Join Farin and Heidi in exploring the profound wisdom of Yoga Sutra 2.47 and its application in yoga practice. Learn how to embody the essence of releasing unnecessary effort and connecting with the infinite. They share practical phrases and pranayama techniques ideal for incorporating into a VinYin class—a harmonious blend of vinyasa and yin yoga. Enhance your yoga journey with this insightful discussion.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:56 Exploring Yoga Sutra 2.47

08:23 Applying Sutra 2.47 in Daily Life

10:48 Challenges of Finding Ease and Connection

12:08 Creating Space for Presence

14:51 Takeaways and Conclusion

Join Heidi and Farin as they delve into the concept of balance between effort and ease in yoga practice, inspired by Yoga Sutra 2.46. In this insightful episode, they explore the sutra's meaning and its practical application in various yoga poses, such as Revolved Half Moon and Tree pose. Discover how to find balance not only on the mat but also in life, relationships, and self-care. Gain valuable tips for incorporating this theme into your yoga classes, and don't miss out on the info sheet filled with additional inspiration and resources. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion that blends philosophy with practical advice, perfect for yoga enthusiasts and teachers alike.

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Heidi and Farin explore Yoga Sutra 2.33, highlighting the power of replacing negative thoughts with positive ones. Learn how to cultivate a positive mindset for inner peace and personal growth, while also acknowledging and working through negative emotions. Discover practical tips for integrating this theme into your yoga practice, featuring crow pose and a meditation focused on transforming doubt into confidence.

Join Heidi and Farin as they sit down with Rebecca Doring, host of the Inner Critic Freedom podcast and a Chromatic Yoga teacher and mentor.

In this insightful episode, Rebecca delves into the transformative teachings of Abhyasa (effort) and Vairagya (non-attachment), sharing her personal journey of becoming a runner and overcoming self-doubt.

Discover how these principles can help you stay present, embrace challenges, and detach from results, whether in yoga, running, business, or social media.

Rebecca's inspiring story and practical advice will guide you in applying these timeless teachings to your daily habits and practices.

Tune in to learn how to bring these powerful themes into your yoga practice and create long-term positive patterns in your life.

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Join Farin & Heidi in an exploration of the seventh chakra, the crown chakra. Discover its crucial role in spiritual connection and enlightenment, along with the challenges and benefits of balancing this powerful energy center.

Our hosts share personal experiences and insights on connecting with the crown chakra and offer practical approaches to weaving this theme into your yoga practice. Learn about surrendering to the flow of life, embracing divine wisdom, and overcoming struggles with the concept of divinity.

We'll guide you through yoga poses like rabbit pose, embryo pose, and mantra meditation to enhance your practice. Tune in and be inspired to trust in the divine plan, surrender to life's flow, and let your inner light shine.

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Join Heidi and Farin as they delve into the mystical realm of the sixth chakra, also known as the third eye or ajna chakra. In this enlightening episode, they explore the profound significance of this chakra, emphasizing its role in enhancing intuition, wisdom, and inner vision. Discover the challenges of decision-making and connecting with your inner guidance when this chakra is out of balance.

Heidi and Farin share their insights on creating a spiritually and energetically enriching yoga class, highlighting the importance of the third eye chakra. Learn how to incorporate the theme into your practice with creative ideas like using the song 'I Can See Clearly Now,' incorporating poses such as Compass Pose and Child's Pose, and even teaching an eyes-closed class with powerful visualization techniques.

Tune in for an episode filled with wisdom, practical tips, and spiritual insights to elevate your yoga practice and personal growth.

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Join Farin and Heidi as they dive into the fifth chakra, the Vishuddha, or throat chakra. Discover the importance of authentic self-expression and communication as they share personal experiences and challenges with speaking their truth. Learn to recognize the signs of an imbalanced throat chakra and explore the benefits of nurturing and balancing this vital energy center.

