Everything But The Lesson Plan

Yoga Outside the Mat: Living the Practice Daily


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Yoga is more than poses — it’s a philosophy for living.

In this episode of Everything But The Lesson Plan, Franchesca Thompson sits down with yoga instructor and mindfulness coach Chanda Floyd-Bryant to explore how yogic principles like mindfulness, self-compassion, and intentional breathing can transform daily life.

Together they discuss stress, healing, emotional resilience, and how educators and everyday people can bring yoga into their lives — even if they never step on a mat.

This conversation is honest, reflective, and full of practical wisdom for anyone navigating a busy and overwhelming world.


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About Chanda Floyd-Bryant

Chanda Floyd‑Bryant is a trauma‑informed mindfulness coach, communications strategist, and experiential curator with over two decades of work at the intersection of media, branding, and community healing. Rooted in lived experience and professional practice, her work centers on helping individuals and communities move from dysregulation to balance, clarity, and wholeness through mindfulness‑based, compassionate approaches. 

She is the founder of Be Genuine Be Kind, Inc., where she integrates practices such as breathwork, meditation, yoga, and somatic awareness to support emotional resilience and self‑regulation. Chanda’s background in broadcast journalism and engagement strategy informs her ability to create safe, affirming spaces for learning and transformation. Her work is guided by a deep commitment to dignity, connection, and the belief that healing is possible for everyone.

*Social Media: @begenuinebekind (IG, TT, FB)


About Franchesca Thompson

Franchesca Thompson is the owner of Thrive12 and host of Everything But The Lesson Plan. With a passion for supporting teachers in and out of the classroom, she shares real stories, resources, and conversations that inspire educators to thrive personally and professionally.

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