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Liz Albanis is a Senior Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapist trained by the BioMedical Institute of Yoga and Meditation (BIYOME) in Australia. We discuss the powerful shifts yoga teachers can make to support students navigating recovery and healing. We often use the term "trauma-informed," but what does it actually look like in a real-world classroom? Liz shares her insights on moving away from authoritative teaching toward an invitational style that honors the unique anatomy and lived experience of every student. Whether you are a new teacher or have been practicing for decades, this conversation offers a compassionate roadmap for creating sacred spaces where every body feels respected and empowered. TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGALiz Albanis joins the show to share how teachers can move from dogmatic, authoritative styles to an invitational, somatic approach that prioritizes student safety and mental health.QUOTES“Just because they feel right doesn’t mean they are right.”“Realize that just because a pose is easy for you, doesn't mean it's going to be easy or beneficial for someone else.” “Yoga's about happiness... It's my anchor. It keeps me together and keeps me going.” “The worst thing you can do is single out that student and say, you need to move... give them empowerment.” “How human of you to feel that way... we’re always learning something new.” TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction to Trauma-Informed Yoga with Liz Albanis 00:39 Defining Trauma and PTSD in the Context of Yoga 02:12 How to Create a Sacred Container vs. a "Safe Space" 03:52 Using Invitational Language and Giving Real Options 07:16 Why Authoritative Teaching Styles Can Be Harmful 09:38 The Myth of Universal Alignment and Skeletal Variation 14:10 Understanding Bone-on-Bone Compression vs. Tension 18:53 The Risks of "Pushing" and Repetitive Strain in Yoga 21:38 Moving Beyond Magical Thinking and Making Realistic Promises 24:00 Why We Practice: Yoga as an Anchor for Mental Health 28:04 Yoga Snacks: Regulating Your Nervous System as a Teacher 29:02 Understanding Vagal Tone and the "Sports Car" Nervous System 35:36 Breathing Mechanics: The Link Between Mouth Breathing and Stress 39:14 Practical Studio Shifts: Lighting, Props, and Consent Tokens 42:02 Handling Emotional Releases and Tremoring in Class 46:17 Overcoming the Fear of "Doing it Wrong" as a New Teacher KEYWORDSTrauma-informed yoga, Liz Albanis, nervous system regulation, vagus nerve, invitational language, yoga for mental health, skeletal variation, somatic yoga, yoga teacher mentoring.FREE RESOURCES⭐️ Free Birth Chart: ⁠https://www.quietmindastrology.com/freebirthchart⁠⭐️ Free Horoscopes: ⁠https://www.quietmindastrology.com/freehoroscopes⁠⭐️ Podcast (Spotify, Apple, etc): ⁠https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/astrology⁠⭐️ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/quietmindastrology⁠⭐️ YouTube: ⁠https://www.quietmindastrology.com/youtube⁠⭐️ Yoga Teacher Training Podcast: ⁠https://www.anchor.fm/yogateachertraining⁠WORK WITH ME⭐️ Book a Reading: ⁠https://www.quietmindastrology.com/reading⁠⭐️ Decode Your Chart: ⁠https://www.quietmindastrology.com/101⁠⭐️ New Moon Alignment: ⁠https://www.quietmindastrology.com/newmoon⁠⭐️ Mentorship: ⁠https://www.quietmindastrology.com/mentorship⁠NEXT STEP⭐️ Become a more grounded and effective teacher with a trauma-informed approach at ⁠https://www.lizalbanniswellness.com.au

Experience the Love Tuner at lovetuner.comSigmar Berg is an Austrian-American entrepreneur, artist, photographer, and fashion designer. He’s the creator of the Lovetuner.In this episode, I’m joined by Sigmar Berg, the creator of the Love Tuner, to explore the profound impact of frequency on our physical and spiritual well-being. We dive into the "Miracle Frequency" of 528 Hz and how becoming the instrument of your own healing can instantly shift your state of being. From the science of water molecules to the practical application of breathwork in schools, this conversation is a beautiful reminder that we have the power to retune our lives toward love, connection, and harmony at any moment.QUOTES"For us, it was important to create something where you become actually the instrument.""As soon as an instrument gets out of tune, you retune it to be in the perfect key. We humans often forget to do that." "When you look on the outside, you become a dreamer, and when you go inward, you awaken." "If every kid at eight years old knows how to meditate, within one generation we would overcome war." "The real temple is nature. We lost connection to it, and frequency helps us find it again." TIMESTAMPS00:12 Intro00:47 Discovering the 528 Hz "Miracle Frequency" 01:54 Why Sound Matters: Water Molecules and Cellular Alignment 03:31 How to Use the Love Tuner for Conscious Breathing 04:45 Immediate Benefits: Retuning Your Entire Cellular System 05:40 Moving from Your Head into Your Heart 07:13 Historical Harmony: Sacred Architecture and Frequency 08:42 Closing the Gap Between Science and Spirituality 11:41 Navigating the Matrix of Social Media and Distraction 15:04 AI and the Opportunity for a Spiritual Revolution 17:45 Finding Purpose and Living a Life of "Why" 22:08 Nature’s Frequency: Chlorophyll and the Vibration of Bees 24:31 Why Frequency is the Medicine of the Future 27:45 Mindfulness in Schools: Eliminating Bullying Through Sound 35:35 The Power of Group Resonance and Tuning Together KEYWORDS528 Hz frequency, Love Tuner, sound healing, breathwork, mindfulness, vibration, cellular healing, spiritual growth, heart chakra, Sigmar Berg.FREE RESOURCES⭐️ Free Birth Chart: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/freebirthchart⭐️ Free Horoscopes: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/freehoroscopes⭐️ Astrology Podcast (Spotify, Apple, etc): https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/astrology⭐️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quietmindastrology⭐️ YouTube: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/youtubeWORK WITH ME⭐️ Book a Reading: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/reading⭐️ Decode Your Chart: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/101⭐️ New Moon Alignment: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/newmoon⭐️ Mentorship: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/mentorshipNEXT STEPExperience the Love Tuner and other tools at lovetuner.com

In this episode, I’m sharing one of the most essential foundations of yoga practice and teaching — Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskar). Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced teacher, understanding how to cue, pace, and embody the right tempo and intention can completely change your experience on the mat.I break down four variations of Surya Namaskar: the Half Sun Salutation, Full with Lunge, Standard (without Lunge), and Surya B. I’ll walk you through how to teach each one, what to look for in your students, and how to bring back the feeling and awareness that make this sequence so powerful.One of the biggest mistakes I still see teachers make is rushing through Sun Salutations so fast that it becomes hard to actually breathe and move together. In this episode, I’ll show you how to use a metronome to find a natural pace (around 65 bpm), how to match the breath with the movement, and how to adapt these variations for different levels and body types.I also talk about the traditional roots — like why Sun Salutations were originally practiced facing east at sunrise — and how that intention connects you to the rhythm of nature. You’ll learn when to use Surya A vs. Surya B, and how to work with your own energy instead of against it.This is one of those core practices that can feel brand new again when you approach it with awareness and rhythm. Whether you’re practicing at home or teaching others, I think you’ll find a lot of useful, practical insights here.Key Quotes:“Your words are the bridge between your students and their own awareness.”“Sun Salutations are not just poses — they’re a rhythm of breath and movement.”“If you rush through it, you don’t really feel anything.”“We can enter a sympathetic state through yoga, but from a relaxed place.”“If you’re not a teenage boy, you might not need so many Surya B’s in your life.”Subscribe for Free to “Self Care Sunday” (Weekly Updates & Exclusive Offers):https://www.quietmind.yoga/selfcaresundayInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yogaYouTube: http://www.quietmind.yoga/youtubeQuietmind Yoga Membership (800+ Classes): https://www.quietmind.yogaQuietmind Astrology Podcast: https://www.quietmindastrology.comKeywords:surya namaskar, sun salutation, yoga teacher training, yoga sequencing, teaching yoga, vinyasa flow, yoga cueing, yoga alignment, yoga anatomy, yoga pacing, metronome for yoga, breath and movement, yoga practice, yin vs yang yoga, Surya A, Surya B, hatha yoga, teaching beginners, yoga tradition

