Yoga Solutions Podcast for Mindfulness & Transformation

Welcome back to the Yoga Solutions Podcast! Today, I have a wonderful conversation with Angie Tiwari. Angie is the inspiring founder of Unearthed Platform, a space dedicated to championing South Asian representation and decolonizing wellness, where you can practice with all Indian yoga teachers.   In this episode, Angie and I delve into the subtle yet profound power of mudras, or hand gestures. We...

Welcome back to the Yoga Solutions podcast. I'm thrilled to share this episode where I connect with the insightful Tejal Patel. Tejal is a yoga teacher, community organizer, and the host of the "Yoga is Dead" podcast.  She's dedicated to uplifting BIPOC wellness and expanding the vision of authentic yoga, working to decolonize and decentralize yoga with a focus on South Asian and BIPOC voices and...

Welcome to another episode of the Yoga Solutions Podcast! For this episode, I'm joined by the insightful Linda Sparrowe: a yoga teacher of teachers, mentor, writing coach, former editor of Yoga International and Yoga Journal, and author of several beloved yoga books.  Linda masterfully blends wisdom, humor, and practical guidance in her work.   This episode tackles a common question: the idea that...

Welcome back to Yoga Solutions! Today, we explore how clarity is a threat to domination with guest Melissa Shah, yoga therapist and founder of Find Your Breath. Melissa shares how cultivating inner clarity helps us challenge systems that depend on our confusion, drawing on her work making yoga and Ayurveda accessible and adaptable.   Melissa reframes clarity as an ongoing process rather than a des...

Hello and welcome back to Yoga Solutions! This episode tackles a vital question: How do we stop confusing strong feelings for intuition? I'm joined by the insightful Dr. Gail Parker, psychologist, yoga educator, and author, renowned for blending psychology, yoga, and meditation for well-being and healing race-based stress and trauma. Dr. Parker guides us in discerning the difference between strong...

Welcome back to Yoga Solutions! Today’s episode, inspired by my new book Ignite Your Yoga, explores how to transform your practice into a powerful force for change. We'll move beyond seeing yoga as just an escape and dive into becoming 'agents of spiritual possibility'—using yoga's principles like truth and compassion to meet life's challenges and make a difference.     Discover foundational tools...

For this episode, I’m so excited to welcome Carrie Hoffman, a deeply inspiring yoga teacher, recovery advocate, and co-founder of Bigger Life Adventures. Carrie brings her heart and lived experience to the practice, creating trauma-informed yoga spaces and transformational retreats that guide people toward healing, connection, and a more joyful life.    Our conversation is a rich exploration of th...

In today's episode of Yoga Solutions, I connect with the inspiring Emily Haight, a dedicated yoga teacher who has been guiding students of all ages since 2016. With a passion for making yoga accessible to everyone, Emily specializes in adaptive yoga for teens and young adults with special needs, as well as yoga programs in elementary schools. Her work focuses on the social-emotional well-being of...

In today’s episode of Yoga Solutions, I’m thrilled to welcome Meera Dhawan, a powerful voice in the yoga and mental health space. As the founder of True to Yoga, Meera bridges ancient yogic wisdom with modern mental health practices, offering trauma-informed teachings rooted in pranayama, the koshas, and deep yogic philosophy.   We dive into the Panchakosha model—the five layers of being—and how i...

In today’s episode of Yoga Solutions, I’m joined by the radiant Malaika Vida, an incredible teacher and movement artist dedicated to guiding people towards nervous system harmony and embodied joy. Malaika brings a wealth of knowledge from her journey, combining the grounding practices of yoga with the playfulness of AcroYoga and a trauma-informed approach to movement. With a background that spans...

In today’s episode. I’m so excited to connect with the amazing Diandra Marizet Esparza—poet, cultural writer, and ecofeminist. Diandra is the co-founder of Intersectional Environmentalist, a movement that’s transforming the way we approach environmentalism by weaving together intersectionality, storytelling, and community-led solutions. Her work is a powerful blend of education, advocacy, and libe...

In this episode, I connect with the compassionate and insightful Diana May to explore how yoga can support healthy aging, pain management, and profound life transitions. Diana, a somatic movement and anatomy specialist, shares her unique approach to integrating traditional yoga wisdom with modern somatic and neurological techniques, offering a deeply personalized and healing path for her clients....

