Summary

In this episode, Lauren discusses the intersection of yoga and civic engagement, specifically voting. She explores how the principles of yoga, such as ahimsa (non-harm), satya (truthfulness), and swadhyaya (self-study), can be embodied through the act of voting. Lauren emphasizes the importance of voting as a way to reduce harm, promote well-being, and contribute to the greater good. She also highlights the concepts of karma yoga (selfless action) and union, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all beings and the impact of individual actions on the collective. Lauren encourages listeners to engage in mindful voting and to align their choices with their yogic principles and values.

Takeaways

• Voting is a way for yogis to engage civically and be active participants in the world.
• The principles of yoga, such as ahimsa and satya, can be embodied through the act of voting by choosing policies and representatives that reduce harm and promote truth.
• Voting is a reflection of unity and interconnectedness, as individual actions have an impact on the collective.
• Engaging in mindful voting and aligning choices with yogic principles and values can contribute to creating a more just and peaceful society.

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In this episode, Lauren breaks down the pose Adho Mukha Svanasana, or downward facing dog. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the energy and purpose of the pose, which is spinal decompression. Lauren provides five tips to elevate your downward facing dog, including using your hands correctly, finding external rotation through the upper arms, maintaining a neutral pelvis, and using props for support. She also encourages listeners to explore variations of the pose and share their experiences with her.

Takeaways

• Adho Mukha Svanasana, or downward-facing dog, is a pose that provides spinal decompression.
• Understanding the energy and purpose of the pose is important for practicing it correctly.
• Using your hands correctly by spreading the fingers and pressing into the palms helps engage the shoulders and wrists.
• Finding external rotation through the upper arms and engaging the core can help maintain proper alignment.
• Using props, such as a wall, blocks, or blankets, can provide support and help with alignment in the pose.

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In this episode, Lauren Leduc discusses the benefits of traveling for yoga and participating in yoga retreats. She shares her personal experience of how traveling for yoga has deepened her practice and allowed her to connect with different cultures. Lauren highlights the benefits of disconnecting from daily life to reconnect with oneself during a yoga retreat. She also emphasizes the sense of community and personal growth that can be fostered through traveling and participating in retreats. Lauren addresses common obstacles and concerns, such as being a beginner or traveling alone, and provides reassurance and tips for overcoming them. She concludes by inviting listeners to join her upcoming yoga retreat in Portugal.

Takeaways

• Traveling for yoga can deepen your practice and provide a distraction-free environment to focus on yoga.
• Yoga retreats offer varying levels of intensity and can be a combination of practice and cultural experiences.
• Traveling for yoga allows for disconnecting from daily life and going inward, which can be rejuvenating and replenishing.
• Participating in yoga retreats builds a sense of community and fosters deep connections with fellow travelers.
• Traveling for yoga provides opportunities for cultural immersion and personal growth, increasing compassion and connection to humanity.
• Common obstacles, such as being a beginner or traveling alone, can be overcome, and there are resources and support available.
• Investing in a yoga retreat is an investment in oneself and can lead to transformative experiences and better decision-making in daily life.

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