What do you think of when we talk about the spine in yoga? 

Probably anatomy, the spine in Asana, posture, age of the spine, backbends and more. But mostly we end up staying in the physical , western view of the spine in yoga. 

But according to yogis, the spine is so much more than just the physical spine. There is the Sukshma (subtle ) spine that is expansive, and part of the subtle body. Having vast implications on the journey of a seeker. 

In this episode, we dive into the spine and yoga with Kaya Mindlin, who walks us through mythological stories from the puranas to helping us understand the subtle spine in ways that will be new to many of you but also takes you beyond just the physical spine. We look at the elements of the subtle spine, how to work with this spine and more. 

For Kaya’s full bio, our bite sized bi-monthly newsletter and other episodes head to our show notes. 

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On the Let’s talk yoga podcast today, Indu Arora is back. This time demystifying chakras. Adding context and clarity about them in a way that’s refreshing and easy to relate to. 

Indu eloquently explains what is a chakra? Provides clear detail as to why it’s a part of yoga. 

What we have misunderstood about chakras in modern yoga? 

Do we “work” on our chakras? How do we know if they’re weak? 

Does the order of the chakras matter? 

How can one strengthen their connection with the chakras? And so much more. 

If there’s one conversation, you listen to about the chakras. Let it be this one. 

Head to our show notes to know more about Indu Arora, her work and courses. 

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In this episode, we dive deep into the "link" between Yoga and Ayurveda. We've heard them be called 'sister sciences' before. But do you really understand how these two connect?

More importantly, how can you leverage Ayurveda as a yoga teacher or practitioner to benefit you?

Our guest Nidhi Bhansali Pandya is a lifelong Ayurveda practitioner, teacher  and writer. She helps us understand this link, gives us actionable items to follow as yoga teachers and contextualizes Ayurveda for yoga students. There's a lot you'll get out of this conversation when you hit play.

Some highlights are...

• Yoga and ayurveda as sister sciences & how?
• A List of ayurveda practices that one should keep in mind
• The three pillars of health according to Ayurveda
• How much knowledge does the average asana teacher need to have about doshas?
• What type of asana should you do for each dosha
• What kind of pranayama for each dosha
• How often should we be checking for our dosha balance or imbalance?
• Mind management through Ayurveda. 
• The ideal time for asana for all doshas 
• Applying oil to your body & why it matters 

Plus more. Head to our show notes to learn more about Nidhi's extensive work in Ayurveda as well sign up for our newsletter. 

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In this episode, Arundhati walks you through the different stages or biological milestones in a woman's life. And how yoga should be changing and evolving as you or your students change. 

Modern vinyasa yoga doesn't make space for such conversations. Especially for women who have ever-changing bodies and hormonal health. There is a lot of yogic wisdom on how to get optimal health if you're in these phases. 

Or if you're having issues in any phase - be it period health or menopausal issues. Yoga has tools right from asana, and pranayama to deeper practices. 

If you're a yoga teacher, listen to learn more about this so you can support your students in their journey. 

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A short solo episode with Arundhati on how to help your students identify with an Asana approach that helps them build a steady , life long connection with practice. 

This episode is inspired by countless years of observing, understanding and having conversations with students about why students grow in Asana and other aspects of yoga and why some quit. 

This simple 2 step approach is something all yoga teachers need to be sharing with their students. 

Let us know if you apply these in your classes. 

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What is cultural appropriation of yoga? Is it about saying namaste in class, Ganesha tattoos and wearing bindis ? Or is it more? 

I had done an episode about this at the very start of the podcast but was disappointed as the yoga world seems stuck at just the superficial work. It doesn’t help that appropriation is now another trendy thing that you can buy in the yoga world. As many teachers build their careers around just this. 

Vikram Jeet Singh is back on the podcast to give you an in-depth understanding of why cultural appropriation of yoga is beyond the superficial stuff. We talk about where the real work lies for yoga teachers.

This is an episode you don’t want to miss. 

Episode highlights

• What is appropriation?
• Examples of what appropriation can look like
• Are there types or degrees of appropriation?
• What quality should one embody to go into appropriation work?
• The major issues with appropriation in the yoga world
• Should one have to spend money to learn about appropriation?
• Where should one learn appropriation from?
• Mistakes to avoid
• Appropriation work in India
• Some key takeaways

Vikram Jeet Singh’s bio available in our show notes.

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On the show today, we explore the mind as viewed in yoga with long-term yoga & meditation teacher, Pavel Dimitrev.

Some of the episode highlights are...

• What is the mind according to yoga?
• Where in the mind is morality?
• Managing the mind through yoga for beginners
• Why is our mind so troubled?
• Pranayama and the mind
• What is the purpose of a thought?
• Where do thoughts come from?
• What we resist persists
• Practices in yoga that will help manage our mind

Full guest bio available on our show notes. 

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In this short solo episode,  Arundhati does a deep dive into Shavasana, she tells you the story of Shavasana.  As well as why you roll the right side instead of the left and much more.  What to do if someone always falls asleep and more. 

She gives you a life update and all the changes happening and how she's adapting to her new normal for the next few months. 

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It's no secret that many start yoga nowadays at a yoga studio and adopt a physical practice of yoga. Doing "yoga" has come to mean doing "yoga poses". Many yoga teachers struggle to understand how to link the greater context of yoga through asana or the physical practice of yoga. 

In this solo episode, Arundhati Baitmangalkar walks you through 5 easy, effective and effortless ways to start thinking about this. She reminds you to first strengthen the student's relationship with the richness and depth of asana before bringing in more yoga. 

And why reading a yoga sutra to them will mean nothing if they haven't yet connected fully to their asana and the benefits they see from them. 

Arundhati calls this part 1 of much more to come. She shares 5 easy ways to get this conversation started with your students. 

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