Mary Taylor and Richard Freeman join us to share timeless insights exploring how impermanence and interconnectedness form the foundation of a meaningful life. With wisdom rooted in years of spiritual practice, they reflect on the paradox of happiness – not as something to chase but as a natural state revealed through presence and self-awareness.

Our conversation invites us to look beyond rigid structures and external validations, embracing tools like meditation and community to uncover the essence of joy. It’s not about perfection or mastery but about showing up for the practice of being present with ourselves and others. In this shared space of connection, we find the courage to hold life’s grief and beauty side by side.

Through their reflections, Richard and Mary remind us that happiness is not static but a living tradition within us, nurtured by intention and care.

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The lineage of Ashtanga has always been a living tradition carried forward by devoted practitioners. But what happens when the Guru who once held the lineage are no longer present? Without an Acharya to guide us, the responsibility shifts to each of us – to show up, to practice, and to nurture the teachings within ourselves.

And it’s not about perfection or mastery. It’s about presence. The simple act of stepping onto the mat, even amidst doubt or difficulty, keeps the fire of the tradition alive. Through practice, we honor not only the teachers who came before but also the community and future generations who will carry the lineage forward.

Perhaps the greatest contribution we can make is to trust in the practice itself. By staying consistent and cultivating fertile ground within, we allow the teachings to flourish ensuring their vitality for years to come.

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Ashtanga Yoga is more than a personal ritual - it’s a living tradition carried forward by generations of teachers and students. Those who came before us made sacrifices to do so and as yogis, we share a responsibility in keeping the lineage alive.

So in this episode, we explore what it means to honor our teachers. Not through idolization, but by asking: How do we sustain a lineage that has given us so much, even amidst personal loss and change? What can we learn from those who sacrificed everything to preserve these teachings?

This conversation invites us to look within, embrace the urgency of the moment, and recommit to our practice as an act of devotion and gratitude. Through stories, reflections, and timeless wisdom, we find inspiration to step onto the mat again and again, trusting that yoga will guide us forward, as it always has throughout the lineage.

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Ashtanga Yoga reminds us that practice is not about perfection, it’s about presence. And while this truth features throughout life’s ups and downs, let’s take a moment to reflect on this through the lens of accessibility. There is, after all, great power in offering adaptations that make the practice available to all bodies and abilities…

And what does it mean to stay connected to practice through aging, injury, or self-doubt anyway? How can accessibility deepen - not dilute - our connection to the essence of yoga? This conversation invites us to embrace the transformative power of breath, movement, and intention, discovering that the perfect body for practice is simply the one we have today.

Let’s celebrate, together, accessible Ashtanga Yoga and the resilience it inspires, both on and off the mat.

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While our practice connects us to a lineage of timeless teachings, its essence is deeply personal and woven into our breath, our movement, and our awareness. It’s here within this space that we begin to understand the true source of the practice - our being - and the resilience it cultivates both on and off the mat. 

Yet, the journey is not always easy. Life’s challenges whether physical, emotional, or circumstantial often test our dedication to this presence. And so, this episode explores the hidden knowledge beneath the surface of everyday distractions, urging us to recommit to practice even amidst challenges. With patience and faith, we learn that the seeds of yoga - when tended with care - can grow into the firm ground of transformation guiding us through life's impermanence and uncertainty.

What keeps you returning to the mat? Together we reflect on the effort and grace required to sustain the practice and honor the lineage that grounds us.

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As we honor the life and teachings of Sharath Jois, we are reminded of the deep roots and enduring spirit of the Mysore yoga tradition. This episode invites us to reflect on the profound relationship between teacher and student – a connection built on humility, surrender, and a flow of wisdom passed through generations.

Grief, like yoga, requires us to sit with discomfort, to embrace impermanence, and to find strength within ourselves and our communities. Through this shared loss, this memorial guides us in exploring how the light of the lineage shines brightest when carried forward with gratitude and reverence.

Let us come together to hold space for healing, honor Sharath Jois’s legacy, and celebrate the path of yoga. 

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As Lebanon endures yet another wave of conflict, Hala speaks candidly about the heartbreak of leaving her homeland to protect her young son while holding fast to her role as a guide and healer for her community. Her journey reminds us that yoga is a practice far beyond the mat – it’s a call to connect, to serve, and to hold space even in the most difficult of times.

In this conversation, Hala opens a window into the life of Lebanon’s vibrant, yet fragile, yoga community. She describes the ongoing work of providing meals, essentials, and a compassionate presence for displaced families, emphasizing that real change often begins in taking care of one another.

As we listen, Hala’s story invites us to consider our own role in cultivating peace – both within and beyond. This is a powerful reminder of the resilience, compassion, and unwavering hope that yoga can inspire, no matter the circumstances.

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Yoga is an invitation to meet ourselves just as we are, embracing both the ease of sukha and the discomfort of dukkha with presence and patience. It’s a practice that calls us to observe the fluctuations of the mind – our desire for comfort, our resistance to pain – and, through each cycle of breath, to cultivate a quiet resilience that meets both without reaction.

Much like life’s trials, yoga also asks us not to escape struggle but to soften into it; to find calm not by denying difficulty but by welcoming it with grace. Each breath, each moment on the mat, is a reminder of impermanence - a gentle guide urging us to let go of attachment and rest in acceptance.

But this journey doesn’t end with our own growth. Each time we come to the mat, we contribute to a shared peace that ripples beyond ourselves, inviting compassion and unity for all beings. So, join us today as we breathe, honoring the timeless connection that we share.

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Perfection is enchanting—but it promises an end destination that doesn’t exist. Yoga, if you listen carefully, asks us to turn inward, embracing tapas - disciplined effort - not as a demand for perfection but as a gentle guide through life's ups and downs. 

Let’s be humbled by the reminder that yoga is not a performance after all. It’s a daily ritual that meets us exactly where we are. It’s a letting go of comparisons, whether to others or our past selves. And through the heat of disciplined practice, we burn away our inner obstacles, confront our inertia, and find solace in the simple act of standing on the mat with breath, body, and mind.

So without perfection, what does success look like in our practice? It’s through tapas we discover the quiet strength that lies within. This is the heart of yoga—a transformative journey that asks us to meet ourselves every single day.

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In a world where we often seek certainty, clear answers, and the comfort of knowing, yoga offers a humbling reminder: truth is rarely as simple as it seems. It’s in this awareness of our behavioral patterns we can take the opportunity to question our reality…

Or maybe we don’t get a choice. It’s easy to assume that our view of the world is objective but by returning again and again to our mats, the spaciousness we create will show us that our minds are constantly filtering, predicting, and reshaping what we see based on past experiences and ingrained patterns. 

So what do we do when the construct of our mind is in question? Satya invites us to step into the uncomfortable space of not knowing—to acknowledge that our perceptions are often skewed and our truths subjective. 

Satya can lead us closer to authenticity, greater self-awareness, and a profound connection to the truth that transcends our individual experience. This is not just about practising on the mat but learning to navigate the world with a heart open to all that we don’t yet understand.

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