Musings with Eva & Gabriel: Recent Episodes

Eva and Gabriel

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An honest, open, and inspiring podcast with Eva Kiviluoma and Gabriel Maldonado.

We discuss Yoga, Applied Philosophy, Lifestyle, Nutrition, and many other topics simply and profoundly. Thank you for listening and enjoy the show!

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about lifestyle: what is meant by lifestyle & why is it important? They share 5 lifestyle habits they avoid, how to replace them with healthier options, and 5 lifestyle habits they love. Listen & test these science & personal experience-based lifestyle habits out for yourself!

SHOW NOTES:

Yoga Holiday in Spain, April 2025

www.purnayogaholidays.com

Online Yoga Library with Eva & Gabriel

www.evagabriel.com

Free Guide to Better Back Health & Relaxation

www.fromtensiontofreedom.com

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In this episode, Eva and professional singer Silja Kulo talk about the power of sound. Learn why Yoga and many other Spiritual traditions consider the voice so profoundly impactful. Hear Silja's story from the Academic to the Intuitive and what simple, practical tools she gives to create a more loving and respectful relationship with your voice. Enjoy the episode!

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Learn more about Silja's music & upcoming events:

Silja's Music: www.soundcloud.com/siljakulo

Facebook: www.facebook.com/SiljaSerafina

Instagram: www.instagram.com/kulosilja

Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/@siljakulo2158

Her most famous Mantra ''I am Pure Love'' can be listened to here.

Yoga Holiday in Spain, April 2025

www.purnayogaholidays.com

Online Yoga Library

www.evagabriel.com

Online Live classes
with Eva on Mondays, here.
with Gabriel on Tuesdays, here.

Join our email list & get the Free Guide
www.fromtensiontofreedom.com
Stay tuned for our next Back Health & Relaxation Webinar
www.backhealthkeys.com/webinar

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In this special episode, Eva & Gabriel meet their teacher, Yoga Master & Purna Yoga Co-Founder Aadil Palkhivala.

It's a special episode, because it's not every day that you get to hear a relaxed and fun conversation with someone, who has studied and lived Yoga from the age of 7.

Enjoy this profound conversation!

Want to watch the video of this episode?

Watch it here: https://youtu.be/d4rxeF_yniM

SHOW NOTES:

Get connected with Aadil in many different ways:

  1. Fire of Love- Book by Aadil
  2. If you are in Europe, you can buy it from Nicola's studio in Helsinki: www.purnayogahelsinki.fi
  3. If you are in the US, you can buy using the following link:
  4. https://shop.aliveandshine.com/product/fire-of-love/

  5. 14-day Free Trial Alive & Shine Membership

  6. You can stay connected with Aadil and further learn from Aadil:
  7. Free weekly pre-recorded asana class with Aadil
  8. Free monthly pre-recorded abundant living class with Aadil
  9. Free access to many videos with Aadil in On-Demand Library
  10. 15% off live workshops with Aadil
  11. There are also live online classes and on demand classes with teachers who have trained directly with Aadil for many years.

  12. Link to sign up

  13. https://aliveandshinecenter.com/membership/

  14. Cleanse & Renew your Lymphatic System | Live Workshop

  15. LIVE Workshop with Aadil, Sunday, July 28, 8 - 10 am PST
  16. Free Recording of the workshop for 30 days for those who register.
  17. https://aliveandshinecenter.com/workshops/
  18. Sign up for Classes & Workshops without Membership
  19. There is also the option to sign up for classes & workshops individually with Aadil without being a member.
  20. Website: https://aliveandshinecenter.com

Follow Aadil on Social Media!

Instagram: @aadilyoga

Facebook: @AadilPalkhivala

Join our online library and take a class with us today at

www.evagabriel.com

Yoga Holiday in Spain, April 2025

www.purnayogaholidays.com

Back in Balance Webinar

Want to feel better in your back?

Download our FREE GUIDE for Better Back Health & Relaxation and stay updated on our next Live Webinar date:

www.fromtensiontofreedom.com

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In this episode, the second of the interviewing series, Eva & Gabriel sit down with their colleague Bella. Bella is a fellow Purna Yoga Teacher, based in Seattle, US. Hear Bella's story, and what it's been like to work with Yoga Master Aadil Palkhivala and Meditation Master Savitri. Bella also shares what she thinks is the most important wisdom she's learned from them. Enjoy the talk!

SHOW NOTES:

Free Webinar on Back Health & Relaxation

This Sunday!

www.backhealthkeys.com/webinar

Bella's fun classes:

www.aliveandshinecenter.com

Bella's lovely hand-made soaps:

www.shop.aliveandshine.com

Purna Yoga Holiday in Spain, 2025

Registration is open at:

www.purnayogaholidays.com

Online Yoga Library

www.evagabriel.com

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This episode is the first of a series of interviews with interesting and inspiring individuals who have through their struggles and search found ways to help others.

Today we sat down with the Founder of Paleokauppa.fi, Jalmari Ellonen. He will share how he healed his chronic digestive disorder and ended up helping others enjoy high-quality foods through his online shop. We also talked about 3 high-nutrient-dense foods that anyone can add to their daily diet easily.

