth and Renewal
08:46 Yoga Practices for Awakening the Spiral Line
10:55 Workshop Invitation and Conclusion

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Takeaways

• Masculine and feminine energies exist within everyone.
• Finding balance between these energies is crucial for wholeness.
• Yoga can help in balancing masculine and feminine energies.
• Modern society often emphasizes masculine traits over feminine.
• Cultivating feminine energy can lead to greater self-love.
• Acknowledging both energies can enhance personal growth.
• Practices like pranayama can balance energy channels.
• Self-reflection is key to understanding energy imbalances.
• Embracing the body is a form of feminine energy.
• The journey to balance is ongoing and requires patience.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Masculine and Feminine Energies
02:37 Understanding Masculine Energy
04:49 Exploring Feminine Energy
09:22 Balancing Energies in Daily Life
11:09 Cultivating Feminine Energy
14:33 Conclusion and Personal Reflections

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Takeaways

• Yoga is a practice that embodies various forms of love.
• Bhakti yoga connects us to the divine through devotion.
• Metta practice cultivates compassion and loving kindness.
• The heart chakra represents both love and grief.
• Self-love is essential for personal growth and community connection.
• Practicing gratitude can be a form of bhakti.
• Emotional experiences in bhakti can lead to profound insights.
• Community healing is a reciprocal process of love.
• Nurturing oneself enhances the ability to love others.
• Exploring love in yoga can deepen spiritual practices.

Chapters

00:00 Exploring Love in Yoga
05:32 The Practice of Metta: Loving Kindness
08:12 Understanding the Heart Chakra
10:18 Self-Love and Community Connection

Takeaways

• Chaturanga Dandasana translates to four-limbed staff pose.
• Proper alignment is crucial for performing Chaturanga safely.
• Common challenges include wrist pain and shoulder alignment issues.
• Modifications like knee-down Chaturanga can help build strength.
• Incorporating strength-building exercises off the mat is beneficial.
• Mindfulness in practice helps in understanding one's body better.
• Patience is key; strength develops over time.
• Using props can alleviate discomfort during Chaturanga.
• Video analysis can help improve alignment and technique.
• Everyone's yoga practice is unique and should be approached with compassion 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Chaturanga Dandasana
02:15 Understanding the Importance of Chaturanga
04:44 Breaking Down the Plank Position
07:03 Executing Chaturanga Dandasana
09:22 Modifications and Variations for Chaturanga
11:34 Strengthening Techniques for Chaturanga
14:12 Conclusion and Mindfulness in Practice

Takeaways

• Trauma can be defined as an undigested experience.
• There are different types of trauma, including big T and little t traumas.
• Yoga teachers should create a safe and supportive environment.
• Empowerment in yoga means allowing students to make choices.
• Safety in yoga involves clear boundaries and consistency.
• Mind-body connection is crucial for trauma-aware yoga.
• Non-judgment is essential for both teachers and students.
• Inclusivity in yoga means using invitational language.
• Collaboration between teachers and students enhances the practice.
• Teachers should be mindful of triggers and create a calming environment.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Trauma in Yoga
02:49 Principles of Trauma-Aware Yoga
05:33 Empowerment and Safety in Practice
08:07 Mind-Body Connection and Non-Judgment
10:21 Inclusivity and Collaboration in Yoga
12:57 Teaching During Difficult Times
19:57 Creating Safe Spaces in Yoga

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Takeaways

• The training is designed for aspiring yoga teachers and practitioners.
• Participants often experience unexpected personal growth during the training.
• The program includes a focus on trauma-informed yoga practices.
• Inclusivity and community are central to the training experience.
• The training balances traditional yoga roots with modern teaching techniques.
• Financial assistance options are available to make the training accessible.
• The training provides a strong foundation in yoga philosophy and anatomy.
• Participants receive personal feedback from experienced instructors.
• The program fosters a sense of safety and support among trainees.
• Graduates apply their yoga training in various professional and personal contexts.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Yoga Teacher Training
02:37 The Journey of Becoming a Yoga Teacher
05:08 Who the Training is For
07:40 Components of the Training Program
10:15 Unique Aspects of True Love Yoga Training
12:33 Inclusivity and Community in Training
14:55 Investment and Accessibility of Training
17:32 Conclusion and Invitation to Join

