Let's Talk Yoga
Arundhati is an immigrant Indian yoga teacher, living in the US. She's grown a 6 figure yoga business singlehandedly. Self-taught, hardworking, and passionate, she's changing the yoga conversation to include more Indian yoga teachers. This podcast covers topics like cultural appropriation of yoga, yoga teacher training, practicing yoga in business, and much more...Whether you're a student or a teacher, you'll find valuable insight, strategies, free downloads, and raw conversations. Tune in every Tuesday for a new episode! More good stuff on our website - letstalk.yoga.
Let's Talk Yoga
What Are the Essentials of Spirituality with Ram Jain
April 12, 2024
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Arundhati Baitmangalkar
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Episode 146
Spirituality is a term that is frequently used in our yoga communities. However, what does spirituality actually signify when it comes to yoga? To discover the answer to this question, I am thrilled to introduce a new guest, Ram Jain, who will be discussing the fundamental principles of spirituality.
Episode Highlights:
- What spirituality means in the context of yoga
- How does one begin their spiritual journey in yoga
- The difference in spiritual perception between yogis and modern-day practitioners
- Can yoga bring one happiness?
- Should someone practice yoga to find more joy?
- The six pillars of happiness
- Recognizing and addressing the imbalances in the six pillars of happiness
- The difference between religion and spirituality from the lens of yoga
- Is yoga a religious practice?
- Things to keep in mind in walking the path of spirituality
- How does one teach themselves to reflect?
- Other essentials of spirituality?
- Temporary guide for someone who hasn't yet found a guide or teacher
- Recommended scriptures to study
- Introducing the concept of deeper yoga and reflection to students
- How can a yoga or an asana teacher improve their confidence when it comes to sharing yoga?
- Defining what spirituality is going to be individually
- Navigating the individual spiritual journey inside relationships
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