In today's solo episode, Arundhati shares how to recognize "how much" to challenge a student in a yoga class. As well as what "reading the room" means with different personality types in classes. This episode will help you understand how to teach more effectively in a group setting. A must-listen if you're a yoga teacher keen to improve your teaching and approach to teaching group classes. Episode highlightsRecognize that different students will have different preferencesRecognize that one student can have varying preferences each dayThe different personalities of yoga studentsNoticing patterns helps better sequencingConsider the student's background such as age, gender, etc.How much do you actually challenge a student? Find your baselineStart to build a class plan on the baselineHave a working knowledge of propsRecognize the "level" of the studentSome example scenariosA good measure to understand how much to push a student200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

In today's solo episode, Arundhati shares how to recognize "how much" to challenge a student in a yoga class. As well as what "reading the room" means with different personality types in classes. This episode will help you understand how to teach more effectively in a group setting. A must-listen if you're a yoga teacher keen to improve your teaching and approach to teaching group classes. Episode highlights<ul><li>Recognize that different students will have different preferences</li><li>Recognize that one student can have varying preferences each day</li><li>The different personalities of yoga students</li><li>Noticing patterns helps better sequencing</li><li>Consider the student's background such as age, gender, etc.</li><li>How much do you actually challenge a student? <ul><li>Find your baseline</li><li>Start to build a class plan on the baseline</li><li>Have a working knowledge of props</li><li>Recognize the "level" of the student</li></ul></li><li>Some example scenarios</li><li>A good measure to understand how much to push a student</li></ul><a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

How Much to Challenge a Student and Recognizing Different Personalities in Class

If there's one conversation you listen to about Sadhana in yoga. It needs to be this one. Dr. Manasa Rao who holds a Ph.D. in Yoga effortlessly takes us through the many layers of sadhana in yoga in this episode. You will understand the following from this episode...What does the word 'sadhana' mean? How has Sadhana evolved over time? Does everyone who does yoga need to have a sadhana?What are some factors to consider while building your sadhanaA detailed list of obstacles to consider Who "gives" you your sadhana?What to do if you feel stuck in Sadhana? Advice for yoga teachers. You can find out more about Dr. Manasa Rao by visiting our show notes. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

If there's one conversation you listen to about Sadhana in yoga. It needs to be this one. Dr. Manasa Rao who holds a Ph.D. in Yoga effortlessly takes us through the many layers of sadhana in yoga in this episode.  You will understand the following from this episode...<ul><li>What does the word 'sadhana' mean? </li><li>How has Sadhana evolved over time? </li><li>Does everyone who does yoga need to have a sadhana?</li><li>What are some factors to consider while building your sadhana</li><li>A detailed list of obstacles to consider </li><li>Who "gives" you your sadhana?</li><li>What to do if you feel stuck in Sadhana? </li><li>Advice for yoga teachers. </li></ul> You can find out more about Dr. Manasa Rao by visiting our show notes. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

Everything You Need to Know About Sadhana in Yoga with Dr. Manasa Rao

I wish someone had told me how to avoid these when I started teaching yoga. A light hearted, short solo episode with the host, Arundhati. We talk a look at 10 different ways in which yoga teachers sometimes get lost and end up misunderstanding what teaching yoga is all about. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

I wish someone had told me how to avoid these when I started teaching yoga. A light hearted, short solo episode with the host, Arundhati. We talk a look at 10 different ways in which yoga teachers sometimes get lost and end up misunderstanding what teaching yoga is all about. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

10 Ways to Fail As A Yoga Teacher

Often yoga teachers are stuck or confused about how to maintain a healthy balance between the roles of being a yoga teacher and that of a student. To be honest, the struggle is real. Arundhati has had countless conversations with yoga teachers over the years and its a problem that keeps coming up. To address this conversation, we have Prasad Rangnekar back on the show. Prasad and Arundhati go in-depth into this balancing act of being a yoga teacher and a student that most of us need to figure out in popular yoga. Some of the things you'll hear about are...Are we misidentifying with the role of what it means to be a yoga teacher? How to (really) deal with imposter syndrome and FOMO?How to ground yourself in studentship?Redefining or recontextualizing the role of a yoga teacher in modern-day yogaPausing and reflectingStructure for yoga teachers who want to be studentsThere's much more to this open-ended conversation. If you teach yoga and face this problem. Hit play now!To show your appreciation for the LTY podcast, please remember to rate and review us so we can help get this content into the hands of other yoga teachers and students. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