Enjoy the talk!

Ps. The references to studies can be found at the bottom.
SHOW NOTES:
Your nutrient-dense foods await at Paleokauppa.fi
Get 10% Off with code: EVA10
Yoga Holiday in Spain, April 2025
www.purnayogaholidays.com
Online Yoga with Eva & Gabriel
www.evagabriel.com
Back Pain? Neck tension? Difficulty recovering?
Get our FREE GUIDE at www.fromtensiontofreedom.com

Shilajit References:

  1. Carrasco-Gallardo, C., Guzmán, L., & Maccioni, R. B. (2012). Shilajit: A Natural Phytocomplex with Potential Procognitive Activity. International Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, 2012, Article ID 674142. https://doi.org/10.1155/2012/674142
  2. Bhattacharya, S. K., Sen, A. P., Ghosal, S., & Bhattacharya, S. (2000). Effects of Shilajit on biogenic free radicals. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 70(1), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0378-8741(99)00151-6
  3. Mishra, L. C., & Singh, B. B. (2010). Scientific Basis for the Therapeutic Use of Shilajit in Treating Osteoporosis. Journal of Medicinal Food, 13(1), 1-7. https://doi.org/10.1089/jmf.2009.1204
  4. Pandit, S., Biswas, S., Jana, U., De, D., & Mukherjee, A. (2016). Clinical Evaluation of Purified Shilajit on Testosterone Levels in Healthy Volunteers. Andrologia, 48(5), 570-575. https://doi.org/10.1111/and.12538
  5. Ghosal, S., Lal, J., & Srivastava, R. (2010). Shilajit: Chemical, Biological, and Clinical Aspects. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 24(1), 1-15. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jep.2010.08.033

Bone Broth & Collagen References:

1. Proksch, E., Schunck, M., Zague, V., Segger, D., Degwert, J., & Oesser, S. (2014). Oral Intake of Specific Bioactive Collagen Peptides Reduces Skin Wrinkles and Increases Dermal Matrix Synthesis. *Skin Pharmacology and Physiology*, 27(3), 113-119. https://doi.org/10.1159/000355523
2. Clark, K. L., Sebastianelli, W., Flechsenhar, K. R., Aukermann, D. F., Meza, F., Millard, R. L., Deitch, J. R., Sherbondy, P. S., & Albert, A. (2008). 24-Week Study on the Use of Collagen Hydrolysate as a Dietary Supplement in Athletes with Activity-Related Joint Pain. *Current Medical Research and Opinion*, 24(5), 1485-1496. https://doi.org/10.1185/030079908X291967
3. König, D., Oesser, S., Scharla, S., Zdzieblik, D., & Gollhofer, A. (2018). Specific Collagen Peptides Improve Bone Mineral Density and Bone Markers in Postmenopausal Women—A Randomized Controlled Study. *Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry*, 66(21), 5525-5530. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jafc.8b01020
4. Zdzieblik, D., Oesser, S., Baumstark, M. W., Gollhofer, A., & König, D. (2015). Collagen Peptide Supplementation in Combination with Resistance Training Improves Body Composition and Increases Muscle Strength in Elderly Sarcopenic Men: A Randomized Controlled Trial. *British Journal of Nutrition*, 114(8), 1237-1245. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0007114515002810
5. Shimizu, T., Kubota, Y., Tanaka, N., Shiba, M., Shirakura, Y., Asahara, T., & Itoh, M. (2017). Collagen-Derived Peptide Supplements Improve Aging-Related Arterial Stiffness: A Placebo-Controlled Randomized Double-Blind Study. *Journal of Atherosclerosis and Thrombosis*, 24(11), 1125-1135. https://doi.org/10.5551/jat.38712

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In this episode, of which the listeners voted on the topic, Eva & Gabriel talk about their top 5 foods to avoid and top 5 to include in their daily diet. Food is a constant interest for humans because we need it to survive. In today's choice-filled world, knowing what is worth eating is sometimes hard. Listen up & hear Eva's & Gabriel's take on this.

Enjoy!

SHOW NOTES:
Want to heal your back & relax better? Get our free guide at www.fromtensiontofreedom.com

Yoga Holiday in Spain
www.purnayogaholidays.com

Online Yoga Library - take your first class today!
www.evagabriel.com

EPISODE NOTES:

Learn about the history of Canola oil here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQ3oSp6_FOE

Aspartame health risks according to WHO
https://www.who.int/news/item/14-07-2023-aspartame-hazard-and-risk-assessment-results-released

The harms of MSG
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5938543/
Alcohol effects on health
https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohols-effects-health/alcohols-effects-body

Grass Fed Organic Bone Broth
Get 10% OFF by using CODE: EVA10
https://www.paleokauppa.fi/p/nordic-kings-ruoholla-ruokittu-naudan-luuliemijauhe-500g

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What is the difference between an exploring state and a performing state? Why is it that we get stuck in the performance mindset so often? In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about the state that Yoga encourages and why.

Enjoy listening!

