Emily Rex Yoga: Recent Episodes
Emily Rex
In the final episode of Season 1, Olivia Wilson Smith returns to the podcast to talk about self-compassion and why we need it now. Episode highlights include: Defining self-compassion and identifying what self-compassion is not An overview of Kristen Neff's book, Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself Self-compassion practices Olivia's and Emily's experiences practicing self-compassion How to work with self-compassion on the yoga matNote to listeners: this is the final episode of Season 1. Please check out the intro to this episode for more details!Olivia was previously featured on Episode 42: Trauma-informed yoga for children in crisis. Yoga with emily rex: in-person and recorded yoga classes: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyogaClick here to join my email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9Click here to email Emily and Ron with questions or suggestions: yogawithemilyrex@gmail.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yogaforreallife/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yogaforreallife/support
Kati Buckner, Charlotte-based yoga teacher, joins Emily on the podcast this week for a continuation of their anatomy discussions. In this episode, Kati relates the eight-limbed yogic path to the body's major systems. Episode highlights include:
An overview of the eight-limbed path, including: yamas (abstinences), niyamas (observances), asana (posture), pranayama (breathing), pratyahara (withdrawl), dharana (concentration), dyana (meditation), and samadhi (absorption) Relating the yogic path to the body's major systems, including: nervous system, respiratory system, circulatory system, digestive system, reproductive system, and endocrine system
Learn more about Kati by visiting her website: https://www.yogawithkati.com/
Be sure to check out Kati's other episodes: 69. Kati and Emily: Anatomy basics for all practitioners 65. Kati and Emily: Body awareness for everyone 54. Kati and Emily: Let's talk about yoga teacher trainings 44. Kati Buckner: Is it yoga or mindful movement? (A teacher's existential question.)
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Kim Weeks, of Weeks Well, joins Emily on the podcast for an in-depth conversation about yoga lineage and why it matters. Kim is a Certified Iyengar Yoga and Registered Yoga School with 25 years of experience in yoga, mindfulness, and also business. From her website, Kim works "in direct, real-life experience, research, and a deep respect for study and lineage." Episode highlights include:
Kim's introduction to yoga during her college studies in Germany Kim's experience practicing and teaching Integral yoga Evolution of modern-day postural yoga in the West Trauma responses in yoga practice What yoga lineage is and why it matters Thoughts on 200-hour yoga teacher trainings Accessibility Where yoga might go from here...
To learn more about Kim, visit her website: www. https://weekswell.com/ Email Ron and Emily your thoughts at yogawithemilyrex@gmail.com
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Natalie Piet joins Emily on the podcast for a discussion of Ayurveda. This episode is a continuation of Episode 49: Introduction to Ayurveda. In this episode, Natalie discusses ways we can embrace our current constitution to bring consciousness and balance to our lives. Episode highlights include:
An introduction to Panchakarma Benefits of self massage An overview of the 5 elements (earth, air, fire, water, and space) and how these manifest in the body How building an understanding of our own nature can bring wholeness to our lives Cooling practices for the summer months The importance of consistent practice
Natalie has been featured on 3 previous episodes: 53. Sara Flanders and Natalie Piet: Cultivating the Creative Matrix of Being 49. Natalie Piet: Introduction to Ayurveda 33. Sara Flanders and Natalie Piet: Exploring consciousness in yoga
You can learn more about Natalie by visiting her website: https://www.earthskymoon.com/ Banyan Botanicals (Ayurveda resource): https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/
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Nichol Walters of the Ahava Yoga Collective in Greensboro, NC joins Emily on the podcast for the fourth of a 5-part series of the yamas, the first limb of the yogic path. In this episode, we focus on brahmacharya (non-excess) from a variety of perspectives related to our practice on and off the mat. Episode highlights include:
Identifying what is "just enough:" not excessive but also not too little How to relate to brahmacharya in physical movement practice The literal meaning of brahmacharya: behavior that leads to brahman, the divine
Episode 64. Yamas series: The complexity of asteya (non-stealing)
Episode 48. Yamas series: Taking a broad view of ahimsa (non-harming)
Episode 58: Yamas series: Living boldly through satya (truthfulness)
The Yamas and Niyamas by Deborah Adele on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Yamas-Niyamas-Exploring-Ethical-Practice/dp/0974470643
Learn more about Nichol Walters and the Ahava Yoga Collective: https://ahava-collective.com/
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Mindy Eisenberg, yoga therapist specializing in multiple sclerosis in the Detroit, MI area, joins Emily on the podcast for a conversation about breathwork, which has become a passion for her. Episode highlights include:
- How Mindy became interested in breathwork
- How breathwork is so essential for an anxious, stressed society
- Challenges with teaching breathing in online settings
- Students' concerns about the "right" way to breathe
- Ways to incorporate breath, mantra, and mudra into postural yoga (asana)
Learn more about Mindy's offerings on her website: https://www.yogamovesms.org/
