Yoga Therapy

Join Yoga to Cope board members and NYU cohort classmates Mel Fielding (they/she) and Kala MacDonald (she/her) on a BONUS episode of Yoga Therapy! There is a LOT to get into, and it all boils down to chatting about two brand new live offerings from YTC: a weekly Grief Processing and Psychoed support group led by Kala, and a Death Club led by Mel. Join these two self-proclaimed yappers for two hour...

What even is existentialism? How does this relate to real life, and also to counseling in ways that may be helpful or supportive as we all navigate this chaotic global landscape? Join host Kala MacDonald for this month's podcast to talk all about existentialism, to note PTSD awareness, and to dive into mindfulness related to grief and death. Plus -- We have aTWO new weekly, live virtual groups com...

We have a NEW weekly, LIVE virtual group called "Mindfulness 101" happening every Tuesday @7PM EST, so what better time to dig into what even is mindfulness? Why is it important or helpful? What are some ways to practice mindfulness in everyday life? Tune in to learn all of this and more, plus hear a major admission from Kala about this month's book club ;) FUNDRAISING: gofundme.com/yogatocope Yog...

We are here to talk about manifestation, but with a twist. Are you into this practice? Do you think it's total bullshit? Has there ever been a time in your life where you manifested something? We're here today to discuss this over-used word and under-utilized life practice from the prospective of you as the agent of action and change. What is the life you want to life, where are you now, and how d...

Have you ever been cheated on? Cheated yourself? Have you ever wondered about the lack of communication or consent around cheating in heteronormative relationships versus the very upfront, on-the-table discussion that happens around cheating in polyamorous relationships? If you're cheated on, do you stay or do you go? It's a sensitive, complex topic, and we're wearing all hats today -- personal an...

Have you ever wondered where any negative beliefs, thoughts, or feelings about your self-image came from, especially talking to you women? Has the political landscape of the world left you feeling totally desensitized? What is self image and how can we heal our relationship with self and each other? Join host Kala MacDonald as she details the complicated relationship with self-image and Self, and...

There was more to say! How has attachment, non-attachment, and discernment between the two helped IRL when it comes to big pivots, breakups, and letting go of old dreams? Join host Kala MacDonald as she details **even more** regarding the basics of a favorite of the yogic yamas and niyamas -- non-attachment, aka aparigraha -- to address how we often express attachment in our personal lives, relati...

Do you find yourself experiencing attachment to people, titles, things that are no longer serving you? Have you ever wondered what life could be like if we all worked from a better ethical code? What is attachment, non-attachment, and how do these ethical concepts play out in real life in positive and negative ways? Join host Kala MacDonald as she details the basics of a favorite of the yogic yama...

Have you ever found yourself stuck in the monotonous daily pattern that looks something like: work, eat, watch TV, sleep, rinse and repeat? Or in the pattern of dating the same type of person over and over again despite feeling unsatisfied? Avoiding the gym despite wanting to focus on your bodily health more? Join host Kala MacDonald as she details the basic neurobiology that answers why we often...

We're so back. Join your host Kala MacDonald -- the self-proclaimed "queen of the pivot" -- as she details starting over in all the ways; school and work, love life, home city, and more. Plus, get into some cheeky AMA questions, a sneak peek at what's upcoming with Yoga to Cope, and end with an education on + guided practice of yoga to cope with: stress and anxiety. -- Yoga Therapy is the podcast...

Host Kala MacDonald acknowledges National PTSD Awareness Day with some fresh insights regarding PTSD after hearing from author Mark Lilly in her "Yoga, Mindfulness, and Social Change" 100hr. Certification program. YOGA TO COPE IS A 501(c)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION AIMING TO PROVIDE COMPLETELY FREE, ONLINE, YOGA-BASED RESOURCES FOR PEOPLE COPING WITH TRAUMA, PRE-TRAUMA, GRIEF, DEPRESSION, AND THE L...

Happy International Day of Yoga! (June 21) Join host Kala MacDonald as she welcomes her dear friend and epically talented yoga colleague Dan Novoa onto the podcast to celebrate PRIDE and to discuss Dan's upcoming life adventure, his entry into the yoga world, and so so much more. Please use the links below to further connect with Dan, or to take a YTT with Zuna Yoga in beautiful Bali: Insta: www....