SHOW NOTES:

Online Yoga Library

Join Eva & Gabriel for a yoga class and put this topic into action at www.evagabriel.com

Yoga Holiday in Spain

The next holiday is in April 2025, more information here: www.purnayogaholidays.com

Want to heal your back and relax better?

Download the Free Guide at www.fromtensiontofreedom.com

Free Introduction to Heartfull Meditation class

Take it here.

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In this solo episode, Eva talks about the practice of Meditation. What is meditation? What are the different Meditation styles and techniques? Eva also shares the 7 reasons why she loves and teaches Heartfull® Meditation. Enjoy the talk!

SHOW NOTES:

Where to start meditation?

FREE HEARTFULL® MEDITATION CLASS can be found here.

More information about Heartfull® Meditation:

https://heartfullmeditation.com/

Try a guided Relaxation to reduce anxiety in our Online Library at www.evagabriel.com

Studies referenced in this episode:

Johns Hopkins Study

Harvard Study

Emory University Study

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel continue unpacking the next step of the 8 limbs of Yoga. How did Yoga become the way you know it today? What are the postures all about? What's the goal? This and much more, in this fun episode!

Enjoy listening!

SHOW NOTES:

History of Asana

The video of Krishanacharya doing yoga poses at the age of 50 in 1938 can be seen here.

Yoga Library with Eva & Gabriel

Join us for an invigorating or calming Purna Yoga asana class at www.evagabriel.com

Purna Yoga Holiday in April, 2025

More information and inquieries at

www.purnayogaholidays.com

Want to feel Back in Balance?

Download our free guide at

www.fromtensiontofreedom.com

More information about Eva's & Liana's relaxation project coming soon!

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In this profound episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about the last Niyama, which is often said to be the ''easiest'' step. However, be it a simple step it is not easy. Have a listen to this deep conversation and enjoy the time to reflect and be inspired to see your life from a different perspective.

SHOW NOTES:

Purna Yoga Holiday, April 2025

www.purnayogaholidays.com

Yoga Library with Eva & Gabriel

www.evagabriel.com

Free Yoga Guide

www.fromtensiontofreedom.com

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In this episode, a continuation of the Yoga Philosophy Series, Eva & Gabriel talk about the importance of the great practice of Svadhyaya. This is a practice that everyone who's ever had true wisdom has done for many years. Starting to apply Svadhyaya into our lives brings us revelations, insights & understanding of aspects of our inner lives we didn't ''get'' before.

Enjoy the talk!

SHOW NOTES:

Yoga Holiday in Spain

⁠www.purnayogaholidays.com ⁠

Online Yoga Library

⁠www.evagabriel.com⁠

7 Movements for Better Back Health & Relaxation Guide

⁠www.fromtensiontofreedom.com⁠

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In this episode, you'll learn about the Yogic concept of Tapas, or Tapasya and no, it's not the Spanish Tapas!

SHOW NOTES:

Aadil Palkhivala's Story of the three merchants:

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C4quXslLWlB/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Yoga Holiday in Spain, April 2024:

Read more here: www.purnayogaholidays.com

Online Yoga Library:

www.evagabriel.com

Free eGuide ''7 movements for better back health & relaxation'':

www.fromtensiontofreedom.com

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The second Universal Principle in Yoga is what Eva & Gabriel discuss in this inspiring episode. Why is contentment a more sustainable strategy for your life as compared to excitement and thrill? Why is it so difficult for us to feel content with our lives? How to start tapping into this inner state of Santosha in your daily life? This, and much more in this episode!

SHOW NOTES:

Yoga holiday in Spain

April 14-21, 2024

www.purnayogaholidays.com

Online Yoga Library

Take a class with us anytime!

www.evagabriel.com

Back in Balance Course

Bring your back & nervous system back to balance

Download the Free Guide: www.fromtensiontofreedom.com

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Gabriel is back from Chile! With this episode, Eva & Gabriel are starting a new Series on how to live Yoga through the ancient wisdom of the Niyamas. This is the first of five episodes that will help you bring more harmony, more joy and more clarity into your life. Enjoy the talk!

SHOW NOTES:

Yoga Holiday in Malaga, Spain

April 14-21, 2024

More information & bookings:

www.purnayogaholidays.com

Online Yoga Library

Take your first class today!

Find your class here: www.evagabriel.com

Thank you for letting us support you in the practice that leads you back to Your Self.

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In this episode, as we welcome the second month of 2023, Eva & Gabriel discuss 3 steps that are necessary to have smooth progress. Find answers to questions like:

Why is progress necessary? How to start progressing on your chosen path? How to accelerate your progress?

Enjoy listening!

Show Notes:

Yoga Holiday in Spain, April 14-21

More information here.

Yoga library with Eva & Gabriel

Take you first class here!

Free Webinar on Back Health & Relaxation

Register for the next session in February, here.

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This episode is a great reminder for all of us for the New Year!

It's long because at the end there is A GIFT FOR YOU. Listen to the episode to find out what the gift is!

In this episode Eva & Gabriel discuss true relaxation and how Yoga understands it. You will also receive tools to relax all different part of your being.

Enjoy the relaxing episode!

SHOW NOTES:

Guided Relaxation by Eva

Starts at 49:35.

