Ohana Life Podcast

 

Quote for the day: "Motion is Lotion" ~Lisa Garside

In this episode our guest contributor Stacey Lyons interviews me this time!   We go over my history of yoga, how Ohana came to be, what Ohana is all about, and what we offer that is unique.

Lisa's Bio:

Lisa is a certified yoga instructor, through Lithe & Easy Yoga, with over 19 years combined experience in both teaching and practice.

She began to explore yoga after a car accident left her with multiple pains, nerve damage and weight gain. Having tried many other conventional methods of coping, nothing seemed to help her daily headaches and focus. After taking one Yoga class, she was immediately rid of that days headache. It helped her cope with the day-to-day limited mobility. After a couple of years she was able to fully comprehend how yoga can help anyone and everyone.

The slow transition, into this lovely science, all happened while she worked in the corporate world for 8 years. Having experience in the workforce stresses and long work hours allows her to bring understanding and compassion into her teaching.

She was able to practice yoga through her 3 pregnancies and thankfully teach through the last. This brings a whole new knowledge and focus on what is needed during pregnancy and the benefits of a good bond during gestation.

Her biggest lesson learned is that the body and mind are limitless, no matter who you are, you just need to modify each practice to suit your own body and its capabilities.  She is able to adapt each class to the individual students body and how they show up energetically.

As a lifelong learner, I craft unique classes to provide a new experience every time you walk through the door.

She also runs the Ohana Yoga Training program, helping to pass on the traditions she has studied.

 

Resource Links:

Ohana In-Studio and Zoom Class Schedule: http://ohanayoganh.com/yoga-classes/

Shop Ohana: http://ohanayoganh.com/shop-ohana/

Ohana OM Demand Class Membership and Ohana Yoga Training program: https://ohanayoganh.teachable.com/

 

In this episode we speak about what Thai Massage is, the importance of touch, the four pillars of a well rounded massage program, and self care.    

Shai's quote(s):

“ Thai Yoga Massage is a hands on way of turning meditation into a life experience into massage”

“ Thoughts are energy and meditation if training yourself to know yourself.  Undo the old story to make way for the new truth.”

“ How slow can you go, how high can you fly”

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/StillLightCentre

Website

https://www.stillightcentre.com

YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/user/Stillightcentre

Online Course Offerings

slc-courses

Books by Shai Plonski

Compassionate Touch - https://www.amazon.com/Compassionate-Touch-Relationships-Spiritual-Awakening/dp/1977580556/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=shai+plonski&qid=1599516295&sr=8-5

The Joy of Giving Massage - https://www.amazon.com/Shai-Plonski/dp/1631610651/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=shai+plonski&qid=1599516295&sr=8-2

Table Thai Massage - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1777126908/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=shai+plonski&qid=1599516295&sr=8-1

To purchase a massage mat:

https://www.stillightcentre.com/shop/

“I AM consciousness, but this body/mind has a lot of air.   The nature of air is to move, and movement is anxiety”.  ~Kaya Mindlin

In this episode we talk about the daily honoring of practices that suit a family as well as a human looking to find balance.  We also speak about the ancient yoga teachings and some changes you can make immediately to foster self care.  She also discusses ancient texts!  So fun and very informative!

Website:

https://yogawithkaya.com

Instagram:

@kayamindlin

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/kaya.mindlin

The Universal Mantra for Peace:

Om, Sarve bhavantu sukhinaḥ

Sarve santu nirāmayāḥ

Sarve bhadrāṇi paśyantu

Mā kashchit duḥkha bhāgbhavet

oṃ śāntiḥ śāntiḥ śāntiḥ ||

“We have a drive to serve and a longing to connect”. ~Jenn Cardoso

In this episode we cover all things nervous system, trauma, self-regulation and resiliency.   Jenn takes us through her own personal history, and how she dealt with what came up and who she worked with.   She also touches upon the Polyvagal theory and window of tolerance.  We speak about how it is possible that our jobs value nervous system dysregulation and the need to be on call at all times.  She speaks about how the nervous system guides all of our experiences and behaviors, and what are some signs to look for as well as self-regulation strategies.    

