Modern Mystics Podcast with Alanna Kaivalya, Ph.D.
Summary: Yoga classes and lectures led by Advanced Certified Jivamukti Yoga Instructor, Alanna. She will guide you through 20 minutes of invigorating yoga...includes Sun Salutations, Standing Poses, and a reminder of why you practice - to bring a little peace into the world. Even though she'd like to think so, Alanna knows that not all yoga techniques are suitable for everyone, so please make sure you are fit, healthy and free from injury before joining in the yoga rush JivaDiva Jam series! If you're interested in learning more about fascinating yoga philosophy, only 5 minutes of your time will fill you with in depth information as Alanna covers topics such as the chakras, karma, the sutras and others. May your yoga practice fill you with peace, Namaste. For more information, please visit www.jivadiva.com.
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As a yoga teacher, it is likely you have experienced the perils of working in the yoga industry. Whether it be wage theft, devaluation, shady hiring practices, or something else...you deserve better. Emily Stewart, founder of Group Fitness Instructors United and The Kaivalya Yoga Method Academy lead mentor, is creating a groundswell of support for her union that helps to protect yoga teachers and raise their level of work to a legitimized and protected career path.
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On our journey to becoming extraordinary yoga teachers and spiritual leaders, we often receive feedback and support on how to grow and become better. Whether it be via tests, video uploads, or one-on-one coaching, the ability to take feedback and use it for growth, rather than as an obstacle is critical. Alyssa Arroyo, lead mentor on The Kaivalya Yoga Method Academy online teacher training, shares with us unique ways to grow and change as a spiritual leader -- and human! -- in the midst of challenge.
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Veterans and active duty military put their lives on the line for the benefit of others -- an ultimate act of selfless service. In turn, as spiritual leaders, we must step up to provide safe, healing space for this community to participate in yoga practice. Justin Blazejewski, founder of Vetoga, talks about the best ways to do this and work with military and veterans.
