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We have set an intention at Yoga Today to make the benefits of yoga accessible to everyone, everywhere. Adi, Neesha and Sarah are back on iTunes with a new series, Inside Yoga Today, and they are livin la vida yoga. From yummy yogi recipes to quick rejuvenating sequences, take your yoga practice off the mat with us to engage in health, balance and joy. Nurture your mind, body and spirit with more yoga, more often.
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Can the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali be applied today? Sutra means thread. Yoga Sutra is the thread of yoga. Most interpretations of the Yoga Sutra are complex and hard to understand. After investing more than 12 years studying, chanting and teaching the Yoga Sutras, Ruben Vasquez guides you on a journey exploring the wisdom of the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali. This ancient wisdom is relevant and applicable for yoga students and teachers today. Besides clear explanations and examples, each episode off ...
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: A mantra for presence Our words influence our thoughts and perspective. What words do you use frequently? Are those words useful to be present or are they potential distractors? What happens when we replace our tendencies to predict and worry with the mantra Let's see? https://simple-yoga.org This content is inspired by the …
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Chapter 4, v. 7-10 Explore Krishna's timeless wisdom as he discusses his eternal manifestations and the cyclic nature of divine intervention. This episode delves into the profound concepts of righteousness and the eternal duty of the divine to restore balance. Discover how these teachings are relevant in the grand cosmic scheme and our personal spi…
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Ever contemplated the real essence of love? Divine love permeates every aspect of existence, inviting us to rise above mere self-interest. It's the silent call to awaken our hearts to something profound and world-changing. In this episode, discover how divine love leads to fulfillment. Explore prayers, spiritual practices, and stories that inspire …
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Chapter 4, v. 4-7 This episode explores the intricate relationship between a guru and a disciple, where the ultimate lesson lies in realizing that everything we seek is already within us. This episode discusses how Krishna's teachings to Arjuna serve as a metaphor for our own spiritual journey, emphasizing the importance of friendship and devotion …
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Sensitivity and feedback Are you noticing changes in your sensitivity? Do you play internal games to override the common sense feedback you receive? Which do you trust more, the feedback sensitivity loop or your inner tendencies? What happens when you follow your sensitivity? What happens when you follow your tendencies? Do …
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Chapter 4, v. 1-4 Dive into a journey of discovery with this inspiring episode, exploring the profound conversations central to yoga's age-old wisdom. As we ponder Krishna's mystical teachings, we are invited to confront the universal struggle of spiritual forgetfulness, delve into the concept of the 'I Am', and pierce through the veils of time to …
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Distractions The most important skill to cultivate Distractions will happen, sooner or later, either a few times or countless times. Even when we get distracted , noticing that we got distracted indicates that we are present and that we are aware that our attention moved away from our intended focal point. What is important …
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As we continue the journey through the 'Love Loves Love' series, we delve into the essence of Divine Love and the transformative power of letting go. This episode reflects on the vibrant, blooming journey within, drawing parallels between the care of a garden and our inner lives. Yogacharya shares insights from a pilgrimage that offers profound les…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Range of Awareness - Open awareness Open Awareness is the experience of being open to whatever each moment brings Would it be useful to grow in our ability to modulate our awareness so that we can choose to focus on an idea or object or just be in open awareness? What happens if you try this exercise several times? What do y…
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As we continue the journey through the 'Love Loves Love' series, delving into the intrinsic nature of divine love as the foundation of life. This episode guides listeners through the process of opening up to love's omnipresence, revealing how the mind can either unlock or block the flow of this sacred energy. Through personal anecdotes and spiritua…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Range of awareness - Concentration What does it feel like when our mind focuses on just one thing? Exploring the range of awareness by focusing our mind on a single object of concentration. When we try to concentrate on a single thing, most of us find that our minds are easily distracted. This exercise strengthens our abilit…
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Chapter 3, v. 40-43 Dive deep into the heart of spiritual growth with this episode that illuminates the secret to living beyond the shackles of desire. Discover how understanding the intricate dance between our senses, mind, intellect, and soul can lead to true freedom from sorrow. Uncover strategies to conquer the hidden desires that derail us fro…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Rango foawareness and experiences What happens when you explore your Range of Awareness? Most of us find that developing our sensitivity to natural processes enriches our experiences. in yoga, we try to expand our awareness so that we can participate in our lives consciously and intentionally. We experience the world through…
