Yogaland Podcast

This week features a journey into a 200-hour yoga teacher training, where excitement meets overwhelm. A surprise encounter with a favorite actor adds a dash of celebrity magic to the mix. The hosts delve into the benefits of walking treadmill desks, enhancing focus while on the move. They humorously revisit 'morning pages,' revealing the struggle for creativity in a busy life. Personal anecdotes about reconnecting with high school friends at an NBA game bring nostalgia and joy, capturing the essence of life's adventures.

Is it just us or has it been an intense year already? We're here to help -- or at least we've got some ideas. On this episode: Jason shares a social media post calling for a bubble of sensible, critical thinkers amid growing societal tumult. We dive into the benefits of yoga in fostering non-reactivity and stress the importance of cultivating joy and creativity in trying times. Plus, we talk about volunteering, cultural influences in yoga, and what we've been reading and watching, including a debate on the TV show, 'The Jackal.'If you'd like to support our recovery efforts for the Los Angeles fires, we have four meditations for your to purchase (100% of proceeds benefit fire recovery). Find them at learn.jasonyoga.com/meditationIf you'd like to join us for our upcoming online retreat and gathering, sign up for Mind-Body Reset at learn.jasonyoga.com/resetThanks for listening and practicing with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's solocast from Jason addresses a frequently asked question from yoga teachers: "Should I teach yoga poses I don't actually practice?" The answer is a lot more nuanced than you might think. Jason explores four scenarios, emphasizing that teaching is not solely about personal ability but also about understanding and communication.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our last episode of the year features answers to your burning questions. We talk about our favorite family moment of the year, our favorite books, Instagram accounts, which sporting event we'd go to if we could go anywhere, and what it means to us to be yogis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we answer your burning questions! We discuss the benefits of long vs. short yoga practices, strengthening the piriformis, structuring cohesive flows for teachers, the role of counterposes in yoga practice, plus lots more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode: Jason shares his intense week of tech challenges and how it triggers his ADHD. Andrea recounts a heartfelt compliment she received from a stranger and asks for some dream analysis. Plus, we share a quirky holiday fail and how Taylor Swift's Eras Tour reminded us of how important it is to take in positive media and messaging. PS: Mind Body Reset -- our online inner retreat -- is happening in February 2025. To learn more and sign up, go to: jasonyoga.com/reset Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week: A short but effective meditation to help you find your place of natural, easy calm in the midst of busy, modern life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On our third episode of Yoga-ish, we share both joyful and not-so-joyful stories of past Christmases and we offer ideas for navigating the holidays if you are just NOT FEELING it this year. We all have those years -- some more than others -- but it is truly part of being human. What if you treated yourself with compassion and endeavored to find your own pockets of joy, however/whatever they may be? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is a heartfelt celebration of part-time yoga teachers!Too often, we hear part-time teachers being self-deprecating and implying that they don't feel like "real" yoga teachers.So, we put out a call on social media for part-time yoga teachers to share your stories -- we asked you why you teach part-time, what keeps you going, and what the challenges are. We culled through the responses and share the highlights in this episode. The stories are inspiring and converge on a simple, yet powerful, truth: Part-time teachers make an invaluable contribution to the yoga community.*********************************************If you'd like to read all of the part-time yoga teacher stories, go to yogaland.substack.comDon't forget! The early bird deadline for Jason's 200-Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training is December 15th. Enroll before then and save $300. www.jasonyoga.com/200 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talk about our trip to San Francisco, including flash flood warnings, Andrea's 10-year cancer check-up, and why it still feels like home. Plus, Jason shares his passion for Airpods and how they keep him sane. Andrea shares her best and worst Netflix Christmas romcoms. **********************************Don't miss our FIRST EVER Cyber Monday sale (which we're running til Wednesday, go figure). We're offering 20% off all of our continuing education courses including:Mind-Body ResetThe Art of Teaching BeginnersThe Art of Yoga SequencingEssential Guide to AnatomyPreventing & Managing Yoga InjuriesEnter code CYBERMONDAY20 at checkout! 🎄 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.