In this episode, you will gain a deeper understanding of what yoga is, the significance of self-talk and its profound connection to self-acceptance, and how we can foster a supportive community that cultivates love, compassion, and unity. Get to the root cause of the obstacles that prevent us from fully embracing ourselves and others with me and Marsha McNeight.

Key Takeaways:

• What is Yoga? – When we think of yoga, we usually imagine people bending their bodies in different ways. But yoga is about more than just physical poses. It’s truly about learning to calm and concentrate the mind.

• Ashtanga Yoga – It is a type of yoga that is known for its vigor. It’s like hitting two birds with one stone—you’re getting a physical workout while also finding some mental Zen.

• Beyond Postures and Colonization – Yoga has a rich history and deep meaning in its original culture. But when something, like yoga, gets taken out of its original culture and used differently, it loses a piece of itself. 

• The Power of Letting Go – Pushing through injuries, both physical and mental, becomes a common narrative. However, within the discipline of yoga lies a paradoxical truth: the importance of pausing, pulling back, and simply being.

• Embracing Positive Self-talk – Self-talk and self-acceptance are inseparable components of our inner well-being that shape our perceptions of ourselves and the world around us. 

• Cultivating Self-Love and Compassion – At its core, self-love is about nurturing a positive relationship with oneself, which forms the foundation for healthy interpersonal connections and a fulfilling life.

Helpful Resource:

• Five Essential Goals of Yoga – Yoga’s transformative journey toward inner peace and holistic well-being is guided by five essential goals—faith, vigor, memory, absorption, and discernment—forming the cornerstone of its practice.

Notable Highlights:

“Yoga is about quieting the mind or focusing the mind.”

“Now more than ever, we are distracted and our mental health suffers so people need practice to help them with their minds.”

“One of the reasons that we associate yoga with postures is its colonization.”

About Marsha McNeight

Meet Marsha, the heart and soul behind Balance Yoga. With a background in exercise science from GSU, Marsha’s journey into the world of yoga began shortly after graduation, when she discovered the transformative power of Ashtanga yoga. Drawn to its discipline, strength, and ability to provide clarity, she knew instantly that this ancient practice would be a lifelong pursuit of peace and contentment. Marsha’s passion for yoga evolved into a career when she accepted a teaching position, marking the beginning of her mission to share the profound benefits of yoga with others. Co-owning Balance Yoga since 2005 and becoming its sole owner in 2014, Marsha has dedicated herself to creating a space where students can not only practice yoga but also find sanctuary from anxiety, stress, and the challenges of everyday life.

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