Mindy was previously on episode 23: Accessible yoga, breathing, and everyday spirituality: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/dpfS1TMvEBb
Links from the episode:
"Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art" by James Nestor: https://www.amazon.com/Breath-New-Science-Lost-Art/dp/0593420217/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1690064539&sr=8-1
"Body by Breath: The Science and Practice of Physical and Emotional Resilience" by Jill Miller: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Breath-Inspiring-Emotional-Resilience/dp/1628604468/ref=sr_1_1?crid=HMD7YCPLVYDH&keywords=body+by+breath+jill+miller&qid=1690065002&sprefix=jill+miller%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1
"Restoring Prana" by Robin Rothenberg: https://www.amazon.com/Restoring-Prana-Therapeutic-Therapists-Practitioners/dp/1848194013/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1690065082&refinements=p_27%3ARobin+L.+Rothenberg&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Robin+L.+Rothenberg
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Tristin Miller, visual artist and USA Level 1 Weightlifting coach in Greensboro, NC, joins Emily on the podcast to talk about trauma-informed weight lifting. Highlights include:
Tristin's background as a visual artist and how that influenced her experience as an athlete and coach Why Tristin started strength training and her experience in this often male-dominated world How weightlifting can be trauma-informed Why incorporating other movement modalities into our yoga practice is so important
To learn more about Tristin, visit her website: ONE REP Weightlifting (https://www.tristinmiller.com/) or her awesome Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/tristinmillerartist/?hl=en
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I'm traveling this week, so I'm sharing a listener favorite in case you missed this one. Check back next week for a new episode!
In our last episode of 2022, I talked with Olivia Wilson Smith, who I met a few months ago at a workshop with Nichol at the Ahava Yoga Collective. Olivia kindly offered to be a guest on the podcast to talk about her work teaching yoga to children at Youth Focus, a local organization that provides supportive housing to children, teens, and young adults who are at risk, in crisis, have run away, or experiencing homelessness. Highlights from our conversation include:
Olivia's yoga background and why she decided to become a yoga teacher. Olivia's work as a social worker at Youth Focus. How Olivia bridges traditional psychotherapy and yoga to make lasting impact on children's lives. Olivia's perspective on trauma-informed therapy.
To learn more about Youth Focus, visit their website: https://www.youthfocus.org/
To learn more about Olivia's teaching at Ahava Collective, visit Ahava's website: https://ahava-collective.com/meet-our-team
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Kati Buckner is back on the podcast for a beginner-friendly deep dive into anatomy basics. Topics include:
Muscle actions: concentric, eccentric, and isometric Joint actions: abduction, adduction, flexion, and extension Why this is important for yoga students and teachers and how to apply this in your practice.
Be sure to check out Kati's other episodes: 65. Kati and Emily: Body awareness for everyone 54. Kati and Emily: Let's talk about yoga teacher trainings 44. Kati Buckner: Is it yoga or mindful movement? (A teacher's existential question.)
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Detroit-based yoga teacher and practitioner Shelley Shindler joins Emily on the podcast this week for a lovely conversation about Shelley's experiences as a yoga teacher and practitioner. Episode highlights include:
- Shelley's introduction to yoga and experiences in Anusara yoga
- How feminism influenced Shelley's spiritual practice
- Intertwining Jewish mysticism and yogic philosophy
- The importance of being a strong woman in both body and mind.
To learn more about Shelley, visit her website: https://www.shelleyshindleryoga.com/
The book referenced in the episode, The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy
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In this episode, Emily talks with her mom about her mom's journey into yoga as a way to promote spinal health and develop body awareness. Highlights include:
Joyce's yoga beginnings taking a body awareness class A fun discussion about leotards, leg warmers, and "slimnastics" in the 80s Transitioning to practicing in a gym setting to a yoga studio in the 90s Joyce's experience with scoliosis beginning in her teenage years and how yoga has been a part of maintaining spinal health
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Ron and Emily talk about challenges that arise with living your practice off the mat and how we've worked with them. Enjoy!
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Brandon Joyner, yoga teacher in Greensboro, NC, is joins Emily on the podcast to talk about minority representation in yoga. Episode highlights include:
- Inclusivity through the simple act of reaching out
- How vulnerability and accountability affect inclusivity
- The importance of taking yoga out of the studio setting
- Equity in yoga offerings for children, adults, and teacher trainings
- How working for equity aligns with yogic philosophy and the risks of spiritual bypassing
Brandon was previously featured in Ep. 57: Showing up as an African American male yoga teacher: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/uLcI9AwXmAb
You can learn more about Brandon by visiting his Instagram page: @bjoyner17
Brandon teaches at Ahava Yoga Collective, Find Your Flow, and Humbled Warriors, all in the Greensboro and High Point, NC area.
