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DT 078: Find Your Own Beat with Aria Crescendo Sep 26, 2019

Show notes

Aria Crescendo (@aria.official on Instagram) is a musician, singer, and yoga teacher. Her artistic journey brought her to yoga in 2000, after the demands of her career in the entertainment industry challenged her sense of balance. Aria has headlined at Wanderlust Festivals and has represented brands like Nike, Oysho and Loreal. She is the author of two books, "Le Yoga de Ma Vie " and "The Healthy Book." She spends her time traveling and teaching, while spreading the high vibrations of yoga and music

In this episode you'll hear from Aria on:

[10.28] Creating her own path in life as a singer, musician and motivational yoga teacher. She talks about her love of performing and her early career as a dancer at the Crazy Horse cabaret in Paris.

[14.05] Aria's first transformative experience of yoga in Las Vegas which challenged her preconceptions and lifted her from depression. Her subsequent obsession with the physical aspects of yoga and her growing awareness of the philosophy behind her practice.

[24.25] Life on the road with the Paradiso Girls and how yoga helped Aria to stay healthy and grounded. She credits yoga with keeping her sane at a stressful and turbulent time in her show business career.

[35.24] Aria's transition from pop star to yoga teacher. Her decision to return to France and set up her own yoga studio after living in Los Angeles and teaching celebrity clients such as Ashton Kutcher.

[40.53] How Aria started to incorporate the vibrations of mantras and music into her classes. The release of her new mantra-based pop album and the creation of warrior yoga, a fast-paced fusion that combines the alignment and structure of Iyengar and Ashtanga with the energy of Vinyasa and Power Yoga.

Announcements:

Reconnect to your divine Self this December. Join me and Veronica Lombo on an immersive retreat in Bali: henrywins.com/bali

Join me for upcoming workshops in Texas and New York: henrywins.com/events

Links from this episode:

You Are the Placebo: Making Your Mind Matter by Dr. Joe Dispenza - Grab a copy of Aria's recommended book
Check out Aria's books:
- Le Yoga De Ma Vie
- The Healthy Book
Listen to Aria's album Love is the Answer on Spotify or Youtube

Get in touch with Aria:

https://www.ariusyoga.com/ – Check out Aria's schedule and view upcoming retreats.

Follow @aria.official on Instagram

Support the Podcast:

If you find this podcast valuable you can support it directly by visiting: henrywins.com/donate

Credits:

Music by Momentology (@momentologymusic)

Production and audio engineering by Ease of Mind

DT 077: Say Yes to Connection with Tony Lupinacci Sep 19, 2019

Show notes

Tony Lupinacci recognized the deep cathartic powers of a consistent yoga practice when he started a decade ago and has since made the pursuit of his yogic path a priority. Tony has been teaching for 8 years, completed 7 teacher training courses, and spent countless hours in self-study and practice. His teaching style weaves elements of Ashtanga, Bikram, Forrest, Dharma, and Katonah Yoga. He values breathwork, kriya meditation, and mantra practice and incorporates them into his teaching to help his students better understand themselves.

In this episode, you'll hear from Tony on:

[09.16] The search for his truth and his desire to live it on a daily basis. Tony elaborates on his deep-seated yearning to connect with others, to listen and to share the adventure of life.

[16.08] The experience of practicing and working with a partner who is also a yoga teacher. How it's vital to respect each other's approach and take joy in practicing alongside someone who has a completely different style.

[19.56] The influence of different training methods and how Tony integrates them into his practice and teaching. He challenges established attitudes to alignment and discusses body mapping and Katonah Yoga.

[26.19] Tony explains his decision to leave behind a comfortable life in New York and travel the world as a yoga teacher. He notes the importance of allowing, rather than resisting, in learning to live life to its fullest potential.

[32.09] The spiritual aspect of Tony's practice and how it gives him courage, strength, and guidance. Numerous opportunities arose after Tony learned to surrender, let go, and embrace change.

[38.55] Tony's plans to create a yoga retreat in his ancestral homeland of Puglia, Italy. He shares his excitement about building a space and a community in a beautiful setting where people can come to host their programs and be fully supported and taken care of.