Website: https://yogadetour.com

Email: [email protected]

Extra Resources:

Video:  Daniel Siegel Hand Model

PDF File: Window Of Tolerance Infographic

Video: Deb Dana describes the Polyvagal Theory (a very concise and digestible recap of our discussion!)

Here's a few short videos for self regulation from Jenn:  

Ball rolling to ground

Quadrant pat down

Moving hug to ground and calm

2020 has been nothing short of challenging for everyone across the globe.   Everything we have known to date has changed, from school, to haircuts, to grocery shopping to the way we interact with people.  In this episode I speak with Donna Imgrund, a long time nurse of oncology and hospice care.   She took us through some ways to hold space or someone who is grieving and how one may be feeling when they lose or are losing a loved one.   She talks about some ways she has coped as a nurse, a human, and beyond.   These are important conversations, especially in 2020 where the theme is, as Donna states, collective grief.

Elizabeth Kubler-Ross:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elisabeth_Kübler-Ross

Books by Elizabeth:

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=books+by+elizabeth+kubler+ross&crid=2ZIA9ACZBCBAP&sprefix=books+by+Elizabeth+kubl%2Caps%2C149&ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_23

Stages of Grieving:

Denial

Anger

Bargaining

Depression

Acceptance

In this episode, Moses spends a generous amount of time explaining concepts on the spine, breathing, the pelvic floor and pain science.    He goes into a lot of great detail on how the body works for the best results.   You may want a notebook and pen!   

Website:

https://mosesbernard.com

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/MobilityMastermind

Instagram:

@mosesbernard

Quote:

“There are no activities that are ultimately bad for your spine.  There are just spines that are unprepared for activities."

~Dr. Moses Bernard

 

 

In this episode Jon spoke about moving in a variety of ways that make sense to you, and how it can be a creative process into more of what you need, while using what you have.   He speaks about the intuition of movement and how you can make movement more practical, and be happy with small goals of doing something daily.    He gives deliberate mindful insight into all that we spoke about.    

About Jon: http://www.yuenjon.com/jon-yuen

Website: http://www.yuenjon.com

Instagram : @yuenjon

Jon’s writings: http://www.yuenjon.com/articles-1

Jon’s online courses: http://www.yuenjon.com/online-courses

Quote:

“You should be collaborating with yourself and your body….it’s a dialogue not a monologue."

“You are what you eat, you are what you train.  Think qualities not exercises." 

In this episode, Tom and I talk about who he has studied with and why it is important to work the body and mind in specific ways.    He goes through his personal workouts as well as what he does with his students.  He is a shining example of having vitality and longevity of health.   

Instagram:

@tombarbeausr

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7BA0NLWt7_iQQrk2Cp996w

Burdenko Method Book

https://www.amazon.com/Burdenko-Method-Restore-Maintain-Fitness/dp/1934881899/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=burdenko&qid=1602007159&sr=8-1

Oxygen Advantage Book 

https://www.amazon.com/Oxygen-Advantage-scientifically-breathing-revolutionise/dp/0349406693/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1WXAVV814QHMW&dchild=1&keywords=the+oxygen+advantage+book&qid=1602008139&sprefix=the+oxygen+a%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-4

Burdenko Exercise Categories

Balance

Coordination

Flexibility

Endurance

Speed

Strength

 

“It is in the pause that we hear ourselves." ~Brenda Quinn

In this episode, Brenda speaks of ways we can co-regulate and know when we might be going out of balance.    She speaks of the nervous system and their roles, how to do thought swapping.  The brain is a muscle and can be trained as such.   She also spoke of how kids have good neuroplasticity and can bounce back very quickly.  As well as ways to give kids the efficacy and power to show they are doing service for the greater good.  We also spoke about the polyvagal theory and what one can do for self love. 

Stephen Porgess Website:

https://www.stephenporges.com

(Check out any podcast he is on as well.) 

Books by Deb Dana:

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=deb+dana&crid=2NWEXBO8C3WSM&sprefix=deb+dana%2Caps%2C164&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-oa-p_1_8

Brenda's website is:

https://brquinncounseling.com/about