Essential Conversations for Yoga Teachers
Essential Conversations for Yoga Teachers
Monica Bright
The podcast for yoga teachers centered around important conversations for yoga teachers to discuss, reflect, and implement. From class planning to business strategy, these conversations help yoga teachers build the business that will help keep them teaching long-term and with a sustainable income. 
Ep 24: Yoga Teaching & Enforcing Boundaries
In relationships, boundaries are the rules we set for ourselves about what's okay & what's not okay, and how we're treated & how we treat others. Boundaries, help us feel safe and respected. When we have clear boundaries and stick to them, It makes our relationships stronger because we know where we stand and what to expect. When your boundaries are unclear or ignored, it can lead to problems like misunderstandings hurt feelings, arguments, and potentially disrupt your relationships.U...
May 27, 2024
22 min
Ep 23: Yoga, Social Media, Body Positivity & Aesthetics
In recent years, the intersection of yoga, social media, and body positivity has emerged. As a dynamic and transformative space within the digital landscape. Yoga being an ancient practice rooted in mindfulness self-awareness and self-acceptance offers a holistic approach to physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. However, in this age of social media where curated images and idealized lifestyles often dominate our feeds sharing the practice of yoga has had some undesirable outcomes. Social...
May 20, 2024
35 min
Ep 22: Yoga, Social Media, and Cultural Appropriation
Social media has become an influential platform for yoga teachers. Shaping not only how you share your practice, but also how you perceive yourself within the yoga community. One significant impact is the pressure to conform to certain aesthetic standards and trends prevalent on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Cultural appropriation in the realm of yoga is a complex and often contentious issue, especially when viewed through the lens of social media. Social media platforms have beco...
May 13, 2024
20 min
Ep 21: Teaching Yoga and How It Affects Family Dynamics
When my daughter, Olivia, was born, I was an elementary school teacher and I decided to put my career on pause and stay at home with her. We spent at least 2 years of her life together all the time… and we both loved it! I decided to go back to work but in a different capacity as an Educational Consultant (where I could decide how much or how little I wanted to work) which was perfect. I was working in schools coaching teachers so my work schedule naturally allowed me to be at home with her i...
May 6, 2024
39 min
Ep 20: Somatic Yoga Principles - How To Incorporate Them In Your Yoga Classes
Somatic yoga is a mindful and reflective practice that emphasizes internal sensations, movement exploration, and self-awareness. Rooted in the principles of somatics, a field that explores the lived experience of the body, Somatic yoga teaches and encourages practitioners to become more attuned to their bodily sensations, movement patterns, and emotional responses.One of the primary effects of somatic yoga is the release of muscular tension and chronic holding patterns. Through gentle, slow-p...
Apr 29, 2024
23 min
Ep 19: Your Personal Practice - Where Did it Go & How to Get it Back
Let's just go back in time for a little bit. Remember when you were practicing all the time, just loving being a student? And then you started teaching, adding classes to your schedule, and taking more continuing education. Did your personal practice kind of fall by the wayside?This episode explores strategies and tips for reigniting that spark and reclaiming your personal practice. It's not uncommon for you to find yourself in this situation where you spend so much time guiding others ...
Apr 22, 2024
15 min
Ep 18: Passive Income - What Is It & Why You want It
Let's unpack passive income offerings. First, it really does take active effort and ongoing maintenance. So I don't really resonate or agree with the part of the definition, which states that earnings are generated with minimal active effort or ongoing maintenance. But the second part of the definition is this: You can create income while you sleep, travel or focus on other pursuits. And that's honestly, the part that I believe is true. Think of it like this passive income is income you ...
Apr 15, 2024
28 min
Ep 17: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome - The Key to Unlocking your True Potential
One of the reasons why I love producing this podcast for you is that we get to explore topics that will empower you to overcome obstacles. And unlock your full potential. In today's episode, we'll delve into the phenomenon of imposter syndrome and its impact on achieving your goals. It can be a formidable barrier to realizing your dreams. And as you continue to listen, you'll hear that I'm going to attempt to unravel the complexities. Of imposter syndrome and offer you some strategies th...
Apr 8, 2024
34 min
Ep 16: Online Yoga - Accessible Learning, Scalability, and Diversifying your Content
Online courses and offerings are all the rage these days. I mean, they are the best way to reach tons of new people. Although it may seem overwhelming and a lot of work you can easily get started. Creating an online course can be a valuable tool for you for several reasons, including expanding your reach, accessible learning, and cultivating a more flexible schedule. Teaching more diverse content, positively affecting and increasing your income, and scaling your business can add more impact a...
Apr 1, 2024
45 min
Ep 15: Branding - Mastering your Yoga Teaching Identity
Branding separates you from other teachers, in a good way and clearly explains the type of yoga teacher you are. It also offers students a peek into your teaching methodology. So let's talk about branding and how important it is to differentiate yourself in the sea of yoga teachers that are teaching today. Realizing the differences between yourself and other yoga teachers is necessary. You don't need to compare yourself to other teachers, or judge yourself against other teachers, instead...
Mar 25, 2024
34 min
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