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EPISODE · Jan 23, 2026 · 39 MIN

Is Yoga a Spiritual Trap? | Dive Deep with Mike Shreve

from The Real Life Radio Show® · host Anh Le

In this Dive Deep conversation, former Yoga Guru and author Mike Shreve shares his controversial perspective on the origins of yoga, explaining why he believes yoga is far more than physical exercise. Mike breaks down: The Hindu spiritual foundations of yoga How yoga postures are historically connected to Hindu deities Why he believes yoga is a form of worship, not wellness Why he strongly advises Christians and spiritual seekers to avoid yoga The difference between stretching and spiritual practices This episode challenges popular beliefs about mindfulness, fitness, and spirituality. Whether you agree or disagree, this conversation will force you to think deeply about what yoga really represents and the spiritual implications behind it. ⚠️ This video presents Mike Shreve’s personal beliefs and experiences. Our goal is open dialogue, critical thinking, and honest discussion. 👉 Watch till the end — this is not a surface-level conversation. 📌 Subscribe for more Dive Deep conversations on spirituality, truth, and awakening. #YogaTruth #MikeShreve #YogaOrigins #SpiritualAwakening #TruthExposed #IsYogaSpiritual #HinduOriginsOfYoga #YogaAndChristianity #SpiritualDiscernment #DiveDeepPodcast IF YOU WAN TO GIVE YOUR LIFE TO CHIRST OR JUST DID FILL OUT THE FORM IN THE POPUP ON OUR WEBSITE www.therealliferadioshow.com DONATE TO OUR MINISTRY https://give.therealliferadioshow.com/home SEE IF YOU CAN BE ON OUR RADIO SHOW TO SHARE YOUR TESTIMONY https://audition.therealliferadioshow.com/home HAVE ANH SPEAK AT YOUR CHURCH OR OTHER https://www.therealliferadioshow.com/home Follow The Real Life Radio Show on all our platforms! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealliferadioshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealliferadioshow/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheRealLifeRad1 Our Website: https://www.therealliferadioshow.com/home Listen to our radio show on any listening platform Podbeam: https://realliferadioshow.podbean.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Pn67VbiX1DpCcZ3cPPjKu?si=82b5007bd7fe4588 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-real-life-radio-show-with-evangelist-anh-le/id1731385065 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/61171508-7b9e-46c5-a2b1-d0e1a5742b9b/the-real-life-radio-show-with... Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-real-life-radio-show-with-evangelist-anh-le/PC:77310 iheart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-real-life-radio-show-w-91843029/

In this Dive Deep conversation, former Yoga Guru and author Mike Shreve shares his controversial perspective on the origins of yoga, explaining why he believes yoga is far more than physical exercise. Mike breaks down: The Hindu spiritual foundations of yoga How yoga postures are historically connected to Hindu deities Why he believes yoga is a form of worship, not wellness Why he strongly advises Christians and spiritual seekers to avoid yoga The difference between stretching and spiritual practices This episode challenges popular beliefs about mindfulness, fitness, and spirituality. Whether you agree or disagree, this conversation will force you to think deeply about what yoga really represents and the spiritual implications behind it. ⚠️ This video presents Mike Shreve’s personal beliefs and experiences. Our goal is open dialogue, critical thinking, and honest discussion. 👉 Watch till the end — this is not a surface-level conversation. 📌 Subscribe for more Dive Deep conversations on spirituality, truth, and awakening. #YogaTruth #MikeShreve #YogaOrigins #SpiritualAwakening #TruthExposed #IsYogaSpiritual #HinduOriginsOfYoga #YogaAndChristianity #SpiritualDiscernment #DiveDeepPodcast IF YOU WAN TO GIVE YOUR LIFE TO CHIRST OR JUST DID FILL OUT THE FORM IN THE POPUP ON OUR WEBSITE www.therealliferadioshow.com DONATE TO OUR MINISTRY https://give.therealliferadioshow.com/home SEE IF YOU CAN BE ON OUR RADIO SHOW TO SHARE YOUR TESTIMONY https://audition.therealliferadioshow.com/home HAVE ANH SPEAK AT YOUR CHURCH OR OTHER https://www.therealliferadioshow.com/home Follow The Real Life Radio Show on all our platforms! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealliferadioshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealliferadioshow/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheRealLifeRad1 Our Website: https://www.therealliferadioshow.com/home Listen to our radio show on any listening platform Podbeam: https://realliferadioshow.podbean.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Pn67VbiX1DpCcZ3cPPjKu?si=82b5007bd7fe4588 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-real-life-radio-show-with-evangelist-anh-le/id1731385065 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/61171508-7b9e-46c5-a2b1-d0e1a5742b9b/the-real-life-radio-show-with... Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-real-life-radio-show-with-evangelist-anh-le/PC:77310 iheart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-real-life-radio-show-w-91843029/

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