Off The Mat with Katarina Rayburn: Exploring Dharma, Building Community + Living Yoga

🎙️ Episode DescriptionWelcome back to Off the Mat Podcast! In this episode, I chat with Katarina Rayburn, owner of Kindred Yoga Studio in Southeast London. We spoke all about Kat's inspiring journey from acting to becoming the incredible yogi she now is - starting a studio, teaching teachers, filling multiple international retreats and more. We explore deep themes like finding your dharma or purpose, the ultimate goal of yoga, and how to integrate yoga practices into daily life. This episode also dives into the practical aspects of yoga teacher training, retreats, and creating a vibrant yoga community. Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this conversation is filled with insights and motivation.📚 Resources Mentioned 📚Yoga Journal podcast - specifically episodes about philosophyThe Bhagavad GitaPatanjali’s Yoga Sutra’s👇 Connect with Kat@[email protected] (retreats, workshops, teacher trainings)⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️00:00 Introduction00:13 Guest Introduction: Katarina Rayburn01:34 Guided Meditation with Kat07:32 Kat's Journey into Yoga08:25 From Acting to Yoga Teaching15:50 Starting Kindred Yoga Studio22:51 The Concept of Dharma26:55 Reflecting on Personal Growth Through Journalling29:06 Exploring the Deeper Meaning of Yoga33:30 Understanding Ancient Yogic Concepts38:04 Integrating Yoga into Daily Life41:43 The Essence of Yoga Retreats47:00 Final Flow