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In this thought-provoking episode, join Cynthia Hauk as she discusses her meditation, art, and her upcoming workshop: "Art as Meditation." The conversation explores the connection of artistic expression and mindfulness and how Cynthia has created an approachable method to bring the two together. Perfect for anyone interested in exploring the intersection of mindful expression and meditative art, Cynthia provides valuable insight that can inspire you to begin your own creative journey.

In this enlightening podcast, join Nischala Joy Devi and Kamala Rose as they discuss their upcoming book, "A Woman's Gita," set to be published in 2025. The conversation delves into the transformative power of the Bhagavad Gita and how they have reinterpreted this ancient text to highlight the role of the divine feminine. Nischala and Kamala share their insights on why modernizing the Gita to speak to women's unique spiritual experiences is essential in today's world, and how this version of the Gita empowers readers to connect with their inner wisdom and strength. Perfect for anyone interested in the intersection of ancient teachings and modern spirituality, this podcast offers a fresh, feminine perspective on one of the most revered texts in Eastern philosophy.

In today's insightful episode of our podcast, where we have the pleasure of hosting renowned yoga teachers Sheri Fisher and Lori Holdan. Join us as they delve into the third pillar of their transformative Root to Rise Yoga Teaching Method: Connection. In this enlightening conversation, Sheri and Lori share their expertise and explore the profound impact of connection in the realm of yoga teaching. Discover how cultivating meaningful connections with students can enhance their practice, foster a supportive community, and deepen their overall yoga experience. Gain valuable insights into practical techniques for fostering connection, building rapport, and creating a safe and inclusive space for students to thrive. Whether you're a seasoned yoga teacher or just starting your teaching journey, this podcast episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their teaching skills and create transformative experiences for their students. Tune in and unlock the power of connection in your yoga teaching journey.

Hey friends! Today my guest is Christine Rupnick McIntosh, a yoga teacher and City Councilwoman in Euclid, Ohio who has focused on introducing police to the concept of yoga and mindfulness as well as working with local administration and consulting with mental health experts to bring a tailored wellness program that can compliment the PD’s current peer-to-peer counseling and EAP benefits. If you are local to the Cleveland area, she teaches FREE yoga classes once a month at Sims Park Beach in Euclid (July 17th & August 21st). Hope you enjoy the episode, be well!

Hey friends! Todays guest is Jaime Boswell, a yoga therapist and owner of Whole Soul Wellness Yoga. Jaime is super passionate about sharing the transformative and healing practices of yoga with people in a way that honors varying physical abilities, injuries, and challenges that arise along the journey of life. She partners with like-minded teachers to bring classes and retreats which offer a welcoming place for middle-aged and older adults to explore self-empowering, accessible and adaptive practices rooted in the wisdom teachings of yoga.

For more information on Jaime, check out her website! 

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Today’s guest is Kit Ontko,  a newly retired Occupational Therapist from the Cleveland Clinic who is also a yoga and Reiki practitioner. Kit has applied her tools as an occupational therapist and yoga instructor to create some workshops centralized around yoga and insomnia. You can learn more about Kit and her offerings at https://www.wellnesskityoga.com 

I hope you enjoyed this conversation with Kit! As always don’t forget to share, review and subscribe. Be well friends

Today’s guest is Kristen Biharry, who is certified to teach basic Yoga Nidra, progressed/advanced Yoga Nidra and therapeutic applications of Yoga Nidra. Her teacher training includes study in ethics, Yoga Nidra modifications and adaptations, and Yoga Nidra for special needs and trauma.

Twenty years after her first Yoga Nidra experience, she’s bringing those benefits to businesses in Manhattan via Vyll, originally formed as her consulting practice, now the entity by which she teaches Yoga Nidra in the workplace, a full-circle symmetry of sorts. With many of our family and friends heading back to work, we have a great conversation, of how Yoga Nidra could be applied in a workplace setting. 

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My Village Yoga was founded on the idea that the benefits of yoga should be shared with everyone throughout the Cleveland community, regardless of age, body type, race, religion, or fitness level.

A 2014 certified  yoga instructor and yoga therapist since February 2020, My Village Yoga’s Founder, Kimberly Archibald Russell, began practicing prenatal yoga in 2000. As principal yoga instructor, Kimberly specializes in adapting yoga poses and sequences to provide an enjoyable and beneficial experience for men, women and children of any body type, age or flexibility level.

We talk to today about her journey with yoga, and she enlightens us on the practice of Kemetic yoga. 

My Village Yoga offers FREE virtual yoga classes weekly sign up for those classes here and visit her website for more information of all My Village Yoga's offerings. 

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Today's guest is another one of my teachers, Cathy Prescott, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT, AHC. Cathy is a graduate and senior faculty member of the Professional Integrative Yoga Therapist program. She has been teaching since 1999 and brings more than 40 years of yoga study to her classes along with additional qualifications in Ayurveda, meditation, remedial massage, vedic counseling, clinical aromatherapy, and Reiki. Cathy is the cofounder of Dharma Kshetra Yoga which offers in-depth programs for yoga students and professionals. Her private yoga therapy practice focuses on helping individuals and small groups develop complementary programs for meeting their wellness objectives. 

I invite you to check out the various offerings available online with Cathy, by going to the website -  Dharma Kshetra Yoga.

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Today’s guest is Dawn Rivers, owner of Daybreak Yoga in Bedford, Ohio.  Dawn discusses her yoga journey which began in 1999 when she starting practicing with a Rodney Yee VHS yoga videotape. 

In 2013, she became a 200-hour certified yoga teacher through Cleveland Yoga, and in 2019, Dawn completed her 300-hour yoga teacher training with Faith Hunter at Embrace Yoga DC. Her studio, Daybreak Yoga opened in October 2018. In addition to offering daily classes at Daybreak Yoga, Dawn hosts yoga teacher training, mindfulness and yoga workshops, collaborative projects, and a mentorship program. 

To check out Dawn's offerings in studio or online - I would love for you to check out her website.

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