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Kati Buckner is back on the podcast for a fun episode about what we promised not to call yoga anatomy for yoga practitioners and teachers. Episode highlights include:
- Defining proprioception and interoception and why they are important on and off the mat
- Benefits for both yoga practitioners of having a basic understanding of anatomy
- How understanding anatomy helps teachers create more skillful sequences
- How we can take the body awareness we learn in yoga off the mat
Be sure to check out Kati's other episodes on the podcast:
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Let's talk about yoga teacher trainings
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Is it yoga or mindful movement (a teacher's existential question)
Learn more about Kati: https://www.yogawithkati.com/
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Nichol Walters of the Ahava Yoga Collective joins Emily on the podcast this week for the third in a 5-part series on the yamas (outer observances). In this episode we discuss asteya (non-stealing) and the surprising complexity of this topic in our relationships with ourselves and others.
Episode 48. Yamas series: Taking a broad view of ahimsa (non-harming)
Episode 58: Yamas series: Living boldly through satya (truthfulness)
The Yamas and Niyamas by Deborah Adele on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Yamas-Niyamas-Exploring-Ethical-Practice/dp/0974470643
Learn more about Nichol Walters and the Ahava Yoga Collective: https://ahava-collective.com/
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Beth Hansen, founder of Lark Fitness Company in Greensboro, NC, joins Emily on the podcast this week to talk about inclusive fitness culture and creating a healthy life-"style." Episode highlights include: How Beth got into the fitness world after breaking her back Lark Fitness Company's values and "four agreements" Connections between fitness companies like Lark that have values statements and yoga philosophy Why we need fitness spaces that lead with the edge of including diverse populations, including the LGBTQ+ community The importance of having a skilled teacher or coach, no matter what you're practicing and studyingTo learn more about Beth and Lark Fitness Company:Website: https://www.larkfitnessco.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larkfitnessco/If you like what you find here, be sure to rate and subscribe to this podcast and check out Emily's offerings:Yoga with emily rex: in-person and recorded yoga classes: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyogaClick here to join my email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9Click here to email Emily and Ron with questions or suggestions: yogawithemilyrex@gmail.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yogaforreallife/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yogaforreallife/support
Jane Cable, longtime friend and yoga teacher in Asheville, NC, joins Ron and Emily in this episode to talk about using the breath to inform both our yoga practice and how we care for ourselves. Episode highlights include:
- How we can use the breath as a guide not only for asana (yoga postures) but for all of our interactions throughout our day
- How surrender makes space for new growth
- Why each of us left the hot yoga community
- Jane's work with osteoarthritis and how that has changed her practice
To learn more about Jane, send her an email at janecableyoga@gmail.com.
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Ron is back on the podcast this week for a short episode about choosing the right practice for your day to day. This is an addendum to our popular episode about this topic. Episode highlights include:
- A recap of our previous episode: 11. What's the best practice for you right now?
- How daily sadhana, including our yoga, meditation, and self-study practices, inform our interactions with ourselves and others.
- A conversation about "post-lineage" yoga and it's effect on how we practice.
- Listening to what our body needs on the mat.
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It was such a pleasure to have the opportunity to talk with Dawn Leonard who is a women’s wellness educator and yoga teacher in Greensboro, North Carolina. Episode highlights: How Dawn used yoga practices to heal her body and through her pregnancy. How women can use spirituality and sacred healing practices for embodiment and empowerment. Dawn's approach to her work as a women's wellness educator, which includes not only yoga but her work as a doula, childbirth educator, and energy healer. To learn more about Dawn: Visit her website, Sacred Rhythms: https://sacred-rhythms.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sridawn/If you like what you find here, be sure to rate and subscribe to this podcast and check out Emily's offerings:Yoga with emily rex: in-person and recorded yoga classes: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyogaClick here to join my email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9Click here to email Emily and Ron with questions or suggestions: yogawithemilyrex@gmail.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yogaforreallife/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yogaforreallife/support
Longtime friend and yoga teacher Erin Betlej joins Emily on the podcast to talk about her experience weaving together her work in yoga and Christian ministry. Episode highlights: How Erin finds the divine on her yoga mat by working with the breath, body, and spirit Weaving together yogic practices and philosophy into ministry. Erin's experience coming up against resistance to referencing God in yoga spaces and bringing yoga to Christian spaces.Erin is a minister at Jamestown United Methodist Church in Jamestown, NC: https://jumc.org/homeErin teaches yoga at Willow Wellness Center in High Point, NC: https://www.willowhighpoint.com/More about yoga and religion: Ep. 32 with Carey Sims: Intertwining yoga philosophy, religion, and adaptive yogaIf you like what you find here, be sure to rate and subscribe to this podcast and check out Emily's offerings:Yoga with emily rex: in-person and recorded yoga classes: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyogaClick here to join my email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9Click here to email Emily and Ron with questions or suggestions: yogawithemilyrex@gmail.com--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yogaforreallife/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yogaforreallife/support
Nichol Walters of the Ahava Yoga Collective joins Emily on the podcast this week for the second in a 5-part series on the yamas (outer observances). In this episode we discuss satya (truthfulness) and what it means to live boldly through the process of being true to oneself in order to be truthful to others.
