Ep #54: Why Emotions Come Up in Yoga

Going Pro Yoga Podcast - Ein Podcast von Michael Henri, Paul Teodo, Byron de Marsé - Donnerstags

In this podcast episode we are discussing the very intense and powerful topic of emotional release in yoga classes. If you have experienced a huge emotional release in a yoga class as either a teacher or student, or if you’re interested to experience one then make sure to listen to the full episode. We cover how emotions are stored in the body, and the various ways they can be released through yoga practices. Plus importantly we discuss how as a yoga teacher, the way you conduct your classes can lead to these emotional releases or not… Byron also shares his own experience and perspective as both a student and teacher. And also the intellectual and emotional perspectives on why you might experience emotions in your yoga classes. Join us for this dive into a very interesting and stimulating topic! (00:00) Introduction and how emotions and the physical body are linked… (03:25) Yoga is one method of releasing stored trauma (04:56) Acceptance and being seen (06:50) Yoga teachers inadvertently learn to hold space (07:23) Students may perceive you as a teacher in a certain emotional way (08:02) With great power comes great responsibility… (10:35) You don’t always need to be on fire, and you don’t always need to hold space (11:53) Byron’s perspective as a yoga student on emotional release (12:52) The intellectual or emotional perspective (14:51) Slowing down or pushing through, what would you respond to? (16:53) This was just the tip of the iceberg, and we will go deeper in the future --- SPECIAL OFFER: Become a founding member of the much anticipated Going Pro Yoga Platform! A sneak peak of what’s inside: The first EVER Priority Cueing System for over 120 yoga poses, with over 300 variations and modifications, to refine your teaching The first EVER Sequencing Vault with over 70 videos to plug-in-play and create your own sequences in minutes. The first EVER Injury Management and Injury Prevention Program for Yoga Teachers from yours truly And so much more.. When you become a founding member, you'll NEVER have to pay a monthly subscription, you'll get access for life, and you'll receive all updates and addons. The perks of being the first ones in the door! Add your name and email to the waitlist and be the first one in the door! I want to Join the waitlist and become a founding member! --- PODCAST DETAILS: This podcast is dedicated to aspiring yoga teachers who want to develop their craft with integrity and authenticity. Co-hosted by Michael Henri, Paul Teodo and Byron de Marsé Send us an email Send us a voice-note comment/question

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