FREE WEBINAR on Back Health & Relaxation

Thursday 11.1 at 7.30 pm (EET)

Register here.

Become our Beta Student?

Find the one-time offer to our course here.

Join the Facebook Community for more tools

Back in Balance Hub, here.

Yoga Library

Find your classes here.

Yoga Holiday in Spain, April 2024

More information here.

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The end of the year is drawing near and Christmas preparations are in their full swing. In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about the most powerful feeling we can enter to make peace with the past as well as meet the present moment in calm contentment. Enjoy the talk!

Show Notes:

Our movie recommendations for the Holiday Season:

  • About time

  • It's a wonderful life

Free Webinar for back health & resilient a nervous system

4.1.2024 & 11.1.2024

More information will be announced in our Facebook Community ''Back in Balance Hub''. Join the group free of charge here.

Online Yoga library

Enjoy your yoga practice at home with us or gift a subscription to your loved ones! Find it here.

Yoga Holiday in Spain, April 2024

More information here.

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Low back pain is a very common issue in today's world. Many of us struggle with it. Both of us have had our own experiences with pain and discomfort in the lower back and both of us have healed with Purna Yoga. Enjoy learning about the deeper perspectives that Yoga offers us on low back pain!

Feel free to share this episode with your friends & loved ones who may be suffering from low back issues.

Show Notes:

Our free eGuide with 7 movements for back pain & relaxation

Can be downloaded free of charge at

www.fromtensiontofreedom.com

Online Yoga Library

with many classes for low back tension release can be found at www.evagabriel.com

Yoga Holiday in Spain

April 2024

Read more about it at www.purnayogaholidays.com

Healing Back Pain Book by John E. Sarno

can be bought here.

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about money. How does the ancient wisdom of Yoga see money? How can we, in the world we live in today where money is an essential aspect of living, apply this ancient wisdom? Enjoy the new perspectives, becoming aware & hopefully challenging pre-existing beliefs around this hot topic.

Show Notes:

Back health & relaxation Survey

Thank you for helping us!

Fill out the survey here.

Yoga Holiday in Spain

November 19-25

www.purnayogaholidays.com

Yoga library with Eva & Gabriel

Take a class today!

www.evagabriel.com

Further education on the topic of money

Jim Rohn: video, books

Tony Robbins: books, video

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about the physiology (body) and the psychology (mind) being deeply linked with each other. Learn what strength and flexibility of mind mean and how to develop them. Enjoy the talk!

Show Notes:

Yoga Holiday in Spain

November 19-25, 2023

www.purnayogaholidays.com

Yoga library with Eva & Gabriel

Create flexibility & strength in your body and mind today at:

www.evagabriel.com

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about the lifestyle aspect of yoga. We are all affected by our surroundings. Enjoy this episode and learn how to make your home the safe & beautiful temple it can be!

Show notes:

  • Shanna Swan, PhD: https://www.shannaswan.com/

  • Recommendation:

Learn more about endocrine-disrupting chemicals in an entertaining way in this video by After Skool: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uo-kSxHNSDQ&t=15s

  • Want to learn more about women's hormonal health? Listen to the episode with Menstrual Cycle Educator Carmen Lorenzana here.

  • Our favorite organic non-scented Castile Soap from a Finnish webshophere.

  • Our favorite De Buyer pans are now on offer. Check them out here.

  • The shower filter we use can be found here.

  • Want to shift to organic cosmetic products but don't know where to start? Try the Rose water & Jojoba oil and see how they feel!

  • Have more questions?

Email us at kiviluomaeva@gmail.com

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Resistance creates tension. In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about the different resistances that we carry within us and how to break free from their tension. Enjoy the profound conversation!

Show Notes:

Yoga Holiday in Spain, November 2023

www.purnayogaholidays.com

Yoga Library with Eva & Gabriel

www.evagabriel.com

Fall into Wellness - Changing your habits classes

Read more & sign up here.

Heal you hands - 3 part online course with Eva

Read more & sign up here.

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The change of the season is here and with it our routines change. This can be a bumpy shift and also a fruitful one. In this episode, Eva & Gabriel offer you 5 tips to make your Autumn Season great. Enjoy the talk!

Show Notes:

Seasonal Foods: Zucchini Lasagna

Recipe here.

Yoga Holiday in Spain, November 2023

www.purnayogaholidays.com

Online Yoga Library

Take your first class here.

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Summer is coming to a close with the last weekend of August ahead of us. For many, this means a return to routines. This time holds an opportunity: to create new routines and habits. In this episode, Eva & Gabriel discuss 7 tips for a healthy and productive morning. Enjoy the talk!

Show Notes:

Purna Yoga Morning Series

Try it here.

Online Yoga library morning classes

Take a class now.

Purna Yoga Holiday in Spain, November 2023

Learn more here.

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What does Yoga say about why we age? What are the things that rob our vitality & longevity?

Longevity means to live a long life. Vitality means to live it with strength, joy, and an abundance of energy.

Yoga is a practice that enhances our longevity and vitality & makes us feel alive. This is what Eva & Gabriel talk about in this episode. Enjoy the conversation!