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Chapter 3, v. 36-39 Journey through the veils of desire that obscure clarity and wisdom, like smoke masks a fire. This episode examines the metaphorical smoke, dust, and coverings that shroud our intellect, offering strategies to polish away the residues of past actions and awaken clearer discernment. Embrace the practices that bring forth the ligh…
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Chapter 3, v. 33-35 This episode explores the Bhagavad Gita's teachings on embracing unique nature and svadharma, highlighting the journey toward authentic living and the fulfillment of divine purpose. It delves into how an individual's blend of qualities and experiences shapes their path, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and expressing …
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Complaining Do you ever complain? What do you complain about? Is it possible to modulate your complaining? Are our complaints a way to release a build-up of tension and irritation? Or is our complaining an expression of frustration because our expectations do not match the situation we find ourselves in? The first path is a …
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Delve into the transformative teachings of divine love as the foundation for fulfilling relationships. This episode uncovers the mystic wisdom that love, while it may have a beginning in our conscious experience, knows no end, embodying the eternal, ever-present nature of our true selves. Through poetic insights and practical guidance, you are invi…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Changing direction - Uplift Practicing pratipaksha bhavana in our lives A simple and effective way to turn unhelpful tendencies around. Notice the tendencies and replace them with life affirming and uplifting tendencies. Would it be possible that cultivating an uplifting attitude makes us feel happy and radiant? Are you curi…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Exploring resistance What do you resist? Resistance tends to arise at the boundaries between pain and tolerable discomfort. How does resistance manifest itself in you? What can we do when we feel resistance? Is our resistance a way of defending our sense of self? Is it possible that our resistance is a sign that we are tryin…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Range of Awareness in Ashtanga Yoga Can Range of Awareness be the integrating element of all the limbs of yoga? What happens when we explore the possible options available to us in the Yamas, Niyamas, Asana, Pratipaksha Bhavana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana and Samadhi? Can the idea of Range of Awareness help us en…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Range of Motion, Action, Awareness All yoga practices offer opportunities to explore and expand our awareness. The notion of Range of Motion is expanded to mean the totality of potential range of healthy movement that we can consciously do. Range of Action is the complete set of possible variations along the many variables i…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Two natural tendencies Recognizing two natural tendencies that support us To overcome tendencies toward negativity it is useful to remember that we have two very useful natural tendencies that require no effort: Moving toward feeling better and moving away from pain. Become familiar with how they feel, what happens when you …
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Chapter 3, v. 30-32 Explore the transformative practice of detaching from ego-driven impulses, paving the way for a life of greater peace and joy. This episode guides listeners through the process of observing and releasing attachment to the self-created narratives that often govern actions and reactions. Gain insights into transforming daily routi…
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Chapter 3, v. 27-29 Explore the profound lessons of chapter three of the Bhagavad Gita, focusing on the delicate balance of action and inaction. Find out how to act in a way that nurtures spiritual growth and how to embody the qualities of the divine in everyday deeds. Gain insight into the metaphysics of action and the role of nature's qualities i…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Gradual progress Can you recognize that you are making progress toward your goal? Examine your past actions, are you moving toward your goal? Some of our actions may have taken us away from our goal. This happens to most of us. Noticing that we stray from the goal is an indication of progress. Would you trade places with an …
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Delve into the transformative journey of living a soul-guided life, where resilience becomes a natural state of being. Explore the embrace of life's difficulties as opportunities for spiritual awakening and growth, highlighting the importance of cultivating a vision pulled by faith rather than pushed by adversity. Embrace the art of nurturing an in…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: It's up to you Embarking on the journey of self-discovery is your choice YOGA, You Organically Growing Aware. Four aspects of yoga. Yoga cannot change your beliefs, dispositions, intentions, and actions, only you can! And because this is a lifelong, personal process, it is imperative that you make the conscious decision to d…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Natural breath, long breath Bringing our awareness to the process of breathing In this practice we explore two ways of breathing, natural breath, and long breath. We alternate between these two options, paying attention to where the breath creates movement. As you pay attention to your breath, is it easy to stay focused? Do …
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: What are you feeling? What do you notice when you pay attention to your emotions? In this practice, we explore how emotions manifest in our bodies through sensations, as well as the connections between emotions, thoughts, and memories. We have also explored the origin of emotions and our ability to modulate them and their ef…
