Abundant Yoga Teacher Podcast

Today FB reminded me that six years ago today I received an award from my coach at the time for earning ‘over six figures’ in my business for the year. So what? So this! Five mini lessons that I’ve discovered over the time since. Enjoy! Support this show via Patreon and get access to more goodies here: https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald Looking for more support in 2023? Join the Keep Growing Mast...

This week my Patreon supporters and I are getting together to talk about this film ‘Enlighten Up!’ from 2008. Watching it has reminded me of my interactions with many of the Yoga superstars featured in the doc. So snuggle up, little ones, Grandma has some stories to share! Support this show via Patreon and get access to more goodies here: https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald Learn about my Mastermi...

I had a realisation in my kitchen last night and it involved deep, profound, 1000-year-old philosophy and a certain 80s classic. This one is a ramble: you’re welcome. My 2023 RETREAT and my 1:1 coaching package re both 25% off for the month. Check out these offerings here: Retreat: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/retreats Coaching: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/coaching Book a time to talk about w...

Story time! We’re dipping back into the Mahabharata for a business check in question: are you enduring ‘it could be worse’ when you really want ‘this is awesome’? Where do you need to channel your inner Bhima and go kill a demon or two? My 2023 RETREAT and my 1:1 coaching package re both 25% off for the month. Check out these offerings here: Retreat: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/retreats Coachin...

It’s a strange time in Yogaland and many, many people are tipping in and out of Glani. Having been a Yoga business coach for almost 10 years, I’ve put together three things I want you to be aware of if you are thinking of working with a coach during these uncertain times. Plus, I’ve got 5 questions you should feel confident to ask any coach before you decide to hire them. My 2023 RETREAT and my 1:...

If you' struggle with getting your authentic voice down on the page, you’re in for a treat! We’re going back to 2018 for a redux episode this week to talk all things copy writing from the heart space! Enjoy! Sign up for the ‘All Mats Taken’ Conference here: https://mcdonaldamy--jerrettdigital.thrivecart.com/all-access-pass/6306c21ab0073/ My 2023 RETREAT and my 1:1 coaching package re both 25% off...

This week I’m joined by Erin Lee to celebrate the launch of her new book! Erin is the Founder of The Mindful Yoga School. She leads Yoga teacher training and mediation & mindfulness teacher training programs, retreats, weekly classes and other events, plus featuring at wellbeing-music festivals. Erin is the author of The Little Book of Big Intentions - a brand new, divinely illustrated book th...

Glāni (depression, lethargy, inertia, apathy, cynical pessimism and ‘What’s-the-fcking-point'-ness) can easily arise when we are made uncomfortable with uncertainty. But here’s the thing: none of us ever know what is going to happen next. When we surrender and open to not knowing, anything is possible. Enjoy this ‘rah-rah’ satsang-esque episode! References: Chödrön, Pema (2002) Comfortable with U...

This week I’m joined again by Kate Plummer, one half of @ phoenix.yoga . Kate is a highly experienced senior Yoga teacher teaching from the Viniyoga perspective. Born in the UK she now lives in rural SW France and teaches alongside her husband, Marc. If you have an idea of what a Yoga teacher should be, you'll probably find they don't conform to it! Get Kate’s new e-book for some extra ideas on ho...

This week I’m joined again by Tori Hicks-Glogowski and we are talking competitive Yoga (yes, you read that right), modifications and a bunch of other nerdy goodness. Maybe listen to Part 1 first before getting stuck in to this one. Or not. You do you! Follow Tori here: www.meetmeonyourmat.yoga @meetmeonyourmat.yoga Check out her book on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Views-Podium-Life-Time...

This week I’m sharing some coaching with some of my clients. We’re planning retreats, talking about partnerships and joint ventures and trouble-shooting marketing. This conversation is part of the Patreon-only coaching that happens every month. Come join us! Book a time to talk about working 1:1 with me here: https://go.oncehub.com/45mincoaching Learn more about working 1:1 with me here: https://w...

This week I’m joined by Tori Hicks-Glogowski whose super power is to take a student stuck in the beginner yoga world and move them into something much more challenging and fun, teaching them the foundations and fundamentals to fly, float, and bend in a whole new way to transform not only their practice, but their lives. It’s a VERY fun convo, with more than the usual number of diversions and sideb...