Last day to join the Yoga & Ayurveda Mentorship at https://www.quietmind.yoga/mentorshipToday and every day this year, people will spend about $50 million on antidepressants—and much more on health and wellness. In this episode, I share how meditation, mindfulness, breath, and simple tools let you be your own pharmacy. If sitting still makes you more anxious, good news: the point isn’t how it looks on the outside. It’s about attention training—choosing a point of focus (dharana), letting it carry you into absorption (dhyana), and touching that quiet equanimity (samadhi) you can return to anytime.We get practical: longer exhales you can do in line at the store, walking meditations with no headphones, Yoga Nidra/NSDR when the mind won’t settle, and how to pick the right level of “challenge” so your attention muscle actually grows. We also dig into why HRV matters, how to ride daily sympathetic/parasympathetic waves, what nostril dominance says about brain hemispheres, and why five minutes a day beats waiting until crisis.You’ll learn:— The real definition of meditation and why “I can’t quiet my mind” means you’re already practicing— How to choose your dharana (breath, mantra, mudra, movement, sound) so it fits your nervous system today— A dead-simple breathing protocol to lower heart rate fast— Why guided Yoga Nidra/NSDR works when sitting doesn’t— How short daily reps rewire prefrontal circuits for focus, calm, and better choicesFive key lines from this episode:— Just noticing your mind wander and returning to the breath is the work.— Pick a focus that meets you where you’re at so the attention muscle actually grows.— Longer exhales are the fastest way to drop into parasympathetic.— Touch the bottom of the pool every day, then come back up.— Be your own pharmacy with five to ten minutes a day.Try this today: set a 10-minute timer and breathe in through the nose and out longer than you inhale. If sitting spikes anxiety, walk without podcasts and feel your steps, breath, and the breeze. If you’re exhausted, do Yoga Nidra/NSDR and let the point of focus move through the body.Want to go deeper and actually live and teach this work? Join the Yoga & Ayurveda Mentorship at quietmind.yoga/mentorship. Practices and guided sessions are inside the Quietmind Yoga Membership at quietmind.yoga.Subscribe for Free to “Self Care Sunday” (Free Weekly Updates & Exclusive Offers): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/selfcaresundayInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quietmind Yoga Membership (800+ Classes)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quietmind Astrology Podcast: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/podcastKeywords: meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, dharana, dhyana, samadhi, parasympathetic, HRV, hippocampus, gray matter, yoga nidra, NSDR, mudra, mantra, pranayama, alternate nostril, ida, pingala, attention training, equanimity

RSVP for FREE to the Deepen Your Practice workshopThere's a saying that only 2 things are guaranteed in life: death and taxes. This is a modern version of the Buddhist teaching that pain and suffering are a guaranteed part of life. None of us are exempt. In this episode I share what’s actually helping me through one of the most intense seasons of my life. We go beyond surface fixes like scheduling and “just go for a walk” and get to the root of it, as lead out in many Eastern traditions, but especially in the Yoga Sutra.I'll share about- The one thing helping me the most through a difficult season- The root cause of suffering- The risk of spiritual bypassing- How the ego is formed- PAIN = Pay Attention Inside Now- The essential role of mentors in yoga.- Non-Dual vs Dual philosophy (Vedanta vs Advaita)- The Kleshas (afflictions)- How the ego leads to addiction- The path from suffering to liberationWant to go deeper into the practices missing from most classes and YTTs? I’m hosting a free live workshop at https://www.quietmind.yoga/deepen (replay available).Subscribe for Free to “Self Care Sunday” (Free Weekly Updates & Exclusive Offers): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/selfcaresundayInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quietmind Yoga Membership (800+ Classes) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga/membership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quietmind Astrology Podcast: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/podcastKeywords: avidya dukkha asmita kleshas raga dvesha abhinivesha viveka kaivalya abhyasa shraddha atman purusha prakriti nondual dual Yoga Sutra witness-consciousness anxiety

Learn the sister science of Yoga: Vedic Astrology at the free Become Your Own Astrologer workshop: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/workshopGet Mark's free ebook on longevity here: http://fmidr.com/hhfWhat if you could live to 120—and feel healthy, vibrant, and purposeful the whole time? In this episode, I talk with longevity expert Mark Sherwood about the intersection of ancient wisdom and modern science around aging, lifespan, and healthspan. We explore how yoga, Ayurveda, and Vedic astrology align with cutting-edge biohacking and functional medicine practices, revealing that the real secret to longevity may be much simpler than we think.Mark shares practical tools to live not just longer, but better: from stress management and nutrition to connection, mindset, and the curiosity that keeps the mind youthful. We also dive into fascinating longevity frontiers like peptides, stem cells, molecular hydrogen, and the 120-year life cycle reflected in both human history and the Vedic Dasha system.You’ll hear about the real keys to vitality—not pills, not quick fixes, but consistent practices of self-responsibility, nourishment, and resilience. Whether you’re passionate about yoga, astrology, or simply want to live a healthier life, this conversation will inspire you to take small but powerful steps toward longevity.5 Key Ideas from the Episode: 1. “We’re not trying to live longer, we’re trying to live better—and that’s what healthspan is all about.” 2. “History shows us the maximum lifespan is around 120 years. Fascinatingly, Vedic astrology mapped that out thousands of years ago.” 3. “Stress is not a noun—it’s a verb. It’s the action or response we choose in life’s unexpected moments.” 4. “Hard choices, easy life. Easy choices, hard life.” 5. “Curiosity heals the human. The more you keep learning, the more you keep your mind young.”---Subscribe for Free to “Self Care Sunday” (Free Weekly Updates & Exclusive Offers): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/selfcaresundayInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/youtubeQuietmind Yoga Membership (800+ Classes) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quietmind Astrology Podcast: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/podcast---Keywords: longevity, healthspan, lifespan, Ayurveda, biohacking, peptides, stem cells, molecular hydrogen, functional medicine, yoga, Vedic astrology, Jyotish, Dasha system, stress management, blue zones, healthy aging, biological age, resilience, nutrition, mindset, curiosity

Somatic movement teacher and author Colleen Wahl is an expert in embodied knowing—the wisdom and guidance our bodies hold when we take the time to listen. Colleen shares how sensation is the foundation of embodiment, why slowing down before labeling an experience opens up new possibilities, and how this awareness can transform both yoga teaching and personal practice.We dive into the gap between sensation and analysis, the power of staying present with discomfort, and how embodiment can help us navigate life changes and decisions with greater clarity. You’ll hear stories of chronic pain resolution and learn practical ways to explore sensation in movement—tools you can bring right into your classes to help students connect more deeply to themselves.If you’ve ever felt out of touch with your body’s signals or wanted to teach in a way that truly honors each student’s unique inner experience, this conversation will give you inspiration and clear, practical insight you can use right away.5 Key Ideas:Sensation is the foundation of embodied knowing—it’s how we remember that we have a body.When you stay with sensation before labeling it, you open space for possibility.Discomfort is often the signal that gets us to change.Your body’s wisdom can’t be rushed—the knowing arrives in its own time.As yoga teachers, our job is to point students toward their own inner experience, not tell them what they should feel. Want to learn Vedic Astrology - The Sister Science of Yoga?My most popular astrology event every year - with an amazing new workbook and training designed to help you start reading your chart like an experienced astrologer. RSVP for FREE To the Become Your Own Astrologer workshop Hear Colleen interview me on her Embodied People podcast. We had a great talk about the big questions of life. Click to hear me on the Embodied People PodcastSubscribe for Free to “Self Care Sunday” (Weekly Updates & Exclusive Offers): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/selfcaresundayInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quietmind Yoga Membership (800+ Classes): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quietmind Astrology Podcast: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/podcastKeywords: embodiment, embodied knowing, somatic movement, yoga philosophy, sensation in yoga, somatic awareness, yoga teaching skills, embodied yoga, listening to your body, body wisdom, chronic pain and yoga, somatics in teaching, yoga beyond alignment, sensory awareness, somatic decision-making, embodied movement, yoga teacher tools, intuition in yoga, self-awareness practices, yoga teacher growth

Today I’m joined by: Daniel Kazmola, Senior Marketing Manager at Uscreen—the leading video platform for creators and arguably the best platform for yoga teachers to host a yoga membership online.This episode is essential listening for any yoga teacher who dreams of moving their teaching online but feels blocked by fear, overwhelm, or a lack of clarity. We go deep into what actually moves the needle in building your online yoga business—not just logo design or Canva edits, but the real, often uncomfortable work of showing up, learning to be on camera, and building meaningful relationships with your students through your content.We talk about the common mindset traps yoga teachers fall into, how to get past perfectionism, and how to identify the actual high-leverage actions that lead to real growth.Daniel shares powerful advice about creating content that resonates, how to talk to your audience (even if you only have a few students), and what to prioritize when you’re just getting started online. You’ll learn how to get over your fear of being on camera, how to structure your offers with real urgency and value, and how to shift your mindset from “selling” to “serving.”This is the kind of conversation I wish I heard when I was first starting out. Whether you’re just beginning your online teaching journey or you’re ready to scale up, this episode will give you practical strategies and mindset shifts that can change everything.🧘‍♂️ Topics covered:The myth of perfection and how it keeps teachers stuckHow to get comfortable on camera (yes, even if it terrifies you)The power of customer conversations to shape your offersWhy most yoga teachers avoid marketing—and why you shouldn’tWhat to do when you need to make money now without feeling pushy💬 5 Key Quotes:“Most yoga teachers spend too much time doing things that feel like work but don’t actually grow the business.” — Daniel“If you want to sell more, stop focusing on the features and start sharing the transformation.” — Daniel“Don’t record videos for the camera. Record videos for your most consistent student.” — Jeremy“You don’t need perfect gear. You need great content and great audio.” — Daniel“Being online is about serving people, not being perfect on screen.” — JeremyIf you’re serious about moving your yoga business online—or growing what you’ve already started—this episode is full of actionable insights to help you move forward.🔗LinksDaniel Kosmala on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielkosmala/Uscreen YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Uscreen/videos Uscreen Yoga examples: https://www.uscreen.tv/examples/yoga/#showcase---Free Workshop: Become Your Own Yoga Teacher: https://www.quietmind.yoga/workshopSubscribe for Free to “Self Care Sunday” (Free Weekly Updates & Exclusive Offers): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/selfcaresundayInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.quietmind.yoga/instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga/youtubeQuietmind Yoga Membership (800+ Classes)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quietmind Astrology Podcast: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/podcast🎯 Keywords:online yoga business, yoga teacher marketing, teaching yoga online, yoga business growth, camera confidence yoga, yoga teacher sales, authentic selling, content strategy yoga, how to grow yoga studio online, uscreen yoga platform, make money teaching yoga, yoga membership platform, audio for yoga videos, yoga teacher fears, yoga teacher mindset, transition to online yoga, entrepreneur yoga teacher, customer avatar yoga, feedback yoga students

