The Modern Yogi Podcast

The Modern Yogi

The Modern Yogi
You go to a few yoga classes and something magical happens- your mind quiets down and your body feels better! You are hooked and want more! More wellness, more self-love, and more connection. YOGIS! YOU HAVE ARRIVED! Come explore how to practice yoga off the mat! Learn how these ancient practices can help you deal with the daily grind, break ups, anxiety, and much more!
8 Limbs of Yoga Series: Dhyana/Contemplation or Meditation
-Come learn about the 7th Limb of Yoga by Patanjali! -When we experience dhyana we become more compassionate with ourselves and others. Patanjali shares how we can visit dhyana on a regular basis! Learn how in this episode!  -Watch the unedited version on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGGLTusasHgmwgApou9eSo80TSRKKpnVQ The Ego, Baby Episode: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/laurasiljander/TMYEpisode5ego.mp3
Mar 5, 2021
23 min
8 Limbs of Yoga Series: Dharana/ Concentration
Limb #6, Dharana or also known as one point of focus/concentration.  Learn what it is, how it effects our yoga practice, and how we can try different ways to use this limb in our lives! ----------------------------------------------- You can watch the unedited version on The Modern Yogi YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheModernYogi1
Jan 26, 2021
18 min
8 Limbs of Yoga Series: Pratyahara/ Withdraw from the senses
We are covering Limb #5 of Patanjali's 8 Limbs of Yoga. The inability to regulate our senses is a HUGE reason why we give up on meditating! Come learn how to tame your senses so you can connect with your higher power and inner teacher!  ---------------------------------------------- Chakra Scan Meditation: YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheModernYogi1 YouTube Yoga Classes on the Chakra Series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGGLTusasHgnWQuVl454tCrwsTS7qr3ss
Jan 19, 2021
25 min
8 Limbs of Yoga Series: Breath/ Pranayama
We dive into Patanjali's 8 Limbs of Yoga. We are on Limb 4, prana or breath techniques used to effect our energy. Learn how to practice breath on and off the mat.  Learn how breath can help stress and anxiety.  -Low acid coffee: Smooth Operator by Whole Foods 365 brand. It is super cheap and tastes good! -Episode on Asana/ Move that body: YouTube: https://youtu.be/xpRbLyvVFRM -YouTube Channel: type in, The Modern Yogi, into the YouTube search!
Dec 13, 2020
29 min
8 Limbs of Yoga Series: Ishvara Pranidhana
We are finishing up the last Niyama (2nd Limb of Yoga)! Today we dive into the topic of spirituality, what does a higher power mean to you, and the meaning of Ishvara Pranidhana. WATCH the unedited version on The Modern Yogi YouTube Channel full of funny bloopers, finger dancing, and more! The episode on Asana/Postures/ 3rd Limb of Yoga: Move that Body, Episode 29. Links below Direct link: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/laurasiljander/TMYEpisode2-asana.mp3
Oct 10, 2020
14 min
8 Limbs of Yoga Series: Svadhyaya/self study
Welcome to the series staring Patanjali and his 8 Limbs of Yoga. Today we are on the 2nd Limb of Yoga called the Niyamas where we dive into self study!  -------------------------------------------------- Podcast reference: self vs Self (this is when the podcast had a different name)!
Sep 10, 2020
14 min
8 Limbs of Yoga Series: Tapas/ Self Discipline
We are covering Patanjali's 8 Limbs of Yoga today! We are now in the 2nd Limb called the Niyamas! Today we dive into how important self discipline is AND take a look at this through the yogic perspective.
Sep 3, 2020
12 min
8 Limbs Series: Samtosa/ Contentment
Can you feel joy during the hard times and the good? Samtosa teaches us how!  Welcome to Patajalis 8 Limbs of Yoga Series! We finished the Yamas (1st Limb) and now covering the 2nd Limb, the Niyamas!  --------------------------------------------------------------- Resources mentioned in the pod: www.prana.com Youtube: The Modern Yogi www.LauraSiljander.com
Aug 5, 2020
13 min
8 Limbs Series: Saucha/Clean Body, Mind, & Environment
Welcome to the series on Patanjalis 8 Limbs of Yoga! It is time to cover the 2nd Limb of Yoga, the Niyamas! Saucha is first and we dive into how to purify our mind, body, and environment!  Check out the previous episodes on the yamas!
Jul 10, 2020
17 min
8 Limbs Series: Aparigraha/ Let That Sh** Go!
Welcome to Patanjali's 8 Limbs of Yoga Series! We are on Yama #5! What does it mean when we hear our yoga teachers say, "just let it go?" Let what go? How do I let it go? --------------------------------------------------------- Episodes talked about in this pod; 1. Money Honey (Episode 5). 2. The Ego, Baby (Episode 32).
Jun 29, 2020
25 min
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