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Welcome to this episode of Herbalism Uncensored featuring Andrew Royal Dugas, co-founder of Yoga Better Studio. In this episode, we dive deep into the philosophy of individualized progress, the importance of honesty, and the role of invention in yoga. Andrew shares his journey from traditional to innovative practices, emphasizing the need to feel our bodies, measure personal progress, and stay optimistic in our health journeys.

Andrew also speaks about his forthcoming book, There is No Pose: The Yoga Better Movement Manual which aims to document his extensive knowledge in yoga and human movement.

Join us as we discuss the non specifics of right and wrong in practice, the power of gratitude and optimism, and the wisdom of recognizing our own ignorance.

00:00 Introduction to Herbalism Uncensored

02:10 Meet Our Special Guest: Andrew Royal Dugas

04:05 The Philosophy of Yoga Better

07:24 The Importance of Honesty in Yoga Practice

08:13 Personal Stories and Experiences

10:42 Redefining Traditional Yoga

13:15 The Evolution of Yoga Practices

16:49 Understanding Anatomy and Avoiding Injuries

27:39 The Concept of Betterment in Health

32:54 Setting Goals and Measuring Progress

45:03 The Importance of Joy in Achieving Goals

46:35 Measuring Progress with Quantifiable Goals

48:37 The Challenge of Asking for What You Want

50:20 The Power of Vulnerability and Honesty

53:46 Embracing Discomfort for Growth

01:27:15 The Role of Optimism and Gratitude in Health

01:31:21 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More

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