RSVP for Free to "Become Your Own Yoga Teacher" at https://www.quietmind.yoga/workshopIn this episode of the Yoga Teacher Training Podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Ann Swanson—author of Science of Yoga and Meditation for the Real World—to talk about how science and tradition merge in modern yoga. If you’ve ever struggled to integrate anatomy, biomechanics, or trauma-informed approaches into your teaching, this conversation will change the game.Ann shares her powerful concept of “yoga snacks”—short, accessible practices you can sprinkle throughout your day to reduce anxiety, manage pain, improve focus, and balance blood sugar. We also talk about teaching students with chronic pain, trauma, or hypermobility, and how to adapt poses with intention, compassion, and safety in mind.She also has a special gift for listeners of this episode at https://www.scienceof.yogaClick here to purchase Ann's book Science of YogaWe cover:How yoga snacks can improve metabolic health and reduce inflammationTrauma-informed teaching and why internal awareness isn’t always helpful during panicChronic pain, hypermobility, and the importance of strengtheningThe neuroscience behind meditation and yoga’s effects on mood and mental healthHow her art background helped create the most visual, user-friendly yoga anatomy book I’ve ever seenWhether you’re a new teacher or a seasoned one, there’s something deeply validating, empowering, and actionable in what Ann shares.5 Key Quotes from the Episode:“Movement is better than no movement. Always. But intention and context are everything.”“Yoga puts you in a flow state—and even just two minutes after eating can lower blood sugar and inflammation.”“I passed out trying to meditate during a panic attack. Turns out, body awareness in acute anxiety can actually make it worse.”“What would it feel like to be the happiest person on earth? That’s the walking meditation I did every day when I was pregnant.”“Most yoga injuries happen when people push into poses they ‘think’ are right. Safety is about options and empowerment, not perfection.”Don’t miss this episode if you teach yoga, practice yoga, or ever felt unsure about how to apply anatomy, trauma sensitivity, or science to your teaching.---------Subscribe for Free to “Self Care Sunday” (Free Weekly Updates & Exclusive Offers): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/selfcaresundayInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yogaYouTube⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quietmind Yoga Membership (800+ Classes)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quietmind Astrology Podcast: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/podcast---------Keywords: yoga snacks, chronic pain relief, yoga anatomy, yoga teacher training, Ann Swanson, trauma-informed yoga, yoga therapy, science of yoga, pregnancy yoga, real world meditation, hypermobility, movement breaks, yoga for anxiety, metabolic health, yoga after meals, walking meditation, nervous system regulation, yoga injuries, adaptive yoga, earthing benefits

In this episode of the Yoga Teacher Training Podcast, Jeremy Devens welcomes Karen Fabian, founder of Bare Bones Yoga, for a straight-talking, deeply practical, and inspiring conversation for yoga teachers at any stage of their journey. Karen shares how her unique 10-step anatomy-based method helps teachers feel more confident, clear, and connected in their classes. With a background in rehabilitative medicine and over two decades of experience teaching yoga and anatomy, Karen breaks down what actually builds confidence for teachers—and it’s not what you think.You’ll hear insights on:Why repeating sequences actually builds more confidence and connection with studentsHow perfectionism, childhood conditioning, and limiting beliefs show up in the teaching spaceWhy teachers who practice the whole class with their students are missing the opportunity to actually teachHow to “break up with your practice” so you can teach from embodied experience without needing to demonstrateWhat it really means to walk into a room and lead from integrity, clarity, and visionWhether you’re just finishing your teacher training or feeling stuck years into your career, this episode will reignite your passion and clarify your purpose.5 Key Quotes:“There is something triggering about teaching yoga. And I say that from personal experience and from the teachers I work with. There’s something about it that brings up our stuff. It’s not just, oh, I’m nervous. It’s more like, I want to get it right. I want to be liked. I want them to like me. I want to do it right. I don’t want to be embarrassed.”“I call it: how to break up with your practice as the source of your teaching. Because that’s what a lot of teachers do. They practice at home and then they reverse-engineer that sequence and teach it in class. And then when they get into class, they teach it from their mat.”“There was no big uprising on the fourth class when I taught the same sequence. Nobody cared. Nobody was like, I’m calling corporate. Nobody. It was just a reminder to me: this is something I’m creating in my own head, this idea that every class needs to be different.”“I remember one time teaching and I looked around and I realized: I’m actually teaching. I’m not just cueing from the script in my head. I’m responding to them. I’m seeing them. I’m walking around. I’m adjusting. And I thought to myself, I think I’m actually teaching yoga right now.”5. “Every yoga teacher has agency over how they want to show up. And I think sometimes we forget that. We think we have to be a certain way. But your experience, your background, your voice—it all matters. And your students need you to bring that to the room.”---------Karen Fabian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barebonesyoga/Bare Bones Yoga: https://barebonesyoga.com/Create a Signature Sequence with Karen Fabian: ⁠⁠https://barebonesyoga.lpages.co/how-to-create-a-signature-sequence/⁠⁠-----------Practice with Jeremy in the Quietmind Yoga Membership at ⁠⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠Become a Certified Yoga Teacher in the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠⁠Subscribe for Free to “Self Care Sunday” (Free Weekly ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Updates & Exclusive Offers): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/selfcaresundayInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/youtubeQuietmind Yoga Membership (800+ Classes):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quietmind Astrology Podcast: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/podcastKeywords: yoga teacher training, yoga cueing, yoga sequencing, anatomy for yoga, confidence in teaching, Karen Fabian, Bare Bones Yoga, yoga mentorship, imposter syndrome yoga, teacher development, yoga philosophy, 1-on-1 yoga training

Enroll in the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at https://www.quietmind.yoga/yttOne of the first things I ask everyone to do inside the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training is to create a self-care plan. Because you can’t give from an empty cup. You need a team. You need support. You need energy practices that nourish you just as much as you guide others in their practices.In this episode, I talk with Dr. Tom Ingegno, bestselling author of The Cupping Book: Unlocking the Secrets of Ancient Healing and founder of Charm City Integrative Health. We dive deep into the world of cupping—its surprising history, powerful benefits, and how it supports yoga teachers and practitioners in their own healing and transformation.You’ll learn why cupping can be the missing link in your self-care, how it works (without the fluff), and how this ancient folk medicine became a modern healing staple used by Olympians and grandmas alike. We talk about safe use at home, what the “cupping marks” actually mean, and how cold plunges, red light therapy, and cupping are all part of the same conversation of getting back in sync with natural rhythms.Whether you’re brand new to cupping or you’ve had it done but never really understood how it works—this episode will give you an insider’s understanding from someone who’s done it for 25+ years and taught at the university level. Plus, we get into meditation, Taoism, somatic healing, vagal tone, and what the future of medicine and self-care might look like.Topics CoveredWhy yoga teachers need a self-care plan and a support teamWhat cupping is and how it works (Eastern and Western perspectives)The surprising global history and origins of cupping therapyFire cupping vs. silicone cupping: safety, tools, and use at homeHow cupping improves circulation, reduces inflammation, and relieves painUnderstanding “Sha” and what cupping marks really meanWhen not to use cupping (contraindications like pregnancy and DVT)The connection between cupping, vagal tone, and nervous system healthWhy traditional healing is resurging and what science now confirmsHow to integrate cupping into your yoga practice and recovery routine5 Key Quotes from this Episode:“If you’re giving to others, you better be receiving too. Otherwise, you burn out.”“Cupping is like a reverse massage—pulling instead of pushing—and it feels amazing.”“It’s not just about treating illness. It’s about building a life that supports vitality.”“You don’t need to be sick to benefit from cupping. This is for anyone moving their body, carrying stress, or needing better circulation.”“Traditional wisdom is finally getting its seat at the table again—not just as ‘woo,’ but as science.”Mentioned in this episode:The Cupping Book: https://amzn.to/3EOib9g [Searchable on Amazon & digital formats]Charm City Integrative Health: https://charmcityintegrative.comQuietmind Yoga Teacher Training: http://www.quietmind.yoga/yttSubscribe for Free to “Self Care Sunday” (Free Weekly Updates & Exclusive Offers): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/selfcaresundayInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yogaYouTube⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quietmind Yoga Membership (800+ Classes):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quietmind Astrology Podcast: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/podcastKeywords: cupping therapy, self care for yoga teachers, ancient healing, Chinese medicine, fascia health, vagal tone, yoga teacher burnout, modern integrative health, fire cupping, restorative yoga, preventative medicine, inflammation relief, eastern medicine, energy healing, acupuncture, Dr. Tom Ingenio, Charm City Integrative, cupping at home, yoga + cupping, healing modalities, immune support