Announcements:

Reconnect to your divine Self this December. Join me and Veronica Lombo on an immersive retreat in Bali: henrywins.com/bali
Join me for upcoming workshops in Texas and New York: henrywins.com/events

Links from this episode:

Grab your copy of Tony's recommended books:

Stretching Redefined by Jules Mitchell

The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker

Tony and Anton's Morocco Retreat
The Sacred Fig Teacher Training in Bali
Tony's Weekend of Workshops in The Yoga Box, Valencia.
Tony's retreat in Cocoon, Portugal.

Get in touch with Tony:

www.tonylupinacci.com - Learn more about Tony's upcoming events
Follow @tonylupinacci on Instagram

Support the Podcast:

If you find this podcast valuable you can support it directly by visiting: henrywins.com/donate

DT 076: Balance Your Business with Kyle Weiger Sep 12, 2019

Show notes

Kyle Weiger is a traveling handstand coach and online entrepreneur on a mission to show people that they are capable of way more than they think. His workshops and online courses are built on the idea that the biggest changes happen through a combination of hard work, focus, and fun!

In this episode, you'll hear from Kyle on:

[09.31] His transition from college baseball player to online handstand coach via a career in the corporate world. He explains the importance of following your path, listening to your calling and understanding how that calling will change at different points in life.

[12.50] His progression from yoga to gymnastics to the discovery of hand-balancing as its own distinct art. Kyle explains how he approaches hand balancing with a yogic mindset, focused on his body and present in the moment.

[23.22] The key differences between the gymnastic and the yogic approach to hand balancing. Especially the different emphasis on the placement of the hands and feet and the part that the breath plays in the pose.

[32.22] How to feel confident as a teacher and avoid falling prey to impostor syndrome. Kyle stresses the importance of working hard, not comparing yourself to others and reaching out to the right students.

[39.18] Kyle's advice for entrepreneurs who want to turn their passion into an online business. He details his plans to set up a service which will provide them with the tools to put their content online and teach them how to use them to their maximum efficiency.

Announcements:

Reconnect to your divine Self this December. Join me and Veronica Lombo on an immersive retreat in Bali: henrywins.com/bali
Join me for upcoming workshops in NYC and Texas: henrywins.com/events

Links from this episode:

Check out Kyle's online handstand courses
Sign up for Kyle's Handstand Immersion in Costa Rica
You Are the Placebo by Dr. Joe Dispenza - Grab a copy of Kyle's recommended book

Get in touch with Kyle:

kyleweiger.com - Keep up with Kyle's upcoming events including his tour through Europe and Australia this Fall
Follow @kyleweiger on Instagram

Support the Podcast:

If you find this podcast valuable you can support it directly by visiting: henrywins.com/donate

DT 075: Devoted to Healing with Bibi Lorenzetti Sep 05, 2019

Show notes

Bibi Lorenzetti is a Level 2 Authorized Ashtanga Yoga Teacher & Holistic Health Coach. She has been sharing the practice of yoga for the past 10 years with people all over the world. She provides a space for people to research, explore, and learn about themselves both at her home studio in the Hudson Valley and on her retreats. Bibi wishes to share her journey of healing anorexia through Ashtanga yoga in the hopes to inspire others to come into a state of health by building stability, discipline, and awareness through practice.

In this episode, you'll hear from Bibi on:

[8.27] Her belief that our first dharma is to learn to take care of and feel comfortable in our physical bodies. Only once Bibi had accepted her body and developed a compassionate relationship to herself was she able to fulfill her second dharma and do her duty in the world by sharing her knowledge through teaching.

[12.25] The deep sense of inner communion and of feeling at home within herself that Bibi experienced during her first yoga class. Although she was in the grip of a destructive eating disorder the class provided a place of safety and structure where she was able to appreciate the strength and stability of her body.

[16.36] Bibi's struggle with anorexia and how it developed as a means of establishing some sort of control when she moved to a different country and lost her sense of identity. She talks about going from being comfortable in her own skin to feeling ashamed of her body and developing a sense of disconnection and separation.