We had some technical issues at the end of the episode, so it's a bit of an abrupt ending, but I hope you enjoy the conversation regardless.
Episode 48. Yamas series: Taking a broad view of ahimsa (non-harming)
The Yamas and Niyamas by Deborah Adele on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Yamas-Niyamas-Exploring-Ethical-Practice/dp/0974470643
Learn more about Nichol Walters and the Ahava Yoga Collective: https://ahava-collective.com/
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Brandon Joyner, yoga teacher in Greensboro, North Carolina, joins Emily on the podcast to talk about his yoga journey and African American male representation in the yoga community. Episode highlights include:
- How yoga helped Brandon cope with the loss of his father and grandparents
- Brandon's journey into teacher training by way of a BIPOC scholarship
- Being an African American male yoga student and teacher
- Showing up as one's true self even in the most challenging times
You can learn more about Brandon by visiting his Instagram page: @bjoyner17
Brandon teaches at Ahava Yoga Collective, Find Your Flow, and Humbled Warriors, all in the Greensboro and High Point, NC area.
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Carey Sims, our guest from episode 32, is back on the podcast this week! Although we had intended to talk about the power imbalances and problematic guru figures in some of the yoga lineages, Carey moved the conversation forward to talk about finding universality, connection, and equity in yoga.
If you haven't listened to Carey's first episode on the podcast, be sure to check out Episode 32 here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/JRqVS4MAuyb
To learn more about Carey, visit his website: https://www.careysims.com/
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A brief and informal episode with Ron and Emily discussing yoga and food, including suggestions for what to eat before and after practice, navigating a vegan diet, and how practicing ahimsa can inform not only our food choices but our interactions with others and the environment. Email Ron and Emily your thoughts at yogawithemilyrex@gmail.comSubscribe to our email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9Yoga with emily rex website: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga/home--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yogaforreallife/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yogaforreallife/support
In this episode, Kati and Emily talk about the process of creating the teacher training using the Yoga Alliance standards and take a little time to reflect on months of work we did together to create Kati's Sit Well Yoga School. Other highlights include:
- Our differing thoughts about when is the best time to take a teacher training.
- Some guidance on how to choose a teacher training based on your personality and learning style.
- What to expect during a teacher training and how to make the most out of the experience.
To learn more about Kati, visit her website: https://www.yogawithkati.com/
Be sure to check out Kati's previous podcast episode: 44. Is it yoga or mindful movement?
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Sara Flanders and Natalie Piet are return guests to talk about their upcoming Yoga Immersion and Teacher Training, Cultivating the Creative Matrix of Being. Highlights include:
- What our creative matrix is and how can we cultivate this expression of ourselves.
- An overview and intertwining of Anusara yoga, the Shakta-Shaiva traditions, and meditation.
- The philosophy behind offering separate (but complementary) yoga immersion and teacher training.
- How completing a teaching training is an expression of our own being in the world.
If you're interested in learning more about Sara and Natalie's immersion and teacher training, see the links below:
- Cultivating the Creative Matrix of Being brochure: https://www.earthskymoon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2023-Imm-YTT-Brochure.pdf
- Sara's website, Full Radiance: http://www.fullradiance.com/trainings
- Natalie's website, Earth Sky Moon: https://www.earthskymoon.com/trainings/
Previous episodes with Sara and Natalie:
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Natalie Piet: Introduction to Ayurveda, https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/4e24hdCvVxb
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Sara Flanders and Natalie Piet: Exploring consciousness in yoga, https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/3426mmEvVxb
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Tristin Miller, visual artist and USA Level 1 Weightlifting coach in Greensboro, NC, joins Emily on the podcast to talk about trauma-informed weight lifting. Highlights include:
- Tristin's background as a visual artist and how that influenced her experience as an athlete and coach
- Why Tristin started strength training and her experience in this often male-dominated world
- How weightlifting can be trauma-informed
- Why incorporating other movement modalities into our yoga practice is so important
To learn more about Tristin, visit her website: ONE REP Weightlifting (https://www.tristinmiller.com/) or her awesome Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/tristinmillerartist/?hl=en
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Sophia Phillips, yoga teacher and doula in Asheville, NC, is back on the podcast this week to discuss yoga and body image, how this became an issue among yoga practitioners, and how we can cultivate an attitude of body positivity in our practice.
