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The podcast for yoga teachers centered around important conversations for yoga teachers to discuss, reflect, and implement. From class planning to business strategy, these conversations help yoga teachers build the business that will help keep them teaching long-term and with a sustainable income.
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Designed to share yoga teaching related topics in the areas of technique as well as personal and professional development. Think of it like having a cup of tea and a chat with a colleague yoga teacher! Music used with artist permission: https://johnbartmann.com/faq
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Listen to heartfelt and heart wrenching stories of real people from the early days of the 3HO Kundalini Yoga Community, those born into it, and those converted or influenced by the “Teachings” in the last 50 years of “light-washing” the truth. These are the stories you haven’t heard. The untold truths and abuses that have infused into the consciousness of the Healthy, Happy and Holy Community of KundaliniYoga globally. gurunischan.substack.com
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The HBO Documentary Series 'Breath of Fire' is making its mark and causing a ripple effect into the Kundalini Yoga world. Tune into another episode to hear about the latest damage control letter sent out by the CEO of the Kundalini Yoga Research Institute (KRI) to Kundalini Yoga Associations & Ashrams worldwide. Conversations You Can Feel is a read…
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Get your notebook for this one, because you’re going to want to take notes. I walk you through the tested and proven blueprint for how to become a confident yoga teacher. At the end of the episode, I offer you more in my e book. Get it using this link: https://barebonesyoga.lpages.co/the-bare-bones-yoga-guide-to-incredible-yoga-teaching/…
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What is functional freeze? Functional freeze is also known as freeze or the freeze state, and is a response of the autonomic nervous system that happens when you perceive a threat, but feel powerless to act. Unlike the fight or flight response, which prompts action, functional freeze immobilizes the body causing a sense of paralysis or "stuckness."…
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In today’s episode, you’ll meet Sage Rountree, PhD, E-RYT500, former endurance sports coach and the author of 10 books on yoga, training and teaching. In this episode, Sage and I cover a variety of topics in both the areas of teaching yoga as well as the business of yoga. We even cover some things that are often on the minds of yoga teachers but ra…
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This is a very special episode because I think we all need some strategies right about now! Get your journal and jot these down! Whether you're listening for the first time or you've come back to this episode when you have a chance to sit for a moment, this list of strategies to help soothe your nervous system & can be utilized whenever you need th…
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We breathe without thinking about it and as yoga teachers, we know that there is an entire practice devoted to the study and practice of the breath. In this episode, meet Isabel Tew, yoga teacher and creator of “Breath Cards,” a wonderful resource for yoga teachers and practitioners alike to learn all about the breath and different techniques you c…
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Shoulder injuries make me think of a lack of range of motion and overhead shoulder movement. I've been reflecting on a few times when I had shoulder issues myself and couldn't lift my arm overhead. Frozen shoulder was by far the worst because it was persistent pain over an extended period of time, which of course affected my personal practice and m…
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Rodolfo Caro, formerly Bhajanjeet Singh became a Kundalini Yoga instructor in 2004 and integrated his home, family and spa business into the lifestyle brand of promoting KY and Sikh Dharma over the next 18 years in Guadalajara Mexico. He was even a Board Member of the International KundaliniYogaTeacher Association of Mexico until 2018 when he began…
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In this episode, I have more questions from teachers that I want to answer that center around students feeling frustrated or irritated with their practice and how you as a teacher can help them. Just as a side note. I realized as questions were coming in, how they were similar in themes, these questions are about the energy that students give off i…
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Rodolfo Caro (formerly Bhajanjeet Singh) became a KY instructor in 2004 and integrated his home, family and spa business into the lifestyle brand of promoting KY and Sikh Dharma over the next 18 years in Guadalajara Mexico. He was even a IKYTA Mexico board member until 2018 when he began to disconnect from his local sangat community because of inco…
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I put the call out to my mailing list for yoga teachers with inspiring stories and was thrilled Crissy responded. She’s a long time yoga teacher with a wealth of experience and she also went through the challenge of a breast cancer diagnosis in 2020. In this episode, we talk about how surviving cancer has changed her as a person and as a yoga teach…
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In recent episodes I've been talking a lot about pain, injuries and the nervous system a lot. That's because I believe it's such an important topic to discuss. Because you're a movement teacher it's important that you take responsibility for knowing and understanding how the human body moves, how it gets injured, and how students experience pain in…
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In episodes, 38 and 39. I shared different specific exercises for you to teach your students whether it's in a group setting or a one-on-one private setting to help them feel and notice and learn to regulate their nervous systems. Although we can't really physically see or know for sure if an exercise is working, we can get feedback from students r…
