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Download the free 4 page PDF for this episode at http://www.quietmind.yoga/14plan What does it mean to be in alignment? One aspect is aligning with the changing of the seasons. Ayurveda is a sister science of yoga all about understanding the elements and how they effect us. From the foods we eat, to our thoughts, behaviors and yoga practices. In today's episode I share how I use Ayurveda to adapt my teaching to the individuals I work with and to the season we're in. I love this topic and I share a ton more about it my mindful new year course that you can check out at http://www.mindfulnewyear.com Enter to win free access to the online version of Mindful New Year by leaving an honest review for this podcast or my others: Quietmind Yoga and Quietmind Astrology. Winner will be selected on January 10th, one week before the event.  Thanks for listening! Jeremy

Get the free 4 page PDF for this episode at http://www.quietmind.yoga/13review I've taken one of the exercises from my Mindful New Year course and distilled it down to this episode and a simple 4 page PDF you can download now to review your past year of teaching. What are you grateful for? How have you grown? What do you want to create in the year ahead? I'll address it all in this episode.  Enter to win Mindful New Year: if you're enjoying this podcast, leave a review in Apple Podcasts and you will be entered to win access to the online version of Mindful New Year for free! All you have to do is leave an honest review for this podcast or either of my other two podcasts: Quietmind Yoga and Quietmind Astrology.  Thanks for listening! Jeremy

I created a free self assessment for this episode at http://www.quietmind.yoga/core10 - this is an updated version of the previous 10 Core Competencies self assessment and a great way to look at how you're growing as a teacher.  Should we measure progress as teachers? Isn't yoga just about being? If we did measure progress, what kind of things could we look at? Do you ever doubt yourself in certain aspects of practice and wonder how you could build more confidence in those areas? I will address all of this on today's episode.  Enter to win: I'm giving away a free spot in the Mindful New Year online course! All you have to do to enter is leave an honest review in Apple Podcasts for this show or my other two podcasts: Quietmind Yoga and Quietmind Astrology. Search "Jeremy Devens" to find them where you're listening. Learn more about Mindful New Year at http://www.mindfulnewyear.com  Thanks for listening! Jeremy

On today's episode I share the core of what I teach: Stirha Sukha Asana - and how working with polarity applies to yoga and everything we do - from breathing - to your heartbeat - to the cycles of nature.  This is integrated into my upcoming retreat: Mindful New Year - Jan 17-19 in Austin, TX or online. Learn more at http://www.mindfulnewyear.com

Today I get to interview Lisa Feder. Lisa is an experienced yoga teacher, MBA and author of "A Year of Mindful Wellness." We talked about how to avoid burnout - and an experienced that Lisa had recently of realizing her cup was empty and how she navigated that. We talk about the need for intentions and directing our attention to be focused. We discuss how the simple gratitude practice Lisa has been doing recently and how it's shifted her perspective of things, and how you can apply it too. I also share my own experience with Lisa and how something she said to me changed the way I approach my schedule.  You can follow Lisa on Instagram at @beingwellyoga. Her website is http://www.beingwellyoga.com. You can check out her next retreat here and purchase her book on Amazon here.  Get the full transcript of today's episode here.  Like this podcast? Leave a review. Want to learn more? Check out http://www.quietmind.yoga for the free  "Essential Guide to Yoga Teacher Training" - A PDF download with the 10 Core Competencies of Teaching Yoga.  Thanks for listening!

There is a new article from the BBC called “Yoga teachers risking serious hip problems” https://www.bbc.com/news/health-50181155 In today’s episode I read through the article and share the one piece missing from the article - specifically how to apply this article to your practice and prevent serious hip problems. If you enjoy this podcast leave an honest review and rating or join the Quietmind Community at http://www.quietmind.yoga  Want to plan your year to make time for your practice and what is most important to you? Jan 17th is the Mindful New Year retreat online or in Austin, TX where you will apply yoga, Ayurveda and Vedic astrology to plan the year ahead in alignment with the seasons and personalized to your unique type (dosha) and your Vedic moon signs. Don't know these things? You will learn them at this retreat! http://www.mindfulnewyear.com

Want to build confidence in your practice? I'm hosting a free live training called 3 Mindset Shifts to Build Confidence in Teaching Yoga - register at http://www.quietmind.yoga/confidence In today's episode I start with the question of "what are the most essential, source texts of yoga?" - There have been so many books written, but where do they originate? Are most modern books on yoga derivative of these texts? What do they teach that has stood the test of time? I will share all about that in today's episode of the Yoga Teacher Training podcast.  Here are links to the texts I mentioned in this episode: The Upanishads: https://amzn.to/2HjNbx9 Bhagavad Gita: https://amzn.to/33Q0OO5 Yoga Sutra https://amzn.to/2HmVhVw Hatha Yoga Pradipika https://amzn.to/2ZlZPBH Want to help support this podcast? I earn a small commission when you buy from these Amazon links - no additional cost to you.  If you're enjoying this podcast, leave a review and share this podcast with someone you think might like it. Thanks for listening! Jeremy

There are more teacher trainings than ever. How can you know which one is best for you? In today's episode I'll share five essential factors to consider when choosing a Yoga Teacher Training. Having been a part of several trainings as both a student and teacher, I have learned that there are some things that can make all the difference in the quality of your training and your own personal growth. I'll share the lessons I've learned in this episode.  If you want a training that addresses all aspects I discuss here; from the curriculum, to the learning environment and resources to build your confidence in your practice and your teaching, check out the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at  http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt Thanks for listening!

In modern discussion of yoga there is a lot of conflict about what is or isn't yoga. Now we have so many permutations, and so many people claiming their yoga is more authentic, who should we listen to?  In this podcast I will go all the way back to the oldest written mention of the word yoga to explore it's definition and practice and how that applies to our modern, westernized approaches to yoga.  I'll dive into one of my favorite sources of yogic wisdom, the Upanishads. A treasure trove of incredible teachings that are as relevant now as they were 2000+ years ago.  Two of my favorite translation / commentaries on the Upanishads are this one by Eknath Eswaren and this one by Thomas Egenes. Both worth having in your library to review for years to come.  I also mentioned a great documentary you can check out HERE that shows what practices that modern yogis are doing that were also practiced by the yogis of 2000+ years ago  If you like learning yoga from the roots up then you will love the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training. Doors open 9/9 and you can join the waiting list here. Can't make it this time? Next class will be in the Spring.  Enjoying this podcast? Leave a review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen and share this show with a friend.  Thanks for listening! Jeremy

Since I began teaching in 2011 I have noticed there is a pattern to how I have learned over the years. Once I noticed this pattern I asked other experienced teachers if they noticed it too. They did! I began applying it to how I learned going forward and it has helepd my practice stay interesting, engaging and evolving every year since. PHASE 1: Study the Fundamentals: You've likely heard "you don't know what you don't know." This is where you start. With a beginners mind, curious and open to new possibiliteis. Maybe you feel this way about anatomy, asana or breathwork. This is the time to find a mentor, learn the mindset, and see the big picture. Explore for a while, then decide where to dig deeper in phase 2, PHASE 2: Deepen Your Practice: Now that you have the basics down, you start thinking "Ok, i get it," but only intellectually. it takes lots of practice and repittion to myelinate your brain and build mind-muscle connection. In this phase you start having realizations, new perspectives. Satchidananda said "stop digging shallow wells, you have to dig deep to reach water." That is phase 2. Learn more and get your FREE GUIDE that walks you through each step at http://www.quietmind.yoga/3phases Thanks for listening! Jeremy