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Takeaways

• Ayurveda helps align energy with the seasons.
• Winter is a time for introspection and grounding.
• Vata and Kapha energies influence our well-being in winter.
• Oil pulling and self-massage are beneficial practices.
• Warm, nourishing foods support winter health.
• Dynamic yoga sequences can enhance winter practices.
• Journaling prompts can aid in self-reflection.
• Finding balance between movement and stillness is key.
• Embracing winter can reveal its beauty and benefits.
• Consulting an Ayurvedic practitioner can provide personalized insights.

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00:00 Introduction to Winter Ayurveda
01:28 Understanding Vata and Kapha
03:10 Ayurvedic Practices for Winter Wellness
08:25 Diet and Nutrition Tips for Winter
10:40 Yoga Practices for Winter
13:20 Journaling Prompts for Self-Reflection
15:01 Conclusion and Invitation to Explore Ayurveda

Takeaways

• Consistency is essential for personal growth and achieving goals.
• Tapas, or discipline, fuels our ability to show up consistently.
• Practice should be long-term, uninterrupted, and joyful.
• Letting go of perfection allows for more consistent practice.
• Starting small can lead to habitual consistency in practice.
• Finding community provides support and motivation.
• Tracking progress can help reflect on growth and commitment.
• Celebrating small wins boosts motivation and encourages consistency.
• Yoga is a lifelong journey that requires ongoing commitment.
• Showing up for yourself daily is crucial for personal development.

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00:00 Introduction to Consistency in Yoga Practice
07:41 Yogic Concepts Supporting Consistency
16:18 Practical Tips for Creating Consistency
23:52 Conclusion and Encouragement for the Year Ahead

Lauren shares insights on the following:

• Sankalpa: Understanding this yogic practice of setting heartfelt, purposeful intentions for the year.
• Drishti and Focus: Using yogic techniques like Drishti, or focal point, to set and maintain focus throughout the year.
• Dharma and Purpose: How to align your intentions with your deeper purpose through universal and individual dharma.
• Prana Piggy Bank: An exercise inspired by Sarah Kucera to identify what energizes you and what drains your energy, helping you to make more mindful choices.
• Reflection and Gratitude: Acknowledging both highs and lows from 2024 with gratitude, to inform the growth of 2025.
• Journaling Prompts: Thought-provoking prompts to help guide you in setting your intentions.
• Aparigraha (Non-Attachment): Releasing old patterns, limiting beliefs, and unnecessary attachments for greater clarity.
• Saucha (Purity) and Santosha (Contentment): Creating space for authenticity, acceptance, and gratitude.
• Tapas (Discipline): Turning your intentions into actions, reframing discipline as devotion to support growth and alignment.

Join us for an inspiring discussion on how to start the year with clear intentions, a sense of purpose, and practical steps for manifestation. Lauren also invites listeners to her annual New Year’s Day workshop at True Love Yoga on January 1st.

You’ll also find journaling prompts woven throughout, offering space for introspection and emotional release. If you’re able, bring a journal, light a candle, and create a cozy space for this guided reflection, complete with a meditation at the end. And if you’re multitasking while listening, let the words flow over you, and come back later if you wish to dive deeper.

Key Themes Covered in This Episode:

• Embracing the Cycle of Life: Creation, Sustenance, and Release
• The Power of Shadow Work: Honoring the “dark” emotions and finding hidden gifts
• Impermanence and Non-Attachment: Exploring yoga’s teaching on acceptance and letting go
• Santoshya (Contentment) and Swadhyaya (Self-Study): Finding contentment and gratitude in the present
• Journal Prompts for Reflection and Growth:
  • What are you holding onto from this year that no longer serves you?
  • What emotions have you been avoiding, and how can you honor them?
  • What three things from 2024 are you grateful for, and how have they contributed to your growth?
  • What did you learn from this year’s challenges, and how can you bring calm into the new year?

