OTM006 - The Eight Limbs of Yoga

What is yoga beyond the poses?In this episode of Off the Mat, Frank and Ashley explore the Eight Limbs of Yoga from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali — a foundational framework that extends far beyond physical movement and into ethics, breathwork, meditation, self-study, and spiritual awareness.The conversation begins with honest reflections on anxiety, “dark nights of the soul,” and how yoga can become a grounding tool during difficult seasons of life. From there, Frank and Ashley break down the Yamas and Niyamas — yoga’s ethical and personal observances — in a deeply relatable and practical way.They discuss:Self-talk and nonviolence toward ourselvesTruthfulness and the emotional weight of dishonestyParenting, autonomy, and “not stealing” from othersThe challenge of contentment in modern lifeDiscipline vs. burnoutMeditation, awareness, and the fluctuation of the mindWhy yoga is much more than physical posturesThis episode offers an approachable introduction to yogic philosophy while keeping the conversation grounded, humorous, and deeply human.Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/offthematpod