EPISODE · Jun 10, 2026 · 56 MIN
Can Catholics Do Yoga? A 20-Year Yoga Teacher Reveals What She Was Really Teaching (And Why She Quit)
from Made Good · host The Catholic Nutritionist
This might be one of the most controversial topics for Christian women but we're opening the conversation because your soul matters most.In this episode, Florencia sits down with Linda Carl — a certified yoga instructor and Reiki master for 20 years — who walked away from it all and expose what's really happening behind the "it's just a good stretch" myth.If you've ever wondered whether you can do yoga as a Catholic, this is the conversation that gives you a clear answer — and the confidence to act on it.In this episode you'll learn:Why "it's just exercise" is the exact lie that keeps you spiritually trapped What yoga is really about (according to Hindu's)The most dangerous type of yoga The hidden meaning behind sun salutations, warrior poses, and "downward dog"Why "nothing bad has ever happened to me" is the most dangerous thing you can believe — and Linda's two-word responseExactly which stretches are safe and which to drop todayThe journaling prayer to bring to adoration this week if you're struggling to let it goIf you are someone who actively goes to yoga classes, be open to hearing this conversation!Mentioned in this episode:Yoga Unveiled: My Spiritual Journey from Darkness to Light by Linda CarlThe Exorcist Files — Yoga Episode 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes that help you grow in your faith, honor the body God gave you, and live well.👉 Loved this episode? Share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us spread the message of God's healing and goodness.CONNECT WITH LINDA:Find Linda on InstagramCONNECT WITH FLORENCIA:Apply to The Made Good Method and Work With Our TeamFollow on InstagramWebsite
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This might be one of the most controversial topics for Christian women but we're opening the conversation because your soul matters most.In this episode, Florencia sits down with Linda Carl — a certified yoga instructor and Reiki master for 20 years — who walked away from it all and expose what's really happening behind the "it's just a good stretch" myth.If you've ever wondered whether you can do yoga as a Catholic, this is the conversation that gives you a clear answer — and the confidence to act on it.In this episode you'll learn:Why "it's just exercise" is the exact lie that keeps you spiritually trapped What yoga is really about (according to Hindu's)The most dangerous type of yoga The hidden meaning behind sun salutations, warrior poses, and "downward dog"Why "nothing bad has ever happened to me" is the most dangerous thing you can believe — and Linda's two-word responseExactly which stretches are safe and which to drop todayThe journaling prayer to bring to adoration this week if you're struggling to let it goIf you are someone who actively goes to yoga classes, be open to hearing this conversation!Mentioned in this episode:Yoga Unveiled: My Spiritual Journey from Darkness to Light by Linda CarlThe Exorcist Files — Yoga Episode 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes that help you grow in your faith, honor the body God gave you, and live well.👉 Loved this episode? Share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us spread the message of God's healing and goodness.CONNECT WITH LINDA:Find Linda on InstagramCONNECT WITH FLORENCIA:Apply to The Made Good Method and Work With Our TeamFollow on InstagramWebsite
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Can Catholics Do Yoga? A 20-Year Yoga Teacher Reveals What She Was Really Teaching (And Why She Quit)
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