[26.20] The significance of the quiet, repetitive, structured practice of Ashtanga Yoga in providing stability and allowing Bibi to listen to the content of her brain and remain grounded. Ashtanga helped her to confront her destructive thoughts and use her energy to do something good.

[34.14] How Ashtanga affects all areas of our lives, enabling us to become more curious, more compassionate and less judgmental. It helps us to recognize negative patterns and offers opportunities for release, growth, and renewal.

[46.50] Yoga practice is a form of prayer that we do with our bodies which allows us to connect to nature and to the divine. Bibi refers to the 14th Sutra which stresses the importance of practice done over a long time with devotion and dedication.

Announcements:

Reconnect to your divine Self this December. Join me and Veronica Lombo on an immersive retreat in Bali: henrywins.com/bali
Join me for upcoming workshops in NYC and Texas: henrywins.com/events

Links from this episode:

Ashtanga Yoga Newburgh's Columbus Day Weekend Fall Retreat
Bibi's Puerto Rico Winter Retreat
Grab your copy of Bibi's recommended books:

Bhagavad Gita

Health Healing and Beyond by T.K.V. Desikachar

One Simple Thing by Eddie Stern

Looking for your next book to read? Check out the list of every book recommended on Dharma Talk

Get in touch with Bibi:

https://www.bibilorenzetti.com/ - Check out Bibi's schedule and upcoming retreats

Follow @bibi.lorenzetti on Instagram

Support the Podcast:

If you find this podcast valuable you can support it directly by visiting: henrywins.com/donate

DT 074: Adapt to Create with Andrew Sealy Aug 29, 2019

Show notes

Andrew Sealy is an embodied heart leader, yoga artist, and connection catalyst. He is known for his transformational teachings of self-love that remind students of their true power for transformation and embodied purposeful living. Andrew's creative approach to teaching Yoga as a healing art has earned him the role of guiding celebrity clients, spotlight at conscious music festivals, and the opportunity to lead transformative luxury retreats worldwide. He is known globally as a mindful life enthusiast and a wellness activist. Andrew embodies prolific knowledge while positively influencing and empowering his students. Andrew Sealy's teachings aim to answer the question: How can we adapt to create and evolve to sustain?

In this episode, you'll hear from Andrew on:

[11:25] How to align to your purpose and the importance of maintaining a daily meditative practice that allows you to tap into source and enables your mind, body and spirit to attune to your essence.

[14:34] Andrew's dharma – having a positive impact on all environments that he is a part of. No matter where he is, Andrew is able to live his Dharma if he's able to bring a sense of happiness and joy to his surroundings.

[15:31] The beginning of his journey into yoga and the fortuitous circumstance that led him to attending a Yoga Journal conference. Whilst there he took part in his first ever Vinyasa class led by Sri Dharma Mitra that left him hooked and ignited his passion for yoga.

[27:51] The deepening of Andrew's practice and the growing awareness that yoga is not just a place to develop physical abilities, but a means to heal trauma. This belief impacted his teaching, leading him to create classes that are designed for students to feel comfortable and able to release trauma.

[37:25] The significance of 1 Giant Mind, a system of meditation taught by Jonni Pollard, in enabling Andrew's yoga practice to reach a higher level. Through developing a greater understanding of what it means to be reflective, he was able to tap into the void and utilize this information for ascension.

[45:08 ] Taking the plunge into creating and sharing from the heart even when it's scary, uncomfortable and requires risk taking. Plus, the balancing act between following your passion whilst also trying to generate enough income to sustain yourself.

[49:44 ] Andrew's advice to those whose jobs do not feed their soul – take the time to reflect and understand if what you're currently doing is serving your happiness and longevity. Be present with who are you right now, and the person you want to be, as you need a vision of where you wish to go in order to become more mindful in the present.

