Yoga Off The Mat - The Movement For Modern Life Podcast

Have you thought about the role transitions play in your life? We move through transitions daily. MFML teacher, Clive Fogelman suggests ways to embrace times of uncertainty During our lives, we might encounter a range of bigger transitions such as changing jobs, entering a new stage of life, moving and illness. But there are also more subtle transitions such as shifting from work to relaxation, the beginning and end of the weekend and returning from a holiday. Transitions, even exciting ones, can be daunting. They are filled with uncertainty and without always being conscious of it; we sometimes avoid them and what comes up for us for during them. Sign up to MFML for a 14 day FREE Trial 9 Ways to Navigate Transitions and Change Transitions in yoga In yoga, we also encounter transitions, for example between time on our mat and the day as a whole; the period at the beginning of the practice before we start moving, and the period of rest at the end. With a home practice it can be especially tempting to cut out these parts. We might feel restless or find it difficult to stop and feel an urgency to move on. There are also the transitions during our practice. One example is how we get from one posture to another and how we move during our flow. Again during those times we might witness a tendency to rush through and to want to get into the posture as quickly as possible. We might feel a resistance to slowing down, exploring the space in between postures as well as holding the postures themselves. The Challenge of Transitional Space There may be several reasons we are uncomfortable with the transitional space in life and in our yoga practise. We may have become so used to having a direction and targets that it feels unfamiliar just to be and let the experience unfold more gradually. The transitional space can sometimes feel endless and we might feel anxious about being feeling lost and directionless. During transitions we often have time for more reflection but perhaps feelings and thoughts might appear that challenge assumptions we have of ourselves, how we live and relate, and in yoga how we are approaching our practise and what we really want from it. Pause and rest to connect To manage the the transitional space we often set ourselves goals. Goals can provide a sense of control in the face of the unknown. Everything can then be evaluated and defined in terms of outcome and achievement. In our yoga practice, we might start targeting postures and become fixated on being able to do a certain posture in a certain way. As a result however, we might be less connected to what is actually happening in our body. We might not be aware for example, that we are overusing or underusing certain parts of our body or that a part of the body is starting to feel strain. That’s why taking rest poses during our practise can be so important. Not just to rest, but to pause and take a moment to more fully connect with how we are feeling and how we might want to approach our practise. Something I often ask myself in the transitional space during practise is, “how can my practise meet me where I am right now?” We can ask the same in day to day life when we take a moment to slow down and pause – “how can life meet me where I am right now?” Less attachment, more curiosity When we become less attached outcomes, we can start to fully embrace the journey both in life and with yoga. Our whole experience starts to open out. Take the example of walking around day to day. Often, we are so focused on our destination (getting from a to b) that we remain unaware of what is happening around us. We might not notice the subtle shifts of seasons, the changing colours and smells and others changes to the environment. We might not notice someone who needs our help. One thing I find helpful is to vary my walking routes. Rather than take the same route that tends to keep me on autopilot,

In this interview with MFML, founder of Urban Kitchen and a nutritional scientist, Toral Shah, shares her thoughts on the impact of nutrition on health and wellbeing, particularly on chronic lifestyle diseases. Discover the role nutrition plays in health optimisation, prevention of disease and in reducing the risk of disease. We also explore the importance of protein, supplements and eating a variety of foods, as well as coping strategies for difficult times. Find out more about nutrition for sleep in our blog from Toral.

