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Staying Open: Embracing Feedback and Continuous Learning

Igniting a Cycle of Growth and Inspiration: The Role of Feedback and Ongoing Education in the Journey of a Yoga Teacher Embarking on the path of a yoga teacher is often driven by a passion for personal practice and a desire to share that passion with others. However, the journey doesn’t end once you’ve earned […]

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Decoding Doula Income: Exploring Paths to Financial Wellness

Decoding Doula Income: Exploring Paths to Financial Wellness    We connected with one doula representing each of the primary career paths: agency employee, contractor doula (primarily working with agencies), and independent doula (mainly self-employed). They provided us with details on their income, hourly rates, pension contributions, and more. While our sample size is limited to

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Dharma, Destiny… Reflections on Stephen Cope’s Advanced Yoga Philosophy course

By Courtney Elmes   Sometimes (or perhaps it is all the time?) the Universe aligns in mysterious ways. Synchronicities lead us down a path that doesn’t seem clear or make sense – yet it just feels right, something deep within our knowing, that we can’t quite put a finger on but seems to be guiding

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Why is Understanding Pelvic Floor Anatomy Essential?

Understanding the anatomy of the pelvic floor during pregnancy is more than just a technical skill for yoga teachers—it’s a gateway to empowering expectant mothers through one of the most transformative periods of their lives.   Here are seven reasons why this knowledge is essential:   1. Supports Physical Health The pelvic floor muscles are

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Building a Safer Space: Creating Trauma-Informed Yoga Environments

How can we build safer spaces and create trauma-informed environments? In the world of yoga, creating a safe and inclusive space goes beyond the physical arrangement of mats and the choice of soothing music. For trauma-informed yoga, the environment becomes a crucial element in the healing journey. As yoga teachers and space holders we can

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Cultivating Cultural Appreciation of Yoga

Yoga is a practice that has transcended borders and gained immense popularity worldwide. However, as we practice and explore this ancient tradition, it is crucial to cultivate cultural appreciation and understanding for yoga’s roots. By recognizing and respecting yoga’s origins, we can honor the rich heritage it holds and practice authentically and respectfully. So, how can

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The Harmony of Embodied Education and Yoga Teaching: A Path to Holistic Learning

In a world where the demands of modern education often prioritize cognitive development, the holistic approach of embodied education coupled with yoga teaching has emerged as a profound means of nurturing the complete learner.   This dynamic combination promotes a deeper connection between the mind and body, fostering not only academic growth but also emotional

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How Ahimsa / Earth Loving is Your Yoga Practice?

By Courtney Elmes   Yoga is inherently connected to the Earth: some of the very asanas themselves are based on forms found throughout nature. Reading ‘Myths of the Asanas’ by Alanna Kaivalya and Arjuna van der Kooij recently inspires me all the more to continue delving deeper into the origins, finding inspiration everywhere as the

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200 HR Yoga Teacher Training Retreat in Mexico: Find Transformation, Meaning, and Community

The choice to become a yoga teacher is one made with a deep passion and commitment to a life-long practice. Your 200-hr foundational yoga instructor training is just one of the first chapters in your journey, and many new teaching students find that a retreat format lays an incredibly meaningful foundation for their yoga education.

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