Announcements:

Reconnect to your divine Self this December. Join me and Veronica Lombo on an immersive retreat in Bali: henrywins.com/bali
Join me for upcoming workshops in NYC and Texas: henrywins.com/events

Links from this episode:

Light on Life: The Journey to Wholeness, Inner Peace and Ultimate Freedom by B. K. S. Iyengar — Grab a copy of Andrew's recommended book
Andrew's Yoga Revealed Podcast Interview with Seane Corn
1 Giant Mind - Learn to meditate in 12 easy steps and start feeling happier and less stressed
Looking for your next book to read? Check out the list of every book recommended on Dharma Talk

Get in touch with Andrew:

https://www.andrew7sealy.com/ - Check out Andrew's schedule and view upcoming retreats.
Follow @andrew7sealy on Instagram
Reach out directly to Andrew via his email at andrew7sealy@gmail.com

Support the Podcast:

If you find this podcast valuable you can support it directly by visiting: henrywins.com/donate

DT 073: Food Is Medicine with Zoey Gong Aug 22, 2019

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Zoey Gong is a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner and dietitian in NYC. She specializes in TCM cuisine, herbalism, moxibustion, and holistic food therapy.

In this episode, you'll hear from Zoey on:

Facing severe health problems, including breast tumors and chronic skin rashes, after moving to the US and adopting an American diet, and how her journey toward self-healing brought her back to her Chinese roots
The key differences between the Western clinical and Eastern traditional approaches to nutrition and medicine at large
Using TCM herbs and natural supplements to regulate hormonal imbalances and feel better in daily life
Pairing foods of a particular energy with a matching yoga practice to create a specific effect in the mind-body continuum

Announcements:

Reconnect to your divine Self this December. Join me and Veronica Lombo on an immersive retreat in Bali: henrywins.com/bali
Join me for upcoming workshops in NYC, Texas, and Richmond: henrywins.com/events

Links from this episode:

Sign up for Zoey and Rose Erin Vaughan's TCM Food and Herbs Weekend in Woodstock, NY
Between Heaven and Earth by Harriet Beinfield — Grab a copy of Zoey's recommended book

Get in touch with Zoey:

ZoeyXinyiGong.com — seek holistic Chinese Medicine Therapy from Zoey or join one of her food-as-medicine dinner parties
Follow @zoeyxinyigong on Instagram

DT 072: Feed the Obsession with Sean Langhaus Aug 15, 2019

Show notes

Sean Langhaus has been teaching yoga and movement for the past seven years in NYC and is the founder of Warrior Bridge in downtown Manhattan. In Sean's journey, he has practiced and trained with acclaimed yoga teachers, lineage holders, martial arts masters, and circus acrobats. He specializes in teaching holistic movement practice, hand balancing, and acroyoga and always has an eye open for inspiration from any source.

In this episode, you'll hear from Sean on:

Yoga, martial arts, and acroyoga — the role each plays in Sean's self-reflection and relationship to other people
Adapting a yoga practice to meet one's personal goals
The long journey to one-arm handstand, and the elements of training and mindset Sean considers essential to keeping a commitment

Announcements:

Celebrate my one-year Veganniversary with yoga, plant-based pizza and ice cream, and prizes — all benefiting Woodstock Farm Sanctuary: henrywins.com/events
Join me for upcoming workshops in NYC, Texas, and Richmond: henrywins.com/events
Reconnect to your divine Self this December. Join me and Veronica Lombo on an immersive retreat in Bali: henrywins.com/bali

Links from this episode:

Way of the Peaceful Warrior by Dan Millman — Grab a copy of Sean's recommended book

Get in touch with Sean:

WarriorBridge.com — Train one-arm handstand (or one of his many other movement styles) with Sean at his studio in Manhattan
Follow @skatejitsu on Instagram
Follow @warriorbridgenyc on Instagram

DT 071: Draw the Map with Scott Lyons Aug 08, 2019

Show notes

Dr. Scott Lyons is dedicated to teaching embodiment as a way of exploring human development, healing and transformation. Scott is the co-creator of Embodied Flow™ — a school of yoga and therapy — and developer of Somatic Stress Release, a process of restoring our biological adaptation system. Scott is also the director of the Embodied Consciousness Immersion, as well the Mind-Body Therapy Training Program and the Diamante Vida Holistic Retreat Center. Scott teaches internationally and has a private practice integrating his background as a Clinical Psychologist, Osteopath, and somatic movement therapist.