What can yoga and Buddhism teach us about joy, both for ourselves and others? “The Brahma Vihara help us create a capacity for these qualities which open our hearts and gives us insight into the very challenging truth that nothing is permanent.” In this episode, Mimi Kuo-Deemer shares her thoughts on yoga and buddhism. She talks about some of the lessons we can take from buddhism to help keep us happy, healthy and on track mentally. Mimi explores the Buddhist concept of Mudita, which is sympathetic joy; the antithesis of competitiveness and individuality. How can that concept help us get through trickier times and awaken our hearts to interconnectedness and letting go? In this episode you will find out about... The Brahma Vihara - divine abodes or boundless states (4:30) What are Brahma Vihara and what do they cultivate? The opposing characteristics and how they affect us.The role of meditative practices. How these virtues can influence our mind, behaviour and relationships. Mudita (20:00) What is Mudita and sympathetic joy? Why we should let go of comparison and envy. How can we focus on cultivating generosity?How does this link to Daoism?Book Recommendation: Loving Kindness by Sharon Salzberg The Practice (30:00) How to start with the meditative practice of the Braham Vihara. The importance of a steady consistent practice. To whom should we extend these qualities and why.Medicine for social conflict and healing divisions. The common sources of suffering.A buddhist’s interpretation and explanation of the Brahma Vihara. Awakening the heart (44:00) The difference between the brain and the heart. Dealing with paradox.Accepting impermanence and letting go.Recognising interconnectedness. Taking it into real life (54:40) The role of movement in understanding the Brahma Vihara.Noticing impatience and suffering when moving on the mat. The benefit of slow movement. The challenges of instant gratification. Do you want to explore all our classes, including more from Mimi? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Discover Mimi's classes on the Brahma Vihara here: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-class-1371-buddha-teachings-yoga-for-sympathetic-joy

How can yoga and ceremony help us release from emotional trauma? “Our emotions have a chemical component, so part of what we teach is how to have some responsibility for the chemistry running through our bloodstream.” Emotional trauma sits in all of us, but we can shift it. In this episode, we talk to Ana Forrest and Jose Calarco to get some insight into the power of ritual and ceremony for enhancing our yoga practice, which can then act as a release for emotional trauma from the body. Ana Forrest founded Forrest Yoga, which combines the precision of Iyengar and the flow of vinyasa, but it also focuses on emotional and physical release. It’s an antidote to modern life! Ana has a pioneer spirit, so she talks about what it’s like going against the prevailing truth, how we can find our own way in the world and explore our life’s path. With Jose Calarco, we delve into the importance of ‘vision quest’ and how music and ceremony are integral in helping us to heal. In this episode you will find out about... Yoga and Emotions (8:30) The impact of holding emotions inHow to take responsibility of the chemistry we run through our bloodstream The importance of changing emotional patterns for relationships What is ceremonial vision quest? How we can access and light up our whole brain through yoga and music The role of music in healing What can we learn from indigenous communities? The individual and the community (17:00) The importance of discovering what feeds your spirit Why we should interact with our community Why the responsibility of self-development is a personal journey, but we should never go it full alone. Rituals and ceremony (21:00) Ana and Jose’s daily rituals The importance of taking pleasure in and connecting with nature How to navigate misinformation Why taking care of the planet is crucial to our survival Using challenging times as your own personal ceremony to elevate your life Trauma (35:30) How do we carry trauma and emotions in our body? Why bringing in new patterns is essential The spirituality of a physical practice Breaking the ‘rules’ (42:20) Why we should question authority and explore new possibilities The importance of being brave and pioneering Using creativity and inspiration to make something your own The importance of learning and honouring your practice Growing discipline to create paths to happiness “You need to experiment, because you’re never going to grow with anything unless you experiment with it.” Do you want to explore all our classes, including some from Ana & Jose? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Discover more of Ana & Jose's classes on Movement for Modern Life here: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-teacher/anaforrest Find out more about Ana & Jose here.

How can knowledge of our anatomy help us learn to increase our awareness and pay attention to our intuition? “Our bodies make our decisions, and our minds simply catch up” In this episode, we talk to Scaravelli inspired yoga teacher, Catherine Annis, about more than just functional anatomy! We discover the intrinsic link between our body and our minds through exploring our feet, our psoas muscles and our vagus nerve. So, this conversation is about the mental and emotional side of a deep physical practise; how can being aware of our bodies increase our awareness as we move through life? How can playing with our yoga practice fine tune our intuition? In this episode you will find out about... Scaravelli Yoga (2:40) Who is Vanda Scaravelli and what is Scaravelli Yoga? The influences of Iyengar and her rebellious ideas!Breaking through the rigidity of traditional practicesThe freedom to change your thinkingThe importance of agency to explore - does the teacher always know best? Creativity and Functionality (12:00) Why we should be creative in our practice and explore our bodies The importance of functional movementYoga as a tool to engender a change of state rather than exercise The Psoas and our Emotions (17:00) The anatomy of the psoas muscles How our organs and diaphragm can impact the psoasThe importance of hydration! The link between the SI joint, the pelvic floor and the QL musclesTips to relieve the SI jointThe importance of regular movement and mobility The Magic of the Feet (30:00) Why need to take care of our feet and maintain flexible foot joints How ‘tight’ feet can impact the rest of the bodyHow shoes dull our sensitivity The importance of feeling pleasure through our feet Being mindful while walking Yoga and Awareness (43:00) How increasing awareness in our body can help us make better choices in lifeHow can awareness impact our relationships with others and the earth? The problems with big boots and disconnection!The role of the vagus nerveHow breath awareness can be an effective tool for calming our nervous systemThe importance of play and listening to our intuition Moving from being taught to taking responsibility for our bodies and experiences “Work your feet for global peace!” Do you want to explore all our classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Discover more of Catherine's classes, including those on the psoas and feet, on Movement for Modern Life here: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-teacher/catherineannis Find out more about Catherine here.

