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Moment of Stillness with Etai Atula
Moment of Stillness is hosted by Etai Atula, a yoga teacher, writer, and musician, blending ancient wisdom with modern tools for transformation. In each episode, Etai shares his journey of self-discovery, offering bite-sized insights, practical teachings, and deep reflections to help you overcome the struggles of modern life and reconnect with your truest self.
Moment of Stillness with Etai Atula
16 yoga philosophy tricks to make your life 100x better
I’m sharing 16 powerful mindset shifts that will help you feel more in control of your life, reduce stress, and overcome physical pain—straight from the wisdom of ancient yoga philosophy. These simple yet transformative practices have completely changed my life and the lives of my students, and I know they can do the same for you!
00:00 Introduction: Transform Your Life with Yoga Philosophy
00:21 Non-Attachment to Outcomes
01:17 Choosing Contentment Now
02:14 Life as a Movie Plot: Growth Opportunities
03:12 Breathwork for Transitions
04:48 Start and End Your Day with a Smile
05:43 Truth and Non-Violence in Conversations
06:27 Mentally Rehearsing Success
07:25 Beginner's Mind: Embrace the Novice
08:09 Creating Distance from Negative Thoughts
09:38 Stretch Breaks for a Sedentary Lifestyle
10:46 Mindfulness in Mundane Tasks
11:57 Stillness Before Emotional Responses
13:18 Replacing Goals with Values
14:25 Equanimous Decisions: Balance Comfort and Discipline
15:14 Water the Plants You Want to See Grow
15:58 Reframe Negative Thoughts
17:12 Conclusion: Implementing Mindset Tweaks
What You’ll Learn:
Non-attachment to outcomes: How letting go of expectations can lead to freedom.
Choosing contentment now: Finding happiness in the present moment.
Reframing obstacles as opportunities: Using challenges for personal growth.
Optimizing transitions with breathwork: How to stay focused and grounded.
Starting and ending your day with a smile: The power of joy in daily life.
Speaking with truth and kindness: How to use your words as a force for good.
Mentally rehearsing success: How visualization can make your dreams inevitable.
Approaching life with a beginner’s mind: The magic of playfulness and discovery.
Creating distance between yourself and your thoughts: How to detach from negative thinking.
Takeaway Tips:
Practice mindfulness and breathwork throughout your day.
Learn how to reframe obstacles as blessings.
Bring a beginner's mind to even the most mundane tasks.
Make sure to stick around for the final tip—it’s my personal favorite, and you’ve probably never heard anything like it before!