You can follow Sophia on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/lemonblossombirthyoga. She also teaches at Hot Yoga Asheville, West Asheville Yoga, and Flow of Life Yoga.
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A special duo episode with Ron and Emily reflecting on 50 podcast episodes and 3 years of Yoga with Emily Rex with a fun tangent about Tu Bishvat (Birthday of the Trees). Enjoy!
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Natalie Piet is back (Ep. 33: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/q3p8Zrtgbxb) to talk with Emily about all things Ayurveda. Highlights include:
- An overview of Ayurveda
- How Ayurveda is a consciousness-based practice
- How we can use Ayurvedic practices to bring more balance and harmony into our lives
- An overview of the doshas and how they affect our constitution
Natalie Piet: https://www.earthskymoon.com/
Banyan Botanicals (Natalie's recommended Ayurvedic resource): https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/
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Nichol Walters of the Ahava Yoga Collective is back for a multi-part series on the yamas, commonly referred to as the moral and ethical guidelines for yoga practitioners. In this episode, we explore taking a broad view of the first yama: ahimsa or non-harming. Highlights include:
- An overview of the 8-limbed path and the 5 yamas
- How exploring non-harming starts with our own relationship with ourselves
- What ahimsa can look like on the yoga mat
- How fear plays into our attitude toward non-harming
Learn more about Nichol Walters and the Ahava Yoga Collective: https://ahava-collective.com/
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Ron and Emily are back for a duo episode! Highlights include: A follow up conversation from our interview with Kati Buckner (Ep. 44: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/nWftxp3rMwb) Reconciling an "asana only" practice A little bit on the yamas, yoga's ethical principlesEmail Ron and Emily your thoughts at yogawithemilyrex@gmail.comSubscribe to our email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9Yoga with emily rex website: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga/home--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yogaforreallife/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yogaforreallife/support
Libby Hinsley, doctor of physical therapy and yoga therapist in Asheville, NC, joins Emily for a conversation about hypermobility in yoga practice. Highlights include: An explanation of what hypermobility is, how collagen works, and how we can recognize hypermobility in our bodies How to understand when hypermobility becomes is problematic De-emphasizing flexibility and aesthetics in modern postural yoga and taking our experience inwardTo learn more about Libby, visit her website: https://www.libbyhinsley.com/Email Ron and Emily your thoughts at yogawithemilyrex@gmail.comSubscribe to our email list: http://eepurl.com/icOan9Yoga with emily rex website: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga/home--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yogaforreallife/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yogaforreallife/support
Sophia Phillips, yoga teacher and doula in Asheville, NC, joins Emily and Ron for a conversation about women's wellness. Highlights include:
- What a doula is and the integral role they can play in helping women through pregnancy and childbirth
- How women can advocate for themselves in and outside of the wellness space
- Creating community in prenatal yoga
You can follow Sophia on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/lemonblossombirthyoga. She also teaches at Hot Yoga Asheville, West Asheville Yoga, and Flow of Life Yoga.
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Kati Buckner, yoga teacher and lawyer in Charlotte, North Carolina, joins Ron and Emily to explore the existential question: Is it yoga or just mindful movement? Highlights include:
- How Kati's relationship with yoga practice has been ever evolving
- An interesting side conversation about the Yoga Alliance
- Kati's exploration of being a yoga teacher versus being a movement instructor
- What Kati's practice looks like now in light of the above reflections
To learn more about Kati, visit her website: https://www.yogawithkati.com/
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To finish off 2022, here's a bonus replay of our most popular episode, the conversation Ron and I had with Carey Sims. Happy New Year!
Original show notes:
In this episode Ron and Emily talk with Carey Sims, yoga teacher in Charlotte, North Carolina, about yoga philosophy, religion, and adaptive yoga. Carey shares how he weaves together these fields of practice and study into his work. Some highlights include:
- How we can bring yoga ethics into our practice on and off the mat
- A discussion of the religious aspects of modern yoga
- Carey's approach to teaching adaptive yoga
For more information about Carey and his offerings (including a really thought provoking blog!), check out his website: https://www.careysims.com/
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In our last episode of 2022, I talked with Olivia Wilson Smith, who I met a few months ago at a workshop with Nichol at the Ahava Yoga Collective. Olivia kindly offered to be a guest on the podcast to talk about her work teaching yoga to children at Youth Focus, a local organization that provides supportive housing to children, teens, and young adults who are at risk, in crisis, have run away, or experiencing homelessness. Highlights from our conversation include:
- Olivia's yoga background and why she decided to become a yoga teacher.
- Olivia's work as a social worker at Youth Focus.
- How Olivia bridges traditional psychotherapy and yoga to make lasting impact on children's lives.
- Olivia's perspective on trauma-informed therapy.