How do the philosophies of yoga and Buddhism interrelate? “We can’t avoid the hot and cold of life, but we can work with how we experience suffering and we can find a way out if we believe we deserve it.” Buddhism is something which fuels Adam’s practice and teaching, so in this episode, so he shares his interpretation of the teachings and how they have impacted him. Specifically, he explores the Buddhist Paramitas; what they are and how we can live by these qualities. He and Kat also discuss how yoga and Buddhism are interrelated, what they have in common and why there seem to be so many similarities between the two philosophies. In this episode you will find out about... How are yoga and Buddhism connected? (4:50) What is yoga?What is Buddhism and how does is differ across the world? The cross-pollination of ideas which have influenced both practices How ancient and modern hatha yoga draw inspiration from Buddhism and other philosophies How Adam discovered yoga and BuddhismThe nature of suffering and how yoga and buddhism can help overcome it Qualities to cultivate (23:30) The inspiration behind Adam’s latest series of yoga classesWhat are the six Buddhist Paramitas? What is an awakened being and can we get there?How do the paramita’s link to the Yamas and Niyamas? The importance of enthusiasm and discipline, and finding the middle ground The individual and the community (36:00) The importance of starting in a place of positivity, energy and worthiness How to connect to yourself and other people Should we focus on the individual or on others? Thich Naht Hanh and activism What is a Tonglen practice? Meditation (44:30) What is meditation?The difference between concentration and insightCan we really call yoga a ‘moving meditation’?How internal and external focal points can help us in being mindful “I want to find the middle ground, where I can really push myself to do things but do I really need to go that far? What is that about?” Do you want to explore all our classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Discover Adam's yoga and Buddhism classes on Movement for Modern Life here: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-class-1363-slow-flow-for-wisdom Find out more about Adam here.

How can yoga be a truly inclusive and accessible practice? “However we come to the mat, there is a practice which is suited, appropriate and can support our wellbeing if we choose it.” In this episode, we talk to the master of adaptive yoga, Frederique Sardais, about how yoga can be a truly inclusive practice for every body. We discover what adaptive yoga is and explore the meaning of inclusivity and discuss why this conversation is long overdue. Fredee has been teaching specialist yoga classes for the last eight years, for people living with disability, primarily mobility disabilities. However, we are all going to need adaptive yoga at some point in our lives, and it's not always going to be about achieving physical poses. In this episode you will find out about... The 'real' yoga (3:00) The trouble with instagram and inclusivity Where can we find the real yoga? Are the big studios really inclusive? The diversity of yoga in community halls How accessible is yoga, really? (8:30) What are the hurdles facing accessibility? How can the popularity of vinyasa and performance yoga restrict access? How socio-economic factors impact accessibility The importance of changing the image of yoga in the media Making yoga more inclusive (13:50) Yoga fits the person, the person does not have to fit the yoga What can teachers do to be more inclusive? The importance of awareness and listening to students’ needs How can we use yoga to support the body in healing from illness and injury? The importance of diversity (19:45) How different needs can make yoga classes so rich How can teachers learn from a range of requirements? Not all yoga styles are suited to adaptability How shifting perspectives can allow teachers to teach every body Cultural beliefs and non-asana yoga (23:30) Physical discomfort does not equate to working hard to achieve a pose The importance of letting go of suffering, achievement and punishment What is the true purpose of our practice? The role of pranayama, meditation and Yoga Nidra Yoga is not just for when we feel fragile or vulnerable, it caters to all the variables of the human experience Do you want to explore our gentle classes, plus pranayama and meditation? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan We have a range of gentle yoga classes, including those which can be done in a chair, or in bed here: https://movementformodernlife.com/challenge-yoga-gently Plus, why not try the following... Mediation: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-classes/meditation Yoga Nidra: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-classes/yoga-nidra Breath work: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-classes/breathing-chanting-locks-gestures Find out more about Fredee here. Read about Inclusive Yoga for everybody and every BODY

