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Podcasts, music, and audio recommendations from Boulder Yoga Studio teachers. Deepen your practice with curated listening for yoga philosophy, movement, and mindful living.
Better Yoga Podcast: Everything Is Open Source: Nevine Michaan, Founder of Katonah Yoga®
In this episode of the Better Yoga podcast, Kari Harendorf interviews Nevine Michaan, the founder of the Katonah Yoga® method. They discuss the transformative power of yoga, the importance of daily practice, and the integration of various yoga traditions. Nevine shares her personal journey in yoga, emphasizing the significance of breath work, gratitude, and the use of metaphors in deepening one's practice. The conversation highlights how yoga can be a tool for personal growth and connection to the universe. In this conversation, Nevine Michaan and Kari Harendorf explore the intricate relationship between health, creativity, and self-responsibility through the lens of yoga and personal growth. They discuss the importance of adapting ancient practices to modern life, the significance of community in healing, and the interplay between personal and great nature. The dialogue emphasizes the need for balance, structure, and resilience in daily practices, while also highlighting the joy of self-cultivation and the art of time management.
Better Yoga Podcast: Breath and Gravity Are Always Free: Dages Juvelier Keates
In this episode of the Better Yoga Podcast, host Kari Harendorf interviews Dages Juvelier Keates, a senior Katonah Yoga® teacher, writer, and somatic educator. They discuss the evolution of Dages's personal yoga practice, her journey to Katonah Yoga®, and the influence of her academic background on her teaching. The conversation delves into the role of metaphor in teaching, the use of props in practice, and the significance of mythological themes. Dages shares insights about her latest project, Breath Magic, and emphasizes the importance of somatics and embodiment in yoga and life. The episode concludes with reflections on community, connection, and the meaning of home in the body.
"Soulcraft: Crossing into the Mysteries of Nature and Psyche" by Bill Plotkin
A guide to discovering your soul's purpose through nature-based practices and depth psychology. Plotkin weaves together wilderness rites of passage, Jungian psychology, and earth-centered spirituality to help you uncover who you truly are beneath your conditioning. For anyone seeking transformation beyond the mat.