Keen on Yoga Podcast

Divya shares her unique journey through yoga, from childhood in the UK to her professional practice, and her insights on yoga's role in managing health conditions like endometriosis.
Main Topics
·       Divya's childhood and cultural background
·       Her first encounter with yoga in London
·       The evolution of her yoga practice and teaching
·       Her experience with endometriosis and yoga's role in management
·       The philosophy of yoga and its relevance today
·       Misconceptions about yoga and its purpose
·       The importance of context and individual approach in yoga practice
·       Her insights on yoga's spiritual and secular aspects
Connect with Divya
Instagram - @Yoga Divya
Website – https://yogawithdivya.co.uk/
Divya's book Finding Peace in Difficult Times https://amzn.eu/d/0drg7ZPc
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Apple podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keen-on-yoga-podcast/id1509303411
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Adam shares his personal journey with yoga, lessons learned, and what he would do differently in his practice and teaching. This episode offers valuable insights for practitioners at all levels.
 
 
Key  Topics
 
·      Personal lessons from decades of yoga practice
·      Importance of listening to your body and teachers
·      The role of variation and rest in training
·      The significance of understanding yoga's roots and context
·      Balancing physical practice with mental and emotional growth
·      Listening more to teachers while maintaining critical insight
·      Incorporating more variation and rest days in practice
·      Starting strength training earlier for joint stability
·      Focusing on fundamentals and inner mechanics of asanas
·      Cultivating outside interests and broader context of yoga
·      Being honest about limits and avoiding over-pushing
·      Less reliance on Mysore trips and social media for growth
·      Teaching with more individual focus and adaptability
·      Recognizing the importance of inner connection beyond asana
·      Appreciating the life-changing impact of yoga 
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Richard Rosen shares his personal journey with Parkinson's disease, how yoga has helped him cope, and the importance of adapting practice to life's challenges. A candid discussion on acceptance, resilience, and the therapeutic power of yoga.
Main Topics: 
·      Richard Rosen's experience with Parkinson's disease
·      How yoga can help cope with health challenges
·      Adapting yoga practice for different stages of Parkinson's
·      The role of acceptance and patience in dealing with illness
·      The mental and physical benefits of ongoing yoga practice
·      The importance of awareness and mindfulness in health management
·      Richard Rosen's poetry and reflections on life and aging
Connect with Richard
Instagram - @richardrosenyoga
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This episode explores the history, culture, and evolving practices of Mysore in the context of Ashtanga Yoga. The host shares personal experiences and insights into the significance of Mysore as a spiritual and community hub for practitioners worldwide.
Key  Topics
·      History and significance of Mysore in Ashtanga Yoga
·      Personal experiences practicing in Mysore with Pattabhi Joice and Sharath
·      The evolution of the Mysore practice and community dynamics
·      The role of authority, lineage, and myth in yoga traditions
·      The impact of modern practices and global spread of Ashtanga
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A panel of renowned yoga teachers and scholars discuss the evolution of yoga, its core principles, and its social and political implications in the modern world. They explore embodiment, awareness, tradition, and the future of yoga practice. Adam hosts Daniel Simpson, Mary Paffard, Richard Rosen and Rodney Yee for a dynamic and interesting chat.
Main Topics:
·      The shift from disembodiment to embodiment in modern yoga
·      The role of awareness and self-perception in yoga practice
·      Historical perspectives on yoga's transcendental and pragmatic aspects
·      Social and political responsibilities of yoga practitioners
·      The influence of Western ideas and technology on yoga's evolution
·      Importance of community and mentorship in yoga education
·      The impact of colonialism and globalization on yoga traditions
·      Potential of AI and new technologies as tools for yoga and self-awareness
CONNECT WITH
Daniel Simpson
New Book: https://www.danielsimpson.info/books/the-evolution-of-modern-yoga
Year-long course: https://truthofyoga.com/p/knowledge26
Mary Paffard
Website:  https://www.maryyoga.com/
Cuba Collaboration:  https://yogava.org/ 
Recent articles about the current situation there: https://yogava.org/crisis26   
Richard Rosen
Instagram: @richardrosenyoga
Rodney Yee
Instagram: @rodneyyeeyoga
Website: https://www.rodneyyeeyoga.com/
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