"We need to probe and figure out a broader definition and understanding of the sutras… we need to apply them to the way we live our lives now. " In this episode, we are talking about Patanjali’s yoga sutras and how relevant they are to modern life. How can these ancient texts help us get through daily life and the crises we face? Kat chats with Rakhee Jasani, MFML teacher and philosophy expert, about her fascination and frustration with the old yogi texts, and answers questions on the importance of integrating philosophy into our lives to help us face everything from personal overwhelm to environmental and societal issues. In this episode you will find out about... What are the Yoga Sutras? (4:00) Where do the yogas sutras come from? The mystery surrounding the sutrasWhat do they tell us about yoga? What are the eight limbs of yoga and the magical powers? The influence of other ancient philosophies and thinkersThe link between yoga philosophy and buddhism The Yamas and Niyamas (17:00) What are the Yamas and Niyamas? How do they relate to yoga and meditation? The role of ‘God’ in the observances and restraintsThe role of OM Society, ourselves and the sutras (27:00) Can we use the sutras as a guide to be more socially engaged? What is the Gita? The importance of detachment and skill in action Finding your path in life and respecting that of others The relevance of the yoga sutras today (38:00) The role of greed and violence in our world and it’s impact on our environment Why can’t we be content with what we have?How can we deal with the problems we face using philosophy? The importance of seeking truth and justice as modern yogisThe sutras don’t have the answers, so why are they pertinent?How can we make ancient wisdom relevant to the modern day?The importance of thinking and interpreting the sutras for ourselves "By living in this way, our minds are clearer and maybe we are better able to see the nature of reality." Do you want to explore the sutras further in our philosophy course - Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Find out more about Rakhee here.

Do you want to explore more of Vidya's philosophy classes - ancient wisdom for modern life? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan "Meditation gives us the space where you feel the reaction within you but you're able to take a breath and see it's ego" In this episode Kat talks to Vidya Heisel, the founder of Suryalila about how her life has been informed by Eastern philosophy. Vidya talks about her early influences and how when she discovered Eastern philosophy and meditation at the age of nineteen, she felt like a light had gone off in her head. Vidya talks about how she has adopted non-violent communication as a practical way in which to apply 'ahimsa'. This skilful means of communication serves her well as a business owner when communicating with staff members who are also friends. Vidya also walks the talk and reveals the dilemmas she has faced in creating a business steeped in permaculture whilst being a vegetarian. In this episode you will find out about... AHIMSA (07:00) Why Ahimsa is an essential part of yoga practice and most major world religionsHow causing harm to others is akin to causing harm to yourselfWhy Ahimsa is the foundation of the Yamas and NiyamasHow you can be violent without realising it NON VIOLENT COMMUNICATION (11:00) How to communicate during intense or challenging situationsHow to express yourself skillfully when you are feeling irritatedOur speech patterns can express violence without us realising itCommunicating effectively is a skill that can be learnt START WITH YOURSELF (15:00) Non-violence starts with yourselfHow caring for your yourself deeply impacts on othersWhy we need to stop the critical voice in our headsMake an effort but let go of perfectionism VEDANTA (22:00) Vedanta is wider than just yoga philosophyHow life is like a dream-world or an illusionWhy you should trust that what is unfolding is the way it is meant to be MEDITATION (29:00) Meditation can be profound right awayYou will have to deal with the same things coming up repeatedly but meditation isn't about being hard or easyWhy approaching meditation as a practice is skillful: it's not about the quality of the experience but rather the doing of it! AHIMSA, VEGETARIANISM AND VEGANISM Ahimsa dairies and how eating eggs can sit comfortably alongside vegetarianismThe clash between vegetarianism and permacultureThe complications of sustaining a healthy eco-system "Most of us need to have more compassion for ourselves than we actually have." Do you want to explore more of Vidya's classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Find all of Vidya's classes here: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-teacher/vidyaheisel Find out more about Vidya here.