Often yoga teachers are stuck or confused about how to maintain a healthy balance between the roles of being a yoga teacher and that of a student. To be honest, the struggle is real. Arundhati has had countless conversations with yoga teachers over the years and its a problem that keeps coming up.  To address this conversation, we have Prasad Rangnekar back on the show. Prasad and Arundhati go in-depth into this balancing act of being a yoga teacher and a student that most of us need to figure out in popular yoga.  Some of the things you'll hear about are...<ul><li>Are we misidentifying with the role of what it means to be a yoga teacher? </li><li>How to (really) deal with imposter syndrome and FOMO?</li><li>How to ground yourself in studentship?</li><li>Redefining or recontextualizing the role of a yoga teacher in modern-day yoga</li><li>Pausing and reflecting</li><li>Structure for yoga teachers who want to be students</li></ul> There's much more to this open-ended conversation. If you teach yoga and face this problem. Hit play now! To show your appreciation for the LTY podcast, please remember to rate and review us so we can help get this content into the hands of other yoga teachers and students. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

Balancing the Roles of Being a Yoga Teacher and Student

This is a conversation that you shouldn’t miss. Vikram Jeet Singh is back again. This time we dive deep into some essential concepts in Yoga that we should know as yoga teachers and students. We break down  the common ones like Abhyasa Vairajya and delve deeper into some lesser known concepts like ksama. There is sadhana, sraddha, raga, dvesa and more . This conversation will definately be something you will not only find enriching but  deeply relatable. This isn’t a Sanskrit class. Or an academic way of living your yoga. It’s relatable and something you can use on a daily basis. Head to our shownotes  to connect with Vikram and follow his work. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

This is a conversation that you shouldn’t miss. Vikram Jeet Singh is back again. This time we dive deep into some essential concepts in Yoga that we should know as yoga teachers and students.  We break down  the common ones like Abhyasa Vairajya and delve deeper into some lesser known concepts like ksama.  There is sadhana, sraddha, raga, dvesa and more . This conversation will definately be something you will not only find enriching but  deeply relatable.  This isn’t a Sanskrit class. Or an academic way of living your yoga. It’s relatable and something you can use on a daily basis.  Head to our shownotes  to connect with Vikram and follow his work. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

Must Know Sanskrit Concepts for Yoga Teachers

In this episode, Arundhati shares 3 simple, easy, and effective ways in which you can enhance your yoga classes today. Whether you're a new yoga teacher looking to grow or an experienced one looking for fresh ways to enhance your asana classes. This is a snippet from Arundhati's recent workshop hosted for yoga teachers where she explored 10 different ways of enhancing asana classes to provide deeper greater context for yoga teachers. Our bite-sized newsletter goes out this week. May sure you're signed up using the link below. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

In this episode, Arundhati shares 3 simple, easy, and effective ways in which you can enhance your yoga classes today. Whether you're a new yoga teacher looking to grow or an experienced one looking for fresh ways to enhance your asana classes.  This is a snippet from Arundhati's recent workshop hosted for yoga teachers where she explored 10 different ways of enhancing asana classes to provide deeper greater context for yoga teachers.  Our bite-sized newsletter goes out this week. May sure you're signed up using the link below. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

How to Enhance Your Yoga Class Right to Indicate Deeper Yoga

In this episode, Arundhati dives deep into unpacking the living principle of ahimsa in yoga. Many yoga teachers understand the principles of ahimsa. But can’t translate it into tangible steps for people who show up in their yoga classes wanting to learn poses. In this episode, you’ll learn about what ahimsa really means even beyond yoga. The Sanskrit breakdown of ahimsa. What it means in yoga. And how its scope expands beyond Patanjali’s eight limbs of yoga. How to break it down for your students on the mat? Why is that significant?How to take this “off your mat”? How to measure if you’re able to live ahimsa? What are the human characteristics that change , develop or amplify? Exploring all this and more in this episode. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

In this episode, Arundhati dives deep into unpacking the living principle of ahimsa in yoga. Many yoga teachers understand the principles of ahimsa. But can’t translate it into tangible steps for people who show up in their yoga classes wanting to learn poses. In this episode, you’ll learn about what ahimsa really means even beyond yoga. The Sanskrit breakdown of ahimsa. What it means in yoga. And how its scope expands beyond Patanjali’s eight limbs of yoga. How to break it down for your students on the mat? Why is that significant?How to take this “off your mat”? How to measure if you’re able to live ahimsa? What are the human characteristics that change , develop or amplify? Exploring all this and more in this episode.  <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

Contextualizing Ahimsa and Making it Relatable in Yoga Classes

FREE WORKSHOP ALERT - On May 16th, Arundhati is offering a free workshop for yoga teachers. It's called "10 ways to enhance your yoga class today". Details in the links below. In our new bite-sized monthly newsletter, we have a segment where you can drop questions for Arundhati to answer. In today's episode, she answers two listener questions. 1. Is complimenting students a good or a negative thing? Does it hinder them in any way? How to actually complement a student to enhance their yoga? 2. How important is alignment in Asana? Do you physically or verbally adjust a student who looks uncomfortable? To find out the answers to this, hit play. You can sign up for our newsletter below. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

FREE WORKSHOP ALERT - On May 16th, Arundhati is offering a free workshop for yoga teachers. It's called "10 ways to enhance your yoga class today". Details in the links below. In our new bite-sized monthly newsletter, we have a segment where you can drop questions for Arundhati to answer. In today's episode, she answers two listener questions.  1. Is complimenting students a good or a negative thing? Does it hinder them in any way? How to actually complement a student to enhance their yoga?  2. How important is alignment in Asana? Do you physically or verbally adjust a student who looks uncomfortable?  To find out the answers to this, hit play. You can sign up for our newsletter below. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

You Asked – We Answered. Complimenting Students & Pose Alignment, Is It Important?

Kaya Mindlin

What do you think of when we talk about the spine in yoga? Probably anatomy, the spine in Asana, posture, age of the spine, backbends and more. But mostly we end up staying in the physical , western view of the spine in yoga. But according to yogis, the spine is so much more than just the physical spine. There is the Sukshma (subtle ) spine that is expansive, and part of the subtle body. Having vast implications on the journey of a seeker. In this episode, we dive into the spine and yoga with Kaya Mindlin, who walks us through mythological stories from the puranas to helping us understand the subtle spine in ways that will be new to many of you but also takes you beyond just the physical spine. We look at the elements of the subtle spine, how to work with this spine and more. For Kaya’s full bio, our bite sized bi-monthly newsletter and other episodes head to our show notes. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

What do you think of when we talk about the spine in yoga? Probably anatomy, the spine in Asana, posture, age of the spine, backbends and more. But mostly we end up staying in the physical , western view of the spine in yoga. But according to yogis, the spine is so much more than just the physical spine. There is the Sukshma (subtle ) spine that is expansive, and part of the subtle body. Having vast implications on the journey of a seeker.  In this episode, we dive into the spine and yoga with Kaya Mindlin, who walks us through mythological stories from the puranas to helping us understand the subtle spine in ways that will be new to many of you but also takes you beyond just the physical spine. We look at the elements of the subtle spine, how to work with this spine and more.  For Kaya’s full bio, our bite sized bi-monthly newsletter and other episodes head to our show notes. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

Yoga and the Spine with Kaya Mindlin

On the Let’s talk yoga podcast today, Indu Arora is back. This time demystifying chakras. Adding context and clarity about them in a way that’s refreshing and easy to relate to. Indu eloquently explains what is a chakra? Provides clear detail as to why it’s a part of yoga. What we have misunderstood about chakras in modern yoga? Do we “work” on our chakras? How do we know if they’re weak? Does the order of the chakras matter? How can one strengthen their connection with the chakras? And so much more. If there’s one conversation, you listen to about the chakras. Let it be this one. Head to our show notes to know more about Indu Arora, her work and courses. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

On the Let’s talk yoga podcast today, Indu Arora is back. This time demystifying chakras. Adding context and clarity about them in a way that’s refreshing and easy to relate to. Indu eloquently explains what is a chakra? Provides clear detail as to why it’s a part of yoga. What we have misunderstood about chakras in modern yoga? Do we “work” on our chakras? How do we know if they’re weak? Does the order of the chakras matter? How can one strengthen their connection with the chakras? And so much more. If there’s one conversation, you listen to about the chakras. Let it be this one.  Head to our show notes to know more about Indu Arora, her work and courses. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

Bringing Clarity to the Chakras Like Never Before with Indu Arora

Arundhati is an immigrant Indian yoga teacher, living in the US. She's grown a 6 figure yoga business singlehandedly. Self-taught, hardworking, and passionate, she's changing the yoga conversation to include more Indian yoga teachers. This podcast covers topics like cultural appropriation of yoga, yoga teacher training, practicing yoga in business, and much more...Whether you're a student or a teacher, you'll find valuable insight, strategies, free downloads, and raw conversations. Tune in every Tuesday for a new episode! More good stuff on our website - letstalk.yoga.

In this episode, we dive deep into the "link" between Yoga and Ayurveda. We've heard them be called 'sister sciences' before. But do you really understand how these two connect? More importantly, how can you leverage Ayurveda as a yoga teacher or practitioner to benefit you? Our guest Nidhi Bhansali Pandya is a lifelong Ayurveda practitioner, teacher  and writer. She helps us understand this link, gives us actionable items to follow as yoga teachers and contextualizes Ayurveda for yoga students. There's a lot you'll get out of this conversation when you hit play. Some highlights are...Yoga and ayurveda as sister sciences &amp; how?A List of ayurveda practices that one should keep in mindThe three pillars of health according to AyurvedaHow much knowledge does the average asana teacher need to have about doshas?What type of asana should you do for each doshaWhat kind of pranayama for each doshaHow often should we be checking for our dosha balance or imbalance?Mind management through Ayurveda. The ideal time for asana for all doshas Applying oil to your body &amp; why it matters Plus more. Head to our show notes to learn more about Nidhi's extensive work in Ayurveda as well sign up for our newsletter. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

In this episode, we dive deep into the "link" between Yoga and Ayurveda. We've heard them be called 'sister sciences' before. But do you really understand how these two connect? More importantly, how can you leverage Ayurveda as a yoga teacher or practitioner to benefit you? Our guest Nidhi Bhansali Pandya is a lifelong Ayurveda practitioner, teacher  and writer. She helps us understand this link, gives us actionable items to follow as yoga teachers and contextualizes Ayurveda for yoga students. There's a lot you'll get out of this conversation when you hit play. Some highlights are... <ul><li>Yoga and ayurveda as sister sciences &amp; how?</li><li>A List of ayurveda practices that one should keep in mind</li><li>The three pillars of health according to Ayurveda</li><li>How much knowledge does the average asana teacher need to have about doshas?</li><li>What type of asana should you do for each dosha</li><li>What kind of pranayama for each dosha</li><li>How often should we be checking for our dosha balance or imbalance?</li><li>Mind management through Ayurveda. </li><li>The ideal time for asana for all doshas </li><li>Applying oil to your body &amp; why it matters </li></ul>Plus more. Head to our show notes to learn more about Nidhi's extensive work in Ayurveda as well sign up for our newsletter. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

The Link Between Yoga and Ayurveda – Simplified

In this episode, Arundhati walks you through the different stages or biological milestones in a woman's life. And how yoga should be changing and evolving as you or your students change. Modern vinyasa yoga doesn't make space for such conversations. Especially for women who have ever-changing bodies and hormonal health. There is a lot of yogic wisdom on how to get optimal health if you're in these phases. Or if you're having issues in any phase - be it period health or menopausal issues. Yoga has tools right from asana, and pranayama to deeper practices. If you're a yoga teacher, listen to learn more about this so you can support your students in their journey. If you enjoyed the episode, please remember to rate, review and share it on Instagram. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

In this episode, Arundhati walks you through the different stages or biological milestones in a woman's life. And how yoga should be changing and evolving as you or your students change.  Modern vinyasa yoga doesn't make space for such conversations. Especially for women who have ever-changing bodies and hormonal health. There is a lot of yogic wisdom on how to get optimal health if you're in these phases.  Or if you're having issues in any phase - be it period health or menopausal issues. Yoga has tools right from asana, and pranayama to deeper practices.  If you're a yoga teacher, listen to learn more about this so you can support your students in their journey.  If you enjoyed the episode, please remember to rate, review and share it on Instagram. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

How Yoga Should Evolve In Different Stages of Womanhood

A short solo episode with Arundhati on how to help your students identify with an Asana approach that helps them build a steady , life long connection with practice. This episode is inspired by countless years of observing, understanding and having conversations with students about why students grow in Asana and other aspects of yoga and why some quit. This simple 2 step approach is something all yoga teachers need to be sharing with their students. Let us know if you apply these in your classes. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

A short solo episode with Arundhati on how to help your students identify with an Asana approach that helps them build a steady , life long connection with practice.  This episode is inspired by countless years of observing, understanding and having conversations with students about why students grow in Asana and other aspects of yoga and why some quit.  This simple 2 step approach is something all yoga teachers need to be sharing with their students.  Let us know if you apply these in your classes. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

Tell Your Yoga Students This Right Away

Vikram Jeet Singh

What is cultural appropriation of yoga? Is it about saying namaste in class, Ganesha tattoos and wearing bindis ? Or is it more? I had done an episode about this at the very start of the podcast but was disappointed as the yoga world seems stuck at just the superficial work. It doesn’t help that appropriation is now another trendy thing that you can buy in the yoga world. As many teachers build their careers around just this. Vikram Jeet Singh is back on the podcast to give you an in-depth understanding of why cultural appropriation of yoga is beyond the superficial stuff. We talk about where the real work lies for yoga teachers.This is an episode you don’t want to miss. Episode highlightsWhat is appropriation?Examples of what appropriation can look likeAre there types or degrees of appropriation?What quality should one embody to go into appropriation work?The major issues with appropriation in the yoga worldShould one have to spend money to learn about appropriation?Where should one learn appropriation from?Mistakes to avoidAppropriation work in IndiaSome key takeawaysVikram Jeet Singh’s bio available in our show notes.200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

What is cultural appropriation of yoga? Is it about saying namaste in class, Ganesha tattoos and wearing bindis ? Or is it more? I had done an episode about this at the very start of the podcast but was disappointed as the yoga world seems stuck at just the superficial work. It doesn’t help that appropriation is now another trendy thing that you can buy in the yoga world. As many teachers build their careers around just this. Vikram Jeet Singh is back on the podcast to give you an in-depth understanding of why cultural appropriation of yoga is beyond the superficial stuff. We talk about where the real work lies for yoga teachers.This is an episode you don’t want to miss.  Episode highlights<ul><li>What is appropriation?</li><li>Examples of what appropriation can look like</li><li>Are there types or degrees of appropriation?</li><li>What quality should one embody to go into appropriation work?</li><li>The major issues with appropriation in the yoga world</li><li>Should one have to spend money to learn about appropriation?</li><li>Where should one learn appropriation from?</li><li>Mistakes to avoid</li><li>Appropriation work in India</li><li>Some key takeaways</li></ul>Vikram Jeet Singh’s bio available in our show notes.<a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

Cultural Appropriation 2.0 with Vikram Jeet Singh

Pavel Dmitriev

On the show today, we explore the mind as viewed in yoga with long-term yoga &amp; meditation teacher, Pavel Dimitrev. Some of the episode highlights are...What is the mind according to yoga?Where in the mind is morality?Managing the mind through yoga for beginnersWhy is our mind so troubled?Pranayama and the mindWhat is the purpose of a thought?Where do thoughts come from?What we resist persistsPractices in yoga that will help manage our mindFull guest bio available on our show notes. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

On the show today, we explore the mind as viewed in yoga with long-term yoga &amp; meditation teacher, Pavel Dimitrev. Some of the episode highlights are...<ul><li>What is the mind according to yoga?</li><li>Where in the mind is morality?</li><li>Managing the mind through yoga for beginners</li><li>Why is our mind so troubled?</li><li>Pranayama and the mind</li><li>What is the purpose of a thought?</li><li>Where do thoughts come from?</li><li>What we resist persists</li><li>Practices in yoga that will help manage our mind</li></ul>Full guest bio available on our show notes. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

Managing the Mind with Yoga with Pavel Dmitriev

In this short solo episode,  Arundhati does a deep dive into Shavasana, she tells you the story of Shavasana.  As well as why you roll the right side instead of the left and much more.  What to do if someone always falls asleep and more. She gives you a life update and all the changes happening and how she's adapting to her new normal for the next few months. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

In this short solo episode,  Arundhati does a deep dive into Shavasana, she tells you the story of Shavasana.  As well as why you roll the right side instead of the left and much more.  What to do if someone always falls asleep and more.  She gives you a life update and all the changes happening and how she's adapting to her new normal for the next few months. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

Mythological Story of Shavasana & Why You Roll to the Right

It's no secret that many start yoga nowadays at a yoga studio and adopt a physical practice of yoga. Doing "yoga" has come to mean doing "yoga poses". Many yoga teachers struggle to understand how to link the greater context of yoga through asana or the physical practice of yoga. In this solo episode, Arundhati Baitmangalkar walks you through 5 easy, effective and effortless ways to start thinking about this. She reminds you to first strengthen the student's relationship with the richness and depth of asana before bringing in more yoga. And why reading a yoga sutra to them will mean nothing if they haven't yet connected fully to their asana and the benefits they see from them. Arundhati calls this part 1 of much more to come. She shares 5 easy ways to get this conversation started with your students. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

It's no secret that many start yoga nowadays at a yoga studio and adopt a physical practice of yoga. Doing "yoga" has come to mean doing "yoga poses". Many yoga teachers struggle to understand how to link the greater context of yoga through asana or the physical practice of yoga.  In this solo episode, Arundhati Baitmangalkar walks you through 5 easy, effective and effortless ways to start thinking about this. She reminds you to first strengthen the student's relationship with the richness and depth of asana before bringing in more yoga.  And why reading a yoga sutra to them will mean nothing if they haven't yet connected fully to their asana and the benefits they see from them.  Arundhati calls this part 1 of much more to come. She shares 5 easy ways to get this conversation started with your students. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

5 Ways to Take Your Asana Students Into Deeper Yoga in Class

In this episode of Let's Talk Yoga, Vikram Jeet Singh is back in conversation with Arundhati about all things advanced yoga. What qualifies as advanced yoga? What are the characteristics of "being advanced" in yoga and more? The confusion around this topic is real. We have an open conversation in the hope that more yoga teachers gain clarity about the subjectivity of advanced yoga, its nuances, and the fact that it is not entirely postural. Vikram Jeet Singh is a lifelong yoga student, international continuing education provider and mentor for many yoga teachers. Read his full bio in our show notes. 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

In this episode of Let's Talk Yoga, Vikram Jeet Singh is back in conversation with Arundhati about all things advanced yoga.  What qualifies as advanced yoga? What are the characteristics of "being advanced" in yoga and more? The confusion around this topic is real.  We have an open conversation in the hope that more yoga teachers gain clarity about the subjectivity of advanced yoga, its nuances, and the fact that it is not entirely postural.  Vikram Jeet Singh is a lifelong yoga student, international continuing education provider and mentor for many yoga teachers. Read his full bio in our show notes. <a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

What is Advanced Yoga with Vikram Jeet Singh

Prasad Rangnekar

The 8 limbs of yoga are mentioned often in the modern yoga world. Especially if you've studied in yoga teacher training. But often, you're probably exploring only the very surface of this. The contextualization is missing. In this episode, our (repeat) guest Prasad Rangnekar dives deep into not only giving us a clear context of the 8 limbs in the grand scheme of yoga. But he clarifies how to move through the 8 limbs as a modern-day practitioner. Whether you think you know the 8 limbs of yoga or not, this conversation will be enriching. Episode highlightsHow central are the 8 limbs to yoga? The relationship between the margas &amp; the 8 limbs Does everyone need to practice all 8 limbs? What have we lost sight of? Why do the yamas and niyamas start the 8 limbs? Asana in the past Shouldn't pratyahara be central to our yoga practice? Difference between dharana and dhyana Exploring Samadhi as a concept There's way more. I hope you continue to support this podcast and the generosity of the guests by supporting their work and ours. All the details and additional links can be found in our show notes. Guest Bio:Prasad Rangnekar, is a Yoga Educator from India who teaches in over 15 countries for the past 26 years. Prasad’s Yoga education started at the age of 9, and over the last 36 years, he has been studying Yoga traditionally, in a lineage, as well as academically, at a university. Prasad regards meditative silence as his greatest teacher and goes into 3 month-long silence retreats every year.Prasad is associated with the Natha Lineage, the founding lineage of Hatha Yoga, over the last 16 years and has stayed and studied with Natha Yoga Masters in India and Nepal.200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

