Living In Alignment

With over 20 years of immersion in Vedic sciences, Kristin Marshall, offers a path steeped in tradition, authenticity, and transformative wisdom. Based in Australia, her journey into Jyotiṣa became a turning point—illuminating the deeper rhythms of karma, dharma, and time. Founder of Dharma School, she has taught yoga not just as a physical practice, but as a sacred path of inner alchemy—leading teacher trainings, retreats, and immersive programs across the globe.IN THIS EPISODE:- How we can understand an individual’s dharma through the lens of Vedic astrology - How this insight can be translated into lived action and how one moves through the world- How and where karma is revealed through Jyotish- How we can meet our karma more consciously, and feel less bound by it- What Vedic Counselling is, and its capacity to steadily transform someone's lifeCONNECT WITH KRISTINWebsite: https://www.kristinspenceyoga.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristin_ananda_devi/ABOUT YOUR HOST:A beacon for those craving a connection to tradition and timeless wisdom, Amy has cemented herself as a global yoga teacher, ayurvedic practitioner, mentor, podcast host, speaker, and facilitator of the Study Yoga Summit.Based in Australia and renowned for her sold-out international retreats, Amy has contributed extensively to Australian Yoga Journal, Om Yoga & Lifestyle magazine, YOGA Magazine (UK), and Nature & Health magazine (AU). She has presented at Wanderlust, Evolve Festival, Byron Spirit Fest, and Ekam Yoga Festival.You can listen to her Living In Alignment podcast on all major platforms. A registered senior yoga teacher, Amy aims to amalgamate several Indian disciplines into daily life with the hope of inspiring her community to have a tangible relationship with living yoga–rather than seeing it as an isolated practice.WEBSITE: ⁠https://amyelandry.com//INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amyelandry/

Harshvardhan Jhaveri, a yoga researcher from the Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute in India, co-founded the Yoga Education Collective focused on preserving classical practices. He discusses the deep meaning of pranayama, its variations across traditions, and contrasts it with contemporary breathwork trends. Harsh emphasizes the importance of personal experience in breath control, celebrates the challenges of yoga as paths to growth, and offers insights into the techniques of breath retention, particularly kumbhaka, to enhance one's practice.

Emma Balnaves, a respected Hatha Yoga teacher since 1995, shares her deep insights into the world of yoga, enriched by her experiences with Nath yogis in Nepal. She discusses Nepal's pivotal role in Hatha yoga's evolution, focusing on its unique blend of Hindu and Buddhist traditions. The concept of Nrita, or 'pure dance,' is explored as a powerful tool for spiritual connection and personal transformation. Emma also emphasizes the importance of grounding practices like body rubdowns and self-massage in enhancing the overall yoga experience.

Drdha Vrata Gorrick learned classical arts for several years in South India from renowned iconography Masters and has established himself as one of the leading experts and teachers of Vedic iconography. He has traveled the world exhibiting his works and conducting classes with the aim to introduce and promote the ancient art form. Drdha’s works are in various private collections around the globe and his students are also spread far and wide. IN THIS RICH EPISODE: — Drdha’s fascinating and serendipitous personal story how the seeds of India and art have been woven throughout all facets of his life. — Unpacking the sacred Shilpa Shastra (ancient texts and treatise on classical Indian art and iconography) — Some of the rituals from the Shilpa Shastra that are performed when creating traditional art (such as the Dhyanashloka) — The key rules and guidelines when creating a form of any deity or murti — What to look for when purchasing Indian art, such as a statue/murti — Learn of a few profound insights around temple construction and architecture CONNECT WITH DRDHA: Website: https://www.divyakala.com/ Instagram: @drdha_art / https://www.instagram.com/drdha_art —  ABOUT YOUR HOST, AMY LANDRY: A beacon for those craving a connection to tradition and timeless wisdom, Amy has cemented herself as a global yoga teacher, ayurvedic practitioner, mentor, podcast host, speaker, and facilitator of the Study Yoga Summit. Based in Australia and renowned for her sold-out international retreats, Amy has contributed extensively to Australian Yoga Journal, Om Yoga & Lifestyle magazine, YOGA Magazine (UK), and Nature & Health magazine (AU). She has presented at Wanderlust, Evolve Festival, Byron Spirit Fest, and Ekam Yoga Festival. You can listen to her Living In Alignment podcast on all major platforms. A registered senior yoga teacher, Amy aims to amalgamate several Indian disciplines into daily life with the hope of inspiring her community to have a tangible relationship with living yoga–rather than seeing it as an isolated practice. WEBSITE: ⁠https://amyelandry.com/⁠ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amyelandry/ 

Raj Balkaran, a scholar of Sanskrit narratives and author of "The Stories Behind the Poses," shares his inspiring journey from English literature to spiritual exploration within Hinduism. He reveals the powerful impact of storytelling in yoga practice, emphasizing how ancient narratives enhance understanding of poses. Balkaran discusses the evolution of tradition in modern teaching and the balance of innovation with preserving heritage. Listeners will also discover exciting upcoming courses and the significance of stories in navigating identity.

