Grant and his partner Lauren left their former lives in the US to travel through Central America. Throughout their journey, they have learned an assortment of tools, centered on the healing power of breath-work, that they share through workshops, classes, and retreats through their platform, Calibrated. In this episode we dig into what happens during breath-work sessions, attempting to put into the words the altered states of consciousness that are experienced through this work and how they help clear up emotional blockages that hinder our connection with ourselves, our purpose and thus our potential in the physical realm. More about Calibrated: https://www.iamcalibrated.com/ Subscribe to my newsletter here: https://www.yogaaroundtheworld.com/index

EvaSion es instructora de Masaje Thai y Yoga. Es apasionada del surf y lleva más de 20 años viajando por el mundo, pasando por la Isla Reunión, Madagascar, España, México, Indonesia, Marruecos, Sri Lanka, Lombok, Australia y ahora Panamá. En este episodio hablamos de sus viajes y adentramos en lo que ambos hemos aprendido de nuestro recorrido en el yoga, desde perspectivas opuestas pero complementarias. Hablamos del estrés, el condicionamiento social y la importancia de la relajación para trascender estas fuerzas opresoras de la realización de nuestro estado natural. Hablamos de la experiencia de irse en retiro y de donde proviene el poder transformativo de tal proceso. Conoce mas sobre Evasion aqui: https://www.evasionthaiyoga.com/ Suscribete a mi boletin informativo para enterarte sobre episodios nuevos: https://www.yogaaroundtheworld.com/espa

Michelle Miller is a talented multidisciplinary artist, therapist and author of the upcoming book, 'Heart First,' a female psychedelic travel memoir filled with adventure, humor and spiritual insight. In this episode, we dive into the story of her book. Beginning with early LSD use at the age of 15, she narrates her travels through the US and Central America, living the van life, hitchhiking, going through toxic relationships and being voluntarily homeless. We explore 'hippy dogma' and 'spiritual' beliefs which ironically become self-limiting instead of expansive and liberating. We venture into her process of settling down in Santa Catalina, building a hotel, restaurant and wellness center, to then sell it all and dedicate herself full-time to writing and artwork. Learn more about Michelle's work here: https://www.heartfirstseries.com/ Subscribe to my newsletter to hear about new episodes: https://www.yogaaroundtheworld.com/index

Gaby Garcia está de regreso en la Ciudad de Panamá luego de viajar dos años y medio por el continente Asiático. Es creadora del movimiento de bienestar, 'Dont Die Wondering' y de 'The Healthy Heart Podcast'. Durante sus viajes coescribió, 'The New Wave Book,' una compilación de relatos inspiradores sobre el emprendimiento y el bienestar. En este episodio, Gaby nos comparte los aprendizajes provenientes de sus viajes y su proceso de transformación personal – las realidades de viajar por el mundo y vivir una vida no-convencional basada en el servicio desinteresado. Suscríbete a mi boletín electrónico para que sigamos indagando juntos: https://www.yogaaroundtheworld.com/espa

Welcome to attachment in the 21st century. A reading of my article which digs into the roots of the pain we endure through unhealthy attachments formed specifically in the realm of romantic relationships. It is a common occurrence nowadays to confuse love for attachment. In this episode, I seek to distinguish the difference between those two. This reading might come as news to some, and as a healthy reminder to others. Not to be taken personally. What I encourage in this episode is self-inquiry. Looking inwards rather than outwards for the antidote to our attachment induced suffering. Read the article here: https://bit.ly/2U0SmsI Subscribe to my newsletter so we can keep inquiring together: https://www.yogaaroundtheworld.com/index

Amy es guía turística en la Finca dos Jefes ubicada en la región volcánica de Boquete. En este episodio nos comparte su conocimiento del proceso de producción del café en Panamá, al igual que algunos datos sobre la industria global del mismo. Comparamos los métodos de exportación 'Free Trade' con 'Direct Trade' en cuanto a los beneficios que le proporciona a todos los involucrados en el proceso, desde los caficultores que cosechan las cerezas a los populares 'coffee shops.' Amy nos habla sobre los métodos más sostenibles de producir café, utilizando recursos naturales como el sol y minimizando el desperdicio de agua. Conversamos sobre algunas de las la diferencias de vivir en la ciudad de Panamá y el interior del país, resaltando el inesperado valor de tener tiempo de ocio. Suscríbete a mi boletín electrónico para que sigamos indagando juntos: https://www.yogaaroundtheworld.com/espa

In this episode, I inquire into what, 'taking rest from practice' means. I compare this notion to that of taking a break from mental disorders. I delve into the psychological work that yoga practice entails, including that of recognizing and consolidating our internal dualities using awareness as a tool. I explore the reasons for which this type of profound work takes importance in our lives, beyond the physical postures generally attributed to yoga practice. Subscribe to my newsletter so we can keep inquiring together: https://www.yogaaroundtheworld.com/index

En este episodio, indago sobre lo que significa descansar de la práctica de yoga. Comparo esta noción a la de tomar descanso de los desórdenes mentales. Me adentro en el trabajo psicológico que conlleva una práctica de yoga incluyendo el ejercicio de reconocer y consolidar nuestras dualidades internas utilizando la consciencia como herramienta. Exploro los motivos por los cuales este trabajo de carácter profundo toma importancia en nuestra vida, más allá de las posturas físicas generalmente atribuidas a la práctica de yoga.  Suscríbete a mi boletín electrónico para que sigamos indagando juntos: https://www.yogaaroundtheworld.com/espa

Can yoga be taught? In this episode, I describe what teaching yoga means to me, originating from the idea that yoga is a process and not an end-result. I delve into the topic of hierarchical power structures in yoga and their potentially damaging effect on a student's learning experience. I describe with precision the things that I teach and set them apart from what cant be taught. I examine the subtleties of practice and the role that personal experience plays in any teaching. Subscribe to my newsletter so we can keep inquiring together: https://www.yogaaroundtheworld.com/index

Katherine Sophia has been living in the mountain town of Boquete, Panama for the past 14 years. Here she has led numerous Yoga Teacher Training programs that have evolved into full-on Transformation Retreats. In this podcast, we talk about the process of transformation and the many tools at our disposal, other than yoga asana, to support this process. We touch on the tools of plant medicine and psychedelics as well as Vipassana meditation. We conclude with a discussion on the value of developing a non-judgmental mindset to foster a state of acceptance for all internal experiences, as well as external situations in life. Subscribe to my newsletter so we can keep inquiring together: https://www.yogaaroundtheworld.com/index