Mostly Yoga - with Aaron Tan

Sorry for being away. I've been busy with life but I'm back now with a special one... Today I speak with Maisie, who's insightful approach and deep understanding of the nine personality types from the Enneagram system has definitely shed some light on certain character attribute of mine, so I'm sure she'll be able to shed some light on yours as well. Get ready to dive deep into your own inner framework, in the hopes to better understand both yourself and the others around you, as we explore the secrets behind our individual  personalities. Also, if you think she looks familiar, that's because she's actually the "da jie jie" (big sis) of Meiyan (Episode 29), who might make her second appearance on the poddy real soon. So stay tuned!   Stuff we talked about:  How the enneagram system works and the value it brings Navigating human connection Airing laundry Realising that no one is trying to hurt you Character and context What is love Everyone’s got their own story The practice of sharing vulnerability Connecting through conflict Learning to support yourself Rewriting your narrative    Until next time, Aaron   ------------------------------------ Follow Maisie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/whatmaisiesaid/ ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga  FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------

Back at it again with the another gym bro.  My guest today is Darren Huw, a personal trainer whose journey from skinny to fit is one that’s truly inspiring. As someone who embodies dedication and growth in both body and mindset, I’m glad to have him on the pod to share his passion with fitness and faith (in Islam).  Enjoy. Stuff we talked about:  The "drugs" we take Understanding Islam Antics at the Gym Diary of a skinny kid Bruce calls The realities of bulking/cutting Doing what needs to be done Battling the voice in your head Dealing with injuries Starting out at the gym Mindset > Motivation Taking responsibility for your own achievements Working out is the easy part Prioritise your physical body Understand your "why" The road to fitness is a lonely one The fallacy of "having no time"  As-salamu alaykum, Aaron ------------------------------------ Follow Darren on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/train_with_darren/ ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga  FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------

To commemorate the 50th episode of the Mostly Yoga Podcast, I thought I'd run through some of the lessons I've learned over the past few years that have helped me out a lot in shaping who I am.    Expect to learn about the importance of being authentic, honouring your truth, acknowledging the shadow and going to the gym.   To all the listeners out there, thank you for being a part of this beautiful community. Your support and engagement have been the fuel that keeps this humble pod of mine going, and I'm deeply thankful for it. It's been a wild 50 episodes filled with wisdom, laughter, and connection, so here's to another 50 more. Huat ah,Aaron ------------------------------------ Inspirations: Joe Rogan (https://www.instagram.com/joerogan/)Chris Williamson (https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx/)Asha Nayaswami (https://www.instagram.com/innerlifewith_asha/)Jordan Peterson (https://www.instagram.com/jordan.b.peterson/)Alex Hormozi (https://www.instagram.com/hormozi/)Andrew Tate (https://x.com/Cobratate?s=20)Dhyan Vimal Institute (https://www.instagram.com/dv.institute/?hl=en) ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga  FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------ SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS    IMALA (EVERYDAY ACTIVEWEAR that energise and inspire your daily choices) Whether you’re practicing yoga, dead-lifting your PR, climbing those boulders or cycling long distance, here's everything you need for your workout. Use code MOSTLYYOGA for 10% off!   WEBSITE: https://imalaofficial.com/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/imalaofficial/

My final guest from the Chiang Mai Soul Connection series... It was a privileged to have Dan on the pod for yet another thought-provoking episode. His wisdom and stories resonates with me on such a profound level, much akin to the timeless teachings of Alan Watts, so I hope this conversation will resonate with you guys too. He shares with us his insights into life, religion, philosophy, and the human experience.  Get ready for one engaging conversation...   Stuff we talked about:  The practice of letting go Illusions; there is no Santa Claus  Leaving Jehovah’s Witness Walking away from the world Words, memories and truth Choiceless awareness Doing Nothing Realising our conditionings  Moving from the known to the unknown No one actually sees you but you The freedom to respond The purity of the unknown Truth cannot be found, only lived. The end of your story Erase your personal history Pain of desire; joy of pleasure The awareness of who you are and who you’re becoming You already have everything Until the next one, Aaron   ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga  FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------ SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS    IMALA (EVERYDAY ACTIVEWEAR that energise and inspire your daily choices) Whether you’re practicing yoga, dead-lifting your PR, climbing those boulders or cycling long distance, here's everything you need for your workout. Use code MOSTLYYOGA for 10% off!   WEBSITE: https://imalaofficial.com/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/imalaofficial/

I had the pleasure of connecting with my soul friend, Logan, whose heart hails originally from South India, but is now residing in the enchanting city of Chiang Mai. My chat with him was inspiring and enlightening and he graciously shares his perspectives on life, spirituality and the art of surrendering to one's fate.  Stuff we talk about:  Life in Chiang Mai  Staying true to your (Indian) roots  Challenging who you are The Illusion vs the Present  Shifting Realities  The Power in asking ‘Why’ Understanding Energies  Letting your old self die Surrendering to the divine  It all starts with a smile :) The bike accident and slowing down There is no ‘I’  The correlation between Wisdom and Pain  A reminder that you are alive  Surrendering to the energies of the world I have everything; I have nothing There is no one to blame Believing through heart   Letting go (Physically and emotionally) Joy in simple things Om Namah Shivaya, Aaron   ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga  FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------ SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS    IMALA (EVERYDAY ACTIVEWEAR that energise and inspire your daily choices) Whether you’re practicing yoga, dead-lifting your PR, climbing those boulders or cycling long distance, here's everything you need for your workout. Use code MOSTLYYOGA for 10% off!   WEBSITE: https://imalaofficial.com/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/imalaofficial/