Show Notes

Book recommendation: Outlive by Peter Attia

Find it here.

Centenarian decathlon: 10 things you want to be able to do in your last decade of liffe

Learn more here.

Private classes with Eva & Gabriel

Book a class here.

Yoga Holiday is in Spain, November 2023

Read morehere.

Online Yoga library with Eva & Gabriel

Take a class here.

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about friendships and community. We are shaped by those around us. But how?

Eva & Gabriel also talk about the 5 key qualities that a true friend will have. Reflect on your life & your relationships with this profound & honest conversation.

Enjoy listening!

SHOW NOTES:

Heartfull™ Meditation online course with Eva

Read more about it here.

Online Yoga library

Take a class with Eva & Gabriel here.

Yoga Holiday in Spain, November 2023

Enjoy a week of sun, yoga, and self-discovery in beautiful surrounding with a like-minded sangha. More information here.

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The practice of Mantras is our topic in today's episode. Especially the OM 🕉️. Why do we recite the OM at the beginning and at the end of the Yoga class? What does the OM mean? What benefits are there to this mantra? This and a lot more in this episode!

Show Notes:

🕉️OM mantra in Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sYK7lm3UKg

Gayatri Mantra in Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlnHON3tAXo&t=192s

Sync your Yoga with Your Cycle - a 2-hour online workshop for women with Eva can be found here.

Purna Yoga Holiday in Malaga, Spain is open for registration. Read more here: www.purnayogaholidays.com

Take an online yoga class with us today! Our yoga library is available every day here: www.evagabriel.com

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In this second and last episode of the two-part series on ''5 mental & behavioral habits we avoid,'' Eva & Gabriel challenge you to open your mind and consider how these 3 habits, so normal in our society, diminish us and rob us of our power. Enjoy listening & join the two-week challenge of avoiding one or all three of these habits!

Show Notes:

Purna Yoga Holiday is Spain with Eva & Gabriel

www.purnayogaholidays.com

Online Yoga Library

Join the online library and take your first Purna Yoga class with Eva & Gabriel today at www.evagabriel.com

NOTE:To all our podcast listeners we want to offer a Summer discount! Get 3 months of our Online Yoga Library for -50% with code SUMMER50

Promotion valid until 30.6.2023

About Eva & Gabriel

More about Eva & her upcoming events at

www.evakiviluoma.com

More about Gabriel & his upcoming events at

www.gamaldonado.com

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There are certain habits in our culture that are considered ''normal''. We don't notice their existence because it seems like everyone is practicing them. Yet they limit our perceptions and sabotage our contentment. In this episode, Eva & Gabriel cover two out of five such habits. Avoiding them can be deeply transformantional. Enjoy this episode and join the two-week challenge!

Show Notes:

Purna Yoga Holiday in Spain

www.purnayogaholidays.com

Purna Yoga Online library

www.evagabriel.com

The episode on Satya, Truthfulness, can be found here.

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel invite Nicola Moberg, their close friend and colleague to talk about her journey from backpacking and looking for her purpose in Central America to becoming the owner of Purna Yoga Helsinki and teaching 200-hr Teacher Training. Enjoy the conversation!

Show Notes:

Nicola Moberg

To get to know Nicola more, check out her website here.

Purna Yoga Helsinki

Want to go to Purna Yoga Helsinki? Read more here.

Purna Yoga Teacher Training, starting in Autumn 2023

The new 200-hr Teacher Training starts soon, read more here.

Pre- & Post-Natal Yoga in English in Helsinki

Book your class here.

Online Yoga Library

Join us for a Purna Yoga class here!

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We live very comfortable lives. More comfortable in fact than ever in human existence. This has its benefits and its limitations. One of the limitations is that we are not facing difficulty as frequently and therefore not growing into the resiliency that the difficulty provides.

In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about the benefits of doing something that puts us out of our comfort zone. Hopefully, this episode will inspire you to face something you've been avoiding.

Show Notes:

Your Eyes- Yoga Workshop Online 25.5-15.6

Join Eva for a 3-hour online exploration of how to support your eyes through yoga. Learn a 12-minute home practice to boost your vision and soothe your brain! More information and registrationhere.

Purna Yoga Holiday in Spain

November 19-25th on November 2023

Join us for an unforgettable week of Yoga under the Spanish sun! Read more here.

Online Yoga Library with Eva & Gabriel

Take a class and do something difficult right now with the guidance of two competent teachers. Find your first class here.

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What is a true holiday? Have you ever had that feeling of being deeply rested, inspired, and fulfilled after your holidays? If yes, you've done something right! In this episode, Eva & Gabriel share their & their student's experiences of the Purna Yoga Holiday in Spain. Listen up & get into the holiday mood!

Enjoy listening!

Show Notes:

Upcoming Purna Yoga Holidays

November 19-25, 2023

April 14-21, 2024

Read more about the Yoga Holidayshere.

Online Yoga Library with Eva & Gabriel

Take an online class whenever suits you best here.

Stay up to date!

Join the monthly newsletter here.

Take a free yoga class with Eva & Gabriel here!

