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Sandhya Balakrishnan ~ Yoga's Ancient Wisdom: How Yama and Niyama Can Transform Your Life


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In this milestone 200th episode, Todd connects with Sandhya Balakrishnan, a distinguished yoga instructor from Bangalore, India, who shares her journey from corporate life to dedicating her career to yoga. This profound conversation explores the impact of yoga beyond the physicality of asanas, diving into the wholeness of yoga as a lifestyle and philosophy. With her dynamic background, Sandhya enriches the discussion by emphasizing yoga's foundational aspects such as mindfulness, breathing, and ethical practices.

Follow Sandhya on IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.yogini.project/?hl=en
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the.yogini.project

Key Takeaways:

  • Yoga Beyond Physicality: Sandhya emphasizes that yoga is not limited to complex asanas, but includes understanding and practicing ethical principles like Yama and Niyama.
  • Yoga’s Holistic Approach: The practice incorporates more than physical posture; it includes dietary mindfulness, self-regulation, and listening to one's body.
  • Pursuing Passion Professionally: Transitioning from a corporate career to teaching yoga requires meticulous planning and genuine calling.


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