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In this Off the Mat episode, Kyle and David explore how yoga practice patterns show up in daily life. Last week's class focused on building from what's already there—finding what's strong and stable before jumping into fixing mode. This week, they discuss where that same pattern appears off the mat.

Kyle and David share personal experiences with constantly fixing things—in their yoga practice, at work, in relationships—before acknowledging what's already working. They explore why we default to noticing what's wrong, how cultural conditioning shapes this pattern, and what shifts when you start with your foundation first.

Topics covered:

• How the "fixing mindset" shows up in yoga practice and daily life
• Why we notice problems before strengths
• The role of capitalism and productivity culture in self-criticism
• Practical experiments for building from what's already working
• Applying yoga philosophy (aparigraha, non-grasping) to work and relationships

This is a conversation about pattern recognition and self-awareness, not prescriptive advice. Whether you're a yoga practitioner, yoga teacher, or someone interested in mindful living and personal development, this episode offers insights into how physical practice translates to everyday experiences.