To learn more about Youth Focus, visit their website: https://www.youthfocus.org/
To learn more about Olivia's teaching at Ahava Collective, visit Ahava's website: https://ahava-collective.com/meet-our-team
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In this episode, Emily talks with her mom about her mom's journey into yoga as a way to promote spinal health and develop body awareness. Highlights include:
- Joyce's yoga beginnings taking a body awareness class
- A fun discussion about leotards, leg warmers, and "slimnastics" in the 80s
- Transitioning to practicing in a gym setting to a yoga studio in the 90s
- Joyce's experience with scoliosis beginning in her teenage years and how yoga has been a part of maintaining spinal health
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In this episode, Nichol Walters of the Ahava Yoga Collective is back on the podcast to talk about regulating stress over the holidays. Highlights include:
- A discussion about how yoga can help regulate the sympathetic nervous system
- How both Nichol and Emily use other forms of exercise to manage stress
- The importance of taking time for self-care during the holiday season
- How to identify what type of self care you need
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In this solo episode, Emily shares her reflections on taking a 3-week "time out" from her postural yoga practice. It's a shorty episode, so if you're looking for something longer after you listen to this one, here are some listener favorites and hidden gems that you might enjoy:
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- Carey Sims: Intertwining philosophy, religion, and adaptive yoga.
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- Sarah Flanders and Natalie Piet: exploring consciousness in yoga
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- Nichol Walters: recovery, yoga, and love
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- Blake Tedder: coming home to embodiment and working through trauma
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- Mindy Eisenberg: adaptive yoga, breathing, and everyday spirituality
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In this duo episode, Ron and Emily share reflections on the last few episodes and talk about working with stagnancy in practice. Highlights include:
- Ron and Emily's takeaways from the past four episodes
- Using a daily sadhana (spiritual practice) to adapt practice to your body and mind's needs
- Adapting your practice to work with injuries
- Strategies to reinvigorate your practice when you feel stagnant
Links, etc.:
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In this episode, Emily talks with Blake Tedder, social worker and yoga practitioner and teacher, about his journey into yoga, working with trauma, and embodiment practices. Highlights include:
- How Blake found yoga and kirtan chanting in a gym
- Blake's experiences working with trauma held in the body
- Ways to connect with consciousness through yoga and everyday experiences
- Blake's studies and friendship with Angela Farmer and Victor Van Kooten
- Understanding yoga's structures in order to release attachment to them
To learn more about Blake, visit his website: http://blaketedder.com/
Blake's podcast with Angela Farmer and Victor Van Kooten: http://blaketedder.com/avpodcast/
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Ron and Emily have a fresh conversation with Amanda Phillips, yoga teacher in Greensboro, NC, about yoga nidra and yoga for bigger bodies. Highlights include:
- How Amanda found yoga as a way of improving her health during grad school.
- Amanda's journey from struggling with staying still to teaching and practicing yoga nidra.
- Amanda's creative process in developing variations of yoga poses to be more accessible to students practicing in bigger bodies.
You can learn more about Amanda on Instagram: @every.body_yoga
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Nichol Walters, founder of the Ahava Yoga Collective, is back on the podcast this week for a raw conversation about creating community in yoga spaces right now. Here are some highlights from the episode:
- How we’re working to create community right now
- The unique challenges of running a non-profit yoga studio and bringing yoga to underserved populations
- Teaching yoga in a way that aligns with our values as yoga practitioners
Learn more about Nichol and the Ahava Yoga Collective here: https://ahava-collective.com/
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This beginner-friendly practices incorporates standing balancing postures to steady the mind and body.
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Emily's yoga teachers, Sara Flanders and Natalie Piet, join Ron and Emily to explore the topic of consciousness in yoga. In Sara and Natalie’s offerings, they exquisitely weave together yoga philosophy, asana (postures), meditation, and other spiritual practices in ways that are accessible for “householders,” those who travel the spiritual path but also have wordly responsibilities. Some highlights of our discussion include:
- An exploration of how to describe consciousness in yoga
- How asana can help us learn about our own consciousness
- Challenges that can arise when we embark on spiritual practices
- How to cultivate our sadhana (spiritual practices)
How to find Sara and Natalie's offerings through their website:
Sara Flanders: https://www.fullradiance.com/
Natalie Piet: https://www.earthskymoon.com/
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In this episode Ron and Emily talk with Carey Sims, yoga teacher in Charlotte, North Carolina, about yoga philosophy, religion, and adaptive yoga. Carey shares how he weaves together these fields of practice and study into his work. Some highlights include:
- How we can bring yoga ethics into our practice on and off the mat
- A discussion of the religious aspects of modern yoga
- Carey's approach to teaching adaptive yoga
For more information about Carey and his offerings (including a really thought provoking blog!), check out his website: https://www.careysims.com/
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In this duo episode, Ron and Emily discuss the changing views on alignment in yoga. We discuss:
- David Swenson's Ashtanga Yoga: The Practice Manual
- The benefits and potential pitfalls of focusing on physical alignment in one's practice
- How views about alignment in yoga have changed and evolved over the last two decades
We hope you enjoy!