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In this short & to-the-point episode, Eva & Gabriel offer you an exploration into the essence of Yoga. There are so many misconceptions about what Yoga truly is in the world today. This ancient and profound practice has so much to offer to us. Listen to Eva & Gabriel go through the famous quote by Yoga Master Aadil Palkhivala about Yoga.

“True yoga is not about the shape of your body,
but the shape of your life.
Yoga is not to be performed; yoga is to be lived.
Yoga doesn’t care about what you have been;
yoga cares about the person you are becoming.
Yoga is designed for a vast and profound purpose,
and for it to be truly called yoga, its essence must be embodied.”

  • Aadil Palkhivala, Fire of Love

Enjoy listening!

Show Notes:

  • Take a yoga class with us! Our online yoga library can be found at www.evagabriel.com

  • Spring Yoga Holiday in Malaga registration is now closed. Fully booked

Upcoming Yoga Holidays: Autumn 2023, Spring 2024 - dates announced soon!

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Tune in and listen to this conversation with Eva & Gabriel about how to understand the differences we have as humans. We are all unique in multiple ways. On top of our uniqueness, we have our own opinions and perspectives. How can we live in harmony with others, even when they are very different and have very different opinions from our own? Yoga understands that we are all connected on a deeper level. How can we bring this sense of connectedness back into our society at a time when polarisation and confirmation bias are so prominent?

Enjoy listening!

Show notes:

The Yoga library with Eva & Gabriel can be found here.

Purna Yoga Holiday in Spain April 16th-24th: only two rooms left! Book yours here.

Take your Big 5 personality test: https://www.understandmyself.com/

Learn more about the Big 5 personality traits in this video.

Learn more about the ancient Ayurvedic constitutions here.

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about the amazing mechanism that is our breath. Constantly with us, hardly ever noticed, our breath accompanies us throughout our lives. It affects everything and by tapping into the power of your breath you can reduce your stress response, calm down faster and become more clear-minded (and much more!). Enjoy listening!

SHOW NOTES:

  • ''Explore your Breath'' 3-part online course with Eva can be found here. - The Yoga Holiday in Spain is open for registration. Read more here.
  • Take a class from the Online Yoga Library with Eva & Gabriel here.

Free resources & book recommendations on Breath:
- Lecture on Breath by American Neuroscientist and professor at Stanford University Andrew Huberman:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4m_PdFbu-s&t=3875s
- Book by James Nestor on Breath: https://www.mrjamesnestor.com/

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In this episode, Eva sits down to talk with Menstrual Cycle Educator Carmen Lorenzana about reproductive health and more specifically the Ovulatory/Menstrual Cycle. You'll learn about the fairly narrow fertility window, the four phases of the cycle, and, how they affect women physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually as well as how to start paying attention to the cycle and understanding it better.
Enjoy the talk!

Show Notes:

Quest in the episode: Carmen Lorenzana
https://www.carmenlorenzana.com/

Carmen's free offerings can be found here:
https://www.carmenlorenzana.com/online-courses/

Wild Power book by Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer and Alexandra Pope
https://www.adlibris.com/fi/kirja/wild-power-9781781807583

Join the Purna Yoga Holiday with Eva & Gabriel in Spain, in April 2023!
More information here. 

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This is the last episode of the series of 5 Yamas or universal principles/restraints in the Yogic path. In this episode, Eva and Gabriel discuss our tendency as humans to cling and hold on to things, people and goals. How does the Yogic wisdom approach a world where we are enticed to think we always need more and be ''successful'' by acquiring material goods? Listen to the episode and find out!

Read more about the Yoga Holiday in Malaga, Spain here.

Want to take a yoga class and apply Aparigraha? Go here.

Music by our dear friends Liana & Fabian, Perolas.

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In this episode, #4 in the five-part Series on the Yamas (Yoga Philosophy), Eva & Gabriel discuss the topic of how to use energy wisely. Where do you invest your energy? We all have some activities, ways of thinking, and behaviors that make us feel drained and powerless. This episode offers you a moment to reflect on your life and unplug the weeds that are eating up your creative energy.

Enjoy listening!

Take a free class with Eva & Gabriel here.

Want to try Purna Yoga? Subscribe to the online library and take a class today! More information here.

The Yoga Holiday in Malaga, Spain is open for registration. Read more here.

The Yoga International article on Brahmacharya by Rolf Sovik can be found here.

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What happens when we feel incomplete? For many of us, we try to fill the inner void by accumulating material things. We try to fill the inner with the outer. In this week's episode, Eva & Gabriel discuss Asteya, the third Yama (universal principle in Yoga). Asteya, or non-stealing, is a vast concept reaching way beyond stealing material goods. Eva & Gabriel talk about the three main resources that we can steal from others & ourselves and how to start filling the inner void of feeling incomplete.
Enjoy listening!

Join us for the annual Purna Yoga Holiday in Spain 16th-23rd of April 2023!
Read more about it here. Online Yoga Library is available for you to enjoy!
Take your first class today here.

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel sit down to discuss the second step on the path of Yoga. All the steps, as well as their order, have a purpose.
The second Yama; or universal restraint, is one that asks us to be truthful in our lives. When was the last time we uttered a lie? What are we actually doing when we lie? Why should we tell the truth? How can we begin to live more truthfully? These questions and many more are opened up in today's episode.
Enjoy listening!