This week I’m joined by Ali Temple, global yoga teacher, retreat leader, energy healer, and yoga teacher mentor. Ali talks generously about her experience moving from having ‘made it’ in the LA Yoga scene to a life of travel and establishing herself as a ‘location independent’ business woman. Follow Ali on Instagram at @alitempleyoga AND join her free 3-day challenge here: https://signup.alitemple...

On this episode I’ve got three mini lessons that have been churned up out of the milky ocean of coaching conversations with my Grow, Serve & Shine clients. Enjoy! Join me on RETREAT! https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/retreats Looking to make your own simple, super user-friendly all-in-one website? Check out Offering Tree (and scoop up some awesome savings) here: www.offeringtree.com/amy Cloud San...

Paramahansa Yogananda devoted his life to the spread of knowledge about the techniques of Yoga and meditation. His famous work ‘Autobiography of a Yogi’ is arguably the most famous work for seekers and was famously handed out to mourners at the wake of Steve Jobs. In this Episode we’re taking a look at one of his other important offerings, the ‘Lessons’. Digressions include Meghan Markle, me dragg...

This week I’ve got a short story for you that might bring solace if you’re worried you’ve ‘sold out’ to make money. Things are strange right now, lovely, so here’s to a lateral move if its going to get the bills paid! Come meet me on my National Tour! Reserve your place here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/immersions Check out English for Yoga Teachers here: https://engaunite.com/english-for-yoga-...

Today I’m joined by the fabulous Tracy Gray who is sharing her experience as a Yoga teacher and therapist. We talk ASD and Yoga therapy, growing a business over time, becoming an expert, creating curriculum and a bunch more. A great conversation I hope you enjoy. Come meet me on my National Tour! Reserve your place here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/immersions Check out English for Yoga Teachers...

Vāsanā is a behavioural tendency or karmic imprint which influences the present behaviour of a person ( source ). Wondering how to know if Vāsanā is at play in your thinking and behaviour? Here are ten common patterns that may be causing suffering… but with consideration, introspection and compassion, could make for useful inroads! Come meet me on my National Tour! Reserve your place here: ht...

Two clients recently asked me for some tips to conduct sales conversations that didn’t end up leaving either party feeling weirded out or confused. In this Episode I’m sharing 5 ways I’ve discovered to keep my sales calls feeling good for everyone: no manipulation, coercion, weirdness or ick. Nice, eh? Come meet me on my National Tour! Reserve your place here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/immers...

In this Episode I’m sharing some of the conversation and motivation from the very first day of my National Tour, which kicked off last Friday! you’ll hear three clips: You’re just not that special and here’s why Clearing sales and marketing blocks and barriers Inside Amy’s out-of-the-box marketing strategies Come meet me on my National Tour! Reserve your place here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/...

I’m out and about again after a long period of ‘shut-in-ness’, and as an empath I’ve got a bunch of tips and tools that keep me afloat, feeling great and able to serve in a way that feels good to me. I’m sharing a bunch of them with you in this Episode. The book I reference is Orloff, MD, Judith (2017) The Empath’s Survival Guide: Life Strategies for Sensitive People , Sounds True, Boulder, Colora...

This week I’m joined by Annie Dunhof, the Founder of Enga Unite. We talk about having the courage and the skills to teach Yoga in English, when English isn’t your primary language. Annie and I discuss being sensitive to cultural differences when we travel to teach and the importance of understanding our own ‘type’ when it comes to Yoga communications. Find Annie and Enga Unite on Insta at @engauni...

I’m getting back on the road to meet, teach and reconnect with all the Aussie Abundant Yoga Teachers. Have you ever thought about launching and loving your own national tour? Guess what? It’s so much easier than you probably think! In this episode, i’m stepping out the nuts and bolts. Enjoy! Come meet me on my National Tour! Reserve your place here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/immersions Lookin...

In this inspiring conversation with sound healer and teacher Iszabel we talk all things music, sound and creating space for transformation and healing. Learn more about Iszabel’s online training here: https://www.djmysterytomastery.com/ and follow her on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/iszabel.x/ Looking to make your own simple, super user-friendly all-in-one website? Check out Offering...

In this final trip down memory Retreat lane, you’ll experience me coaching a Yoga teacher about her financial goals. It’s a little feisty, but we were 6 days into Retreat at this point and ready for our breakthroughs! TODAY is the last chance to access the Early Bird pricing for the 2023 retreat. Here is the link to reserve your place: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/retreats Looking for more Retre...