If you're a regular listener of the YTC podcast, we bet Ashley Mays is a familiar name to you as she was a former podcast guest as part of our "Tough Women, Tough Stories" series where she candidly shared her breast cancer diagnosis with our community. Tune in today, in honor of National Cancer Survivors Day, to hear how her treatment is going and what is next for Ashley and her family! Insta: www...

Host Kala MacDonald is here in all of her astrological retrograde moon shifting and discomfort to triple underline that notion that we should all be better about setting boundaries, of both the silent and the out-loud variety. Tune in for examples of boundary setting in her past couple weeks, how you can start setting your own boundaries today, and WHY this is so important for each of our mental w...

Host Kala MacDonald welcomes Stephanie Spence to the Yoga to Cope podcast! Stephanie, who has been practicing yoga for over 40 years in 60 countries, is the award-winning author of her book "Yoga Wisdom", a yoga educator, an activist, a feminist, and so much more. She and Kala met while pursuing their Master's degrees in Yoga Studies, and dive into topics including yoga as a healing modality, how...

Host Kala MacDonald opens up about an ongoing personal struggle with anxiety and panic attacks in this new XL mini episode. Please tune in with care. YOGA TO COPE IS A 501(c)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION AIMING TO PROVIDE COMPLETELY FREE, ONLINE, YOGA-BASED RESOURCES FOR PEOPLE COPING WITH TRAUMA, PRE-TRAUMA, GRIEF, DEPRESSION, AND THE LIKE. VISIT US ON THE WEB AT yogatocope.org TO BROWSE ALL CURRENT...

Welcome a mini episode celebrating and acknowledging Children's Mental Health Awareness (May 6) -- host Kala MacDonald is here to give you some insights regarding how and why it's so key to introduce mental health and wellness tips, tricks, and techniques early and often, and offers a few examples of things that have worked and been welcomed with the kiddos in her life. Think: color breathing, bod...

The does-it-all star J Harrison Ghee is here! J joins us on the podcast to talk about mental health during the pandemic, how he stays light amidst even the darkest and most stressful of times, and shares way too many insightful nuggets throughout the conversation to count. Get ready to get inspired by this beautiful human being, inside and out, and please use the links below to further connect wit...

Hey hi hello! Kala is here with a mini episode discussing meditation seats, why they matter, and how to try a few one next time you want to sit down for a practice. Don't forget Yoga to Cope offers a library of FREE, downloadable breath mediations on our website for you to use, link below: YOGA TO COPE IS A 501(c)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION AIMING TO PROVIDE COMPLETELY FREE, ONLINE, YOGA-BASED RESO...

Kala is here with today's mini episode discussing the so-called journey back to normalcy post-pandemic. What does it even mean? Tune in for her hot take on this controversial and cliché topic. YOGA TO COPE IS A 501(c)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION AIMING TO PROVIDE COMPLETELY FREE, ONLINE, YOGA-BASED RESOURCES FOR PEOPLE COPING WITH TRAUMA, PRE-TRAUMA, GRIEF, DEPRESSION, AND THE LIKE. VISIT US ON THE...

It's the month of March and that means it's Women's History Month and International Women's Day. We thought who better to have join the Yoga to Cope podcast for this month's conversation than co-creator of the Ladygang, author, Emmy winning TV Personality, host, and Canadian gals gal Keltie Knight! Keltie is here to talk about forging her own professional path in an effort to be her own boss and b...

Hello and welcome to a post-Skill in Action workshop mini episode where Kala will break down the standout messages from today's 3-hour workshop with S.I.A. workshop facilitators Mika and Ty. Recording is available if you wanted to attend but were unable to do so live - just ask! As well, Yoga to Cope is raising awareness for PRIDE in 2021 as we head toward summer, and we are raising money for Nati...

Happy International Women's Day, though bear in mind this episode's message is to everyone. Tune in to hear how a candle inspired today's theme and call-to-action.

Pre-trauma: What does it mean and why is in in our mission statement? Yoga to Cope founder Kala MacDonald discusses the term, why it's included, and poses a call-to-action for our wonderful community members. Are we reaching you? How can we better serve and educate? Feel free to email, DM, call, or otherwise reach out to us to share your story! YOGA TO COPE IS A 501(c)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION AI...

We would like to offer a trigger warning as some of the topics discussed in this episode include gun violence and sexual assault/molestation. Please tune in with care. Please give a warm welcome to Arjuna O'Neal! Arjuna is the founder of nonprofit organization Share Necessities, does Elevated Mindset Coaching, and is an educator and speaker among other things. He is also consulting on some upcomin...