Naomi is brilliant at turning traditional yoga on its head and encouraging us to move in a way that is fun and feels good.

Do you want to explore more of Zephyr's classes, including her class on courage? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Welcome to a special edition of the Movement for Modern Life podcast. Here, we share live meditations from our wonderful team of teachers which were part of our first home yoga retreat. These meditations, dharma talks and Q&A sessions are fantastic tools for supporting us through difficult times. Today, we talk with Zephyr Wildman about courage. Zephyr is a fountain of knowledge when it comes to yoga philosophy, and is just fantastic at sharing it in an accessible and practical way. In this podcast, Zephyr gives a summary of the five virtues of yoga, focusing on courage. What does courage look like? How can we be courageous? How can yoga support us in finding and practicing courage? We chat about how we can face challenging times through the lens of yoga philosophy and physical practice, followed by a lovely meditation from Zephyr. So, we invite you to find a quiet place to spend a few minutes practicing with us. We hope you you find this useful and please do share this with anyone you think would benefit from some positive tools in their toolkit right now. Do you want to explore Zephyr's classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Find all of Zephyr's classes here: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-teacher/zephyrwildman Find out more about Zephyr here.

Do you want to explore more of Adam's strength building classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Strength is you alive and awake in your body and working with what you have today to make sure you feel good. It is something which is often overlooked in a yoga practice, but strength is so important for a safe, comfortable and progressive yoga practice. So, we talk to one of our most popular teachers, Adam Hocke, about how we can explore and increase our strength and the impact it can have on our bodies and lives. Adam also talks about the importance of staying curious. It’s really important to question what we’re doing. We should be testing things out and trying things and see if they work for us, rather than just accepting. The fact we have so many different styles of yoga and meditation is reflective of that. So, be curious and learn how to be more in control, strong, mobile, flexible, accepting and, therefore, embodied. In this episode you will find out about... Flexibility (3:00) Flexibility has to be met with, held with and supported by some strength. We have to recognise what we are doing and asking if it is a reasonable thing to ask the body to do.Not all bodies can make all the shapes, especially the extreme poses. The simple, common poses which actually require more flexibility than most people have.How to adapt poses to your flexibility.The importance of a sense of humour! Range of Motion (12:45) The difference between a passive and active range of motion. The importance of developing an active range of motion in addition to passive range of motion.Why cultivating control can improve your yoga and create a deeper sense of embodiment. The issue of underworking areas and unhealthy compensation patterns. The importance of listening to science. Making yoga sustainable (22:00) How can we make yoga a sustainable practice over a lifetime?The importance of going slower through transitions for building control. Why should we reduce leverage? The importance of resistance for strengthening muscles at their end range to support flexibility.How can we introduce resistance?Why are standing poses are so great? Mobility (39:00) What is mobility and why is it so important? The impact of physical resilience on the nervous systems and our emotions.How to be an active participant in your practice, rather than going along for the ride. What is proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) and how does is impact our range of motion?Vidya's class on PNF: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-class-640-mindful-hips-director-cut Put it into practice (46:00) Tips for incorporating more active stretching into your practice. The importance of variety for adaptation. Using outlines and changing the interior life of a pose. Readdressing our expectations of a yoga practice. Do your best to make sure everything feels in control without pushing beyond what feels right and reasonable for you. Do you want to explore Adam's classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Find all of Adam's classes here: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-teacher/adamhocke Find out more about Adam here.

