All of Yoga
Yoga is so much more than the physical practice. This podcast explores all of yoga; what meditation is and the benefits, the roots, history and philosophy of yoga, how simple concepts can help us live a more peaceful life, and how to approach the physical aspect of yoga in a safe and beneficial way. If you’re brand new to yoga and wondering what it’s all about, or you’re an experienced yogi looking to learn more about all of yoga - this podcast is for you.
Episodes
61 episodes
62. Being a wreck when 'everything is fine!'
Ok, so this is where we are. From the outside, everything in your life 'looks fine'. But on the inside, your tummy is tense, you're gripping your jaw, and you've got this feeling that you've forgotten something... or that something ...
61. Always in a rush
You're whizzing around the supermarket, tense and I'm silently swearing at this slow person in front of you. Rushing to get home, to cook, to get on the phone, then to get off the phone, to put the laundry away.Except... there isn't act...
60. Spotting small moments of joy
When life is life-y, it's common (and human) for our attention to be more on 'what's wrong'. The brain becomes busy scanning for problems, looking for what needs fixing and preparing for what might happen next. It's a normal part of...
59. We'll see
In this episode of All of Yoga, we explore two simple words that can make a surprisingly big difference when you're worrying about the future: we'll see.Drawing on the principles of Karma Yoga and non-attachment, we look at...
58. What is the kindest thing you can do, right now?
Let me ask you, what is the kindest thing you can do right now? Let's use a bit of calm time, some yoga philosophy, and a little bit of neuroscience to find out, shall we? Be guided through a meditation to arrive, befor...
57. The Neuroscience of Back Pain
If you've been living with back pain for a few weeks or longer, you've probably been told that you need to strengthen something, stretch something, improve your posture. Sometimes those things help, certainly. But sometimes they don...
56. Do the thing (even with fear!)
Fear doesn’t always mean stop. Sometimes fear appears because something matters.This meditation is for the moments when a part of you wants to move forwards… but a different part of you wants to stay safe.A conversation you need t...
53. Gratitude body scan
What happens when we stop criticising our body and spend a few moments appreciating it instead? In this guided gratitude body scan, we move attention through the body with curiosity and awareness, inviting you to notice some of the ...
52. How find perfect alignment in every yoga pose
In this episode, we explore the idea of perfect alignment through yoga philosophy, body awareness and modern understanding of movement.Inspired by conversations that regularly arise during our 200-hour yoga teacher training, this episode...
51. Dirgha pranayama: The what, why and how
In this episode of the All of Yoga podcast, we explore Dirgha Pranayama, often translated as “three-part breath” or “long breath”, through both traditional yoga teachings and modern breathing science.We’ll explore what Dirgha Pranayama i...
50. What to do today, to sleep better tonight
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49. A night time Yoga Nidra for a fabulous tomorrow
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48. Explore your energy: A prana meditation
In yoga, prana is your vital life force. It’s not something you can see or touch, but it’s certainly something you can learn to feel, understand, and work with.This meditation is a gentle introduction to prana, combined with a practical ...
47. Slow breathing and the science of the relaxation response
In this episode, we explore the science of slow breathing, a super simple and effective way to regulate your nervous system, including how your breath reflects your internal state, how it influences your brain and body, and how to use it to mov...
46. Doing more is not the answer - meditation
Doing more is not the answer!This episode is a guided meditation centred around brahmacharya - one of the yamas in yoga philosophy.Often translated as chastity, or celibacy, brahmacharya can also be understood as:📖 whe...
45. Yoga for immune support
When I first started teaching yoga (I won't say when 👀), I almost never got asked about the immune system. Fast forward to now, and the following question - or a variation of it - comes up almost weekly: "How can yoga ...
44. Future-you-self-care
When you think of self care, you might picture a bath, a walk, or a quiet moment with a cup of tea.And while those things can be helpful, there is another aspect to self care:Future you self care - Small, inte...
43. Your yoga tiramisu
We all know that moment in the afternoon when your energy dips, and you really struggle to focus.And often, our instinct is to push through - another coffee, another task, more effort.But what if what you actually need… is a pause...
42. Putting your order in
As trainees start to prepare for our yoga teacher training, I send over a few journal prompts, just to get cogs turning about the ups and downs of life, how and why things happen, and much more. One of these is about, wha...
41. Sleep beautifully from tonight - a bedtime nervous system reset
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40. Widening your window of tolerance
Why do some days feel easy… and others completely overwhelming?One day you can handle traffic, difficult conversations and unexpected problems without much trouble. But, the next day, the smallest inconvenience can tip you over th...
39. An afternoon Yoga Nidra pick-me-up
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38. Nadi shodhana: The what, why and how
Feeling frazzled, foggy, or overstimulated? This episode is your invitation to slow down, balance your nervous system, and discover one of yoga’s breath practices: Nadi Shodhana - also known as Alternate Nostril Breathing.This simple yet...