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Chapter 3, v. 22-26 Step into the world of Karma Yoga, where actions are an overflow of an awakened heart, not a compulsion of the ego. This episode guides you through the philosophy that inspires selfless service, revealing how contentment shapes character and influences the world. Listen and transform the understanding of your role in the cosmic …
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: What are you thinking? What do you notice when you pay attention to your thoughts? In this practice we explored the nature of the thoughts we notice in our field of awareness. We paid attention to how our thoughts manifest, we also noticed their fluctuations, their location, their origin. We also explored staying with a thou…
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Chapter 3, v. 20-22 Explore the intricate relationship between desire, ego, and Self-realization. Drawing from ancient texts and modern interpretations, this episode delves into the transformative power of selfless action and the profound teachings of Karma Yoga, leading us to a deeper understanding of our innate wholeness.…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Awareness and its content Are there differences between awareness and its content? In this practice we alternated between noticing the content of awareness through your perception of sensations in your body and focusing on awareness itself, your ability to witness. Although simple this is a very useful and powerful skill bec…
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Chapter 3, v. 17-19 Embark on a transformative journey into intuitive living, where actions emerge from a place of deep inner truth and alignment. Explore the guiding principles that lead to soul-inspired decisions, fostering harmony and purpose in everyday life. Through meditation, study, and a dedication to righteous living, discover how to tap i…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: One goal Is it possible to have only one goal in life? Why one goal? the simpler our goal, the easier it will be to assess if we are moving in that direction or if we are off track. What happens when we enhance the quality of our participation in our lives? How do our actions contribute to enhancing the quality of life where…
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Chapter 3, v. 12-16 Delving deep into the profound teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, the intricate relationship between humans, nature, and the divine is explored. Uncovering the significance of Yajya, or conscious worship, highlights how every action can be an offering to the divine, fostering a harmonious exchange with nature. The act of mindful ea…
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Delve into timeless teachings to uncover the secrets of maintaining a consistent practice amidst daily life's hustle. Understand the profound yearning all beings share for happiness and the methods to cultivate it. Explore how meditation bridges intention and experience, offering techniques to seamlessly infuse ancient wisdom into contemporary rout…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Second Fundamental Need How important are your relationships? Our second fundamental need, the need for meaningful connections. Are your beliefs about the world influencing your ability to relate to others? IS it helpful to have other people along your journey? What do others contribute to your life: love, friendship, suppor…
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Dive deep into the profound teachings and legacy of Lahiri Mahashaya, the sage who bridged ancient revelations with modern seekers. Discover how his life serves as a beacon for spiritual seekers, highlighting the attainability of enlightenment even amidst worldly duties. Explore Mahashaya's pivotal contributions to Kriya Yoga and his timeless direc…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: First fundamental need How do you express your uniqueness? Is authenticity affiliating with a particular set of beliefs? Have you consciously participated in the creation of those beliefs? What do you do when you discover that one of those beliefs no longer fits your experiences? Do you believe that there is a specific self …
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In this episode, delve into the essence of being present, understanding how the simple act of focusing on one's breath can unlock intuitive strengths, and the profound benefits of consistent practice. The challenges of today's distracting world are explored, along with learning to face emotions without succumbing to them, and the insights yoga prov…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Two needs and one goal What are your fundamental needs? and What is your life's goal? Each one of us is unique. And our first fundamental need is to feel that uniqueness and to express it. Our second fundamental need: We need to connect with other people in a meaningful way. The most important goal is to be present by embody…
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Journey into the art of cultivating ease amidst life's challenges. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of yoga and meditation, as taught by ancient yogis. Learn how connecting with our essential Self can bring resilience, wholeness, and balance into our lives. As we navigate the tumultuous waters of modern existence, discover the p…
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Weaving the Yoga Sutra: Yoga, Conscience and Tendencies Living with wisdom is living with awareness Yoga is a call to action. Yoga is awareness. Yoga is being aware of your tendencies. Yoga is awareness of your relationships. What happens when you try to live with conscious awareness? What are the tendencies that you discover in your body, your pos…
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