Summary:
In this conversation, Lisa Davis interviews Brett Larkin, a distinguished yoga teacher and author of the book 'Yoga Life'. They discuss the importance of yoga beyond just physical poses and the role of breathwork in yoga practice. Brett shares her struggles and epiphany during a challenging period in her life and how it led her to explore the deeper aspects of yoga. They also touch on the significance of Ayurveda in personalizing yoga practice and the three foundational beliefs of yoga. The conversation concludes with a discussion on designing a personalized yoga ritual and the use of a worksheet to guide the process. In this conversation, Lisa Davis and Brett Larkin discuss the deeper aspects of yoga beyond aesthetics. They explore the importance of introspection and stretching to become the best version of oneself. They also delve into the therapeutic sensation of yoga and how to differentiate it from skeletal limitations. The conversation highlights the cultivation of a relationship with the higher self through meditation. Finally, they emphasize the significance of indulging in what one wants while transitioning to what one truly needs in yoga practice.
Takeaways
- Yoga goes beyond aesthetics and focuses on introspection and personal growth.
- Therapeutic sensation in yoga is different from skeletal limitations and requires awareness and breathwork.
- Meditation allows for the observation of thoughts and cultivates a relationship with the higher self.
- In yoga practice, it is important to indulge in what one wants while transitioning to what one truly needs.
Chapters00:00Introduction and Personal Experience with Yoga
02:03Struggles and Epiphany
04:04Yoga Beyond Poses
05:08The Importance of Breathwork
07:37Three Foundational Beliefs of Yoga
10:40Significance of 'Be Good How You Are'
12:10Ayurveda and Personalization
15:50Yoga Sutras and Yoga in Action
19:38Designing a Personalized Yoga Ritual
27:54Uplifted Yoga Personal Practice Worksheet
31:05Yoga Beyond Aesthetics
34:28Stretching and Introspection
37:27Therapeutic Sensation vs Skeletal Limitation
40:47Cultivating a Relationship with the Higher Self
45:45Indulging in What You Want and Transitioning to What You Need
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