The Problem With Perfect

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life


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Over the past 10 months, we’ve explored each of the Yamas and Niyamas: the ten ethical practices that form the foundation of yoga philosophy. In doing so, we discovered that these ancient teachings have as much to say about modern life as they did thousands of years ago.

In this episode, we’re bringing it all together.
Using Deborah Adele’s The Yamas & Niyamas: Exploring Yoga’s Ethical Practice as our guide, we reflect on the wisdom woven through all ten practices and revisit the lessons that challenged, encouraged, and inspired us the most. While each principle offers a unique pathway to greater freedom and peace, the final niyama of surrender might be the most transformative. 

What does it mean to stop gripping so tightly to outcomes? How do we trust when life doesn’t unfold according to our plans? And why is surrender not a sign of weakness, but perhaps the deepest expression of courage and faith?

Whether you’ve followed this entire series or are joining us for the first time, this conversation offers a powerful reminder that the goal isn’t perfection. It’s awareness. Its presence. And sometimes, it’s having the wisdom to loosen our grip and trust the process.

Join us as we conclude our journey through the Yamas and Niyamas and explore how surrender may be the practice that changes everything.

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The Problem With PerfectBy Robin May and Denise Bickel

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