In need of rest? We got you! Restorative Yoga is available in our online Yoga Library, here.

Join us for a week under the sun in Malaga! Purna Yoga Holiday in Spain, April 2023. Read more here.

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In this episode, number 1 out of a series of 5, Eva & Gabriel talk about the first step of the thousands of years old Yogic philosophy (The Ashtanga Path) and how we can still today apply this wisdom into our daily lives and benefit from its fruitful effect.

Enjoy the reflections & insights!

Read more about the Yoga Holiday in Spain, in Spring 2023, here.

Want to practice yoga with us? Check out our library filled with a buffet of more than 45 classes for your to choose from!

More about the library here.

Want to join us for an online yoga class live? The December Sunday Session is coming up on 4.12.2022. Sign up here. ***Thank you for listening!

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel share their Portugal Yoga Holiday experience as it is freshly lived. Then Eva gives an important reminder to all of us regarding how we use our energy in this time of shorter daylight & colder temperatures. Eva & Gabriel go on to give you 4 tips as to how to keep your energy levels up and your mood good.

Join the November challenge that is revealed at the end of the episode!

Show Notes:

  • Dr. Andrew Huberman's podcast Huberman Lab: https://hubermanlab.com/

  • Ella Wheeler Wilcox ''Two Kinds of People''- Poem: http://www.ellawheelerwilcox.org/poems/ptwokind.htm

  • Join the Sunday Session on November 6th at 7 PM (EET) here.- ''Fix your Posture'' - 3-part online yoga course with Eva, here. - Yoga Holiday in Spain, April 16-23, 2023. Read more here. - Eva's & Gabriel's Yoga Library with more than 40 classes can be found here.

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel dive into the topic of sensitivity. Sensitivity (as defined by Eva & Gabriel in this episode) is an important quality and ability in life. Listen to the very relatable stories of Gabriel's life as he was practicing Yoga and becoming increasingly more aware. You'll receive some practical tools as to how to enhance your own sensitivity wisely and build your awareness as well as learn why not everyone is ready to increase the life-changing magic of sensitivity. Enjoy the show!

Read more about the October Sunday Session & sign up here.

Yoga Holiday in Portugal 24.10-30.10.2022 is coming up! Read more here.

Online Yoga Library can be found at www.evagabriel.com

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about what an evening routine is, how we can benefit from having one, and some simple tips to get you started.

Both Eva & Gabriel have an evening routine that they have crafted from years of studying the human body, reading books & learning from their teachers. Their Evening routine helps them be at their sharpest mentally and at their strongest physically.  Listen to this episode & share it with your friends!

Join Eva & Gabriel for the September Sunday Session here.

Want to build your own evening routine? Yes!

Try the online yoga library with many soothing evening classes here.

Portugal Yoga Holiday is coming up in October! Read more & register here.

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about why we would incorporate the practice of Yoga into our daily lives.

What's the benefit of regular yoga asana, meditation, and breathing practices (Pranayama)?

Hear also how Eva & Gabriel themselves live their yoga in daily life & get some valuable tips for your life!

Take a free class with Eva & Gabriel online here.Join the video library of pre-recorded yoga classes here.Portugal Yoga Holiday 24-30.10.2022 - read more here.

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4.8.2022 Eva & Gabriel celebrated their wedding!

In this episode, they share with you their thoughts, reasons for, and insights about marriage.

Marriage has certainly evolved over the years (it has existed for more than 4000 years!) and today, generally in the West, is based on free will and love.

Eva & Gabriel invite you to think about the meaning of the union and the commitment of marriage as you listen to this talk.

Enjoy the episode!

Join Eva & Gabriel for an unforgettable Yoga Holiday in the South of Portugal!

More information here.

August & September Sunday Sessions are open for registration!

Join Eva & Gabriel for a 90-minute online yoga class here.

More about the yoga video library that Eva & Gabriel have created here.

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Today, on July 13th, 2022, all around the world teachers are being celebrated. It is Guru Purnima, the day to remember our guides; be they academic teachers or spiritual masters.

In this episode, Eva & Gabriel discuss some of the qualities of true teachers, why learning is inspiring and why we learn much better in the spirit of play.

Happy Guru Purnima & enjoy this episode!

  • Read more about our Yoga Holiday here.

  • Would you like to practice yoga with us? Here's a link to our online yoga library.

  • Join a live class with Eva & Gabriel: Summer Sunday Sessions registration is open. Read more here.

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Holidays!

Who doesn't love them?

When's the last time you were on one?

In this episode, Eva & Gabriel discuss the importance of regularly taking a real holiday.

Enjoy the talk & share it with your friends!

Summer Sunday Sessions: 90-minute online yoga classes with Eva & Gabriel can be found here.

Pre-recorded video library with yoga classes to practice anytime: check it out here.

Yoga Holiday in Portugal: read more here.

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about the most common beliefs that keep us from attending a yoga class.

What beliefs did/do you have before taking your first yoga class?

Listen to the episode & hopefully you'll feel encouraged to try yoga!

