From Yoga Student to Yoga Teacher: The Fundamental Shifts
When you begin your yoga teacher training journey, one of the most important things you learn is that not everyone is like you. Today we’re talking about one of the most important transformations you’ll experience in your yoga teacher training — the shift from yoga student to yoga teac..read more
Does Yoga Alignment Really Matter?
Unpacking yoga alignment myths.
Hi folks, it’s your senior yoga educator Heather Agnew here, and today we ask the question: Does Yoga Alignment Really Matter? We are going to talk about some of the alignment cues and ideas you might have learned over the years in yoga class - some that you might have even learned from ..read more
Why is yoga anatomy so hard to learn, and how can you make it more joyful?
Learning yoga anatomy can feel surprisingly tough—even for those who are genuinely interested in the subject. It’s not that you’re doing it “wrong” or failing to understand; it’s simply that the human body is wonderfully complex, and there’s a lot to take in. In this video discuss..read more
Living Yoga - Navigating Challenging Times with Yoga Ethics
Some days feel heavier than others, and lately there have been more of those heavy days than I’d like to admit. The political and environmental chaos of the past few years has been deeply disturbing and often quite disorienting - as though the stable ground of the world we’ve known (or, at least thought ..read more
How to Practice Brahmacharya Self-Regulation in Yoga and Daily Life | Yoga Philosophy and Ethics
Brahmacharya is one of the yoga ethics – Yamas – that focus on authentic, mindful living – paying attention to how we think, speak, and act - and, like all the Yamas, mindful of the impact we have on others, our communities, and the planet. In this discussion, I s..read more
How to Practice Satya in Yoga and Daily Life
What does it mean to practice Satya – truthfulness – in yoga and daily life? Truthfulness guides us in speaking, acting, and living authentically, truthfully, and with awareness. Join us for a discussion on yoga philosophy and ethics where we talk about Satya – truthfulness – in our personal relationships, yog..read more
How To Practice Ahimsa in Yoga and Daily Life
What does it mean to practice Ahimsa—non-harming—in yoga and in daily life? Ahimsa isn’t just about avoiding harm. It’s about cultivating kindness, patience, and care—in our words, our thoughts, our actions, and how we show up in the world. Join us for a discussion on yoga philosophy and ethics where we tal..read more
Teaching Yoga: Breath-Led Movement vs Self-Paced Breathing
Exploring Breath-Led Movement vs Self-Paced Breathing in Yoga Class
When should we cue the breath, and when is it better to let students find their own rhythm? In this yoga coaching discussion, we explore the difference between breath-led movement and self-paced b..read more
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome as a Yoga Teacher
Yoga Teachers & Imposter Syndrome: How to Trust Your Teaching Skills
Watch the video discussion, or scroll down for transcript notes, links, and some questions and journaling prompts to guide your own journey in overcoming imposter syndrome and finding confidence and comfort in your role as ..read more
Single Sided Sequencing in Yoga Classes
When, why, and how to sequence single-sided flows in your yoga classes
I asked a question a few weeks ago about single sided sequencing – you know where you flow from one pose to another on one side of the body then the other, like Warrior I, Warrior II, Reverse Warrior, Side Angle etc. - and I really enjoyed hearing..read more