RSVP for Free to the Thrive Online workshop at http://www.quietmind.yoga/thriveworkshopIf you want consistent income, real impact, and personal freedom through your yoga teaching—without burning out or losing yourself—this episode is for you.In this episode, I unpack what it really means to be consistent, and why so many yoga teachers feel shame around this word. We explore the energetic frequency behind our actions and how our inner alignment (or misalignment) shapes our results—whether it’s inconsistent income, irregular teaching schedules, or confusion about what to offer.We’ll break down:Why you might secretly not want the consistency you’re cravingHow to track and align your income with your energy and impactWhy your offers need to be deeply fulfilling and financially sustainableThe entrepreneur mindset shift every yoga teacher needsThe link between your own introspection and your ability to make an impactYou’ll hear real-world strategies and mindset shifts to:Build sustainable income that honors your energyMake a meaningful impact through your authentic teachingExpand your freedom by doing less, but betterAvoid burnout by knowing when to rest and when to teachStay true to yourself while growing your reachThis isn’t about hustle or overwhelm. It’s about embodiment, alignment, and building something that lasts.💡 Journal Prompts:What does consistency feel like in my body?What kind of energy do I bring to teaching, posting, or promoting?Am I doing what I really want—or what I think I “should” do?Where am I leaking energy in my business or teaching?✨ Whether you’re teaching weekly classes, running online offerings, or dreaming of your first retreat—this episode will help you clarify your next right step. It’s time to create a business that nourishes you as much as it helps others.🧘🏽‍♂️ Want to go deeper into building your aligned business?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the FREE live Thrive Workshop here: http://www.quietmind.yoga/thriveworkshop5 Key Quotes- “If you’re not being consistent, part of you doesn’t want to be.”- “You can’t expect consistent income from inconsistent action.”- “When you create offers that are both heart-aligned and financially sustainable, freedom follows.”- “You’re not just a yoga teacher—you’re an entrepreneur. That changes everything.”- “Burnout happens when you try to give more than you have. Like drinking from a coconut that’s already empty.”-----Subscribe for Free to “Self Care Sunday” (Free Weekly Updates & Exclusive Offers): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/selfcaresundayInstagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ http://www.quietmind.yoga/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quietmind Yoga Membership (800+ Classes)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Quietmind Astrology Podcast: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/podcastKeywords: Consistency, Burnout, Dharma, Freedom, Income, Entrepreneurship, Alignment, Purpose, Energy, Intention, Sustainability, Prana, Nervous system, Frequency, Capacity, Expansion, Inner work, Client attraction, Impact, Authenticity

We all know yoga isn’t just about physical poses—it’s about working with energy, too. Beyond just putting the body into shapes, we’re working with pranayama, meditation, and powerful maps of consciousness like the chakras, nadis, koshas, and kundalini energy. In this episode, I’ll dive into these subtle layers of yoga, sharing insights from my years of practice and teaching, as well as what I teach in the Quietmind Yoga Membership and the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training.Whether you’re a beginner or more advanced, you’ll learn how to work with these energies in practical ways. I’ll break down how to recognize when a chakra is balanced, excessive, or deficient, and how to use yoga practices to restore harmony. I’ll also share how energy moves from subtle to gross, why it’s so important to address imbalances before they manifest physically, and simple tools like pranayama and grounding poses to regulate your energy.If you’ve ever wondered how to go beyond the physical and truly tap into the deeper layers of yoga, this episode is for you.--Practice with me in the Quietmind Yoga Membership at⁠https://www.quietmind.yogaEnroll in the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training athttps://www.quietmind.yoga/yttFollow on Instagram⁠@quietmind.yoga⁠Follow⁠Quietmind Astrology Podcast⁠ for free weekly horoscopes in Vedic Astrology (the sister science of yoga)Follow @quietmindastrology on IG for moreKeywords: alignment, astrology, birth chart, astrology reading, Vedic astrology, life purpose, self-discovery, authenticity, spiritual growth, mindfulness, inner peace, Quietmind Astrology, podcast episode, values alignment, personal transformation, life changes, cosmic insights, planetary influences

In this episode, I sit down with Jamie Mittelman, founder of Flame Bearers, the world’s first storytelling platform for elite women athletes. Jamie shares how her personal yoga journey helped her manage OCD and anxiety, deepening her understanding of the mind-body connection. She also discusses how Flame Bearers amplifies the voices of over 275 Olympians and Paralympians from 55 countries, with a focus on diverse representation through video, podcasts, and events. Listeners will gain insights into: Jamie’s transformative yoga journey, from high school to teaching in Southeast Asia. The powerful mental health practices used by athletes, including daily reflection, visualization, and positive self-talk. How yoga skills translate beyond the mat, enhancing public speaking, leadership, and professional performance. The evolution of women’s sports, from gender parity at the Olympics to breaking sponsorship records in soccer and basketball. Jamie and Flame Bearers are reshaping the narrative of elite female athletes and the role yoga plays in fostering mental and physical resilience. For more on Jamie’s work, lookup the Flame Bearers podcast, visit flamebearers.com or contact her at [email protected] -- If you feel called to dive deeper into other topics of yoga philosophy, join the waitlist for my Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠⁠⁠⁠quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠⁠⁠⁠. That’s where I guide you through the ten core competencies of yoga, including philosophy, yoga history, mindfulness, anatomy, and teaching skills. -- Follow on Instagram ⁠@quietmind.yoga⁠ Follow ⁠Quietmind Astrology Podcast⁠ for free weekly horoscopes in Vedic Astrology (the sister science of yoga) Follow @quietmindastrology on IG for more on astrology Keywords: teacher training, certification, become a teacher, teaching tips, instructor training, teaching skills, anatomy, philosophy, practice, teaching classes, sequencing, poses, asanas, for beginners, advanced training, business, career, teacher podcast, teacher journey, mindfulness, meditation, pranayama, techniques, lifestyle, teacher community, resources, workshops, retreats, alignment, ethics, wellness, education, teaching online, teaching strategies, student engagement, class themes, training tips, teaching challenges, professional development.

Practice with me in the Quietmind Yoga Membership at https://www.quietmind.yoga This is the start of a new series on the 10 Core Competenices of Yoga - starting with the first and arguably most important: Mentorship. I'll share: Some of the most important lessons from my mentors How to find a mentor How mentors can save you years of frustration and confusion. Stay tuned for next time when we'll talk about the core competency of Energetic Anatomy! -- If you feel called to dive deeper into other topics of yoga philosophy, join the waitlist for my Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠⁠⁠quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠⁠⁠. That’s where I guide you through the ten core competencies of yoga, including philosophy, yoga history, mindfulness, anatomy, and teaching skills. -- Follow on Instagram @quietmind.yoga Follow Quietmind Astrology Podcast for free weekly horoscopes in Vedic Astrology (the sister science of yoga) Follow @quietmindastrology on IG for more Keywords: alignment, astrology, birth chart, astrology reading, Vedic astrology, life purpose, self-discovery, authenticity, spiritual growth, mindfulness, inner peace, Quietmind Astrology, podcast episode, values alignment, personal transformation, life changes, cosmic insights, planetary influences

Plan your year in sync with astrology and yogic principles at MindfulNewYear.com Today I share a yogic perspective of goal setting and living into your dharma (purpose). We all know most goal setting and New Years Resolutions don't stick, so what actually works? This is something I come back to a lot in my own life; what's most important to focus on next, and how to stay on track with my path. Maybe you can relate? I share 6 major points about this and some powerful questions for self inquiry to help you check in with what matters most to you in this season of your life. Dharma is a continually evolving path, so this is one of those episodes you might want to come back to regularly. If you want a guided workshop all about this go to MindfulNewYear.com⁠ I guide you through a powerful practice to review the past, prepare for the future and get current with what matters most now. I share all the major Vedic Astrology / energy shifts for the year ahead and how you can best work with them + several other resources to optimize your health, wealth, relationships and purpose. Enjoy! Jeremy -- If you feel called to dive deeper into other topics of yoga philosophy, join the waitlist for my Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠⁠quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠⁠. That’s where I guide you through the ten core competencies of yoga, including philosophy, yoga history, mindfulness, anatomy, and teaching skills. -- Follow on Instagram @quietmind.yoga Follow Quietmind Astrology Podcast for free weekly horoscopes in Vedic Astrology (the sister science of yoga) Follow @quietmindastrology on IG for more Keywords: alignment, astrology, birth chart, astrology reading, Vedic astrology, life purpose, self-discovery, authenticity, spiritual growth, mindfulness, inner peace, Quietmind Astrology, podcast episode, values alignment, personal transformation, life changes, cosmic insights, planetary influences

