Jivamukti Yoga with Jessica Stickler

Podcast #144 - Working with Anger, Twisting Mar 20, 2024

Chant: Yoga Sutra Chapter 4.15

वस्तुसाम्ये चित्तभेदात्तयोर्विभक्तः पन्थाः॥१५॥

Vastusāmye cittabhedāttayorvibhaktaḥ panthāḥ||15||

The main focus of the practice is twisting, we contemplate working with difficult people and misunderstandings -- trying to take people in bigger contexts.

Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/71IqGIn6msbaM1CygAhbL4?si=a69d436bd3044c97

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Podcast #143 - Swami Nirmalananda & Mauna Feb 05, 2024

The theme of the podcast is as always, derived from the Jivamukti Yoga Focus of the Month, which can be read in full here:
https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/enjoy-the-silence/
I used this playlist for the live class:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0lbwd6c33zTBt9nPADtCua?si=fcccd0b8b2964137
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Podcast #142 - Intention vs Practicing Intentionally Jan 29, 2024

Jivamukti Yoga with Jessica Stickler - class recorded Jan 28th, 2024 at Souk Studios in New York City
The theme of the class is drawn from the Jivamukti Yoga focus of the month, which can be read in full here:

https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/the-sacred-resolution-sankalpa/

The playlist for this class can be followed here:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5G4ZH71YVEgzXisCOZKR3U?si=bf3a1ee8f2564563

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Podcast #141 - The Path and The Journey Dec 10, 2023

The book referenced in this class is:

https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/18527222

Playlist for this practice is an old one from the days, inspired by my mentor Narayani:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3MKrBB5Qg0oCoxPAVfeSBu?si=32c541b4f69943https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1MgMAMAnxlM4Fk6kHTHKhn?si=e18b65c2cf79458d

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/yogastickler
Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #140 - svādhyāya/self-study Nov 14, 2023

Jivamukti Focus of the Month:

https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/svadhyaya-self-study-remembering-who-you-are/
Playlist for this practice is an old one from the days, inspired by my mentor Narayani:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3MKrBB5Qg0oCoxPAVfeSBu?si=32c541b4f6994327

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/yogastickler
Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #139 - Tapas and Inertia Oct 30, 2023

Jivamukti Focus of the Month:

https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/tapas-the-gift-of-simplicity/

Playlist for this practice:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5U1ajUyt8nQra6tHgixBPl?si=69115b3ce708494c

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Podcast #138 - Cultivating Santosha Sep 11, 2023

The theme of this class is inspired by the Jivamukti Focus of the Month:

https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/santosha/

Here's the playlist I used for the class:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6vMRQ3LNCeM0gIdWoxsu1R?si=9f1e893b95734025

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Podcast #137 - Take Me to the River Aug 12, 2023

Theme of the class is inspired by the Jivamukti Focus of the Month:

https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/shauca-our-mother-the-earth/

Playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5NOPbjC4N09ASgEwdVlpWn?si=a58c744150a74583

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Podcast #136 - Saraswati and Hips Jul 11, 2023

Oopsie! I thought I'd lost the audio from June's class -- but i found it! So, I'm posting it, even though it was from the prior month. Hip strengthening is on the menu, and you'll want to have blocks nearby.

Podcast #135 - Aparigraha (non-grasping) Jul 03, 2023

One of the five yamas (restraints) - which are practices recommended for practitioners of yoga - Aparigraha is the practice of non-grasping. This could be said in many ways... simplicity, not taking too much, not hoarding wealth or even the Buddhist AND Franciscan practices of non-possession.

The phyiscal practice focuses mainly on twisting. In particular, opening the outer hip/it band area in order to access certain types of twists. The focal asana here is eka pada koundinyasana (the twisty one) but you can always skip whatever you need to to make the practice right for you.

Link to the Full Jivamukti Focus of the Month:

Playlist:

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Podcast #134 - ”Om I have enough, Ahung” Jun 05, 2023

The theme of the class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month, which can be read in full here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/asteya/

PLAYLIST: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2c1oBZj0OUKV2PFvxqCOKr?si=4bcbbc36853242f0

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Podcast #133 - Beyond Ahimsa May 13, 2022

The theme of the class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month, which can be read in full here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/beyond-ahimsa-restraining-and-releasing/ The quote is from the book "Active Hope" by Chris Johnstone and Joanna Macy Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7bBszxMggZWq3HuGLRlhHv?si=1b3ea673518c4425 Connect with me: @yogastickler on all socials

Podcast #132 - What is Asana? Apr 16, 2022

The theme of the class is based on the Jivamukti Yoga focus of the month, which can be read in full here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/all-about-asana/ The asana portion of the class involves some hip opening work, along with options for half or full lotus, which is one of the four recommended "seats" for meditation in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika - a mid-century handbook on yoga practice. It is helpful to have a block for this class. As always practice within your range and always get clearance from your trusted medical professionals before practicing. Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #131 - Who are you? Identity and Yoga Feb 14, 2022

The theme of the class is based around the Jivamukti Focus of the Month which can be read in full here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/god-in-drag/ The class is focused on leg work, primarily hamstring and psoas work to prepare for Hanumanasana Please follow me on all my socials: @yogastickler IF you would like to contribute to the podcast, please support Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/yogastickler

Podcast #130 - Let Go Jan 28, 2022

The theme of the class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month, which can be read in full at https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/dying-daily/ Donate to the podcast: https://yogastickler.com/donate-now Connect with me: Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #129 - Connection, Community Dec 01, 2021

The theme of the class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month, which can be read in full at jivamuktiyoga.com Donate to the podcast: https://yogastickler.com/donate-now Connect with me: Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #128 - Yoga is Action, Part 2 Oct 28, 2021

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Podcast #127 - Yoga Is Action, Part 1 Oct 28, 2021

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Podcast #126 - The Strength of the Yogi Jun 04, 2021

The theme of this class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month which can be read in full here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/what-is-strength/ Donate to the podcast: https://yogastickler.com/donate-now Connect with me: Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #125 - Mothering the Mother Jun 03, 2021

The theme of this class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month which can be read in full here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/mothering-the-mother/ Donate to the podcast: https://yogastickler.com/donate-now Connect with me: Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #124 - Beginnings and Endings Jan 15, 2021

The theme of this class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month which can be read in full here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/what-now/ The physical practice portion of the practice is heavy on hamstring work, it might be helpful to have two blocks nearby just in case... not everyone will need them, but it could be helpful. Donate to the podcast: https://yogastickler.com/donate-now Connect with me: Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #123 - Re-connection Sep 29, 2020

The theme of this class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month which can be read in full here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/reconnection/ The physical practice has some hips and core work and leads us to experiement with the arm balance, eka pada kundinyasana Donate to the podcast: https://yogastickler.com/donate-now Connect with me: Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #122 - The Laughing and The Crying Aug 28, 2020

Check out Ralph and my unedited convo here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gIZqzg4bER8 Grab a copy of his wonderful book here: https://www.shambhala.com/don-t-tell-me-to-relax.html Get in touch with Ralph, access to meditations, classes and workshops: https://ralphdelarosa.com/

Podcast #121 - Friendliness Aug 20, 2020

The physical practice is a focused on legs/hamstrings. Donate to the podcast: https://yogastickler.com/donate-now Connect with me: Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #120 - Compassionate Communication May 17, 2020

The theme of this class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month which can be read in full here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/spiritual-activism/ The physical practice is a focused on compass pose. Donate to the podcast: https://yogastickler.com/donate-now Connect with me: Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #119 - Life is a Contrast Apr 09, 2020

The theme of this class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month which can be read in full here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/the-crown-of-creation/ The physical practice is a pretty challenging hip and binds practice, building up towards standing Marichasana. No props needed necessarily, unless you like to use a belt for binding. Donate to the podcast: https://yogastickler.com/donate-now Connect with me: Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #118 - Steps on the Path Mar 22, 2020

The theme of the class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month, which can be read in full at jivamuktiyoga.com Donate to the podcast: https://yogastickler.com/donate-now Connect with me: Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #117 - The Flow of Time Mar 02, 2020

This class was recorded live at Jivamukti Yoga School in Jersey City, NJ . The theme of the class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month, which can be read in full https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/life-a-continuous-movement-rhythm-flow-change/ . Donate to the podcast: https://yogastickler.com/donate-now . Connect with me: Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #116 - Now is all there is Jan 25, 2020

This class was recorded live at Jivamukti Yoga School in Jersey City, NJ . The theme of the class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month, which can be read in full https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/the-presence-of-the-present/ . Donate to the podcast: https://yogastickler.com/donate-now . Connect with me: Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #115 - Inner Wisdom Dec 11, 2019

This class was recorded live at Jivamukti Yoga School in Jersey City, NJ . December 2019 Jivamukti Yoga Focus of the Month https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/unlocking-wisdom-within/ . The story at the end of class is read from the Jivamukti Yoga Book . Donate to the podcast: https://yogastickler.com/donate-now . Connect with me: Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast#113 - Sound and Silence Oct 28, 2019

This class was recorded live at Jivamukti Yoga School in Jersey City, NJ . The theme of the class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month, which can be read in full here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/events/mauna-silence-meditation-sacred-chanting-led-yogeswari/ . I read extensively in this class from "The Fruitful Darkness," by Joan Halifax . Donate to the podcast: https://yogastickler.com/donate-now . Connect with me: Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #112 - The Alchemy of Yoga Sep 12, 2019

Recorded at Jivamukti Jersey City

Podcast #111 - The Qualities of Krishna Aug 14, 2019

This class was recorded at Jivamukti Yoga Jersey City, the theme is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month, which can be read here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/the-divine-qualities-of-krishna/ To contribute to this free podcast, please visit: yogastickler.com Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #110 - With Time Magic Arises Jul 24, 2019

This podcast focuses on practice and non-attachment as well as working with intense and challenging emotions. Thoughts and Emotions are energy and they can give us information but aren't in and of themselves good or bad. Practice, practice, practice. @yogastickler yogastickler.com

Podcast #109 - Interconnectedness, Part 2 May 28, 2019

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Podcast #108 - Interconnection May 08, 2019

This podcast explores standing asana and our connection to the earth, the reading is from an interview with Wangari Maathai, founder of the Green Belt Movement in Africa and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

Podcast #107 - Who am I Apr 21, 2019

Yoga practices help us to overcome stuckness and realize our ultimate capacity and potential . The philosophical theme of the class as always is drawn from the Jivamukti Focus of the Month, which can be read in full at: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/ . Find more of my videos, insights, recipes, workshops, retreats and more: yogastickler.com Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #106 - For the Birds! Mar 11, 2019

Today, we talk about taking action and bird intelligence and feeding the birds! And, yes, we practice LOTS of bakasana (crow pose) The theme is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month, which can be read here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/feed-the-birds/ In the lass I read from the book "The Genius of Birds" by Jennifer Aukmann Connect with me: yogastickler.com Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #105 - Truth and Chatturanga Feb 06, 2019

Yeah, that's right... in this class we take a deep dive down to chatturanga land. Its an often overused and overlooked pose that we never really give proper attention or credit to. The trouble is, a misalignment or misunderstanding over time can cause problems for your shoulders and wrists. Don't neglect this pose, keep learning about it and from it. . The philosophical theme of the class as always is drawn from the Jivamukti Focus of the Month, which can be read in full at: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/ . Find more of my videos, insights, recipes, workshops, retreats and more: yogastickler.com Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #104 - Nature and Technology Jan 17, 2019

The reading from class is from the book "The Monkey is the Messenger" by Ralph de la Rosa Connect with me: yogastickler.com Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #103 - Mother Earth Dec 18, 2018

This podcast is a full length Jivamukti Open Level class, recorded at Jivamukti Jersey City on December 8th, 2018 -- the theme is drawn from the Jivamukti Focus of the Month, which can be read here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/want-christmas-two-front-teeth/ and the reading is from "Braiding Sweetgrass," by Robin Wall Kimmerer The practice works on twisting postures and it is helpful to have a yoga belt available for use. Follow me: yogastickler.com Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #102 - Community and Individual Nov 12, 2018

The theme of this class is based on the Jivamukti Yoga focus of the month, which you can read here: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/big-brother-watching/ Connect with me: yogastickler.com Socials: @yogastickler

Podcast #101 - Intelligence/Flow Oct 18, 2018

Podcast #100 - Radical Dharma Oct 05, 2018

Wow, 100 episodes! I started this podcast a little over 8 years ago... Thank you everyone for listening and for supporting the podcast! Let me know where all of you are listening from by tagging me in a post of you practicing! IG: @yogastickler T: @yogastickler FB: Jessica Stickler Yoga Donations are appreciated! yogastickler.com

Podcast #99 - H2OM Aug 22, 2018

Podcast #98 - The Magic Ten and Beyond Jul 25, 2018

Podcast #97 - Birthday Bash May 11, 2018

Class recorded on April 27th, 2018 to celebrate my birthday and ten years of teaching yoga! Bryan Hayslett plays the cello for class.

Podcast #96 - Samyama Apr 19, 2018

Podcast #95 - March Madness Mar 31, 2018

Podcast #94 - With Great Love All Is Possible Feb 13, 2018

This jivamukti yoga open level class was recorded at Jivamukti Jersey City, the class focuses on standing poses and the theme is inspired by the Jivamukti Focus of the Month. Please visit: yogastickler.com Please connect with me on social media: T/I: @yogastickler F: Jessica Stickler Yoga

Podcast #92 - Making Meaning of Community Dec 12, 2017

Reading is from Bell Hooks - "All About Love" Donate to the podcast: yogastickler.com

Podcast #91 - A Version of Inversion Nov 19, 2017

Class is based on the Jivamukti Focus of the Month: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/fotm/a-version-of-inversion/ Reading at the beginning of class is from: "Holy Madness," by George Feuerstein For info, classes, workshops and more! Visit: yogastickler.com Connect with me on socials: Twitter/Insta @yogastickler FB: Jessica Stickler Yoga

Podcast #90 -- Navarathri Sep 24, 2017

This full length jivamukti yoga open level class was recorded at Jivamukti Yoga Center Jersey City on Sept 23rd, 2017. More classes are available via: jivamuktiyogalive.com For more about Jessica, Events, Retreats, Videos: yogastickler.com

Podcast #89 - Fed Up Sep 12, 2017

Theme of the class is based on the Jivamukti Yoga Focus of the Month, which can be read here: http://jivamuktiyoga.com/focus/fed-up More about me, and upcoming events: http://yogastickler.com/ Consider Donating to the podcast here: https://secure.squarespace.com/commerce/donate?donatePageId=5648a19ce4b05f53bf3aa0a3

Podcast #88 - Bhakti/Devotion Aug 09, 2017

This is a full length jivamukti yoga class, recorded at Jivamukti Yoga School in New York City. Donations to this podcast can be made at yogastickler.com

Podcast #87 - Living Fully Jul 28, 2017

This podcast was recorded at the Jivamukti Yoga studio in Jersey City, NJ -- you can join us remotely from anywhere, anytime by logging on to jivamuktiyogalive.com Please visit yogastickler.com for upcoming classes, events or to book a private lesson.

Podcast #86 - Pratyahara Jun 20, 2017

Live Stream Classes: JivamuktiYogaLive.com Website: yogastickler.com

Podcast #85 - Be The Change May 31, 2017

Full length Jivamukti Yoga class, recorded in Union Square, NYC.

Podcast #84 - Open Doorways May 03, 2017

The theme of this class is based on the Jivamukti Yoga Focus of the Month - "Open Doorways" - April 2017: https://jivamuktiyoga.com/focus/open-doorways For more info about Jessica and her classes, please visit: yogastickler.com

Podcast #83 - Mastayendranath, The Fish Mar 14, 2017

This class starts with the story of Mastayendra, a very woke fish. The class focuses on twisting and the connection between yoga and navigating preference and prejudices in the world. We use a yoga belt in this practice for some of the twisting. Read the full Jivamukti FOM here: http://jivamuktiyoga.com/focus/ To Donate to the podcast: yogastickler.com

Podcast #82 - Range of Motion Jan 31, 2017

Live Music by Stephanie Carlin: http://www.avidyamusic.com/ Check out more live classes via: jivamuktiyogalive.com

Podcast #81 - Someone to Talk to Dec 14, 2016

Communication is nourishment. We have to choose what kind of food we nourish our relationships with. This is a challenging twisting sequence, and its helpful if you have a yoga belt to work with (though you can certainly improvise without!)

Podcast #80 - SPECIAL RETREAT CLASS: What is Freedom? Nov 28, 2016

This class was recorded at Ananda Ashram in Monroe NY. Ananda is the spiritual home of Sharon Gannon and David Life's teacher, Shri Brahmananda Saraswati. The class is part workshop, part open class with a mix of some anatomy, some yoga asana, and some thoughts on freedom. I donated my pay from the retreat to Southern Poverty Law Center, and I encourage all to make a similar donation or donate to aclu.org.

Podcast #79 - Behind the Facade Oct 17, 2016

The yogi seeks to uncover the truth, to see beneath the layers of reality -- we can look to the many depictions of the goddess to reveal to us the uncovering of truth to get to our nature and our connection with the universe. More: yogastickler.com

Podcast #78 - What’s the use? Sep 27, 2016

This podcast is about gratitude and humility, focus and perseverance..... and turtles!! Music by Bryan Hayslett: Support his music bryanhayslett.com This is a deep hip opening class, leading to kurmasana, tortoise

Podcast #77 - Sri Krsna Sharanam Mama Aug 11, 2016

This podcast is recorded live at Jivamukti Yoga School in NYC. The music for this class is by Max ZT, check his band out at houseofwaters.com Also, check out this short companion video for the weird (perhaps incoherent) part of the sequence. https://youtu.be/7q33L4dhp2k Two blocks for this practice is very helpful.

Podcast #76 - Guru Mantra Jul 21, 2016

The guru is the energy that leads to awakening, when we mistake the proximal guru for the ultimate truth, we can run into problems. Live Music by Lisa Apatini and Tiago Ribera. Sequence is very twisty, leading up to rotated bound triangle using a belt. Youtube video for visual instruction: https://youtu.be/fV_JeHluPN4

Podcast #75 - Why Asana? Jun 20, 2016

Why do we practice physical postures? There are so many forms of yoga, and the most common form in the west is the physical yoga.

Podcast #74 - A Mother’s Love May 26, 2016

This is the story of an Octopus, read from "The Soul of the Octopus." This story takes place in an aquarium, which ultimately I believe all animals should be free from their cages -- perhaps the more we know about these amazing animals the less we will be inclined to keep them in captivity. In the meantime, what about the eggs in the fridge and the scallop on the plate? What can this octopus story teach us about the other animals in our lives. Hip Opening focus with Kurmasana Music by: Lisa Apatini and Tiago Grade

Podcast #73 - Creative Action (Part 2) May 03, 2016

Our creative development is interdependent and interconnected to all various factors in our lives and especially to our teachers. Music by Bryan Hayslett: bryanhayslett.com

Podcast #72 - Creative Action Apr 11, 2016

Are we bound by our conditioning, or does the possibility of freedom, spontaneity, creativity exist? Where does true spontaneity come from and what is its relationship to practice?

Podcast #71 - The Potential of Relationships Mar 10, 2016

We bring our own assumptions, viewpoints, prejudices, predispositions to each relationship and encounter with another. Yoga primes us to see the potential for more than just one viewpoint, and opens up the potential for limitless possibility and and expansion of sense of self through compassion for all beings.

Podcast #70 - Evolution Dec 16, 2015

Podcast #69 - Wildness Nov 15, 2015

A yogi cultivates relationships that are mutually beneficial, not only with other beings but with the earth itself. How are our preferences, our comforts, our habits adversely affecting our ability to relate with the earth and with all beings.

Podcast #68 - Spirit Guides Oct 16, 2015

When we speak of the 'guru' in yoga class, we are speaking of that part of ourselves that we cultivate, an attitude of being humble and open to the possibility that we don't know everything, to the possibility that other people, other experiences, even animals, a piece of music.... these can all be teachers for us, they can all lead us to the possibility of being more compassionate, more loving, more understanding. Therefore the true guru (the sad guru) is the Self. Music by Essie Jain Music: http://www.essiejain.com/

Podcast #67 - Life after Life Sep 19, 2015

The accumulation of all of our past experiences influences our thoughts, words, and actions in the present moment. Yoga practice helps us to become aware of these subtle causes and conditions which influence our behavior and reactions.

Podcast #66 - Its Not What you Say, Its How you Say it Aug 09, 2015

The practice of "nada yoga" or sound yoga tunes our bodies, hearts, and minds to the harmony of the universe. Live music by Kirsten McCord: http://kirstenmccord.com/

Podcast #65 - Why We Love War Jul 18, 2015

Understanding the nature of conflict, and the nature of our response to conflict or our perceived enemies (external or internal) is key to learning to stop the war. Watching our response to obstacles or hinderances during practice can give us insight as to how we are waging war with our inner demons. Music by Kevin Nathaniel: http://www.mbirasanctuary.com/

Podcast #64 - Flesh. Blood. Bones. Empty Space. Jun 22, 2015

We are not the solidly material selves we imagine ourselves to be. Our bodies are energy and space, on a quantum level. We imagine that we are solid bodies, resting on other solid bodies. This is an illusion. What if we identified with the space and energy that comprise our bodies rather than the 'solid' matter?

Podcast #63 - What is the meaning of life? May 15, 2015

We spend much of our lives searching for meaning, when it is in fact up to each of us to create meaning in our lives. Death awareness can help to re-prioritize so that we can focus our precious energy on those things that give our lives the most meaning. The practice is a hamstring/hanumanasana focused practice. It could be helpful to have a belt and a coin or sticky dot to follow along with the alignment activity in surya namaskar.

Podcast #62 - Remembering and Forgetting Apr 21, 2015

Memory and Forgetting as part of practice, and part of yoga. Memory serves a key role in practice, but we also get caught up in memories as a definition of our individual personality, which can have limiting effects. We have to remember to forget what we think we know sometimes in order to advance our practice.

Podcast #61 - Untying the Knots that Bind Us Mar 07, 2015

Spiritual practice can provide us with the means to overcome our tendencies and habits, unless it becomes another cloak for those very same tendencies. We are challenged to stay alert to the ways in which spiritual practice might provide a convenient justification to avoid our difficult experiences and feelings. Music by Matt Wiviott: liveyogamusic.com

Podcast #60 - Kali (recorded in Grand Cayman) Mar 02, 2015

The mother and her tongue. Recorded at Bliss Yoga Studio on a recent teaching trip to Grand Cayman Island.

Podcast #59 - Time Jan 17, 2015

Yoga is now. Our mental excursions to the future and the past are a distraction from the experience of yoga which is only the present moment.

Podcast #58 - Mantra Dec 15, 2014

Yogis use mantra and music to connect more deeply with our true self and with the nature of the universe. Music by Kevin Nathaniel: http://mbirasanctuary.com/

Podcast #57 - Soul Power Nov 08, 2014

featuring original music by Stephanie Carlin http://stephaniecarlin.com/

Podcast #56 - Serene Intelligence Oct 17, 2014

Intelligence means everything connects -- alignment of body, breath, intention, speech, and action. Misalignment creates tension in the body or in the mind. When all component of the yoga practice are working together, harmony, serenity, peace of mind, and joy arise.

Podcast #55 - Food and Nourishment Sep 23, 2014

Podcast #54 - Identity, Part Two Aug 28, 2014

Most of us identify with our past, specifically our past scars -- the experiences where we feel someone else has hurt us. This identification with past injuries limits our perception of ourselves. The goal of yoga is to clear out all the gunk, all the baggage, all the dirt, so that we can live harmoniously, in tune with others and with nature. Music by: Bhrigu Sani http://bhrigu.basecybernetics.com/

Podcast #53 - Identity Aug 16, 2014

Everything is empty of meaning from its own side, and is perceived according to the nature of the mind that is doing the perceiving. The more we are able to expand our perception, the more we are able to let go of the clinging to identity. The class is a very hamstring focused physical sequence.

Podcast #52 - Union Through Others Jun 17, 2014

Podcast #51 - The Bodies Of the Self May 15, 2014

The five koshas or bodies are the layers or sheaths of embodied experience. The goal of all yoga practices is to purify these sheaths to uncover the Atman or the Divine Self, or "unconditioned consciousness."

Podcast #50 - Inversions! Apr 12, 2014

Inversions are about going upside down, changing our perspective, expanding our sense of self, and shifting the cultural paradigm. Saleiu Suso plays kora throughout the class. The physical practice includes a few tripod headstands, which you may skip or modify if its appropriate for your practice.

Podcast #49 - Love is Messy Mar 18, 2014

Love is messy. Spiritual practice is sometimes rife with doubt and questions. Embrace both darkness and light as part of the path. Use every experience to lead you closer to the light of Self-realization, enlightenment. The sequence is a little twisty and turny with lots of right/left switching. Listen carefully and do your best!

Podcast #48 - Intention Feb 17, 2014

Sound is vibration. Thoughts are the subtle vibration of electricity through cells and synapses. Our thoughts affect our minds and bodies, our words, our actions, our habits. Every suggestion the mind makes, sends a direct message to the body. Change the thoughts, change the habit!

Podcast #47 - Fed Up Jan 30, 2014

Podcast #46 - Time Management Dec 19, 2013

We all have a limited time in this life, and none of us knows how much time we have. Awareness of the imminence of death can powerfully change how we use our time day to day. Death awareness can be a powerful way to ensure that we live as happily and compassionately as possible in our lives and without regret. The physical sequence in this class focuses on hips and shoulders, and leads up to standing marichasana. You can always skip this peak pose and just stay in your yoga squat (malasana)

Podcast #45 - Progressing Towards Kindness Nov 19, 2013

The practice of yoga asks us to examine the prejudices and preferences of the mind, and the way that those prejudices play out in our relationships with others, including animals. As we "progress towards kindness," we are able to see others as the same, as KIN, which is the root of the word kindness. The physical practice itself is a hip focused class, with lots of fun arm balances. Please find me on Facebook: JessicaSticklerYoga and Twitter/Instagram: @yogastickler

Podcast #44 - Union of the Sun and the Moon Oct 17, 2013

Hatha Yoga means the Union (Yoga) of the Sun (Ha) and the Moon (tha). The goal of the yogi is to become the balanced energies of the sun and the moon. Meaning that we realize the true Self (Sun) in all beings, and we become the perfect reflection (Moon) of the Self to all beings. The way that the moon perfectly and lovingly reflects the sun's light, we lovingly reflect each other's innate goodness. This is a pretty twisty, turny, snakey, squirrely sequence.... Do your best with the audio instructions and don't overthink it. It was as challenging to teach as it is to do! Its a very hips and hamstrings focused class. Crescent moons abound!!

Podcast #43 - Asana and Bhakti Sep 20, 2013

What does Asana (the postures) have to do with seeing all as divine? What does seeing all as divine have to do with the physical postures? