The Heart of Yoga

What if our anger is sacred? What if the rage we feel in our bodies, in our culture, in our Earth, is not something to suppress, but something to honor? This week, Mariana Garcia Flores and I sit again in the Garden of the Moon to invoke the presence of Kali, the fierce face of the Divine Feminine, and the part of us that says no more. We speak into the places where softness meets strength, where grief becomes action, where Yoga becomes the healing of the rift between Shakti and Shiva, within us and in the world. This conversation is not sanitized. It's raw, truthful, necessary. Kali is not here to be palatable. She's here to wake us up. To rewild us. To make our practice real. Subjects Explored The mythology of Kali and the archetype of feminine rage Dissociation and the violence of spiritual bypass Why embodiment is activism The pain of controlling Shakti and separating from Shiva What Yoga teaches us about sacred integration How feminine anger becomes a healing force Key Phrases or Quotes "Shakti is angry. And it is appropriate." "Kali is here to destroy what needs to be destroyed." "You don't separate Shiva from Shakti. You gather her." "Your practice is making love with life." "She's not killing people. She's killing the delusion." "It is destroying what is not real." Key Takeaways Sacred Anger is Real – Feminine rage is not dysfunction. It is sacred correction. Dissociation is the True Demon – When the mind leaves the body, suffering begins. Yoga is the Union of Opposites – Strength and softness, Shiva and Shakti, must be lived together. Receptivity is Power – To receive Shakti is the strength of true masculinity and humanity. Embodied Intimacy is Activism – When we inhabit our wholeness, we reclaim the world. The Feminine Will Not Be Silenced – This is not about gender. It's about life force refusing erasure. Resources Mentioned Tantric Visions of the Divine Feminine by David Kinsley Timestamps [00:00:00] Opening with Kali and the missing piece of feminine rage [00:02:00] The illusion of gendered energy and cultural separation [00:04:00] Trees, nature, and the union of opposites [00:05:00] Reading the terrifying and sacred imagery of Kali [00:07:00] Kali's rage as sacred destruction and healing [00:09:00] Severed heads and the metaphor of cutting dissociation [00:10:40] Yoga as receptivity and the return of mind to body [00:11:50] Gathering Shakti: what real husbanding means [00:12:40] Modern relationships, transactional needs, and intimacy [00:14:00] Feminine rebellion and Kali as a global force [00:16:00] Suppressed anger and the cost of not saying no [00:18:00] Strength, softness, and the spine of Yoga practice [00:20:00] Shiva's surrender and the softening of Kali [00:22:00] William Blake and the marriage of heaven and hell [00:24:00] The sacredness of desire and the distortion of repression [00:27:00] Violence, anger, and sexuality in religious conditioning [00:29:00] Receiving desire vs. grasping in relationship [00:30:00] A meditation on Kali's wrath and the transformation of rage [00:32:00] The world's denial of the feminine and embodied revolt [00:34:00] Kali's names, her sacred sexuality, and final reflections You are the beauty. You are the intelligence. You are already in perfect harmony with life. You don't need to seek it. You need only participate in it. Learn more and access the course at https://www.heartofyoga.com. Support the Heart of Yoga Foundation. This podcast is sustained by your donations.

What if everything you were taught to fear is actually sacred? In this intimate, resonant conversation, I sit down with Mariana, a dear friend and fellow teacher whose life story continues to unfold in powerful ways. Raised in a strict Catholic school environment in Mexico, Mariana shares how years of religious repression shaped her understanding of sexuality, embodiment, and spirituality and how the practices of Yoga, meditation, and humanistic psychotherapy helped her unravel those beliefs and come home to her own sacred aliveness. This episode is not a theoretical conversation. It is an embodied testimony to the power of Yoga as life itself as Shakti, as descent, as the energy that we are. Together, we question the cultural scripts that pit spirit against flesh, and remember what it means to live in a world where the seen is the source. Subjects Explored Growing up Catholic and the repression of the body Unlearning religious shame through embodied practice How Yoga reunites what doctrine divides The holiness of desire and the wisdom of William Blake Why the feminine can never be denied, only exiled Shakti as the undismissable truth of nature Key Quotes "Shakti is what we are. There's no denying Shakti." "It was as if I had finally placed the needle on the right record, and the music began to play in rhythm with my own heart." "The body is not a shell to the soul. It is the soul." "Religion told me that the closer I was to God, the further I should be from the body. Yoga showed me they were never separate." "The repression of nature is not safety. It's suffering." Key Takeaways Embodied Awakening – True spiritual life begins when we reclaim the body as sacred. Shakti Cannot Be Denied – The feminine principle is life itself—wild, wise, and ever-present. Beyond Duality – Spirit and matter are not in opposition. Yoga reveals their unity. From Shame to Sovereignty – Dismantling internalized doctrine opens the door to freedom. The Holiness of Desire – As William Blake taught, energy is delight. To feel is divine. Intimacy is the Practice – Yoga is not an escape from reality but a deep participation in it. Resources Mentioned Mariana's offerings: https://www.aliveaslife.com IG @aliveaslife Timestamps [00:00:00] Opening and Mariana's Catholic upbringing [00:04:05] Leaving Mexico and the search for freedom [00:08:17] Early messages about sexuality and sin [00:12:00] Confession culture and fear of the body [00:15:48] Yoga, psychotherapy, and reclaiming desire [00:19:55] William Blake and the holiness of energy [00:23:40] From shame to sovereignty [00:27:12] The myth of ascension and the truth of descent [00:31:06] Shakti as nature, not a concept [00:35:30] The body is the soul [00:39:45] Mariana's current offerings and final reflections You are the beauty. You are the intelligence. You are already in perfect harmony with life. You don't need to seek it. You need only participate in it. Learn more and access the course at https://www.heartofyoga.com. Support the Heart of Yoga Foundation. This podcast is sustained by your donations.

What if you are already everything you're looking for? What if the power of the cosmos is not out there, but pulsing through your breath, your body, your life right now? In this conversation, I welcome Mariana Garcia Flores, a radiant presence from Mexico City, and a Woman of the Americas in her full power. Mariana shares her story of transformation from counselor and seeker to embodied yogini and teacher. She speaks of the moment the search ended, when she realized: I am that. Not as an idea, but as a lived, undeniable reality. It is the story of Yoga as life itself, not a technique, not a path, but a participation in what already is. Mariana's clarity is practical, grounded, and deeply feminine. She speaks with the strength of someone who has remembered who she is, and now wants to share that possibility with others. It is not ambition; it is love. It is not effort; it is life flowing through. Key Phrases or Quotes "You are the power of the cosmos. You are life happening." "The end of the search is the beginning of participation." "This is not poetry. It's not something to attain. It is the fact of your existence." "No power can stop you because you are that power." "Yoga is the catalyst that brings forth your latent talents." Key Takeaways Embodied Awakening – Yoga is not something you do; it is who you are when you remember. Feminine Power Reclaimed – Women of the Americas and the world are remembering their inherent Shakti. The End of Seeking – The great relief comes when we realize there's nowhere to get to. We are already home. Spiritual Decolonization – Dismantling inherited frameworks that deny the power and beauty of life, especially for women. Yoga is for Everyone – This is the base of human life, not a luxury, not an escape, but our shared ground. Service from Wholeness – Teaching is not a career move. It is what naturally flows when we recognize our completeness. Resources Mentioned The Heart of Yoga course: https://www.heartofyoga.com Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction and welcoming Mariana, honoring her as a Woman of the Americas and setting the context for the conversation. [00:10:00] Mariana and Mark discuss the impact of colonialism on feminine power and Shakti, exploring the inherited cultural wounding and need for reclamation. [00:20:00] Mariana speaks about family life, sacred motherhood, and how Yoga supports the creative and relational aspects of living. [00:30:00] They reflect on returning to source, living in alignment with life, and how spiritual practice must be grounded in truth and experience. [00:40:00] Mariana discusses the dismantling of guilt, shame, and inherited patterns that obscure our connection to life and presence. [00:44:00] Closing reflections on clarity, the simplicity of being, and how Yoga reveals the truth already present. ''You are the beauty. You are the intelligence. You are already in perfect harmony with life. You don't need to seek it. You need only participate in it.'' Learn more and access the course at https://www.heartofyoga.com. Support the Heart of Yoga Foundation. This podcast is sustained by your donations.

What if true activism doesn't begin with protest signs or policy change, but with the way we breathe? In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Cassell in the lush Fijian islands to explore the profound intersections between Yoga, ecology, and the urgent need for human change. We speak about our shared grief for a world in ecological crisis and ask: how can we act from love, not just outrage? Yoga for a Better World isn't a lofty ideal, it's a daily, grounded intimacy with life. We explore the emotional cost of caring deeply, why burnout is so common among changemakers, and how a consistent practice can nourish resilience, compassion, and courage. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world, this conversation is for you. Subjects Explored The emotional weight of ecological collapse and climate activism Why true activism begins with caring for your own body Eco-grief, burnout, and the need for deep rest How Yoga creates the energy for meaningful action Moving from overwhelm to embodied intimacy with life The illusion of separation and the urgency of reconnection Key Phrases or Quotes "If you're not grieving, you're not paying attention." "Yoga is intimacy with what life actually is." "Depressed means deep rest—we need to honor what our biology is telling us." "You can't repair the ecosystem without repairing the wild of Mother Nature here—your own body." "The purpose of Yoga isn't to escape fear or grief—it's to act from them with clarity and care." Key Takeaways Rooted Activism – Real change begins with embodiment, not burnout. The Wisdom of Grief – Pain is not a flaw, but a biological function that signals connection. Eco-Grief is Real – Honoring our emotions is part of collective healing. Yoga is the Ground – A daily practice nourishes the clarity and energy needed for action. You Are the Ecosystem – Caring for the planet begins by caring for the body. From Despair to Movement – Yoga helps transmute grief into grounded, life-sustaining action. Resources Mentioned The Heart of Yoga course: https://www.heartofyoga.com Support the Heart of Yoga Foundation: https://www.heartofyoga.com/foundation Timestamps [00:00:00] Opening in Fiji and naming the ecological crisis [00:01:00] Why the course name changed from "Yoga for Activists" to "Yoga for a Better World" [00:02:00] Activism as intimacy with life and caring for the body [00:03:00] The risk of burnout among changemakers [00:05:00] Honoring legitimate emotional responses: anger, grief, pain [00:07:00] The necessity of inner repair for ecosystem repair [00:09:00] Depression as deep rest and a call to stillness [00:11:00] The myth of "overcoming" grief; honoring emotions as biology [00:22:00] Reframing civilization and reconnecting to the body as sacred [00:30:00] The power of receptivity and nurturing in embodied activism [00:33:00] Course insights: daily Yoga as a way to care for life [00:36:00] The chaos of culture and the need for a new attractor [00:37:00] Yoga as the movement of life: a shift from thought to participation [00:40:00] A non-dramatic, non-obsessive Yoga that supports sustainable action You are the beauty. You are the intelligence. You are already in perfect harmony with life. You don't need to seek it. You need only participate in it. Learn more and access the course at https://www.heartofyoga.com. Support the Heart of Yoga Foundation. This podcast is sustained by your donations.

This talk was recorded live at a workshop in the Swiss town of Saanen. A very interesting place for yoga and spiritual history and the transmission from East to West! Among the 'himalayas of the north', Mark is unravelling the core of modern spiritual systems and the search for enlightenment. Summarising the teachings of Krishnamacharya, Desikachar, and the radical honesty of U.G. Krishnamurti, this episode presents Yoga as an intimate participation in what is real—life itself. Subjects… J Krishnamurti, UG Krishnamurti, BKS Iyengar, and the history of the Saanen Valley Why the ideal of a "perfect person" has deeply disempowered humanity How Yoga has been distorted by systems of effort, hierarchy, and branding U.G. Krishnamurti's radical realization and the myth of spiritual seeking The social hoax of striving, self-improvement, and enlightenment fantasies How true Yoga arises spontaneously from intimacy with breath, body, and life The feminine principle and restoring our natural intelligence Key Phrases: "The Guru has no followers. The Guru has friends to help." "Stop looking. Start living. Your Yoga is the living of it." "No more gymnastics. No more spiritual gymnastics. Yoga is just your participation in life." Gratitude to Moritz Kuebler who recorded this, and our host in Saanen, Stephanie Iseli. Resources Mentioned: Teachings of T. Krishnamacharya and T.K.V. Desikachar The lives of J. Krishnamurti and U.G. Krishnamurti The Heart of Yoga: Developing a Personal Practice book History of Theosophy and the Saanen Valley gatherings Timestamps: [00:00:00] Opening invocation: You are the power of the cosmos [00:03:00] Stephanie's story and how Yoga found a home in Saanen [00:08:00] Mark shares the deeper purpose of the gathering [00:11:00] What makes a true Guru: no more than a friend, no less than a friend [00:16:00] The myth of spiritual hierarchy and the problem of "perfection" [00:23:00] Why modern Yoga and meditation have become systems of disempowerment [00:27:00] Reframing the idea of enlightenment as a harmful distraction [00:32:00] U.G. Krishnamurti's "calamity" and the end of seeking [00:39:00] The mind is for relationship—not for searching [00:44:00] Healing trauma through natural breath and spontaneous Yoga [00:49:00] Revisiting the Yoga of Krishnamacharya and the legacy of Desikachar [00:55:00] The Saanen gatherings and spiritual history of the valley [01:02:00] The rejection of modern Yoga branding and spiritual consumerism [01:10:00] A new view: Yoga as participation, not performance [01:17:00] The body is intelligence, the breath is healing [01:25:00] Embracing life without effort: no more spiritual goals [01:32:00] How to practice a Yoga that serves your real life [01:38:00] Preparing to receive a personal, breath-centered practice "You are the beauty. You are the intelligence. You are already in perfect harmony with life. You don't need to seek it—you need only participate in it." Learn more and stay connected at https://www.heartofyoga.comSupport the Heart of Yoga Foundation — this podcast is sustained by your donations.

The Yoga Tantras that Krishnamacharya graciously brought forth teach us direct participation in Reality and the qualities or nature of Reality. They flush from the living body the restive patterning and traumas that culture and society has put in us. These Tantras disappeared in India & Tibet after the 14th century replaced by authoritarian power structures. In this powerful episode of The Heart of Yoga Podcast, Mark returns with scholar and heart of Yoga teacher Andrew Raba for a deeply vulnerable & piercing conversation on the core wounds of society: the denial of the feminine, the suppression of sexual wisdom, and the destructive legacy of religious thinking that created world mind. Together, they unravel the heavy conditioning that shapes our views of intimacy, self-improvement, and the male fantasy of enlightenment. Together they point us back to the radical truth: that the source & the seen are one. With candor, grief, humor and hope, Mark and Andrew explore how Yoga is participation in What is already the case, real & natural. They discuss… How the ancient idea of enlightenment has created harmful hierarchies that separate the spiritual from the sexual and the sacred from the ordinary. The personal and collective consequences of suppressing the feminine, intimacy & body intelligence. Why intimacy is often the battleground for inherited trauma, shame, and confusion—how Yoga can help us participate in love, the unity condition that is life, without seeking to "fix" or "transcend" ourselves. Mark's reflections on sex, relationship, and receiving each other is the only sacred life there is. The power of whole-body breathing, above to below, inhalation to exhalation, strength to receptivity reconnects us to What is real, beyond religious dogma or self-improvement fantasies and struggles. They discuss… How the ancient idea of enlightenment has created harmful hierarchies that separate the spiritual from the sexual and the sacred from the ordinary. The personal and collective consequences of suppressing the feminine, intimacy, and embodied wisdom. Andrew's journey from academic seeker to awakened Yogi, and how one simple truth—the source and the seen are one—transformed his life. Why intimacy is often the battleground for inherited trauma, shame, and spiritual confusion—and how Yoga can help us participate in love without seeking to "fix" or "transcend" ourselves. Mark's reflections on sex, relationship, and receiving the other as a sacred, cosmic act—not as a spiritual obstacle. The power of whole-body Yoga to reconnect us with what's real, beyond religious dogma or self-improvement fantasies. Favorite Phrases: "Life is perfectly expressing itself through you. What could create a human body? That power is not somewhere else—it's here, as this." "Sex is not something done to get something. It is to participate in what life actually is." "Male does not receive female—and that's the core wound of civilization." Resources Mentioned: Teachings of T. Krishnamacharya Taoist insights into yin-yang and sacred sexuality Reflections on world religions, mystic traditions, and cultural conditioning Timestamps: [00:00:00] Opening reflection on hierarchy, enlightenment, and the denial of the feminine [00:02:00] Introduction to guest Andrew Raba and his background [00:06:00] Andrew shares his transformation after hearing "the source and the seen are one" [00:10:00] The collapse of the seeking framework and the emergence of presence [00:16:00] The deep cultural programming around sex, love, and spirituality [00:23:00] Exploring karmic patterns, judgment, and self-forgiveness [00:31:00] Reclaiming sex as participation, not transaction [00:36:00] The role of Yoga as a daily reflection and realignment with truth [00:42:00] Mark and Andrew discuss the union of opposites and the healing of gender divisions [00:47:00] Closing thoughts on spiritual honesty, Yoga as participation, and receiving the other

In this episode of "The Heart of Yoga " Rosalind kicks off the Yogic Arts Series with a deep and enlightening conversation with artist and Yogini Melissa Forbes. They explore the intersection of art and spirituality through the study of Yantra, numerology, and Jyotish (Vedic astrology). Melissa shares her personal journey into sacred geometry and how these ancient traditions have shaped her practice, teaching, and artwork. Through this conversation, listeners are invited into the rich, intricate world of sacred Yogic arts and the deeper meaning behind these practices. They discuss… The profound relationship between Yantra, numerology, and the energies of the planets, exploring how specific shapes, colors, and numbers influence one's life and spiritual journey. Melissa's background in sacred geometry and her teachings on how constructing Yantras can help align an individual's energy with cosmic forces. The influence of Melissa's teacher, Harish Johari, and the tradition of integrating chanting, numerology, and sacred geometry into the spiritual practice. Insights into the powerful energy of certain colors and planets, such as working with green and emerald to harness the healing energy of Mercury. The importance of natural movement and geometry in understanding the true essence of Yoga beyond its physical form. Favorite Phrases: "The study of the macrocosm via the microcosm. Tantra offers a holistic approach to the universe through the lens of the individual." "The energy of the Yantras is all about alignment—through sound, color, and shape, we can tap into the deeper forces of the cosmos." "Working with a spiral in sacred geometry mirrors nature's own patterns; it's a theme that's as universal as the DNA in our bodies or the form of a fern unfurling." Resources Mentioned: Books by Harish Johari: Numerology, Tantra, Ayurveda: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Harish-Johari/410046710 https://melissaforbes.art/retreats You are invited to join Melissa on her Sacred Geometry luxury retreat in India, January 2025. Melissa leads an annual retreat at Shreyas, member of Relais & Chateaux, focusing on Sacred Geometry. An excellent opportunity to explore the inner dimensions and rekindle our creative energies, and direct it towards spiritual unfoldment. Yoga, Ayurveda and Art in a refined beautiful environment. Connect with Melissa on IG @melissaforbes8 Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction to the episode and guest, Melissa Forbes [00:01:00] Melissa shares her initial journey into Yoga and sacred geometry [00:03:00] Discussion on numerology and the relationship mandala [00:06:00] Exploring the deeper meaning of Yantra and the connection with planets [00:20:00] Transition into Jyotish and how numerology ties into personal energies [00:36:00] Retreat discussions and how participants interact with the Yogic arts [00:50:00] Personal anecdotes about U.G. and Melissa's experiences in sacred spaces [00:59:00] Conclusion and final reflections on art, spirituality, and cosmic energy

In this episode of the Heart of Yoga podcast, Raul Petraglia, a former high-flying corporate executive, shares his incredible journey from the high-stress world of luxury hospitality to finding profound peace through the practice of Yoga. Raul opens up about his past life of excess and stress, the physical and emotional toll it took on him, and how a serious health crisis led him to discover Yoga. This transformative experience not only saved his life but also inspired him to dedicate himself to sharing the healing power of Yoga with others, including the corporate world he once inhabited. They discuss: Raul's early life in Argentina and his rise in the luxury hotel industry, leading to a lifestyle of excess and eventual burnout. The pivotal moment when Raul realized his lifestyle was unsustainable, leading him to seek a different path through Yoga. How Raul's journey into Yoga began as a necessity for physical rehabilitation and evolved into a profound personal practice. The unique challenges of teaching Yoga within a corporate environment and the impact it has on stressed executives. The importance of adapting Yoga practices to individual needs, as Raul did for his own mother. Favorite phrases: "I used to party till sunrise. Now I wake up to see the sunrise and do my practice." "There is a special feeling there, Mark. It's like this is my goal, my dharma." "Yoga is participation in reality via the breath." Resources: Books: The Heart of Yoga by T.K.V. Desikachar https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/56303.The_Heart_of_Yoga Websites: Heart of Yoga Studio https://www.heartofyoga.com/studio Timestamps: [00:00] Introduction: Raul's background and entry into Yoga. [07:00] Corporate Burnout: Transition from a high-stress career to discovering Yoga. [16:00] Yoga's Impact: How Yoga transformed Raul's life. [26:00] Teaching Yoga: Bringing Yoga into corporate settings. [40:00] Personalizing Yoga: Adapting practices for individual needs. [52:00] Reflection: Raul's ongoing journey and mission with Yoga.

Teaching at Liliana Lakshmi's teaching training, this question arises.. hear the response. In this episode, Mark explores how Yoga can provide a sense of unity and belonging amidst conflict and division in the world. He emphasizes that Yoga is not about seeking or trying to get somewhere, but recognizing and participating in the beauty, power and extraordinary intelligence that is always there, the wholeness and the harmony. Mark argues that religious seeking and presumption of separation are the root of conflict, and Yoga dissolve this illusion. He shares the principles from Krishnamacharya on adapting Yoga to each person's needs, and the recognition of the Tantras of life's inherent unity. His position is that teaching Yoga is the necessary, cultural shift required to end conflict in separation, to end trauma, destructive tribalism and disconnection. They discuss: - Why Yoga is needed as the response to divisiveness and terror. - Krishnamacharya's emphasis on Yoga as embracing 'what is' rather than seeking some future state - How religious doctrine has been used to create division, but true religion needs Yoga as its practical means - The end of spiritual seeking and ideas of a perfect future state - wholeness is already here - The tantric recognition and response - Adapting Yoga to each person's body, age, health and cultural background - Teaching Yoga as a stand against trauma and disconnection in the world Favorite phrases: "The yogas of participation in the given reality." "Your body is in a profound unity with the total cosmos." "Yoga is the practical means by which individuals actualize the great ideals of their culture, of their religion." "Trying to come into union implies the two are separate." "Your body is the extraordinary intelligence that is the cosmos happening as you." Bali teacher training www.heartofyoga.com/bali-ytt Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:02:00] Krishnamacharya's emphasis on adapting Yoga to the individual [00:05:00] Already being the beauty - no need to get somewhere [00:10:00] Yoga as actualizing the ideals of religion and culture [00:15:00] Division created by religious doctrine and seeking [00:20:00] The body as already in unity with the cosmos [00:25:00] Yoga as participation versus seeking [00:30:00] Personal examples of transformative effects of simple Yoga [00:35:00] Science, religion and Yoga as three stabilizing forces [00:40:00] Consciousness and objects as a unity [00:45:00] No separate self or other [00:50:00] Being beyond gender identification [00:55:00] Introducing principles of Krishnamacharya's Yoga

In this episode, Rosalind and Domagoj have an enlightening discussion demystifying Tantra. They explore how Tantra is a path to freedom that teaches you to fall in love with life. Tantra aims to help one realize everything is infinite and discover naturalness, spontaneity and openness to the mystery of life. Rituals in Tantra go hand in hand with meditation and realization of the teachings within oneself. The goal is freedom and absolute independence. They talk about transcending duality between matter and spirit, external rituals and internal experiences, embracing life and relationships as they are. They discuss: - The importance of modernizing and adapting tantric rituals and practices to suit the practitioners rather than just following fixed external instructions. - How Tantric philosophy sees matter and spirit as one, both being divine. - The interplay and correlation between external tantric rituals and internal meditations and realizations. - How intimacy, relationships and embracing life and others enables easy ascent of energy compared to forced individual practices. Loving presence effortlessly moves energy. - How Tantra teaches one to fall in love with life just as it is - overwhelming, enormous and mysterious. - The role of a Tantric guru and how the teacher principal always exists within and guides one's own direct experience. Favorite phrases: "The teachings are like gold jewelry, you receive a lump of gold and you must hammer it into a jewelry for yourself." "If the doors of perception were cleansed, then everything would appear to men as it is - infinite." Timestamps: [00:00] Introducing the topics of discussion [00:39] The essence of tantric rituals being inner experience vs outer form [02:28] Correlating external rituals and internal realizations in tantra [05:19] Embracing life effortlessly moves energy compared to forced practices [09:10] William Blake on seeing matter and spirit as one [14:50] Falling in love with life as the essence of tantra [18:45] The role of a tantric teacher and physical vs inner gurus [21:20] Domagoj shares about his tantric guru [28:04] Closing chant