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I interviewed Kat on the show before and I wanted to have her back on to talk specifically about energy healing and a specific technique called Akashic Records readings. She recently did a session with me and I was amazed at how much of what she said resonated. In this episode, we cover some of the basics of energy readings, talk about what it mean…
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Today I have an interview with Diana May, who is a self-proclaimed in it for life Yogi. Her goal is to help you build a more loving relationship with your body. She uses a holistic approach to wellness through yoga & somatic experiencing. As a full-time yoga teacher, since 2009, she has worked with students with unique bodies and experiences. She u…
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Learning various strategies on how to target and influence this complex system of pain can be essential for how you might speak with students and teach students who are managing pain and injuries. In the last episode, I shared specific exercises and techniques, including diaphragmatic breathing, mindfulness, meditation, guided imagery, and more. Th…
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Most yoga teachers tell me they believe that learning anatomy is hard. What I’ve always known is that when you learn it in a particular way, step by step, with regular testing of what you’ve learned, it’s much easier and you get better results. In this episode, I review the science of learning and how you can apply it to learning anatomy. The conte…
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The nervous system plays a pivotal role in reducing pain, and as you and your students journey through the maze of managing it, know that it's worth understanding, so that you can have handy tips and strategies in your toolkit. Understanding how to target this complex system can be a game changer. It can influence how you might speak with & teach y…
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Pain is a complex and often misunderstood experience because it doesn't always correlate directly with tissue damage. Instead, pain is influenced by the nervous system, emotions and psychological factors, which can cause people to experience significant discomfort, even when there's little to no physical injury present. Graded exposure therapy offe…
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When you think about having a more positive attitude, being more confident and having a more powerful mindset, do you think about how your brain plays a role in this? In this episode, you’ll learn about neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to change in response to experience, and how to leverage it to be the yoga teacher of your dreams. This episod…
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The study of pain has seen significant developments in recent years shifting our understanding of pain from a purely physical symptom to a complex multifaceted experience that involves the nervous system, psychological factors and social conditions. As a yoga teacher, it's important to understand that asana, stretching, strengthening, and movement …
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This episode will walk you through how to develop a growth plan that’ll have you teaching confidently and authentically. I’ll share the steps to take, what signs to look for and offer you a chance to get some free one on one coaching so that you can have a plan in place that will help you move forward.…
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When working with students who are under the care of healthcare professionals, it's imperative that you're diligent about communicating effectively with them and their medical professionals. It should be a goal of yours that the yoga practice complements the student's overall treatment plan, especially if you're working with private clients. I have…
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In this episode, you’ll meet Kelly Smith, Founder of Yoga for You. Kelly is an RYT-500 Hour and YA Continuing Education Provider. She hosts two podcasts and is the author of two books as well as a yoga teacher educator, hosting trainings all over the world. Kelly was on the show in November in 2021 and in this episode, she shares more about her bac…
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This is part 2 of Injuries Associated with More Basic Anatomy Terms that I introduced you to in episode 32, titled More Anatomy Terms You Should Know. In the last episode (number 33) we went over injuries and conditions in your bones, bony landmarks, retinaculum, arteries & veins and it started to get a little long. Therefore, I decided not to over…
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In today’s episode, I share the results of a study on hip flexors and it’s relevance to you when you’re teaching and I also share 6 ways to up level as a yoga teacher (if you’re ready). The study I refer to is here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7922112/ DM me your questions on my Instagram, @barebonesyoga…
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In this episode I'm going to jump back into the Additional Basic Anatomy Terms You Should Know from Episode 32 and walk you through the types of injuries that are specific to each of those terms. As a quick reminder, we'll cover bones, bony landmarks, retinaculum, arteries & veins, bursa, lymph nodes and nerves. I'm going to explain more of what ty…
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This is a special three part episode for new yoga teachers only. It’s for you if you’ve graduated from a 200 hour training and you’ve been teaching 6 months or less and you have at least one paid class on your schedule. I’m going to walk you through a strategy for help you build your confidence and skill faster than you can do it on your own and wi…
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We've been diving into the world of anatomy lately and there's so much new information about the human body that we're learning every single day. But don't you worry about that, I got you! I've created so many different ways to help yoga teachers learn anatomy in bite size, easy to understand ways so that the feeling of overwhelmed does not consume…