Learn 10 Core Competencies with lots of 1-1 support from me in the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training. Learn more at ⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠ In this episode of the Yoga Teacher Training Podcast, I’m sharing the five most common causes of yoga injuries—and how you can avoid them. Injuries can sneak up on anyone, whether you’re a teacher or a practitioner, but they don’t have to. Yoga is about feeling good, strong, flexible, and balanced—not dealing with tweaks or strains that could’ve been prevented. I’ll talk about real-life examples, like the mistake I’ve made (and learned from) of demoing poses without warming up first, the risks of jumping from one extreme range of motion to another, and why listening to your body is the most important skill you can develop. You’ll also hear my thoughts on why yoga isn’t about pushing to your limit or performing—it’s about creating a practice that supports you today, tomorrow, and for years to come. If you’re ready to take your practice deeper or teach yoga in a way that supports your students’ growth and safety, join the waitlist for my Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠. That’s where I guide you through the ten core competencies of yoga, including mindfulness, anatomy, and teaching skills. Let’s keep your practice safe, sustainable, and aligned with what yoga is really all about. Listen now to learn how! Keywords: Yoga injuries prevention, common yoga injuries, safe yoga practice, avoid yoga injuries, yoga teacher tips, yoga anatomy basics, yoga practice safety, preventing yoga injuries, yoga alignment tips, mindful yoga practice, lifelong yoga practice, yoga teaching skills, yoga sequencing for safety, yoga for flexibility and strength, yoga teacher training online, injury-free yoga practice, yoga tips for beginners, advanced yoga poses safety, listening to your body in yoga.

Joanna Sapir is a business strategist for holistic practitioners, particularly those that integrate multiple modalities. Joanna's special ability is in helping practitioners set up repeatable systems and processes in their businesses to serve their clients more powerfully, enroll committed long-term clients, and create steady income and cash flow. She has been a teacher and trainer for more than twenty years, from the classroom to the gym floor and now to wellness practices across the world. Born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, she is a mother of two, a USA Masters National Champion in Olympic-style Weightlifting, and the host of the Business Revolution for Practitioners podcast. Learn more at http://joannasapir.com THREE POWERFUL SYSTEMS THAT WILL COMPLETELY TRANSFORM YOUR PRACTICE Get Joanna's free guide for this episode here: https://joannasapir.com/YogaTeachers Key Takeaways * Focus on creating tailored programs for ideal clients ("bullseye clients") rather than generic offerings * Implement a programmatic approach with front-end intensive programs and back-end maintenance programs * Use a profitable pricing calculator to determine appropriate rates based on business expenses and income goals * Transition from trading time for money to creating sustainable, transformative programs for clients Topics Identifying Ideal Clients * Focus on 3-5 favorite past clients who got great results and were enjoyable to work with * Look for patterns in their pain points, goals, and desires rather than demographic niches * Design programs specifically tailored to these ideal "bullseye clients" Creating Sustainable Programs * Front-end program: 3-month intensive addressing core issues (often one-on-one) * Back-end program: Ongoing maintenance/lifestyle support (can be group format) * Structure provides consistent income and deeper client transformation * Allows practitioners to fully commit and provide high-value service Pricing and Financial Planning * Use a "profitable pricing calculator" to determine base hourly rate * Factor in all business expenses, desired salary, and profit goals * For group programs, determine minimum viable number of participants * Separate personal and business finances for clarity Business Mindset for Practitioners * View business as separate entity from yourself as practitioner * Embrace leadership role as CEO of your practice * Overcome fears about business being "unspiritual" or inauthentic * Focus on how business skills allow you to help more people at a deeper level Next Steps * Download free resources at joannasapir.com/yogateachers (3 workflows for lead generation, enrollment, and client communication) * Consider booking a discovery call for the Profitable Practitioner Academy program * Evaluate current offerings and identify opportunities to create more tailored, transformative programs * Implement proper financial tracking and goal-setting for your business

Bob Cirino is the Executive Director for the non-profit Yoga Studies Institute, whose mission of teaching the classic texts and methods of yoga has reached thousands of students in over 35 countries in 8 languages. Bob has studied Tibetan yoga lineages for 8 years and directs a non-profit that teaches one of the most fundamental Hatha Tibetan lineages, Lady Niguma, and the classic texts like the Yoga Sutra and the Hatha Yoga Pradipika. Though he celebrates yoga in the West, his emphasis is on the embodiment of the essential aspects of the practice that are most often left out or just plain never taught. He is also the Founder of Spiritual Warrior, an education and training organization that helps individuals live fearlessly on-purpose as a Spiritual Warrior. Bob is a serial entrepreneur whose projects have spanned from regenerative agriculture (where he is known as Biochar Bob), real estate investing and development, alternative investments, to educational technology. All of Bob's projects have a common thread of healing people and planet through compassionate strategies and philosophies. Learn more and enroll in Bob's programs at https://www.spiritualwarrior.life/ Key Takeaways - Yoga is about stopping the mind from "twisting" reality, realizing experiences come from within - Renunciation in yoga means giving up causes of suffering, not necessarily physical objects - Creating a sense of safety is crucial for healing trauma and fostering connection - Astrology and yoga can be tools for self-awareness and personal growth when approached mindfully Topics Yoga Philosophy and Practice - Yoga Sutra defines yoga as "stopping the way the mind turns things around" - Renunciation in yoga is about giving up causes of suffering, not necessarily physical objects - Hatha Yoga (Ha: sun, Ta: moon) aims to balance energies and bring prana into the central channel - Importance of challenging and questioning teachings, even from respected gurus Trauma and Healing - Safety is crucial for healing and connection - Creating a non-judgmental space allows people to express emotions and heal - Different approaches work for different people; some may need gentle compassion, others tough love Vedic Astrology and Personal Growth - Astrology can be a tool for self-awareness and understanding life patterns - Importance of maintaining agency and not giving full control to astrological predictions - Viewing challenging transits as opportunities for growth and discipline Spiritual Partnership and Relationships - Concept of being "the exact thing that everybody needs" in relationships - Viewing difficult past relationships as perfect teachers for personal growth - Importance of bringing happiness to relationships rather than expecting happiness from them Want to work with Jeremy? - Sign up for Self Care Sunday: Free yoga and ayurveda practices to optimize your health at https://www.quietmind.yoga - Beginners Yoga Sequence (free download) at https://www.quietmind.yoga/beginnersequence

Join the waitlist for the Quietmind Yoga Membership at https://www.quietmind.yoga/qymwaitlist What is Somatic Yoga and how do you practice it? This term is becoming more popular, but it's not as new as you might think. In this episode I'll share how this brand of yoga has evolved from things taught by myself, my mentors and other experienced teachers, as well as how you can begin to practice this way starting right away. Enjoy! Jeremy If you enjoy the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend. If you want to go deeper into practicing Somatic Yoga, the Quietmind Yoga Membership is opening soon with many classes in this style.

Cue With Confidence is live on Nov 2nd. Click here to learn more and enroll. https://www.quietmind.yoga/cwc Why do yoga teachers say certain phrases so often? I share 10 of the most common phrases and the anatomy, philosophy and energetics behind why they work or don't work. You'll learn how to improve your own practice and teaching with these 10 common phrases. Anything in a sing-song pattern “Square your hips” “Keep a microbend in your joints” “Tuck the tailbone” “Roll up to stand, one vertebrae at a time” “Root down through your feet” “Engage your core” “Inhale reach up, exhale fold” “Soften your gaze” “Breathe down into your belly”

The Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training is open! Learn more and enroll at ⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠ In this episode of the Quiet Mind Yoga Teacher Training Podcast, I’m sharing six of the most helpful things I’ve learned about energetic anatomy. Whether you’re a yoga teacher, student, or considering teacher training, this episode will help you understand how everything has an energetic effect on your practice and your life. We’ll explore how balancing Yin and Yang energy is essential, and how subtle shifts can make a big impact. I’ll also talk about how everything can be either a poison or a medicine, depending on your unique needs, and why it’s important to address issues at their most subtle level before they become bigger problems. We’ll dive into how like increases like, why opposites bring balance, and the powerful effects of chakras on our physical and energetic bodies. 0:00:00 – Intro: Welcome to the Quiet Mind Yoga Teacher Training Podcast 0:00:18 – Episode Overview: Six most helpful things about energetic anatomy 0:01:01 – Topic 1: Everything has _______________________ 0:02:22 – Yin and Yang: Understanding energy through polarity 0:04:47 – Importance of honoring energy in classes 0:10:16 – Balancing energies in your practice and teaching 0:18:33 – Topic 2: Addressing issues at ________________ 0:34:43 – Topic 3: Everything can be a ___________________ 0:42:03 – Topic 4: Like _________ _________ 0:45:01 – Topic 5: Opposites bring ____________ 0:50:58 – Topic 6: Chakras can be _______________ 1:00:00 – Conclusion Check out my Become Your Own Yoga Teacher Workshop, where I’ll show you how to bring balance to your practice by tuning into your own energetic needs. https://www.quietmind.yoga/workshop Or, if you’re ready for a deeper dive into all aspects of yoga, join the Quiet Mind Yoga Teacher Training to learn the 10 core competencies of yoga and take your practice to the next level. https://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt #yogateachertraining #energeticanatomy #chakras #yinandyang #yogabalance #quietmind #yogapodcast #yogateacher