A truly special guest from the CNX soul connection series, my good friend Shao Hao takes centre stage as we explore the profound connections between nature's beauty, spiritual enlightenment, and the rhythmic chants that echo the essence of the divine.  Stuff we talk about:  The contrast between SG and CNX Pursuing a life worth living Consciousness expressed through you  We chose this life Expressions of the universe  The evolution of ‘you’ The Creation and the Creator A network of consciousness  The power of nature  The energy of words and reframing the way you speak to yourself You are the universe, you are everything. The magic of mantras and the stories behind it Just knowing  Planting the seed Ra Ma Da Sa Sa Say So Hung Om peace peace peace, Aaron   ------------------------------------ Follow Shao Hao on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/hao.bhakti/ ------------------------------------ Masaru Emoto - Water Experiments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qQUFvufXp4  ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga  FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------ SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS    IMALA (EVERYDAY ACTIVEWEAR that energise and inspire your daily choices) Whether you’re practicing yoga, dead-lifting your PR, climbing those boulders or cycling long distance, here's everything you need for your workout. Use code MOSTLYYOGA for 10% off!   WEBSITE: https://imalaofficial.com/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/imalaofficial/

Definitely one of the best episodes so far.  My third guest on the list from the CNX Soul Connection series, and one of my good friends, is Jackson Barber.  Listen in as we navigate the delicate dance between light and shadow and ponder over the intricate balance between the forces that shape our world.  Stuff we talk about:  Meditation  Religion v.s. Spirituality  Sitting with the itch The Moral Crusader  Escaping into the mind Water, water, water, water… The mystery of consciousness  Invoking the flows of energy  Practicing stillness and connecting with God The duality of good and evil  Embracing the shadow The darkness in the light, the light in the darkness Are you a good person? Alchemy 101 Sat-chitta-ananda (truth, consciousness, bliss) Seeing the truth of good and evil Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha Jai Hanuman,Aaron ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga  FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------ SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS    IMALA (EVERYDAY ACTIVEWEAR that energise and inspire your daily choices) Whether you’re practicing yoga, dead-lifting your PR, climbing those boulders or cycling long distance, here's everything you need for your workout. Use code MOSTLYYOGA for 10% off!   WEBSITE: https://imalaofficial.com/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/imalaofficial/

My second guest from the Chiang Mai Soul Connection series is Atum Sphinx, another gifted musician seamlessly weaving together the sacred and the sublime.  Stuff we talk about:  Finding strength through softness  Symbolisms and ceremonies Visions from Goddess Ixchel A reminder of pain (Cĕb: เจ็บ)  Move. Earn. Learn.  Doing your side quests in the RPG of real life Moving to “China” Kung Fu fighting in the dark Evil Lions God is always watching The power of gratitude and thanking your elevators A world within a coconut  Om Shiva Shambho Hari Om,Aaron   ------------------------------------ Follow Atum on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/atumsphinx ------------------------------------ Learn more about the Care108 here: https://www.care108.com/ ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga  FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------ SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS    IMALA (EVERYDAY ACTIVEWEAR that energise and inspire your daily choices) Whether you’re practicing yoga, dead-lifting your PR, climbing those boulders or cycling long distance, here's everything you need for your workout. Use code MOSTLYYOGA for 10% off!   WEBSITE: https://imalaofficial.com/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/imalaofficial/

We kick off the first episode from the Chiang Mai Soul Connection series with handpan hero and demon whisperer, Craig Coppack, with his stories of harmonious healing, rhythmic transcendence and mad stories he shares from his spiritual journey.  Stuff we talk about:  Life in Chiang Mai Battling addiction Moving closer to ‘God’ Running into the darkness  Demons in a bucket Experiences with plant medicine  Revelations through Aya Reconnecting to the self Insights from Pachamama Being scared in Peru  Healing through fear  Handpan solo  Om shanti shanti, Aaron ------------------------------------ Follow Craig on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/huachumawalker/ ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga  FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------ SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS    IMALA (EVERYDAY ACTIVEWEAR that energise and inspire your daily choices) Whether you’re practicing yoga, dead-lifting your PR, climbing those boulders or cycling long distance, here's everything you need for your workout. Use code MOSTLYYOGA for 10% off!   WEBSITE: https://imalaofficial.com/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/imalaofficial/

Really loving the 'Gym Bro' series so far. Up next we have a true powerhouse and arguably one of the strongest guys in the gym, Fadlullah (aka. Ah Fad). Plenty of wisdom both in fitness and life was shared in this episode. Along with the usual bo liao banter.  Stuff we talk about:  Gym origin story (Power) Building your body FAT-dullah Gym culture v.s. Bodybuilding culture Strong body = Strong mind Nobody gives a f about you Pillars of (HASHIRA) Strength Science of powerlifting  Morning crew stories The 'HASHIRA' Podcast??? Coming soon? The dangers of being comfortable and forging your own path Embrace the suck; carry the boats! Stay hard! Aaron ------------------------------------ Follow Fadlullah on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/ergofadu/ ------------------------------------ Follow Hashira Strength on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/hashirastrength/ ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga  FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------ SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS    IMALA (EVERYDAY ACTIVEWEAR that energise and inspire your daily choices) Whether you’re practicing yoga, dead-lifting your PR, climbing those boulders or cycling long distance, here's everything you need for your workout. Use code MOSTLYYOGA for 10% off!   WEBSITE: https://imalaofficial.com/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/imalaofficial/