Join an online yoga class with Eva & Gabriel!

Once a month, Sunday Sessions are open for registration here.Join Eva & Gabriel in Southern Portugal for a week of Yoga!

More information on their Yoga Holiday in Portugal here.

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about the perspective of Yoga when it comes to the purpose & use of the physical body. How does Yoga perceive the function of the body? Gabriel also shares his experience with his ankle fracture and the newly gained understanding of the body that it has enlightened him with. Enjoy the conversation!

To join May 2022 Sunday Session go here.

To try out our Purna Yoga video library with pre-recorded classes click here.

Our Purna Yoga Holiday in Portugal is open for reservations!

Read more here.

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel will discuss the last step of the 5 step formula to lasting change & growth.

Patience is the quality that sits back to witness the results of consistent effort.

Without it we will experience time-urgency, which leads to anxiety.

Enjoy the talk & let us know what you think!

To join Sunday Sessions, a 90-minute online yoga class once a month, with Eva & Gabriel, click here.

To read more about the Yoga Holiday (9-16.4.2022) in the South of Spain, click here.

Gabriel's site: www.gamaldonado.com

Eva's site: www.evakiviluoma.com 

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel cover the 4th step of the 5 step formula to sustainable growth & change. 

This is the step where the rubber meets the road, where we are encouraged to take action.

Enjoy the conversation!

To join Sunday Sessions, a 90-minute online yoga class once a month, with Eva & Gabriel, click here.To read more about the Yoga Holiday in the South of Spain, click here.Gabriel's site: www.gamaldonado.com

Eva's site: www.evakiviluoma.com 

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In this brief special episode, Eva shares her thoughts on the topics of Fast Fashion & Fast Food and how these industries shape our thinking.

She believes there are aspects of life that can't be obtained fast. True friendship and romantic relationships are one of them.

As it is Valentine's Day today, these are interesting topics to ponder!

To watch the video of the talk go to our Youtube Channel: here.

More about Eva: here.

Join Sunday Sessions with Eva & Gabriel: A 90-minute online yoga class open to everyone!

The first class is on Sunday 20th of February.

Read more & join: here.

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel talk about step 3. of the 5-step formula to change: the importance of having a teacher in our lives.

But how does one find the right teacher?

How to discern true and useful information from the ocean of advice on social media?

Learn the concept of ''Who do you listen to?'' and understand the sacredness of the relationship between a student and a teacher.

Show notes:

Join Sunday Sessions: an Online class series with Eva and Gabriel!

The first class is held on Sunday 20th of February.

Sign up: here. Purna Yoga Holiday in Spain is open for registration!

9.-16.4.2022 in Malaga, Spain.

Enjoy Yoga twice a day & warm afternoons by the saltwater pool or on the beach!

Register & read more: here. Read more about our Purna Yoga lineage:Aadil Palkhivala: https://www.aadil.com/

Savitri: https://heartfullmeditation.com/

BKS Iyengar: https://bksiyengar.com/

Krishnamacharya: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tirumalai_Krishnamacharya

Sri Aurobindo: https://www.sriaurobindoashram.org/sriaurobindo/

The Mother: https://www.sriaurobindoashram.org/mother/

The book mentioned in the episode is called A Hunter-Gatherer's Guide to the 21st Century

by Heather Heying and Bret Weinstein.

Buy it here.

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In this episode, Eva & Gabriel discuss the second step of the 5-step path to sustainable change in your life.

Are you ready to take it?

Follow the podcast on your platform and recommend it to your friends if you like it!

Read more about Eva & Gabriel here. Join their unique Sunday Sessions: 90-minute online Purna Yoga classes once a month here. Next class: Sunday, February 20th.Read more about the Yoga Holidays in Spain and in Portugal here.

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Happy New Year & welcome to our second episode!

This is the first episode of a series of 5 episodes on the topic of sustainable change.

Whether it be in your business, your inner evolution, your relationships, or your skills, these five steps are a requirement for creating a lasting change.

Enjoy the show & share it with your friends!

Show Notes:

  • Perolas, who created the beautiful music for our podcast: https://www.perolasmusic.com/ IG: @perolasmusic

  • Online Live Purna Yoga class with Eva & Gabriel on Sunday 16th at 7pm (EET), sign up:

https://purna-yoga-with-eva-gabriel.mailchimpsites.com/online-purna-yoga-classes- Yoga Holiday with Eva & Gabriel in Spain:

https://purna-yoga-with-eva-gabriel.mailchimpsites.com/yoga-holidays-2022Follow us on Instagram at: @eva.gabriel.purnayoga

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Happy 2022!

In this first episode, you'll get to know your hosts Eva & Gabriel, hear their stories and how they met.

Eva and Gabriel talk about the future of the podcast and what you can expect to learn.

Enjoy the show!

More information:Website: https://purna-yoga-with-eva-gabriel.mailchimpsites.com/

Instagram: @eva.gabriel.purnayoga

GabrielWebsite: www.gamaldonado.com

Instagram: @gabomcav

EvaWebsite: www.evakiviluoma.com

Instagram: @eva.gabriel.purnayoga