Click here to RSVP for “Become Your Own Yoga Teacher” - https://www.quietmind.yoga/workshop Live on Zoom In this episode I share the main topics from the workshop including - Common mistakes most yogis make - Crossing the threshold from looking outside yourself for answers to looking within - Why my yoga mat is my “home” after moving 40+ times in my life - The real reason you get tight muscles - Why stretching is not always the answer in yoga - How you can quickly release pain in your body today - 10 skills to deepen your practice - My #1 recommendation of how to start applying energetic anatomy / the deeper more esoteric aspects of yoga to your life today You’ll learn lots of practical things you can do right now to deepen your practice. Jeremy Devens Quietmind Yoga

The Yoga & Ayurveda Mentorship is open for enrollment at http://www.quietmind.yoga/yam Learn how to relieve tension in 12 major muscle groups: Feet Calves/Shins Quads/Hamstrings Hips/Glutes Core Low Back Upper Back Chest Biceps/Triceps Forearm/Hands Shoulders/Neck Head Keywords: yoga teacher training, ytt, marketing, business, spirituality, yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community

RSVP for FREE to Deepen Your Practice: 3 Steps to Deepen Your Yoga & Ayurveda Practices⁠ This Q&A question comes from listener Heidi L who asks "What advice would you give to some who has finished their YTT and is finding themselves with resistance to teaching due to feelings of imposter syndrome/lack of confidence after the 200hr" I'll share some of the most important things to consider based on what i've seen after teaching over 7000 hours of classes since taking my first YTT in 2011. ------------ If you enjoy this podcast leave a review and share with a friend Practice with me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠ Learn Vedic Astrology, the sister science of yoga, with me at ⁠⁠http://www.quietmindastrology.com⁠⁠ Keywords: yoga teacher training, ytt, marketing, business, spirituality, yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community

Whenever people ask me what studio to check out in Austin, Texas, I always recommend Practice Yoga on the East side. Rey Cardenas is the co-founder of Practice which recently celebrated it's 10 year anniversary. If you follow Rey or Practice on Instagram, you'll see he shares a lot about a unique take on philosophy from Rudolf Steiner, that I haven't seen from other yoga teachers. We talk about: - Rey's journey of co-founding a yoga studio in Austin, Texas, after facing challenges with his previous teaching position. Rey shared his experience of transitioning from being a professional poker player to becoming a yoga teacher and the process of finding a location for his studio. - The process of opening a yoga studio, including finding a vacant building, partnering with someone who had complementary skills, utilizing social media marketing, creating memes(!) and choosing a donation-based model. - Rey's process of finding a more balanced approach to yoga philosophy, moving away from an indulgent sort of philosophy towards a more grounded perspective that Rey found in Rudolf Steiner's work. - How to integrate different perspectives and practices into yoga teachings. They also explored the connection between Western and Eastern spirituality and the importance of awakening the chakras. - Rey gives a great introduction to the teachings of Rudolf Steiner, including his embodiment system, and the importance of the thought realm in human freedom. They also discussed how these concepts can be integrated into yoga and are integrated into the teacher trainings at Practice Yoga in Austin. Rey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reys_awareness/ Practice Yoga on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/practiceyogaaustin/ Practice Yoga website and YTTs: https://practiceyogaaustin.com/ ------------ If you enjoy this podcast leave a review and share with a friend Join the waitlist for the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Practice with me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga⁠⁠ Learn Vedic Astrology, the sister science of yoga, with me at ⁠http://www.quietmindastrology.com⁠ Keywords: yoga teacher training, ytt, marketing, business, spirituality, yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community

Diana Hernandez is an international actress, TV host, and content creator with a highly successful and engaged Instagram audience. I met Diana while she was traveling through Oaxaca, Mexico and thought she would be a great guest to have on the podcast to talk about social media marketing and building an authentic online business. In this episode we talk about: Diana's decision to create a free masterclass on teaching influencers to make money online after receiving numerous inquiries from friends and followers about how to get brand deals and travel for free. Diana shares her journey of transitioning from a TV host to building her own social media presence and becoming her own boss. She emphasizes the importance of defining a niche, creating a media kit, collaborating with influencers, and the misconception that a large number of followers is necessary to make a full-time income on social media. How Diana was able to create high-quality content for her YouTube channel using just her iPhone. Diana discusses her Instagram page and the editing programs she uses, as well as her free masterclass where she teaches people how to make $10,000 a month online. Diana discusses camera confidence, storytelling, creating a home studio, monetization, and technology needed to run an online business. She also emphasizes the importance of authenticity, consistency, engagement, and careful selection of brand deals for influencers. The importance of authenticity in yoga teaching and content creation. They also talk about the need to choose sponsorships and partnerships that align with one's values and interests to maintain authenticity and avoid losing followers. How Diana manages her time and energy as an influencer and content creator. Diana shared that she stopped saying yes to events and collaborations that didn't align with her brand, set boundaries, and prioritized her career, while still allowing herself to have fun on the weekends. ------------ If you enjoy this podcast leave a review and share with a friend Join the waitlist for the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠⁠⁠⁠ Practice with me at ⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on Instagram at ⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga⁠ Learn Vedic Astrology, the sister science of yoga, with me at http://www.quietmindastrology.com Keywords: marketing, business, spirituality, yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community, yoga teacher training, ytt.

Kate Lombardo's influence as a yoga instructor spans the globe, touching tens of thousands of students internationally. For almost a decade, Kate has been teaching and leading training programs through her award-winning yoga studios before expanding virtually through YogaRenew-- the world's leading online yoga teacher training program. She is an expert in vinyasa yoga sequencing and balances that with teaching yin classes, plus she can talk about the business of yoga all day long. She answers to many titles-- Yoga Director, CEO, CMO, Speak, Leader, Writer-- but most importantly... Mama. Kate primarily teaches online and in Hoboken, NJ where she lives with her husband and two children. 0:00 Kate and Jeremy had a conversation about Kate's role as the Yoga Director and CMO of Yoga Renew, an online Yoga Teacher training program. They discussed Kate's expertise in sequencing and helping yoga teachers with their business, as well as the opportunities and shifts in the yoga industry due to the pandemic. 5:03: Kate and Jeremy discussed the growth and reimagining of yoga teacher training and teaching, with Kate expressing her opinion that there is still room for more yoga teachers and trainings worldwide, especially in areas where yoga is not yet accessible. They also talked about the evolution of the path for new teachers, highlighting the importance of social media and online platforms in connecting with potential students and growing as a teacher. 9:46 Kate and Jeremy discuss the importance of using social media, specifically Instagram, to connect with people and build relationships in the yoga community. They emphasize the value of authenticity, serving others, and focusing on relationship building rather than solely on follower count or algorithm tricks. 14:21 Jeremy and Kate discussed the importance of authenticity and real connections on social media and in online courses. They also advised starting with organic marketing before investing in paid advertising to ensure that the audience is interested and engaged. 19:27 Kate and Jeremy discuss the effectiveness of running ads for free offerings rather than paid products. They emphasize the importance of building relationships through email marketing and learning about business in order to create a successful career as a yoga teacher. 23:52 Kate and Jeremy discussed the process of transitioning to full-time yoga teaching. They emphasized the importance of having a realistic understanding of financial needs, starting with a side job, gradually building up teaching opportunities, and acquiring business skills to eventually make the shift to teaching yoga full-time. 28:09 Kate and Jeremy discuss the importance of finding one's area of expertise as a yoga teacher and the value of deepening knowledge and experience in that specific area. They emphasize the need to teach what one has personally embodied and caution against teaching topics or poses that one has not fully experienced or understood. 36:26 Jeremy and Kate discussed the importance of being knowledgeable in certain areas as yoga teachers, while also acknowledging their limitations and being willing to seek help and resources when needed. They also expressed their interest in exploring new topics such as sequencing and sound healing, and the potential for collaboration and teamwork in their yoga businesses. - If you enjoy this podcast leave a review and share with a friend - Join the waitlist for the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Practice with me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Follow me on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga⁠⁠ - Follow my work in Vedic Astrology at http://www.quietmindastrology.com Keywords: spirituality, yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers

Kristine Weber, MA, C-IAYT, eRYT500 is a leading world authority on the neuroscientific benefits of slow, mindful movement and an advocate for the use of these practices as a solution to the healthcare crisis. She is leading the charge to get slow, mindful practices to people who desperately need them through her Subtle® Yoga Revolution series of online courses and trainings for yoga teachers – which have been praised by thousands all over the world. She recently wrote a great article in response to Dr Andrew Huberman and his Huberman Labs podcast. I invited her on to chat about it. Here's how her blog starts: “Dr. Huberman I’d love to talk to you about this [breathing] as a yoga therapist and armchair neuroscience geek who has spent more than a decade curating the research. I love your work and I realize scientific inquiry is by its very nature reductive. But you have taken an intricate and sophisticated ancient system that confers self-regulation – ethics + asana + pranayama + meditation – and reduced it to “box breathing” here. This is deeply problematic for a number of reasons. Self-regulation via yoga practices is basically achieved in four steps..." Read her blog here: ⁠https://subtleyoga.com/dear-dr-huberman/⁠ We discuss this in depth in this episode. 7:30 Jeremy and Kristine discussed the reductive default of defining yoga as solely physical postures (asana) and emphasized the importance of incorporating the ethical principles (yamas and niyamas) of yoga for self-regulation and moral cognition. They expressed interest in exploring the intersection of neuroscience and these ethical concepts in future conversations 16:08 Jeremy and Kristine discussed the importance of practicing the principles of yoga in a progressive manner, even though they don't have to be followed strictly in order. They also touched on the benefits of memorizing and teaching the yamas and niyamas, as well as the potential energetic and physiological effects of yoga postures beyond just stretching and strengthening. 26:30 Kristine and Jeremy discussed the emerging scientific understanding of the biofield and its connection to the subtle body in yoga. They explored research on the morphogenic field, physical correlates of the chakras, and the potential for deeper understanding of the mind-body connection through studying the biofield. 35:18 Kristine and Jeremy discuss the potential intersection of science, quantum physics, and the biofield in relation to yoga and meditation. They emphasize the importance of respecting the rich tradition of yoga and its vastness, while cautioning against oversimplifying practices like pranayama. 43:18 Jeremy and Kristine discussed the importance of understanding that not every breathing practice is suitable for everyone, as our breath is influenced by our personal history and survival patterns. They also emphasized the need for repetition over time to bring about lasting changes in traits and the importance of exploring and studying Pranayama for a deeper understanding of breathwork. Enjoy! - If you enjoy this podcast leave a review and share with a friend - Join the waitlist for the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Practice with me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Follow me on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠ - Follow my work in Vedic Astrology, including weekly horoscopes at ⁠http://www.quietmindastrology.com⁠ Keywords: spirituality, yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community, yoga teacher training, ytt. 

Thank you for supporting 4 years and 100 episodes of the Yoga Teacher Training podcast! In this episode I share some of my most popular lessons from episodes 1 - 100 including; How I've seen yoga classes change and evolve in recent years The most essential lessons about yoga anatomy How to work with imposter syndrome How to build a consistent practice and avoid burnout as a teacher How to apply the yamas & niyamas to your life Why cueing is the most essential skill in modern online yoga Have a favorite episode? Let me know in the comments on Instagram @quietmind.yoga So grateful to all the amazing people I've met through this podcast and excited for the next 100 episodes! ------------ - If you enjoy this podcast leave a review and share with a friend - Join the waitlist for the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Practice with me at ⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠⁠ - Follow me on Instagram at ⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga⁠ Keywords: tantra, spirituality, ashaya, yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community, yoga teacher training, ytt. 

Todd Norian is an international yoga teacher with 40+ years of experience. By steadfastly following his heart, Todd has lived an uncommon life: living like a monk for 13 years at the then-ashram Kripalu in Massachusetts; having an intense spiritual awakening that landed him for a brief stay in a psychiatric hospital; and overcoming the heartbreak of being spiritually betrayed by beloved teachers -- not once, but twice. We talk about the symbolism and philosphy of Tantra yoga and how to apply these powerful teachings to your life. Here are some of the topics we covered: - The deep symbolism of the Shiva Naturaja dance and those dancing Shiva statues we see so commonly in yoga and spiritual communities - The renunciate path and how it differs from the non-dual Shiva Shakta Tantra path. - The differences between classical yoga and Tantra, - How Tantra teaches to embrace life and see nature as an extension of spirit. - The paradox of non-duality and duality in the Advaita and Tantra traditions. - Todd shares about his spiritual awakening while living at an ashram. - Todd shares what it was like to experience scandal and betrayal, leading him to develop his own form of yoga that integrates body, mind, and heart. - - The importance of recognizing limitations as a path to liberation - The role of desire in Tantra, and how to discover what the heart most deeply desires. - How to integrate both the light and dark aspects of life through spiritual practice. To learn more about Todd and work with him, visit https://www.ashayayoga.com/ To purchase his book, Tantra Yoga : Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness, go to: https://amzn.to/3qXPnDV ------------ - If you enjoy this podcast leave a review and share with a friend - Join the waitlist for the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠⁠⁠ - Practice with me at ⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga⁠⁠ - Follow me on Instagram at ⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga Keywords: tantra, spirituality, ashaya, yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community, yoga teacher training, ytt. 

Susan Marrufo has been a yoga certified instructor since 2009, when she received her first 500-hour certification in Thailand after studying the classical yogic scriptures and esoteric tantric philosophy. Susan has since completed a residential internship with the Kripalu School of Yoga, where she taught in and project managed several Kripalu yoga teacher trainings as well as received her 2nd 500-hr teacher training certification from the Kripalu School of Yoga. She is now living in Guatemala and is the founder of the Samarasa Center. Learn more about Susan and her offerings, including Yoga, Sex & Death at https://www.samarasacenter.com/ --- If you enjoy this podcast leave a review and share with a friend! Join the waitlist for the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠⁠ Practice with me at ⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga⁠ Follow me on Instagram at ⁠http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga⁠ Keywords: yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community, yoga teacher training, ytt. 

Sarah Hannala is a trauma-informed Bhakti Yoga teacher, Reiki practitioner, Sound healer, Writer, Creative and Mental health advocate. She is currently based in Los Angeles, California. Devoted to the yogic path of Bhakti (love and devotion), Sarah strives to inspire others to use the path of devotion to connect deeper with their divine higher power and in turn, fall in love with themselves, others and the world itself. She is dedicated to supporting others in their healing journeys by offering an array of healing modalities that have supported her personal experience with addiction, mental health issues and navigating trauma. Follow Sarah at https://www.instagram.com/sarahhannala --- If you enjoy this podcast leave a review and share with a friend! Join the waitlist for the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠ Practice with me at http://www.quietmind.yoga Follow me on Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/quietmind.yoga Keywords: yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community, yoga teacher training, ytt. 

Yogi Aaron shares decades of experience and a unique approach to yoga that emphasizes activating muscles rather than passive stretching. Lots of great discussion and insights here! Check out his most recent book "Stop Stretching!" to learn more. Click here to join the waitlist for the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training. Thanks for listening! Jeremy

So many good stories in this one! Kewal is one of my mentors and someone I've learned a lot from. We talked about a wide range of topics including lessons he's learned from his 20+ years teaching, being authentic as a teacher, creating equity in yoga communities, and leading some of the most popular classes in Austin, TX. Check out Kewal's classes if you're ever in Austin. Click here to see Kewal's schedule. If you enjoy this podcast leave a review and share with a friend! Join the waitlist for the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt Keywords: yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community, yoga teacher training, ytt. 

Join the waitlist for Cue With Confidence at http://www.quietmind.yoga/cuewithconfidence One of the most common questions new teachers ask me is "How much should I be talking during class?" "Am I saying too much?" "Am I not saying enough?" In this episode I'll share 3 aspects of this question to consider for both students and teachers.  Learn much more about cueing at the Cue With Confidence workshop. Coming soon! Join the waitlist for Cue With Confidence at http://www.quietmind.yoga/cuewithconfidence Thanks for listening! Jeremy

Lily Allen-Duenas is an international yoga teacher, meditation guide, and holistic health and wellness coach. She helps overwhelmed individuals reduce their emotional overload, and find balance, breath, and space for self-care. Lily is the founder of the Wild Yoga Tribe and is the host of the Wild Yoga Tribe podcast. Follow her at https://wildyogatribe.com/ We talked about a wide range of topics including - How Lily got into yoga, became a teacher and started the Wild Yoga Tribe podcast - Nervous system regulation - The value of "gym yoga" - Creating an international community - Simple practices you can do to reduce stress - Yogic practices in relationship If you're a teacher seeking support with graphic design, copywriting and social media, check out Lily's website at http://wildyogatribe.com/copyxdesign To learn about the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt Thanks for listening! Jeremy

Click here to download the free PDF Hatha Yoga Sequence For Beginners Join the waitlist for the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at quietmind.yoga/ytt How do you create a safe and inviting space for students of all backgrounds? In this episode I share how to create a safe and inclusive space when teaching yoga Learn about ⭐️ What many people get wrong about "holding space" ⭐️ How to make a class feel great for all levels, from beginner to advanced ⭐️ The massive difference a few simple word changes can make to your student's experience Thanks for listening! Jeremy Follow on instagram @quietmind.yoga Keywords: yoga teachers, teaching yoga, quietmind, quiet mind, jeremy devens, devins (incorrect spelling :-), ytt

Join the FREE Thrive 2023 Workshop to learn 6 steps to increase your income and thrive through uncertain times.  In 2022, I happily spent over $12,000 on my own business coaching. In this lesson I share some of the best lessons I learned from my experience as both a client and a coach to others, based on last year and over six figures I've both invested and earned as a coach.  In this episode I'll share: 1. How to assure you'll get the results you want in your business 2. Why a coach with a bigger audience is not always the best option for a coach 3. Why 1-1 coaching is not always better than group coaching or online courses 4. What I found can work better than 1-1 coaching 5. The #1 rule I follow as a client working with coaches 6. How to get the most value out of what you learn For the past 3 years I've been offering coaching to yoga teachers on how to grow your online business. 2023 offers some unique challenges and opportunities for teaching online so I'll be sharing about them at the Thrive 2023 workshop. Click here to learn more and RSVP for the free Thrive 2023 workshop.  If you like this podcast, leave a rating and review and share with a friend! Thanks for listening! Jeremy