Regarded as a teacher of teachers, Heather Elton has practiced yoga since 1986. She has facilitated countless international retreats and yoga teacher trainings and currently takes groups on spiritual tours of the Himalaya throughout Bhutan, Nepal, and India.  Over many decades, Heather’s physical practice has primarily been in Iyengar and Ashtanga yoga. She offers 1 on 1 mentoring and private classes as well as more recently teaching weekly at a studio in Kathmandu, Nepal. Her teachings integrate ancient wisdom traditions with contemporary psychology to create a mindful practice that diminishes suffering. Originally from Canada, Heather’s work and wisdom will take you into the spiritual heart of the practice. IN THIS EPISODE: — Heather’s captivating story over many decades of yoga, spiritual seeking, the quest for identity and the dissolution of it — The transmission and entanglement of Buddhist, Tantrik, and Hatha traditions — The value and demise of traditionalism in yoga — A glimpse into the mystical and ancient  abode of Nepal and the Himalaya — Learn of Heather’s upcoming South Asia spiritual experiences MENTIONED: Tripsichore Yoga Theatre Dona Holleman Jivamukti Yoga Chökyi Lodrö Dzongsar Khyentse Maharaj Ishanath Aghori Baba Viharas Vajrācārya CONNECT WITH HEATHER: Website: https://eltonyoga.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathereltonyoga/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Pashupati-Hatha-Yoga-Club/100077892456316/  UPCOMING RETREATS WITH HEATHER: Nepal: April 18-27, 2025 Bhutan: May 10-20, 2025 — ABOUT YOUR HOST, AMY LANDRY: A beacon for those craving a connection to tradition and timeless wisdom, Amy has cemented herself as a global yoga teacher, ayurvedic practitioner, mentor, podcast host, speaker, and facilitator of the Study Yoga Summit. Based in Australia and renowned for her sold-out international retreats, Amy has contributed extensively to Australian Yoga Journal, Om Yoga & Lifestyle magazine, YOGA Magazine (UK), and Nature & Health magazine (AU). She has presented at Wanderlust, Evolve Festival, Byron Spirit Fest, and Ekam Yoga Festival. You can listen to her Living In Alignment podcast on all major platforms. A registered senior yoga teacher, Amy aims to amalgamate several Indian disciplines into daily life with the hope of inspiring her community to have a tangible relationship with living yoga–rather than seeing it as an isolated practice. WEBSITE: ⁠https://amyelandry.com/⁠ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amyelandry/

Mira Manek is an author and the founder of the chai spice brand Chai by Mira; She is a speaker and Ayurveda and wellness expert.  Her 3 books are Saffron Soul, Prajna: Ayurvedic Rituals for Happiness, and, her latest release is The Book of Chai: History Stories and Recipes. IN THIS EPISODE: — Be taken inside some of Mira's personal inspiration, cultural heritage, and journey that has influenced the creation of her work. — Fascinating insights into the history and timeline of chai and how it influenced India's culture through both rebellion and community connection — Behind the scenes of Mira's process of creating three published books that are held by a common thread — Discover the chai food culture of India, the staples and snacks that are traditional accompaniments of the classic beverage — Some fun facts about Mira: her fave spice in chai, her fave snack with chai, her ultimate memory of chai, her fave chai recipe, and Mira's most cherished and beloved place in India (and why) CONNECT WITH MIRA: Website: https://miramanek.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miramanek/ & https://www.instagram.com/chaibymira/ — ABOUT YOUR HOST, AMY LANDRY: A beacon for those craving a connection to tradition and timeless wisdom, Amy has cemented herself as a global yoga teacher, ayurvedic practitioner, mentor, podcast host, speaker, and facilitator of the Study Yoga Summit. Based in Australia and renowned for her sold-out international retreats, Amy has contributed extensively to Australian Yoga Journal, Om Yoga & Lifestyle magazine, YOGA Magazine (UK), and Nature & Health magazine (AU). She has presented at Wanderlust, Evolve Festival, Byron Spirit Fest, and Ekam Yoga Festival. You can listen to her Living In Alignment podcast on all major platforms. A registered senior yoga teacher, Amy aims to amalgamate several Indian disciplines into daily life with the hope of inspiring her community to have a tangible relationship with living yoga–rather than seeing it as an isolated practice. WEBSITE: ⁠https://amyelandry.com/⁠  INSTAGRAM: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/amyelandry/⁠ 