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When you’re teaching and you notice a student is out of alignment, how do you give a corrective cue that can help them come into better alignment? What’s the framework you use? In this episode, I share with you an approach to giving corrective cues that will allow you to clearly guide your students into the poses. I also cover sequencing and mindse…
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In today’s episode, you’ll learn about pelvic positioning and how to cue to it in different yoga poses along with how to teach Downward Dog, Plank and Low Plank in a way that helps your students integrate other muscles into the pose so they are in better alignment. Listen until the end for a special opportunity for eligible yoga teachers.…
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In today’s episode, I cover how to teach Crow pose, the anatomy behind it and how to create a sequence with Crow as the peak pose. You’ll also catch a mindset lesson about re-framing negative thoughts that will help empower you and boost your confidence. Stay tuned until the end so you don’t miss a special Summer offer!…
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In this episode, let's jump back into those basic terms from Episode 29 and talk through the types of injuries that are specific to each of those terms. To jog your memory, we'll cover muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia & connective tissue, a brief recap of proprioception (because there's an entire episode dedicated to it), and finally interocepti…
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In today’s show, learn about the rotator cuff muscle group and how to apply it to your teaching. You’ll also learn how to build a sequence that focuses on shoulder opening (external rotation) and what benefits you can share with your students about this movement. In this episode, I also share some new and exciting details of my new Certification Pr…
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The short answer is yes! Now let's talk about how. Proprioception often referred to as your body's sixth sense. It's your innate ability to perceive the position, movement, and action of your body parts in space, without having to look at them. This complex sensory feedback system involves receptors located in the muscles, tendons, and joints that …
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Anatomy can feel overwhelming at times. I mean, it might seem like there's so much information to learn. Honestly, there is so much new information about the human body that we're learning every single day. But I love teaching anatomy and have taught anatomy in numerous yoga teacher trainings. In this episode we'll cover the following terms: Anatom…
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On today’s show, you’ll meet Monica Bright, an experienced yoga teacher and teacher trainer who shares her philosophy and teaching method. Monica and I connected recently and I was so impressed with her background that I invited her on the show. We cover a number of teaching topics from cueing to sequencing, anatomy to mindset. Monica talks about h…
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I believe with my whole heart that it's not enough to only create sequences and themes for classes. You should know & have a basic understanding of how the poses and transitions are affecting the students' bodies. And I think you're doing a disservice to your students if you don't study anatomy. If an injured student shows up to class and you have …
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In today’s episode, you’ll meet the authors of an amazing new book on sound healing, Jessica Cross and Julie Afsahi. Julie and Jessica wrote Seasons of Sound to share the benefits of using sound as part of a yoga practice. As yoga teachers, they incorporate sound via instruments into their classes as well as offer trainings so teachers can learn ho…
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Instead of being a place for mental peace in personal growth, yoga becomes another source of societal pressure. One way the hypersexualization of yoga harms students is via their mental and emotional wellbeing. The pressure to match idealized images can lead to anxiety, stress, and even eating disorders, and this is especially worrying. Students tu…
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Here we are at a milestone for my podcast! If this is your first episode or you’ve been listening for years, thank you so much for taking the time to catch this special episode! In it, I share mindset tips and some of the best frameworks I’ve developed over the years to help you be an empowered, confident yoga teacher. AND, at the end, I share a sp…
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All levels yoga classes do not benefit the student! There, I said it! I've struggled with the way that yoga has been commodified here in the west, we've changed the practice into this fitness routine. It's a "Get in, get on your mat, work hard, sweat it out, get out and shuffle in the next class" environment. And it's madness. In this episode, I'll…
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On today’s show, hear my conversation with voice coach, Tracy Goodwin. I’m familiar with Tracy because of her work with one of my business mentors and as soon as I heard her speak, I knew I wanted to have her on the show. Her work with people to help them find their true voice is so applicable to yoga teaching. For over 30 years, Tracy Goodwin has …
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Do you use social media for work - to share your classes or any other offerings? Have you ever felt like social media blurred the lines between your personal and professional boundaries? Sharing glimpses of your personal life can foster connection and relate-ability with your audience, but it can also lead to a loss of privacy and a sense of consta…
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In today’s show, you’ll meet Amber Hagberg, Yoga Teacher, Podcast Host and Entrepreneur. It’s Amber’s second time on the show; the first time she was on the show was in July of 2021- link to that episode is here: https://barebonesyoga.podbean.com/e/139/ In today’s conversation, she shares the many things she’s been up to over the past three years, …
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