Click here to download the free PDF Hatha Yoga Sequence For Beginners at http://www.quietmind.yoga/beginnersequence Join the waitlist for the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at quietmind.yoga/ytt How to do you teach a yoga sequence for beginners?  In this episode I share one of my most popular sequences that I taught for years to a dedicated group of regular students. This is exactly what I teach inside the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training. Click the link above to get a free PDF download of the QYTT Manual page with this sequence. Learn about ⭐️ Learn a simple sequence you can teach to all levels of students, including beginners ⭐️ Learn best practices for teaching beginners ⭐️ Learn the most essential poses to include in beginner friendly classes ⭐️ Feel confident teaching a sequence based on thousands of teaching hours and 11+ years of experience.  Thanks for listening! Jeremy Follow on instagram @quietmind.yoga Keywords: yoga teachers, teaching yoga, quietmind, quiet mind, jeremy devens, devins (incorrect spelling :-), ytt

Join the waitlist for the next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at quietmind.yoga/ytt Cait Rumak graduated from the QYTT just over a year ago and her life has changed dramatically since then. We talk about: ⭐️ The importance of "doing something just for yourself" ⭐️ How to navigate major life changes like divorce, losing friends and changing careers when you begin living life more in alignment with your values ⭐️ How Cait became part of a retreat business and has already taught at retreats around the world ⭐️ Cait's advice for people who want to become teachers Thanks for listening! Jeremy Follow on instagram @quietmind.yoga Keywords: yoga teachers, teaching yoga, quietmind, quiet mind, jeremy devens, ytt

The Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training Mentorship & Certification is OPEN for a limited time now! Learn more and enroll at quietmind.yoga/ytt On the surface yoga is all about "how" to do things. Place your foot here, reach your arm there. Do this or that. This is all on the surface, the anamaya kosha, the physical body. What's really interesting about yoga is not just the how, but the when, where and why of the poses. Everything in yoga has an energetic effect, and real mastery of yoga practice is not just about knowing 'how' to do poses, but when, where and why. What are the effects of this pose and how does it relate to others. This is something we explore in the free Deepen Your Practice series, still available for a limited time with two bonus live sessions coming this week! Learn more and enroll in that for free at quietmind.yoga/deepenyourpractice Thanks for listening! Jeremy Follow on instagram @quietmind.yoga Keywords: yoga teachers, teaching yoga, quietmind, quiet mind, jeremy devens, ytt

Click here to join the free live training: Deepen Your Yoga Practice One of my favorite topics to study outside of yoga is quantum physics. It's so fascinating and validates a lot of the ancient yoga philosophy with modern science about how the universe works. We know that everything in the universe (including us) is made up of atoms, but what are atoms made of? These are called subatomic particles, but the interesting thing is they only appear as particles (forms) when we observe them, otherwise they behave more like waves (potential energy). This is the like the relationship of parusha (spirit) and prakriti (form) in yoga philosophy. We are literally creating our reality based on what we put our attention on! This is why I say your intention is so important. Your intention determines your attention, and what you put your attention creates your feelings, your actions, your results and everything else in your life. More than time, money and energy, I believe your attention is your most valuable asset, because it is what leads to creating all three of those things, and everything else in our lives. This is why I started the free Deepen Your Yoga Practice series with setting an intention for the training. You can join the free training here. In this new episode of the Yoga Teacher Training podcast I share about all of the above and the fascinating ways quantum physics applies in yoga and in life.  Enjoy! If you like this podcast leave a review and rating in Apple podcasts and share with a friend.  Thanks for listening! Jeremy Keywords: yoga teachers, teaching yoga, quietmind, quiet mind, jeremy devens, ytt Quote: “The idea of an objective real world whose smallest parts exist objectively in the same sense as stones or trees exist, independently of whether or not we observe them ... is impossible” Werner Heisenberg

Join the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training waitlist at http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt Enrollment only opens once a year, this September! Imposter Syndrome is "the persistent inability to believe that one's success is deserved or has been legitimately achieved as a result of one's own efforts or skills." In this episode I offer a new definition of imposter syndrome and a new way to think about your teaching when this voice comes up. Keywords: YTT, Teacher Training, Quietmind Yoga, Jeremy Devens

Get your free birth chart at http://www.quietmindastrology.com Join the FREE International Yoga Teacher Summit at https://engaunite.com/international-yoga-teacher-summit/ Lead by Annie Dunhof of Enga Unite Get my Free Essential Cues Guide at http://www.quietmind.yoga/cues Watch the video of this interview on the YTT YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/YdsRRS6pQjE

Join the FREE International Yoga Teachers Summit Get Annie's Free Quiz: "Whats Your Style of Teaching" Watch the video of this interview on my YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/R73lCSRAQwU Get my free Essential Cues guide at http://www.quietmind.yoga/cues

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Join the FREE Live Workshop: Thrive Teaching Online at www.thriveteachingonline.com/workshop One of the most common questions I hear from yoga teachers is "how do i grow my classes?" Should you focus on Instagram, or YouTube or something else? In the Thrive Teaching Online Workshop I'll share a much more empowering question to ask yourself to reliably grow your audience every day, with way less effort, even when you're not teaching! Today I address the question of "what do you do when your class attendance is dropping." How do you show up when nobody shows up? I encourage you to think outside of the box of weekly drop in classes, so everything I share here will apply to classes, but also workshops, courses and other offers that I teach step by step inside of the Thrive Teaching Online coaching program. Topics Covered In This Episode 1 - Why this Bhagavad Gita quote is so relevant to your business and marketing: “You have the right to work, but never to the fruit of the work. You should never engage in action for the sake of reward, nor should you long for inaction.” 2 - The common mistake of comparing your internal experience to someone else external results. Comparing your internal thought process and behind the scenes to their likes, comments, views and shares without knowing how they got to those results.Limiting Belief: "If I want growth like successful teachers, I need to model their __________The Truth: "If I want growth like successful teachers, I need to model their ___________ 3 - Why so many teachers fall into the "Homer Simpson With A Shotgun" method of marketingLimiting Belief: "People aren't coming to my classes because  _____________" The Truth: "People come to my classes when _________" 4 - Why you can't hide it if you start marketing from desperation.Limiting Belief: "If this class grows *then* I'll ________"The Truth: "When I know what result I want to have, I can ________ and getting that result will become inevitable." 5 - The pains of marketing from obligationLimiting Belief: "I *need* to be on Instagram" The Truth: "I can _________ my _______________!" Thanks For Listening!Jeremy Devens, Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training

Signup for the FREE workshop: Thrive Teaching Online at thriveteachingonline.com/workshop In 2016, after 5 years of yoga certifications, I realized something was missing. I had a ton of personal and spiritual growth, but almost no material or financial growth. I moved around Austin from one guest room to another until I found a place I wanted to live with awesome roommates. When I asked how much it cost to live there I said "oh wow, nevermind, I wont be able to afford that." The cost was $500 a month. With all bills and food included.  I started to question the path I was on. How could I serve my students if I can't even pay my bills? So instead of taking another yoga training, I took a business training. For six years I studied with some of the best marketing, sales and business teachers in the world. This was not separate from my spiritual path at all. It was the best thing I could have done for my personal growth. The teachers I resonated with most lived yogic principles like ahimsa and aparigraha. They also happened to be the most successful ones.  Since then, I've become more confident, focused, and more myself than ever before. As a reflection of my internal growth, my business has seen massive growth too. After 350k+ podcast downloads and creating a six figure business doing only work I love, I want to give back. If you want to grow your yoga business and see similar results, then I created something you'll love. It's a free workshop called Thrive Teaching Online on Tuesday April 26th at 2pm CST. I'm opening this workshop to the public, and offering 1-1 mentoring to a few dedicated teachers. This is for you if you want to increase your income, grow your audience and transition to only doing work you love. My goal is to help you achieve those results and save years of trial, error, overwhelm and frustration. If you’re interested, go to thriveteachingonline.com/workshop to sign up for the free workshop. 

As yoga teachers we all experience doubts, fears, setbacks and obstacles. That is unavoidable, and the more you teach, the more you'll experience these challenges. The question is not how to prevent them, but how to navigate them when they arise. Today I'll share how to use Vedic Astrology, the ancient sister science of yoga to better understand your strengths, weaknesses and opportunities as a teacher. I'll share examples of how I've used this as well as teachers in the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training, so that you can better live in alignment and integrity with your unique gifts and purpose.  Get your free birth chart: https://www.quietmindastrology.com Follow on Instagram: @quietmind.yoga Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.quietmind.yoga/youtube Quietmind Astrology Podcast http://www.quietmindastrology.com Thanks for listening! Jeremy Keywords: Yoga Teachers, Yoga Teacher, YTT, Asana, Postures, Poses, Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Poses, Maslow, Mind/Body, Yoga History, Quietmind Yoga, QYTT, Jeremy Devens