Sanna Kokkonen-White ~ Bhakti Yoga and Kirtan: A Musical Path to Spiritual Awakening

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Sanna Kokkonen-White is a distinguished yoga teacher originally from Finland, now residing part-time in Bali, Indonesia. With a rich background in fitness and yoga, she encompasses various styles, bringing a unique blend of Ashtanga and Bhakti Yoga to her teachings. Sanna is an accomplished teacher who travels and instructs across Europe, particularly investing in yoga philosophy and mentoring others. Her commitment to animal welfare in Bali also highlights her compassionate nature, alongside her passion for Kirtan and spiritual growth through yoga.

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Key Takeaways:

• Integration of Ashtanga and Bhakti Yoga: Sanna reveals how her practice and teachings combine the discipline of Ashtanga Yoga with the devotional aspects of Bhakti Yoga.
• Patience in Practice: Emphasizing the importance of patience, Sanna explains how this virtue has been a guiding force in her yoga journey.
• Holistic Healing through Yoga: Sanna discusses yoga as a tool for personal transformation, functioning as a pathway to overcoming mental challenges and deepening one's spiritual practice.
• Community and Mentorship: Highlighting her role as a mentor, Sanna outlines how virtual and in-person interactions help her support others in their spiritual and personal journeys.

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1. Sanna Kokkonen-White ~ Bhakti Yoga and Kirtan: A Musical Path to Spiritual Awakening (00:00:00)

2. Connecting Across Continents Through a Toddcast Interview (00:00:01)

3. Caring for Rescued Animals in Bali's Evolving Culture (00:02:20)

4. A Gypsy Lifestyle Balancing European Winters and Bali Summers (00:05:30)

5. Sanna's Journey from Aerobics to Ashtanga and Bhakti Yoga (00:09:47)

6. Kirtan Connections and Bhakti Yoga Retreats in Bali and Cornwall (00:18:15)

7. Bhagavad Gita as a Lifeline and Source of Inspiration (00:28:18)

8. The Symbolism of the Bhagavad Gita and Inner Battles (00:30:51)

9. Exploring Individual Paths in Yoga Practices (00:36:25)

10. Embracing Failure and Growth Through Yoga Mentorship (00:39:17)

11. Supporting a Suicidal Student Through Compassionate Teaching (00:42:11)

12. The Journey From Asana to Deeper Yoga Understanding (00:43:50)

13. The Importance of Patience in Life and Yoga (00:45:31)

14. The Journey From Yoga Practice to Teaching and Patience (00:47:04)

15. Teaching Yoga to an International Crowd in Bali (00:52:47)

16. The Natural Evolution of Mentorship and Yoga Teaching (00:55:08)

17. The Power of Gratitude and Music in Everyday Life (01:00:03)

18. Gratitude, Forgiveness, and the Legacy of Lama Marut (01:03:56)