Show notes
Welcome to the #PracticeWithClara Podcast where Clara and Stephanie discuss philosophy, yoga, and all things related to the practice. In this episode, we sit with Shiv Derek Oss for a discussion of the fifth chakra, Vishuddha. We go into some of the themes and the imbalances/blockages, including how to discover your song and your story, and the sacred power of mythology.Here's more on what we talk about in this episode:0:53 - Introducing Vishuddha ChakraReading from Wheels of Life by Anodea Judith, to introduce the main themes of the 5th chakra.2:10 - Cycles of Aum in Hindu PhilosophyThe 4 parts contained in the Aum and how this relates to our evolution and the cycles of life and the transformation we experience.5:56 - The Myths that Make Us Who We AreAn exploration of the stories that make us who we are: Stephanie asks Clara and Shiv what they're currently reading to explore how the stories we read create our realities.13:25 - Making The Beast BeautifulExamining anxiety in how we move through it and work with it through the lens of the novel by Sarah Wilson, First, We Make the Beast Beautiful.19:01 - The Power of MythologyStorytelling gives us the idea that we are never alone as we read about the events of others that may have gone through what we've experienced.20:00 - Centering Through SoundHow we connect to our sound and why its relevant; tracing our oral tradition and its roots, back to bird song.23:46 - Sounds We Might Connect ToSome of the unique sounds that make up our landscape and the powerful effect that resides in the mind and body as a result. What are you favorite sounds?27:40 - The Magic Carpet of StorytellingHow we prefer to be in story, through film, literature, or other forms of media.36:11 - The Vitality of Self-ExpressionExploring the theme of self-expression with the 5th chakra in feeling complete, blocked, or imbalanced in how we express ourselves.42:30 - How Do You Express Your Truth?Leaving our listeners with a question of how you express your truth, authenticity, and your sound? What are the sounds that make your heart sing?You can watch the full version on the #PracticeWithClara App (TV, Mobile, Tablet) Download on your favourite App Store:https://practice.clararobertsoss.com/programs/vishuddha-chakra-self-exploration-inner-truthSubscribe to the podcast on Spotify or wherever you like to listen :)Clara's Website: https://www.clararobertsoss.com/podcast/the-chakra-series-5th-chakra-vishuddha-themes-and-practices/Join the conversation on our facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicewithclaracommunity#philosophy #yogatalk #yogapodcast