Upcoming Event Mentioned:

•New Year’s Day Workshop: “Breathe, Flow, & Set Your Intention for 2025” at True Love Yoga. Join Lauren on January 1st for a workshop to set powerful intentions for the year ahead with breathwork, flow, and mindful intention-setting. LEARN MORE

Listen to this episode to cultivate a mindset of acceptance, release, and readiness to step into the possibilities of the new year.

Takeaways

• Yoga can be a powerful tool for emotional healing.
• Teacher training can deepen one's personal practice.
• Qigong is about energy work and breath work.
• Qi is the life force energy within us.
• The five elements in Qigong differ from yoga's elements.
• The metal element relates to the lungs and letting go.
• Fear can be transformed into wisdom through practice.
• Qigong classes are relaxing yet energizing.
• Creating a daily practice can significantly impact well-being.
• Emotional experiences can be processed through movement.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Yoga and Qigong
01:09 Elena's Journey into Yoga
02:26 Experiences in Yoga Teacher Training
06:40 Exploring Qigong: Definition and Origins
10:41 Understanding Qi: Life Force Energy
12:37 The Five Elements in Qigong
14:55 Balancing the Elements: Metal and Water
17:43 What to Expect in a Qigong Class
20:47 Upcoming Workshops and Emotional Healing
25:47 Advice for Deepening Your Yoga Practice

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Through open-hearted conversation, Raven describes the pivotal role yoga played as she processed grief, the importance of True Love Yoga’s welcoming community, and the connection she feels to the practice’s deeper purpose. We also dive into Raven’s unique background, her love for animals and creative interests, and her involvement in Kansas City’s LGBTQIA community choir, Choral Spectrum.

Lauren and Raven discuss the impact of the True Love Yoga Teacher Training, reflecting on how it expanded Raven’s understanding of yoga beyond asana into a full spectrum of mind-body-spirit integration. Tune in to hear how yoga has not only transformed Raven’s life but inspired her to serve others on the mat with authenticity and compassion.

Topics Covered:

•Raven’s discovery of yoga as a healing tool

•The power of yoga in managing grief and cultivating presence

•True Love Yoga’s inclusive community

•Highlights from True Love Yoga Teacher Training and its impact on Raven’s practice

•How yoga bridged the gap in Raven’s spiritual journey

•The role of community in personal transformation

Resources Mentioned:

•True Love Yoga’s Yoga Teacher Training program

•Your Spiritual Besties podcast

Connect with Lauren and True Love Yoga:

•True Love Yoga Teacher Training

Takeaways

• Fascia is a connective tissue that surrounds muscles, bones, and organs.
• Healthy fascia allows for smooth movement and structural integrity.
• Myofascial release techniques can alleviate pain and enhance mobility.
• Self-myofascial release can be done using various props like foam rollers and balls.
• Hydration is crucial for maintaining healthy fascia.
• Gentle pressure techniques can activate the parasympathetic nervous system.
• Myofascial release complements yoga practice by improving flexibility.
• Awareness of tension points in the body can be enhanced through myofascial release.
• The upcoming workshop will provide practical techniques for self-care.
• Taking time for self-care during the holidays is essential for well-being.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Fascia and Myofascial System
03:27 Understanding Myofascial Release
06:30 Techniques and Tools for Self-Myofascial Release
09:57 Integrating Myofascial Release into Yoga Practice
12:29 Upcoming Workshop and Conclusion

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Takeaways:

• Camel pose embodies vulnerability and courage.
• The sensation after the posture brings a sense of openness.
• Gratitude is essential, especially during Thanksgiving.
• Santosha requires acceptance and gratitude.
• Proper alignment is crucial for safety in camel pose.
• Engaging the glutes helps maintain structural integrity.
• Finding contentment in your practice is key.
• Mindful neck positioning is important for safety.
• Exploring variations of camel pose enhances practice.
• Cultivating gratitude and acceptance strengthens resilience.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Ustrasana and Gratitude
01:50 Understanding Santosha: The Niyama of Contentment
04:16 Tips for Proper Alignment in Camel Pose
07:33 Safety and Core Engagement in Camel Pose
08:28 Mindful Modifications for Individual Needs
12:17 Cultivating Gratitude and Acceptance on the Mat