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Refresh your back with this beginner-friendly seated practice. Enjoy!
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In this week’s episode, Ron and I discuss the array of benefits of in-person and online classes. Some highlights:
- How online teaching can make yoga more accessible logistically, geographically, and financially
- How in-person classes help cultivate community
- The benefits of finding the right balance of the two formats
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In this beginner-friendly standing practice, open your shoulders and upper back with eagle pose and a wide leg forward fold variation. A great practice to release tension in these areas.
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Nichol Walters, founder of the Ahava Yoga Collective, is back with us for another episode! In this episode we talk about how to create safe yoga spaces. We talk about:
- How we can foster safe and inclusive yoga spaces by giving thoughtful instructions.
- How the structure and sequencing of a yoga class can make it more inclusive.
- The significance of the physical postures in the larger context of a yoga practice.
Nichol's non-profit studio in Greensboro, NC: https://ahava-collective.com/
Catch Nichol's previous episode with us here:
- Recovery, yoga, and love with Nichol Walters: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/VEzwPRCJAtb
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This refreshing beginner-friendly practice includes a twisting lunge salutation to create space and freedom in the body and mind. Enjoy!
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In this episode, Ron and Emily talk about our favorite meditation books, When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chodron and A Path With Heart by Jack Kornfield. We share:
- How these books came into our lives and why we keep coming back to them for wisdom and inspiration.
- How we’ve used the guidance in these books in our own practices on and off the mat.
- A few basic strategies for getting started with a meditation practice.
There is a little audio interference at times during this episode, and we deeply apologize for that. It will be fixed next time!
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This refreshing beginner-friendly practice includes three sun salutation As to reconnect your mind and body. Enjoy!
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In this episode, Ron and I talk with Mindy Eisenberg, certified yoga therapist, adaptive yoga teacher, and founder of Yoga Moves MS. This engaging interview covered a broad array of topics, including:
- Why breathing is so important for our physical and mental wellbeing
- What is adaptive yoga and what an adaptive yoga class looks like for those with multiple sclerosis and other neuromuscular conditions
- Ways to incorporate spirituality into our practice and daily lives
Mindy has so much knowledge to share about these topics and so much more and we hope you enjoy this conversation!
Lean more about Mindy's array of offerings at Yoga Move MS: https://www.yogamovesms.org/
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This refreshing beginner-friendly practice includes lunge twists, leg stretches, and child's pose. Enjoy!
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For this week's feature episode, Ron and Emily are recording together in person! We cover a variety of topics today, including:
- Ron's experience practicing yoga on her most recent trip to Israel
- Tips for practicing yoga in other cities and countries
- Ways to face fear in practice
- Potential pitfalls of striving versus acting skillfully when approaching challenging postures
You'll sense how happy we were just to be in the same room together and we hope you enjoy listening!
Helpful links for more information about some of the topics we discussed:
- Accessible crow video from Emily Rex Yoga: https://sites.google.com/view/emilyrexyoga/practice-with-emily/shorts-and-instructional-videos?authuser=0
- Yoga for Real Life Episode 11: What's the best yoga practice for you right now?
- Yoga for Real Life Episode 15: Yoga, recover, and love with Nichol Walters (discussion about the meaning of using props during practice)
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This beginner-friendly practice stretches all areas of the hip. Enjoy!
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In this episode, co-hosts Emily and Ron talk with Jeffrey Shoaf about divine masculinity. Jeffrey is a yoga therapist, massage therapist and body worker, yoga educator and yoga teacher in Charlotte, North Caroline. In this episode, you'll learn about:
- Characteristics of masculine and feminine energy
- How to know if one of these energies is out of balance
- Common challenges men may face in a yoga practice
- How yoga can heal some of the imbalances in ourselves and the larger world
We hope you enjoy this episode!
Here's how to find Jeffrey's offerings online and in Charlotte, NC: https://www.jeffreyshoaf.com/
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This beginner-friendly practice features fluid movements on hands and knees and in warrior 2 to cultivate ease and relaxation. Enjoy!
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In this episode, co-hosts Emily and Ron talk with yoga teacher Michele Trumble about how her yoga practice has helped her work through injuries and surgeries and helped her cultivate self acceptance. In this episode, you'll learn about:
- How Michele found yoga during her career as a dancer and how her dance background informs her yoga practice and teaching style
- How Michele learned to listen to her body to inform modifications so that she could use yoga to heal from several injuries
- How curiosity and creativity inspire Michele's teaching
- Michele's tips for practicing yoga during pregnancy
We hope you enjoy this episode!
Here's how to find Michele's yoga offerings in Greensboro and High Point, NC through her small business, Kinetic Collective Yoga: https://www.kineticcollectiveyoga.com/
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This beginner-friendly yoga practice features postures from a hands and knees position, including cat-cow, leg stretches, and spine twists. Enjoy!
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In this episode, Nichol and Emily talk about Nichol's journey into the world of yoga, how she brings yoga to people in recovery and those transitioning from homelessness and incarceration, and her beautiful studio, Ahava Collective, in Greensboro, North Carolina.
What I love about this episode is:
- How openly Nichol shares her story of recovery and how she found yoga and meditation while in therapy.
- Nichol's inspiration to becoming a yoga teacher so she could share the practice with those in recovery.
- Nichol's passion about spreading the benefits of trauma-informed yoga by creating a safe space for all people.
I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed talking with Nichol!
Here's the link to Nichol's studio, Ahava Yoga Collective, in Greensboro, NC: https://ahava-collective.com/
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This beginner-friendly yoga practice features side body stretching within warrior 2. It's a great practice for feeling refreshed and doesn't require any props or even a mat. Enjoy!
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In this shorty episode, I share what I want you to know about my classes. It's not to persuade you to buy a membership, but an opportunity for you to understand one yoga teacher's philosophy and help you navigate what you want to see from your yoga teacher.
In this episode I discuss:
- Why my classes are challenging
- How I provide individualized feedback online How to self manage your level of challenge during practice
- Why continuing to grow as a yoga student is essential to teaching authentically
If you want to learn more about how to find the right yoga practice for you, check out Episode 11: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ygOwco3jhsb
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This beginner-friendly yoga practice features a leg stretches and a spinal twist on the floor. It's a great practice for evening relaxation. A strap, belt, or tie may be helpful but not required to do the practice. Enjoy!
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In this episode, Emily and Ron have a candid discussion about the wide variety of yoga and how to choose the right one for you. You'll find:
- Explanations of the many styles of yoga
- How to find the best practice length and frequency for you
- Why it's important to balance yoga with other forms of movement and exercise
- Balancing practicing online with practicing in person
- The benefits of practicing a wide variety of styles and adapting your practice to your body and mind's needs
As promised in the episode, here are links to Ron and Emily's favorite yoga blocks:
Emily's favorite foam blocks: https://a.co/d/ajCaOdB
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This beginner-friendly yoga practice features a mindful lunge salutation that incorporates leg stretches and a simple twist. Enjoy!
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In this episode of Yoga for Real Life, co-hosts Ron Baron and Emily Rex talk with yoga teacher and good friend Carmen Cavanagh about her journey into the yoga world. Carmen offers beautiful wisdom and insight about her yoga practice and teaching philosophy including:
- How she found yoga after owning a belly dancing studio How her yoga practice taught her self acceptance
- How developing mindfulness and insight has informed and sustained her years-long practice
- How her practice has influenced her teaching philosophy and love for teaching beginners
- How she addresses common misconceptions about yoga
Carmen teaches yoga at the Ahava Yoga Collective in Greensboro, NC. Visit the studio's website for more information about this inspiring non-profit studio: https://ahava-collective.com/
Please note that there is some intermittent static noise during the podcast. I deeply apologize for that and will have it fixed for the next episode!
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This beginner-friendly seated yoga practice is a great way to come back to your body and breath when you only have a few minutes. Postures include seated side stretch, cat-cow, low lunge, and butterfly pose. Enjoy!
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In this episode of Yoga for Real Life, co-hosts Ron Baron and Emily Rex discuss their journeys into the world of yoga, how practice evolves over time, and some misconceptions about yoga. We hope you enjoy this enriching conversation!
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This beginner-friendly standing yoga practice can be done anytime of day. Postures include side stretching, lunge salutations, and warrior 2. Enjoy!
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In this episode, I offer 4 practical tips for starting and maintaining a consistent yoga practice, whether you're just beginning your yoga path or have been practicing for many years. I discuss:
- Why it's challenging to start practicing.
- The importance of having a dedicated space and time for your practice.
- How to make your practice meaningful and find community.
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This beginner-friendly standing yoga practice can be done anytime of day. Postures include side stretching, one-leg balance (big toe pose), and tree pose. Enjoy!
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This beginner-friendly yoga practice can be done anytime of day. Postures include seated side stretches and twists, warrior 2, side angle, and a wide leg forward fold. Enjoy!
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This beginner-friendly yoga practice can be done anytime of day. Postures include cat-cow, leg stretches, downward facing dog, and a lunge salutation. Enjoy!
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Hello and welcome to the Yoga for Real Life podcast! I’m your host, Emily Rex, and I’ve been practicing yoga for over 20 years. In this podcast you’ll find great resources to incorporate yoga into your real life, including:
- 5-10 minute yoga practices
- On- and off the mat tips, and
- Interviews with inspiring folks in the yoga community.
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