Don't Suffer Like Us Podcast

Today Kimberly talks candidly about being a kids’ yoga teacher and transitioning into summer time/ downtime. Listen for her tips on how to navigate these transitions and remember you aren’t alone. Thea will be back next week.

Three mistakes new yoga teachers make. Have you made any of these mistakes? Let us know. Follow us on social media and join the conversation.

In this episode, we discuss the top three questions we have been asked as yoga teachers. There are many variations, but at the end of the day, these questions are perennial and asked of every active yoga teacher. Join in the conversation so you don't have to suffer like us.

Today, we're going to discuss who is a yogi/yogini, is there a place in yoga for judgment, and the reality of walking the path. What does it mean when someone calls you unyogic? Others often use the term to discredit an argument or differing belief systems. Join us for our take on what it means to be unyogic and how to avoid suffering when the term is thrown around in your community or directed at you.

Today we are going to talk about the power of breath, in particular the fourth limb of yoga Pranayama. We'll discuss the meaning, a few of our favorite techniques, its purpose, and how it is an accessible practice.

Today, we will discuss the misconceptions surrounding physical alignment. Often when teachers talk about alignment, they are meaning what a pose looks like. Personal functional movement is individual and may not look exactly like a picture-perfect pose. As teachers, we must be adaptable in our understanding of asana expression.

Today we discuss core strength and the marketing misunderstanding that still continues to create a foundation for misinformation. We'll discuss the fake and real to inspire you as a yoga teacher to develop a better understanding.

In this episode, we discuss how culture affects our practice and our community. The American culture is individualistic in nature, to move forward to reflecting the world we would like to see requires connection and union with our fellow humans. How can we become more collectivist for the betterment of all?

Today is our last discussion on Dharma Talks. We'll discuss who it's for, how to communicate your theme, and what length is appropriate.

In today's episode, we are going to discuss Dharma Talks a bit deeper. As a teacher, you may feel compelled to share the philosophical concepts you find useful to modern life. We will cover the when, why, and how to do this in your practice.