Tova Olsson ~ The Heart of Tantra Yoga: Exploring History, Philosophy, and Mythology

Send us Fan MailTova Olsson is a seasoned educator and scholar with over 20 years of experience in yoga philosophy, mythology, and religious studies. With a bachelor's degree and master's in religious studies, Tova is currently working on her PhD while actively teaching at a university level in Sweden. Tova is well-known for her engaging storytelling through social media under the handle @Saraswati_Studies, where she elaborates on Indian philosophy, mythology, and the history of yoga.Tova Olsson's Instagram: @Saraswati_StudiesOnline courses on Teachable: Saraswati Studies TeachableBook: "Yoga and Tantra: History, Philosophy and Mythology" by Tova OlssonEmbark on this enlightening journey through the intricacies of yoga philosophy with Tova Olsson. Listen to the full episode to unearth more engaging insights and stay tuned for more enriching content from the series.Key Takeaways:The Intersection of Yoga and Philosophy: Tova underscores that postural yoga and philosophy are deeply intertwined, advocating for a holistic study that integrates both physical practice and philosophical understanding.The Power of Storytelling: Emphasizing storytelling's significance, Tova uses mythology to captivate students and promote philosophical engagement, illustrating how myths are ever-present and align with real-life experiences.Navigating Yoga's History: She speaks to the complexity and diversity of yoga's origins and philosophical developments, stressing the importance of informed study and discernment in practice and teaching.Thanks for listening to this episode. Check out: 👇8IN8 Ashtanga Yoga for Beginners Course Online- Learn 8 Limb Yoga in 8 Days - Get FREE coupon code for a limited time only (Regular price $88) https://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/Practice with Native Yoga Online - New classes EVERY day - Use Code FIRSTMONTHFREE https://nativeyogacenter.teachable.com/p/today-s-community-classSubscribe to Native Yoga Center and view this podcast on Youtube.Thank you Bryce Allyn for the show tunes. Check out Bryce’s website: bryceallynband.comand sign up on his newsletter to stay in touch. Listen here to his original music from his bands Boxelder, B-Liminal and Bryce Allyn Band on Spotify.Please email special requests and feedback to [email protected]://info.nativeyogacenter.com/8in8-ashtanga-yoga-for-beginners-8-limbs-in-8-days/Support the showNative Yoga website: hereYouTube: hereInstagram: @nativeyoga Twitter: @nativeyoga Facebook: @nativeyogacenter LinkedIn: Todd McLaughlin