The 8 limbs of yoga are mentioned often in the modern yoga world. Especially if you've studied in yoga teacher training. But often, you're probably exploring only the very surface of this. The contextualization is missing. In this episode, our (repeat) guest Prasad Rangnekar dives deep into not only giving us a clear context of the 8 limbs in the grand scheme of yoga. But he clarifies how to move through the 8 limbs as a modern-day practitioner. Whether you think you know the 8 limbs of yoga or not, this conversation will be enriching. Episode highlights<ul><li>How central are the 8 limbs to yoga? </li><li>The relationship between the margas &amp; the 8 limbs </li><li>Does everyone need to practice all 8 limbs? </li><li>What have we lost sight of? </li><li>Why do the yamas and niyamas start the 8 limbs? </li><li>Asana in the past </li><li>Shouldn't pratyahara be central to our yoga practice? </li><li>Difference between dharana and dhyana </li><li>Exploring Samadhi as a concept </li></ul> There's way more. I hope you continue to support this podcast and the generosity of the guests by supporting their work and ours. All the details and additional links can be found in our show notes. Guest Bio: Prasad Rangnekar, is a Yoga Educator from India who teaches in over 15 countries for the past 26 years. Prasad’s Yoga education started at the age of 9, and over the last 36 years, he has been studying Yoga traditionally, in a lineage, as well as academically, at a university. Prasad regards meditative silence as his greatest teacher and goes into 3 month-long silence retreats every year.Prasad is associated with the Natha Lineage, the founding lineage of Hatha Yoga, over the last 16 years and has stayed and studied with Natha Yoga Masters in India and Nepal.<a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

The Missing Context of the 8 Limbs of Yoga with Prasad Rangnekar

In this episode, Arundhati leads you through a full pranayama masterclass. You'll get to practice pranayama &amp; learn about a few techniques via this episode. Arundhati also shares all details about her upcoming Pranayama Teacher Training. This is our last call here on the podcast as the training starts November 4th, 2022. Details below. Additional Pranayama episodes are also linked below. See you at the training. Resources and Links Mentioned:Let's Talk Yoga Episode 102 -  Want to Teach Pranayama After Teaching Asana? Listen Up!Let's Talk Yoga Episode 103 -  Where Does Pranayama Really Begin? Answer revealed…Let's Talk Yoga Episode 104 -  How Much Pranayama Do You Really Need?Let's Talk Yoga Episode 42 - Free Pranayama Class &amp; Sequencing Notes for Yoga TeachersLet's Talk Yoga Episode 56 - The Three Important Groups of PranayamaLet's Talk Yoga Episode 57 - Top 5 FAQs about Pranayama200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram

In this episode, Arundhati leads you through a full pranayama masterclass. You'll get to practice pranayama &amp; learn about a few techniques via this episode. Arundhati also shares all details about her upcoming Pranayama Teacher Training. This is our last call here on the podcast as the training starts November 4th, 2022. Details below. Additional Pranayama episodes are also linked below. See you at the training.  Resources and Links Mentioned:<ul><li><a href="https://letstalk.yoga/episode/want-to-teach-pranayama-after-teaching-asana/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Let's Talk Yoga Episode 102 -  Want to Teach Pranayama After Teaching Asana? Listen Up!</a></li><li><a href="https://letstalk.yoga/episode/where-does-pranayama-really-begin-answer-revealed/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Let's Talk Yoga Episode 103 -  Where Does Pranayama Really Begin? Answer revealed…</a></li><li><a href="https://letstalk.yoga/episode/how-much-pranayama-do-you-really-need/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Let's Talk Yoga Episode 104 -  How Much Pranayama Do You Really Need?</a></li><li><a href="https://letstalk.yoga/episode/free-pranayama-class-for-yoga-teachers/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Let's Talk Yoga Episode 42 - Free Pranayama Class &amp; Sequencing Notes for Yoga Teachers</a></li><li><a href="https://letstalk.yoga/episode/free-pranayama-class-the-three-groups-of-pranayama-practices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Let's Talk Yoga Episode 56 - The Three Important Groups of Pranayama</a></li><li><a href="https://letstalk.yoga/episode/faq-about-pranayama/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Let's Talk Yoga Episode 57 - Top 5 FAQs about Pranayama</a></li></ul><a href="https://courses.mindfulyogateachers.com/BYTT2023" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">200-hour Yoga Teacher Training 2023</a> <a href="https://ahamyoga.kartra.com/page/Dox28" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Join our mailing list</a> <a href="https://letstalk.yoga/listen/?swcfpc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Find all the resources mentioned in this episode</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arundhati_baitmangalkar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with us on Instagram</a>

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