Anja Brierley Lange is the author of Teaching Yoga for the Menstrual Cycle - an Āyurvedic Approach, and an experienced yoga teacher,  Āyurvedic practitioner, and teacher trainer. Teaching since 2005 she has specialised in yoga and Āyurveda relating to female anatomy and physiology.  Originally from Denmark, Anja moved to London and now lives on the Sussex coast where she enjoys being by or in the sea. You can head to yogaembodied.com for courses, classes and inspiration from Anja. IN THIS EPISODE: - Discover how Anja came to specifically study and work in the field of women's health through the lens of yoga and ayurveda - How the three doshas govern and transition across a menstrual cycle (Rutuchakra), and how this also overlaps with the Western biological understanding - Key considerations for adapting a postural yoga practice according to the phases of the menstrual cycle (which also hint to the adaptations we can make over a female's lifespan) - To invert or not invert during menstruation clarified - Anja's process of writing a book and who the book aims to serve CONNECT WITH ANJA: Website: ⁠yogaembodied.com⁠ Instagram: @anja_yogini Book: Teaching yoga for the menstrual cycle: An Āyurvedic Approach - ABOUT YOUR HOST, AMY LANDRY: A beacon for those craving a connection to tradition and timeless wisdom, Amy has cemented herself as a global yoga teacher, ayurvedic practitioner, mentor, podcast host, speaker, and facilitator of the Study Yoga Summit. Based in Australia and renowned for her sold-out international retreats, Amy has contributed extensively to Australian Yoga Journal, Om Yoga & Lifestyle magazine, YOGA Magazine (UK), and Nature & Health magazine (AU). She has presented at Wanderlust, Evolve Festival, Byron Spirit Fest, and Ekam Yoga Festival. You can listen to her Living In Alignment podcast on all major platforms. A registered senior yoga teacher, Amy aims to amalgamate several Indian disciplines into daily life with the hope of inspiring her community to have a tangible relationship with living yoga–rather than seeing it as an isolated practice. WEBSITE: ⁠https://amyelandry.com/⁠ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/amyelandry/

Indu Arora is a Yoga and Ayurveda teacher, mentor, and author, based out of the USA. She considers herself a student for a lifetime. Indu has been sharing about Yoga philosophy, Yoga Therapy, and Ayurveda for the last two decades. Her unique gift is making Yoga and Ayurveda a practice, which is equally useful for a beginner as for a sincere seeker who has made Yoga a lifelong journey. She is inspired by and taught under Kriya Yoga, Himalayan Yoga, Kashmir Shiavism, and Sivananda Yoga lineages. She has studied in a traditional guru-shishya parampara setting. Her teaching style is rooted in empowering and inspiring students to awaken the inner guru. Her core philosophy is ‘Yoga is a Work-in and not a Work-out’.  She is the author of Mudra: The Sacred Secret (2015), Yoga: Ancient Heritage, Tomorrow’s Vision (2005, 2019), and SOMA: 100 Heritage Recipes for Self-Care (e-book, 2020; updated hard copy, 2022). IN THIS EPISODE: —Demystifying japa: What is Japa, what is it not, the Sanskrit meaning, and the various types of Japa —Mantra:. What is a mantra and the value of Sanskrit? What mantra should one choose, how to choose or who should choose it? —Mala etiquette: What to use, how to appropriately wear mala and why —Insight into the inspiration and motivation behind each of Indu’s books —Indu’s upcoming offerings, both in person and online —Her personal story of coming to yoga, her teachers, family, and pivotal moments CONNECT WITH INDU: Website: https://www.yogsadhna.com/ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/induaroraofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InduAroraOfficial INDU’S BOOKS:  Mudra: The Sacred Secret  Yoga: Ancient Heritage, Tomorrow's Vision SOMA: 100 Heritage Recipes for Self-Care — ABOUT YOUR HOST, AMY LANDRY: A beacon for those craving a connection to tradition and timeless wisdom, Amy has cemented herself as a global yoga teacher, ayurvedic practitioner, mentor, podcast host, speaker, and facilitator of the Study Yoga Summit. Based in Australia and renowned for her sold-out international retreats, Amy has contributed extensively to Australian Yoga Journal, Om Yoga & Lifestyle magazine, YOGA Magazine (UK), and Nature & Health magazine (AU). She has presented at Wanderlust, Evolve Festival, Byron Spirit Fest, and Ekam Yoga Festival. You can listen to her Living In Alignment podcast on all major platforms. A registered senior yoga teacher, Amy aims to amalgamate several Indian disciplines into daily life with the hope of inspiring her community to have a tangible relationship with living yoga–rather than seeing it as an isolated practice. WEBSITE: ⁠https://amyelandry.com/⁠  INSTAGRAM: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/amyelandry/⁠ 

Dr. Lauren Tober is a Clinical Psychologist and Senior Yoga Teacher, renowned for fusing Western psychology with ancient yogic wisdom. She shares her transformative journey that inspired her to create the Yoga Psychology Institute. Lauren elaborates on Mental Health Aware Yoga, which fosters inclusivity in practice, and the importance of establishing a safe and welcoming space for students. She candidly describes the shadow side of meditation and how empowering personal sovereignty through yoga can enhance mental health, encouraging self-exploration and community support.