What happens when a certified-but-rusty yoga teacher gets asked to lead a chair yoga session at the office during Mental Health Awareness Month? In this silly and heartfelt Hot Yoga Problems episode, Rob Raffety reflects on his personal yoga evolution, the sudden opportunity to lead a wellness event, and how he prepared to guide coworkers through mindful movement. The episode features a full practice run-through—awkward self-talk, forgotten backbends, and all. Whether you're a yoga novice or a workplace wellness advocate, this episode is a gentle reminder that progress matters more than perfection.
Outline:
Welcome & context for the chair yoga challenge
Rob’s yoga journey from skeptic to certified instructor
How remote work & COVID jumpstarted his teaching
Why traditional flow wouldn’t work for the office
Collaborating with a pro to design the class
Practice run-through: breath work, lower body, upper body, standing series
Reflections on leading, learning, and showing up anyway
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