In this episode, Lauren discusses the power of hands-on assists in yoga. She shares her personal experience with hands-on assists and how it led her to explore trauma-informed yoga and consent tools. Lauren explains the benefits of hands-on assists, such as increasing proprioception, creating trust and connection, and revealing the energetic dynamics of a pose. However, she also highlights the disadvantages, including the risk of harm, focusing on external aesthetics over internal experience, and creating codependency. Lauren emphasizes the importance of consent and provides different types of assists and adjustments. She concludes by inviting listeners to her hands-on assist workshop.

Takeaways

• Hands-on assists can be beneficial in yoga by increasing proprioception, creating trust and connection, and revealing the energetic dynamics of a pose.
• However, there are also disadvantages to hands-on assists, such as the risk of harm, focusing on external aesthetics over internal experience, and creating codependency.
• Consent is crucial when giving hands-on assists, and there are various ways to obtain consent, including consent cards, verbal consent, and ongoing communication.
• Different types of assists and adjustments can be used, including verbal assists, self-assists, stabilizing assists, deepening assists, and PNF assists.
• Teachers should prioritize safety, professionalism, and individualization when giving hands-on assists.
• Hands-on assists are not necessary to be a great yoga teacher, but they can enhance teaching and create more impactful and supportive yoga experiences.

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In this episode, Lauren discusses supportive Ayurvedic practices for autumn and how to support the season change through yoga. She explains the principles of Ayurveda and the doshas, with a focus on vata dosha during autumn. Lauren provides tips for balancing vata dosha, including warming and grounding foods, self-massage, breathing practices, and mindful movement. She also suggests lifestyle rituals such as lighting candles, creating cozy spaces, and letting go of clutter. Lauren emphasizes the importance of embracing the slower pace of autumn and tuning into one's needs.

Takeaways

• Ayurveda is a holistic system of health that emphasizes the balance between the body, mind, and spirit through diet, lifestyle, and seasonal changes.
• Autumn is considered a vata season, characterized by coolness, dryness, and wind. Balancing vata dosha is important during this time.
• To balance vata dosha, focus on warming and grounding foods, practice self-massage with warm oil, engage in breathing practices like ujjayi breath, and engage in mindful movement.
• Lifestyle rituals such as lighting candles, creating cozy spaces, and letting go of clutter can support the slower pace of autumn.
• Embrace the opportunity to go inward, tune into your needs, and practice self-care during this season of transition.

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In this episode, Lauren discusses the readiness and considerations for becoming a yoga teacher. She shares her personal journey and highlights the importance of understanding one's why, committing to personal practice, and embracing continuous learning. Lauren also emphasizes the need for emotional intelligence, holding space for others, and the reality of teaching yoga. She addresses common fears and doubts, encourages authenticity and finding one's teaching style, and emphasizes the value of community support. Lauren concludes by urging listeners to listen to their intuition and take the leap if becoming a yoga teacher feels enriching and enhancing to their lives.

Takeaways

• Understand your why and the reasons behind wanting to become a yoga teacher.
• Commit to your personal practice and maintain consistency.
• Embrace continuous learning and have a passion for expanding your knowledge.
• Develop emotional intelligence and the ability to hold space for others.
• Be aware of the reality of teaching yoga, including the time commitment and business aspects.
• Overcome fears and doubts, and be open to personal transformation.
• Find your authentic teaching style and voice.
• Seek community support and mentorship from experienced teachers.
• Listen to your intuition and take the leap if becoming a yoga teacher feels enriching and enhancing to your life.

