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April 25, 2025 90 mins

In this episode of the Yin Yoga podcast, I sit down with Norman Blair to explore the expansive world of Yin Yoga.

We delve into Norman's Yoga journey, from his initial introduction to yoga in the early 1990s, his transition into teaching, and his passion for Yin Yoga.

Whether you're a Yin Yoga enthusiast or a yoga teacher looking to deepen your practice, our lengthy, informal, and heartfelt conversation will provide valuable insights.

00:00 Introduction to the Yin Yoga Podcast

01:22 Meet Our Guest: Norman Blair

01:39 Listener Review and Personal Anecdotes

02:26 Norman Blair's Yoga Journey

04:57 Discovering Yin Yoga

08:53 Teaching and Practicing Yin Yoga

16:38 The Importance of Personal Practice

20:57 Challenges and Insights in Yoga Teaching

22:49 The Role of Critical Thinking in Yoga

24:11 The Evolution of Yoga Practices

34:35 Writing and Teaching Yin Yoga

48:07 Understanding Trauma Responses in Teaching 49:53 The Journey of Writing a Book

53:58 The Importance of Collaboration in Writing

55:08 The Value of Diverse Yoga Training

01:03:09 Balancing Inner and Outer Work

01:08:10 The Joy and Challenges of Yin Yoga

01:17:48 The Fluidity of Yoga Practice

01:28:49 Closing Thoughts and Reflections

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