In this episode, you'll hear from Scott on:

Agency, embodiment, and deriving meaning from life as components of our holistic health
Reconciling physical embodiment and somatics with non-dual philosophy or unity consciousness
Finding ease, flow, and fluidity even through hardships by constructing one's own "map" through internal experience
Stress responses and how we can use them as gateways into awakening
The four categories of connection or separation, and how a missing link can lead to isolation and depression

Announcements:

Celebrate my one-year Veganniversary with yoga, plant-based pizza and ice cream, and prizes — all benefiting Woodstock Farm Sanctuary: henrywins.com/events
Join me for upcoming workshops in NYC, Texas, and Richmond: henrywins.com/events

Links from this episode:

Wisdom of the Body Moving by Linda Hartley — Grab a copy of Scott's recommended book
Sign up for the Embodied Consciousness Immersion

Get in touch with Scott:

DrScottLyons.com — Learn more about Scott's trainings, events, and services, and how you can live life in the flow
Follow @drscottlyons on Instagram

DT 070: Ride the Wave with Dustin Brown Aug 01, 2019

Show notes

Dustin Brown is the visionary and founder behind Warrior One Yoga, bespoke bayside yoga studios in Australia. Now a dedicated yogi, vedic meditator, and wellness warrior, Dustin grew up in Kauai, Hawaii and first traveled the world as a professional surfer. Also a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt athlete and coach, Dustin brings a background in martial arts to his yoga practice, as well. Through these complementary practices, Dustin has found strength, flexibility, increased recovery, body awareness, and an overall balanced lifestyle. Dustin is an ambassador for global brand Lululemon Athletica and Boys of Yoga, a global movement helping to bring more guys to the mat.

In this episode, you'll hear from Dustin on:

Being given permission and freedom to live his dream life at the most unexpected time and circumstance
Why Dustin used to refused to say "namaste" as a student in class, and why he is now very intentional with his language as a teacher
How the Boys of Yoga movement is helping to break down social barriers keeping men from enjoying the benefits of yoga
Setting priorities as a multi-faceted movement practitioner, following your own waves of passion, and integrating across disciplines

Announcements:

Celebrate my one-year Veganniversary with yoga, plant-based pizza and ice cream, and prizes — all benefiting Woodstock Farm Sanctuary: henrywins.com/events
Join me for upcoming workshops in NYC, Texas, Richmond, and Mexico: henrywins.com/events

Links from this episode:

The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer — Grab a copy of Dustin's recommended book

Get in touch with Dustin:

WarriorOneYoga.com.au — Visit Dustin at his studios in Australia, or follow him on an exotic retreat to Southeast Asia
Follow @dbrownyoga on Instagram
Follow @warrioroneyoga on Instagram

DT 069: Expecting Without Expectation with Amina Taha Jul 25, 2019

Show notes

Amina Taha is a yoga teacher and practitioner, mother, and co-founder of Living Room Yoga Sessions, a platform to encourage a daily practice of love, non-attachment, and faith. To Amina, yoga is about uncovering the infinite possibility within your body and mind.

In this episode, you'll hear from Amina on:

Learning true presence from practicing yoga through the unpredictable changes of pregnancy
What postpartum recovery training has in common with Ashtanga yoga
The inspiration for Living Room Yoga Sessions, and how to develop a home practice if you don't have access to a yoga studio
Advice for yogis who have just become pregnant or who are planning to become pregnant

Announcements:

Celebrate my one-year Veganniversary with yoga, plant-based pizza and ice cream, and prizes — all benefiting Woodstock Farm Sanctuary: henrywins.com/events
Join me for upcoming workshops in NYC, Texas, and Mexico: henrywins.com/events

Links from this episode:

The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer — Grab a copy of Amina's recommended book

Get in touch with Amina:

LivingRoomYogaSessions.com — Practice with Amina online through her program, Living Room Yoga Sessions
Follow @aminahtaha on Instagram
Follow @livingroomyogasessions on Instagram

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