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In this episode, Lauren Leduc interviews Katie Brown, a yoga and mindfulness specialist, about her journey into yoga and her passion for yin yoga. Katie shares how she fell in love with yoga after years of competitive bodybuilding and struggling with body image issues. She explains that yin yoga is a meditative practice that focuses on stillness and passive postures held for several minutes. Katie also discusses the upcoming Yin for Yoga Teachers 201 workshop, where she will dive deeper into yin yoga theory, postures, props, and modifications.

Takeaways

• Yoga can be a healing practice that helps us develop a more positive relationship with our bodies.
• Yin yoga is a meditative practice that focuses on stillness and passive postures held for several minutes.
• Yin yoga can be a beginner-friendly practice but also presents challenges, especially for those who struggle with stillness.
• Incorporating yin yoga into your practice can offer spaciousness and balance in our fast-paced, yang-focused society.
• The Yin for Yoga Teachers 201 workshop is designed for yoga teachers or those in training who want to deepen their understanding of yin yoga and learn modifications for different students.

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In this episode, Lauren discusses the intersection of yoga and civic engagement, specifically voting. She explores how the principles of yoga, such as ahimsa (non-harm), satya (truthfulness), and swadhyaya (self-study), can be embodied through the act of voting. Lauren emphasizes the importance of voting as a way to reduce harm, promote well-being, and contribute to the greater good. She also highlights the concepts of karma yoga (selfless action) and union, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all beings and the impact of individual actions on the collective. Lauren encourages listeners to engage in mindful voting and to align their choices with their yogic principles and values.

Takeaways

• Voting is a way for yogis to engage civically and be active participants in the world.
• The principles of yoga, such as ahimsa and satya, can be embodied through the act of voting by choosing policies and representatives that reduce harm and promote truth.
• Voting is a reflection of unity and interconnectedness, as individual actions have an impact on the collective.
• Engaging in mindful voting and aligning choices with yogic principles and values can contribute to creating a more just and peaceful society.

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In this episode, Lauren breaks down the pose Adho Mukha Svanasana, or downward facing dog. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the energy and purpose of the pose, which is spinal decompression. Lauren provides five tips to elevate your downward facing dog, including using your hands correctly, finding external rotation through the upper arms, maintaining a neutral pelvis, and using props for support. She also encourages listeners to explore variations of the pose and share their experiences with her.

Takeaways

• Adho Mukha Svanasana, or downward-facing dog, is a pose that provides spinal decompression.
• Understanding the energy and purpose of the pose is important for practicing it correctly.
• Using your hands correctly by spreading the fingers and pressing into the palms helps engage the shoulders and wrists.
• Finding external rotation through the upper arms and engaging the core can help maintain proper alignment.
• Using props, such as a wall, blocks, or blankets, can provide support and help with alignment in the pose.

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In this episode, Lauren Leduc discusses the benefits of traveling for yoga and participating in yoga retreats. She shares her personal experience of how traveling for yoga has deepened her practice and allowed her to connect with different cultures. Lauren highlights the benefits of disconnecting from daily life to reconnect with oneself during a yoga retreat. She also emphasizes the sense of community and personal growth that can be fostered through traveling and participating in retreats. Lauren addresses common obstacles and concerns, such as being a beginner or traveling alone, and provides reassurance and tips for overcoming them. She concludes by inviting listeners to join her upcoming yoga retreat in Portugal.

Takeaways

• Traveling for yoga can deepen your practice and provide a distraction-free environment to focus on yoga.
• Yoga retreats offer varying levels of intensity and can be a combination of practice and cultural experiences.
• Traveling for yoga allows for disconnecting from daily life and going inward, which can be rejuvenating and replenishing.
• Participating in yoga retreats builds a sense of community and fosters deep connections with fellow travelers.
• Traveling for yoga provides opportunities for cultural immersion and personal growth, increasing compassion and connection to humanity.
• Common obstacles, such as being a beginner or traveling alone, can be overcome, and there are resources and support available.
• Investing in a yoga retreat is an investment in oneself and can lead to transformative experiences and better decision-making in daily life.

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