Yoga In My School

Author of Mindsight, Dr Daniel Siegel is an expert in how the mind, brain and relationships interconnect and influence our lives. He joins us to address the importance of mindful awareness in youth to foster positive mental, physical and relational health and well-being. By focusing our attention on the internal workings of the mind we are able to acknowldege thoughts & feelings, let go of that which does not serve, and transform our lives. Learn more about this essential component to emotional and social intelligence during this 30 minute interview. Dr. Siegel is the keynote speakers at the International Conference on Mindfulness with Youth held in Banff, Alberta July 15-17, 2011.

In the summer of 1972 Hari Bhajan Khalsa discovered Kundalini Yoga spending ten days on retreat with Yogi Bhajan. It changed her life turning a hippie into a yogini, and has provided insight, peace and purpose thoroughout the past four decades. Join us as we chat with the CEO of Yogamint and delve into what Kundalini yoga is and why it is so transformational. We`ll also get the inside scoop on Yogamint for all the Mint Lovers out there who look forward to sweet treats in their in-box to freshen their day and enrich their life.

Eoin Finn joins us to share insights on how to achieve bliss in our lives. The Blissology Project encourages doing good, feeling better and creating an upward spiral through the Five Big Easys. Discover exactly how these simple steps can change your life, creating more peace and contement. Eoin will also share his experience on TED Talks and the keys to hammock enlightenment.

Lynn Hasselberger, founder of myEARTH360, is a woman on a mission to make everyday living eco-friendly, kind to both people and the environment. Fueled by her eco-passion, she started with custom designed reusable water bottles for kids and has since developed an entire site packed with items from eco-friendly school supplies to green pet products. Lynn joins us to talk about sustainable living with tips on how to make every day Earth Day and much more.

Founder of BodyLogique, Barbara Gini discusses yoga for children with autism spectrum disorders. This in depth interview includes common adaptations of yoga poses and breathing exercises, techniques to improve sensory integration and ways to promote social interaction. Teachers, parents, therapists and aides who work with children with autism will greatly benefit from Barbara's wealth of expertise.

Anna Guest-Jelley, founder of Curvy Yoga, grabs life by the curves, finding joy and self fulfillment in each day. We'll discuss why happiness is not related to the number on the scale, society's obsession with thin, the curvy yoga revolution, and how to recognize and achieve your goals today. Anna will also share tips on practicing and teaching yoga for curvy bodies. This interview is a definite must listen for anyone who has ever struggled with their weight and self-esteem.

Senior Iyengar Yoga Teacher and author, Bobby Clennell joins us to discuss her newest book Watch Me Do Yoga: a children's yoga book that appeals to the kid in all of us. Bobby will share the inspiration for the book, her love of art and yoga and what has drawn her to the Iyengar style of yoga for more than 30 years. Discover how yoga can help bridge the difference between the external world and our individual hearts from one of the core faculty members of the Iyengar Yoga Association of New York.

With over 108 stops in 12 months the I Love Yoga: Green Bus Project brings yoga to studios, conferences, campuses and festivals in a unique way. Get in touch with the founders of the Green Bus Project, learn the challenges of life on the road, discover wonderful ways to make dynamic, positive change in your life and the world. All this and more during this interview with yogis Moses Love and Zeina Smidi.

YogaDork, Jennilyn Carson, is our guest as she shares her experiences writing a popular yoga blog, detailing celebrity yoga sightings, attending yoga school, and poking fun at the status quo of the yoga world. Join your fav yoga peep as she tells all including the highs and lows of reporting the latest yoga news with wit and wisdom.

Celebrated yoga instructor Cora Wen shares her extensive knowledge regarding Chinese traditions as they relate to Chinese New Year and the Chinese Zodiac. Discover how the animals were chosen, the influence of the elements and much more. Most importantly Cora will share practices to align your life, home and yoga practice with the year and the seasons to encourage peace, prosperity, longevity and good fortune. Gong Xi Fa Cai!

Christy Brock, founder of Yoga Minded joins us to talk yoga for teens. We'll be discussing how yoga helps teenagers to navigate these tumultuous years, answer the big questions in life and increase connectivity with themselves, their peers and their families. However, teaching yoga to teenagers is not easy. Learn a few tricks of the trade to rock your teen yoga classes.

NYC kids and teens yoga expert Sarah Herrington joins us to talk about the benefits of yoga for tween and teenage girls. The transition from little girl to grown woman often results in a crisis in confidence as young women face media manipulation, uncertain moral standards, heavy peer pressure, academic & career dilemmas. Yoga can help. Tune in to discover how yoga can improve body image, reduce stress, fight depression and much more. A must listen for anyone with young women in their lives!

The eternal "Dharma Brat," Waylon Lewis joins us to chat about 2010. Waylon is an avid environmentalist, a shameless self promoter, the editor of elephant journal and host of Walk the Talk Show with Waylon Lewis (BTW we're looking forward to the 2011 interviews). From awards to fav posts, Waylon shares his perspectives on the past year, his greatest challenges and living the bodhisattva vow. We'll get a peak at the behind the scenes workings of #elej as well as find out what's on tap for the coming year.

Founder of Anusara Yoga, John Friend joins us to discuss 'The Yoga of Yes.' Referred to as the Yoga Mogul by The New York Times, John works tirelessly to help others allow the goodness of their hearts to penetrate their bodies and lives. From developing a coherent philosophy and curriculum to inspiring attendees at the Anusara Grand Gathering John's 2010 has been a busy year. John will share insights gained during the 2010 Melt Your Heart, Blow Your Mind tour, his vision for The Center, the new home for the Anusara kula (family), and a New Year's message to kick off your 2011.

Ally Hamilton has a vision to build a unique community where joy, sharing and empowerment abound. To this end she and husband Dorian founded YogisAnonymous, a studio & website where serious yoga is taught in a fun and playful manner. YogisAnonymous turned yoga instruction on its head with FREE live streaming video of classes with master teachers. Get the inside scoop on all the fun from Ally herself as she shares the highs and lows of the past year. She'll also dish on what those of us who are addicted to Flight Club, Soul Flow and Ally's own Hurt's So Good can expect in 2011.