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EPISODE · Mar 6, 2026 · 1H 48M

The Science of Yoga & Ayurveda: Doshas, Chakras, Breathwork & Emotional Release - STP 71

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Let us know what you thought of the episode!To watch the full YouTube video visit: @spiritualteacherschannel on YouTube!In this deep dive conversation, Petr and Dr. Christie explore the transformative power of Yin Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Ayurveda, Chakras, Mantras, and Reiki Healing — and how these ancient practices regulate emotions, balance body types, and promote spiritual awakening.Discover how different yoga styles affect Kapha, Pitta, and Vata doshas, why Yin Yoga unlocks deep fascia and emotional trauma, and how breathwork like Ujjayi Pranayama activates the parasympathetic nervous system to reduce anxiety and stress.We explore:The emotional release power of long-held Yin posesHow Bikram Yoga benefits Kapha body typesWhy heat can aggravate PittaChakra healing & endocrine system connectionMahamrittyunjaya Mantra for physical & spiritual healingReiki energy healing origins and principlesAyurveda’s approach to mental health & Manas PrakrutiMudras for emotional regulationKundalini Yoga and spiritual awakeningIf you're interested in: ✔️ Yoga for anxiety relief ✔️ Emotional trauma release ✔️ Ayurveda for mental health ✔️ Chakra healing explained ✔️ Reiki energy healing ✔️ Breathwork techniques ✔️ Spiritual transformation practicesTo connect with Dr. Christie Smirl:Website: https://www.healthiervibrations.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HealthierVibrationsAmazon:  https://a.co/d/j7Pj74lFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristieSmirl/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christiesmirl/To acquire ceremonial grade hape and other sacred medicines visit: www.yaguar.usTo purchase Shilajit from Lajit Gold:https://lajitgold.com/?sca_ref=9175024.jSwYOVAubAM9PwUse coupon code: STP15 for a 15% discount!⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction & Yoga Styles Overview 02:15 – Yin Yoga vs Restorative Yoga Explained 05:40 – Bikram Yoga & Ayurvedic Body Types (Kapha & Pitta) 09:30 – Heat, Steam Rooms & Detoxification Discussion 12:20 – Yin Yoga & Deep Fascia Emotional Release 16:10 – Myofascial Unwinding & Trauma Memory Release 19:45 – Pigeon Pose & Chakra Activation 23:30 – Traditional Yoga Nidra vs Western Yoga Nidra 27:10 – Sanskrit Mantra Body Writing Practice 31:50 – Mudras & Elemental Finger Connections 35:00 – Kundalini Yoga: What Makes It Different? 40:15 – Teaching Yoga in Ayurvedic Medical Programs 45:20 – Ayurvedic Mental Health & Manas Prakruti 51:10 – Doshas & Emotional Dysregulation 55:30 – Breathwork for Anxiety (Ujjayi Explained) 59:40 – Mudras, Tongue & Eye Control Techniques 1:04:20 – Chakras & Endocrine System Connection 1:10:30 – Mahamrittyunjaya Mantra for Healing 1:14:15 – Reiki Origins & Dr. Usui’s Story 1:19:40 – Reiki for Anxiety & Spiritual Transformation 1:25:00 – Closing Reflections & 2026 Invitation🏷️ Tags:yin yoga emotional release, bikram yoga benefits, ayurveda mental health, kundalini awakening explained, chakra healing for beginners, reiki energy healing, ujjayi breath technique, yoga for anxiety relief, fascia trauma release yoga, ayurvedic doshas explained, kapha pitta vata yoga, spiritual awakening practices, mahamrityunjaya mantra healing, mudras for anxiety, parasympathetic activation breathwork, endocrine system chakras, yoga nidra traditional, ayurvedic lifestyle medicine, trauma release yoga, reiki spiritual transformationSupport the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let us know what you thought of the episode!To watch the full YouTube video visit: @spiritualteacherschannel on YouTube!In this deep dive conversation, Petr and Dr. Christie explore the transformative power of Yin Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Ayurveda, Chakras, Mantras, and Reiki Healing — and how these ancient practices regulate emotions, balance body types, and promote spiritual awakening.Discover how different yoga styles affect Kapha, Pitta, and Vata doshas, why Yin Yoga unlocks deep fascia and emotional trauma, and how breathwork like Ujjayi Pranayama activates the parasympathetic nervous system to reduce anxiety and stress.We explore:The emotional release power of long-held Yin posesHow Bikram Yoga benefits Kapha body typesWhy heat can aggravate PittaChakra healing & endocrine system connectionMahamrittyunjaya Mantra for physical & spiritual healingReiki energy healing origins and principlesAyurveda’s approach to mental health & Manas PrakrutiMudras for emotional regulationKundalini Yoga and spiritual awakeningIf you're interested in: ✔️ Yoga for anxiety relief ✔️ Emotional trauma release ✔️ Ayurveda for mental health ✔️ Chakra healing explained ✔️ Reiki energy healing ✔️ Breathwork techniques ✔️ Spiritual transformation practicesTo connect with Dr. Christie Smirl:Website: https://www.healthiervibrations.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HealthierVibrationsAmazon:  https://a.co/d/j7Pj74lFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristieSmirl/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christiesmirl/To acquire ceremonial grade hape and other sacred medicines visit: www.yaguar.usTo purchase Shilajit from Lajit Gold:https://lajitgold.com/?sca_ref=9175024.jSwYOVAubAM9PwUse coupon code: STP15 for a 15% discount!⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction & Yoga Styles Overview 02:15 – Yin Yoga vs Restorative Yoga Explained 05:40 – Bikram Yoga & Ayurvedic Body Types (Kapha & Pitta) 09:30 – Heat, Steam Rooms & Detoxification Discussion 12:20 – Yin Yoga & Deep Fascia Emotional Release 16:10 – Myofascial Unwinding & Trauma Memory Release 19:45 – Pigeon Pose & Chakra Activation 23:30 – Traditional Yoga Nidra vs Western Yoga Nidra 27:10 – Sanskrit Mantra Body Writing Practice 31:50 – Mudras & Elemental Finger Connections 35:00 – Kundalini Yoga: What Makes It Different? 40:15 – Teaching Yoga in Ayurvedic Medical Programs 45:20 – Ayurvedic Mental Health & Manas Prakruti 51:10 – Doshas & Emotional Dysregulation 55:30 – Breathwork for Anxiety (Ujjayi Explained) 59:40 – Mudras, Tongue & Eye Control Techniques 1:04:20 – Chakras & Endocrine System Connection 1:10:30 – Mahamrittyunjaya Mantra for Healing 1:14:15 – Reiki Origins & Dr. Usui’s Story 1:19:40 – Reiki for Anxiety & Spiritual Transformation 1:25:00 – Closing Reflections & 2026 Invitation🏷️ Tags:yin yoga emotional release, bikram yoga benefits, ayurveda mental health, kundalini awakening explained, chakra healing for beginners, reiki energy healing, ujjayi breath technique, yoga for anxiety relief, fascia trauma release yoga, ayurvedic doshas explained, kapha pitta vata yoga, spiritual awakening practices, mahamrityunjaya mantra healing, mudras for anxiety, parasympathetic activation breathwork, endocrine system chakras, yoga nidra traditional, ayurvedic lifestyle medicine, trauma release yoga, reiki spiritual transformationSupport the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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