"Question everything."

Today, I welcome Anjali Rao, a yoga teacher and author, to discuss her journey into yoga, the cultural and historical contexts of yoga, and the themes of gender and caste within the practice. We delve into the representation of women and gender-expansive folks in yoga history, the impact of caste on yoga practices, and the importance of diverse perspectives in understanding yoga's role in modern society. Anjali emphasizes the need for curiosity, critical thinking, and the ability to hold paradoxes in our understanding of yoga and its teachings.

Key moments from our talk;

➖ Caste and patriarchy significantly impact modern yoga practices.

➖ Yoga is often misrepresented as a monolithic practice.

➖ Diverse perspectives are essential for understanding yoga's complexities.

➖ Curiosity and questioning are vital for personal growth.

➖ Yoga can serve as a tool for resistance against societal norms.

➖ The importance of community and dialogue in yoga practice.

Find her new book, Yoga As Embodied Resistance: A Feminist Lens in Caste, Gender And Sacred Resilience in Yoga History, and join her upcoming reading circle HERE

Anjali on IG HERE

I really enjoyed receiving more contextual history and thought-provoking research presented by Anjali, and mostly her passion for sharing knowledge. I know you will take away something to contemplate in your positionality in the yoga world, as well as in your personal relationship with the broad and diverse teachings of yoga.

in oneness,

Bobbi

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