Farin and Heidi discuss overcoming the fear of judgment and the need for validation, offering practical tips to incorporate the throat chakra theme into your yoga practice. They share specific yoga poses and techniques to open and activate the throat chakra, emphasizing the importance of props and modifications to support individual authenticity. Empower yourself by unlocking the power of your voice. Tune in and learn how to speak your truth and embody authenticity in every aspect of your life.

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In this enlightening episode, Heidi and Farin dive deep into the heart chakra, also known as Anahata. They unravel the essence of unconditional love and forgiveness, discussing the journey of opening the heart and nurturing compassion. Discover the subtle differences between heart-opening and backbending classes, and learn the importance of choosing the right words to evoke specific energetic responses in your students.

Join the hosts as they emphasize confronting past wounds, fostering forgiveness, and living from a place of love. Explore the challenges and joys of teaching heart-opening yoga poses and themes, and learn how to create a trauma-informed space in your classes. This conversation highlights the importance of compassion, self-love, and letting go in yoga practice.

Heidi and Farin share practical tips for incorporating peak poses like wheel and fish, various backbend variations, and heart-centered pranayama into your practice. They also discuss using specific cues and phrases to enhance the heart-opening experience. Additionally, the hosts provide a rich list of inspirations, including quotes, songs, mantras, mudras, and postures, to help you craft a comprehensive class focused on the fourth chakra.

Tune in to transform your teaching and deepen your understanding of the heart chakra, cultivating a practice rooted in love and compassion.

Welcome to Theme Weavers, your shortcut to yoga wisdom and inspiration for your next yoga class! In this debut episode, meet your hosts, Heidi and Farin, as they introduce themselves and their passion for weaving themes and intention throughout their yoga classes.

Heidi and Farin share their unique journeys, from speedy life milestones to career pivots, all leading them to become yoga teachers. Discover how their paths crossed, thanks to yoga teacher Matt Giordano, and how their daily Marco Polo conversations inspired this podcast.

Learn about the common challenges yoga teachers face in theming their classes confidently: lack of time, inspiration, and knowledge.

Find out what to expect from Theme Weavers episodes, including themes, peak postures, and more, tailored to various yoga styles. The hosts emphasize the importance of preserving yoga's essence in modern Western practices.

Explore the benefits of theme weaving, from standing out as a teacher to enhancing students' experiences. Each episode includes downloadable Inspo Sheets to make class planning a breeze.

Join Heidi and Farin on their mission to inspire yoga teachers. Subscribe now and share this podcast with your fellow yogis. Get ready for weekly wisdom and practical tips delivered with love and laughter.

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In this episode of Theme Weavers, Heidi sits down with yoga and movement teacher Mandy Froehlich to explore the delicate balance between effort and ease in yoga practice. Mandy shares her insightful "back pocket" theme, emphasizing the crucial role of self-care and the importance of meeting oneself where they are in their practice.

Tune in as Mandy delves into the challenges of letting go of ego and addressing the guilt that often accompanies self-care. Discover how her classes focus on slow flows and intentional pauses in postures, allowing students to truly tune into their bodies' needs.

Throughout the episode, Heidi and Mandy discuss how self-care in yoga isn't just about relaxation but also about pushing through discomfort and challenging oneself. Mandy shares her intuitive approach to teaching, adapting her classes based on the energy in the room, and underscores the significance of self-awareness as a form of self-care.

Join us for an enlightening conversation on finding balance, caring for oneself on and off the mat, and embracing the dualities of effort and ease.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

07:45 Mandy's Back Pocket Theme: Effort and Ease

11:20 Teaching What You Need: Self-Care and Meeting Yourself Where You Are

21:28 Class Structure: Slow Flows and Pausing for Self-Care

25:03 Teaching Yoga from an Authentic and Intuitive Place

28:07 Self-Awareness as Self-Care: Cultivating a Deeper Connection

30:43 Noticing How You Feel: The Key to Self-Care