Do you want to explore more of Lizzie's yoga classes, including her Coming Home class? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Welcome to this special edition of the Movement for Modern Life podcast where we share live meditations from our wonderful team of teachers which were part of our first Home Yoga Retreat. These meditations, dharma talks and Q&A sessions are fantastic tools for supporting us through difficult times. Today, we are talking with Lizzie Reumont about the theme of coming home. What are your preconceived ideas of home and safety? What does home mean to you and how can we feel at home in our bodies? In this podcast, we will explore the idea of landing on the earth and coming back to ourselves. Lizzie will offer a guided meditation and we would like to invite you to practice with us. We hope you find this useful and please do share it with family and friends who may also benefit from some positive tools and philosophy at this time. Do you want to explore Lizzie's classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Find all of Lizzie's classes here: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-teacher/lizzie-reumont Find out more about Lizzie here.

Do you want to explore more of Jonelle's creativity in her classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan “The quickest way to learn is through play” How and why should we bring creativity to our yoga practice? We chat to Jonelle Lewis, a brave, fierce and experienced yoga teacher who loves to explore a range of yoga styles. Jonelle has an amazing way of making yoga an inclusive, accessible and empowering experience. She shares the various different yoga styles she practices, how she came to them and how can we be more fluid, free and creative on our mats. In this episode you will find out about... Accessibility in yoga (3:30) Yoga is not aspirational, it is a birthright Why you should forget the fanfare and focus on easeDiscover Jonelle's favourite teachers How did Jonelle try out different styles, and how can you? Rocket yoga (11:18) Rocket yoga and its relationship to Ashtanga yogaIt's ok to find a practice scary at first! How to be creative with sequencing and pacingWhy meeting your students is so important How having fun impacts your learning Yin yoga (23:40) What is Yin yoga?How exploring yin yoga led to a whole new experience and self-development for JonelleJust how can yin compliment other yoga practices? Meditation (28:00) How seeking out new teachers can lead to new discoveriesWhy meditation helps Jonelle meet the world better How exploration can deepen your practice and find what works for you Pranayama (30:00) The importance of breath workWhat is Kapalabhati breath? Check out Lucy's fiery class! Creativity (38:00) Why Mandala yoga is a great style to incorporate different influencesThe reason Jonelle goes to so many different teachersWhy should we keep yoga fresh and fun? If my intention it is not for my teaching to be accessible, then what am I doing? Do you want to explore Jonelles's classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Find all of Jonelle's classes here: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-teacher/jonellelewis Follow Jonelle on Instagram here.

Do you want to explore more of Joo's yoga and qi gong classes to support your energy? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Welcome to another special edition of the Movement for Modern Life podcast; this is an instalment in our MFML Meditations series of live meditations. These are from our wonderful team of teachers which were part of our first Home Yoga Retreat. The meditations, dharma talks and Q&A sessions are fantastic tools for supporting us through challenging times. Today, Joo Teoh, is sharing a meditation on the theme of energy. What is energy, qi, or prana? How can we recharge and best take care of our energy? Joo is a wonderful teacher of both yoga and Qi Gong, so has a beautiful way of looking at the concept of energy through these different lenses. We will start with a little chat about this theme and Joo will follow with a guided meditation. We would like to invite you to find a quiet space to spend a few minutes practicing with us. If find this useful, please do share it with family and friends who may also benefit from some positive tools and philosophy at this time. Do you want to explore Joo's classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Find all of Joo's classes here: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-teacher/jooteoh Find out more about Joo here.

Do you want to explore more of Lucy's yoga classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Welcome to another special edition of the Movement for Modern Life podcast! This is a series of live meditations from our wonderful team of teachers which were part of our first Home Yoga Retreat. These meditations, dharma talks and Q&A sessions are fantastic tools for our toolkit. The can support us through challenging times and help us feel more within the present moment. Today, we are talking with Lucy McCarthy about the theme of awakening. So, how can we be conscious from moment to moment and pay attention to the small things which would normally pass us by? How can the concept of the seven chakras move us from just our mind to our whole body? In this podcast, we will explore this theme and Lucy will offer a guided meditation. Therefore, we would like to invite you to find a quiet space to spend a few minutes practicing with us. We hope you find this useful and please do share it with family and friends who may also benefit from some positive tools and philosophy at this time. Do you want to explore Lucy's classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Find all of Lucy's classes here: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-teacher/lucymccarthy Discover more about Lucy here.