In today’s episode of Yoga Solutions, I reflect on the essence of spiritual connection as we move into a new year. Together, we explore how yoga can deepen our bonds—with ourselves, our communities, and the earth—while nurturing resilience and transformation in our lives.   I discuss the Sanskrit concept of Kalyanamitra—spiritual friendship—and how it can guide us toward building stronger, more me...

In today’s episode of Yoga Solutions, I have the pleasure of speaking with Kat Heagberg, a yoga teacher, writer, and advocate for inclusivity in the practice. Together, we discuss how yoga can be a powerful tool for cultivating joy, embracing diversity, and fostering self-discovery.    Kat opens up about her personal journey with ADHD, rejection-sensitive dysphoria, and perfectionism, offering hea...

In today’s episode of Yoga Solutions, I connect with Sangeeta Lerner, a yoga teacher, social justice activist, and the visionary behind Annapurna House. Sangeeta’s work integrates yoga, anti-oppression, and community care, creating spaces for repair, restoration, and collective well-being. She brings her lived experiences as a creative director turned yoga teacher, a survivor of personal trauma, a...

In today’s episode of Yoga Solutions, I speak with Daniel Chandranayagam, a deeply compassionate yoga teacher, writer, and fitness professional who specializes in bringing yoga’s grounding presence to those facing significant life challenges. With a background spanning personal training and extensive yoga instruction, Daniel has devoted much of his life to teaching yoga as a means of support, espe...

In today’s episode of Yoga Solutions, I have the pleasure of connecting with Alysia Makhani, a compassionate and skilled integrative health nurse, therapeutic yoga teacher, and the visionary founder of Flor Verde Healing. With a deep commitment to holistic wellness, Alysia draws from her expertise in health and therapeutic practices to guide patients and clients alike toward greater balance and he...

In today’s episode of Yoga Solutions, I guide you through practical yoga techniques to help manage election anxiety and related stress. Whether you’re feeling tightness in your chest, struggling with sleeplessness, or simply overwhelmed by the weight of the world, this episode is here to remind you that you are not alone. These physical and emotional signs of anxiety reflect the imbalance in the w...

For today's episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Monica Bright to explore how yoga can address chronic pain and deepen our connection to our bodies. Monica brings her extensive background in education and movement modalities to her yoga practice, enriching her teachings with a unique focus on body awareness and intentional movement.   Monica shares her journey from being an elementary scho...

Welcome back to another episode of the Yoga Solutions Podcast. For today's episode, I had the pleasure of connecting with Raina LaGrand, a remarkable trauma therapist and yoga teacher who specializes in somatic approaches to psychotherapy. Raina is passionate about helping people, particularly those who are multiracial or multicultural, find a sense of belonging in their bodies and identities. Her...

In today’s episode, I am beyond honored to connect with the visionary, Valarie Kaur. Valarie is a celebrated civil rights activist, lawyer, filmmaker, and author of the acclaimed book "See No Stranger: A Memoir and Manifesto of Revolutionary Love." Her life’s work revolves around her Revolutionary Love Project, which seeks to reclaim love as a force for social justice, healing, and transformation....

In this episode of the Yoga Solutions Podcast, we dive into a crucial and timely discussion on how yoga can serve as a powerful tool for navigating the intense and challenging times surrounding elections, particularly in the face of rising fascism and ongoing genocides. As we confront these heavy topics, I invite you to explore with me how yoga’s principles, rooted in ancient wisdom, can empower u...

In today’s episode, I discuss the profound ways yoga can support us in navigating anxiety. Drawing from my own journey through school and college, where anxiety was a constant companion, I share how yoga became a sanctuary and a powerful tool for healing.   By embracing asana practices, engaging in breath work, and shifting our focus towards service and empathy, we can find substantial relief from...

In this episode of Yoga Solutions, I connect with the incredible Sarah Ezrin to dive deep into the intersection of yoga, mental health, and motherhood. Sarah, a long-time yoga teacher, writer, and now a maternal mental health advocate, shares her journey and how yoga has been a pivotal part of her life, especially through the transformative experiences of becoming a mother and dealing with postpar...

In today’s episode of Yoga Solutions, I have the honor of hosting the inspiring Jaz Hines. Jaz is the visionary founder of the Amplify and Activate Summit, the pioneering event dedicated to highlighting and uplifting BIPOC and LGBTQ voices. This groundbreaking summit emphasized the powerful intersection of yoga, self-care, and social justice, redefining the practice as a catalyst for personal and...