Do you want to explore more of Adrianna's meditations and restorative yoga classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Welcome to another special edition of the Movement for Modern Life podcast! This is part of a series of live meditations from our wonderful team of teachers which were part of our first Home Yoga Retreat. These meditations, dharma talks and Q&A sessions are fantastic tools for supporting us through challenging times. Today, Adrianna Zaccardi shares a meditation on awareness. Adrianna is a brilliant restorative yoga teacher, whose practices are all about coming into a deeper place of quiet within ourselves so we can meet the present moment with clarity. Cultivating awareness can be so nourishing and it’s great to do so from a very calm, clear and grounded place. The meditation is followed by a conversation with Rakhee about this theme of awareness. Give this meditation a go and perhaps follow it with one of Adrianna’s restorative classes: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-teacher/adriannazaccardi If find this useful, please do share it with family and friends who may also benefit from some positive tools and philosophy at this time. Do you want to explore Adrianna's classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Find out more about Adrianna here.

Do you want to explore more of Mimi's meditation and yoga classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Welcome to this special edition of the Movement for Modern Life podcast; this is another instalment in our MFML Meditations series of live meditations. These are from our wonderful team of teachers which were part of our first Home Yoga Retreat. The meditations, dharma talks and Q&A sessions are fantastic tools for supporting us through challenging times. This week, the wonderful Mimi Kuo-Deemer is sharing a meditation on the theme of connection with Rakhee, the content creator here at MFML. At the time we recorded this meditation, we were on lockdown during the pandemic, so the word connection took on a whole new meaning. Whilst we could not connect physically with our loved ones, there was still so much we could connect with. It is so important to explore those connections when everything around us feels so disconnected. We will jump straight into the meditation where you can connect with your body, your vibrations and your feelings. The meditation is followed by a conversation with Rakhee about this theme of connection and a Q&A with our community members. If find this useful, please do share it with family and friends who may also benefit from some positive tools and philosophy at this time. Do you want to explore Mimi's classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Find all of Mimi's classes here: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-teacher/mimikuo-deemer Find out more about Mimi here.

Do you want to explore more of Adam's meditations and grounding yoga classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Welcome to another special edition of the Movement for Modern Life podcast! This is the second in a series of live meditations from our wonderful team of teachers which were part of our first Home Yoga Retreat. These meditations, dharma talks and Q&A sessions are fantastic tools for supporting us through challenging times. This week, Adam Hocke joins me to lead a meditation on the theme of grounding. Being grounded enables us to be in the moment and accept the present moment for what it is. It also helps us feel connected to and supported by our bodies and the earth. This is a useful meditation for when you're feeling stressed, anxious or overwhelmed. Following the meditation is a conversation with Kat about the importance of grounding and how it can help ease anxiety in the body and mind. We hope you take up this invitation to find a quiet place and spend some time exploring this theme of grounding with us. If find this useful, please do share it with family and friends who may also benefit from some positive tools and philosophy at this time. Do you want to explore Adam's classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Find all of Adam's classes here: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-teacher/adamhocke Find out more about Adam here.

Do you want to explore more of Clive's meditations and yoga classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Welcome to this special edition of the Movement for Modern Life podcast: MFML meditations! This is the first in a series of live meditations from our wonderful team of teachers which were part of our recent Home Yoga Retreat. These meditations, dharma talks and Q&A sessions are fantastic tools for supporting us through challenging times. This week, Clive Fogelman will be leading a meditation on the theme of transitions. Clive is an innovative teacher who loves to explore the power of transitions, both on and off the mat. Transitions are a huge part of creating a more familiar relationship with the body, expanding our options and empowering ourselves to make mindful choices. The meditation is followed by a Q&A session with members of the Movement for Modern Life community. Listen to Clive's recent podcast on transitions here: www.movementformodernlife.com/blog/ep-20-on-the-power-of-transitions/ We hope you find this useful and please do share it with family and friends who may also benefit from some positive tools and philosophy at this time. Do you want to explore Clive's classes? Check out all our classes for FREE for 14 days here: https://movementformodernlife.com/chooseplan Find all of Clive's classes here: https://movementformodernlife.com/yoga-teacher/clivefogelman Find out more about Clive here.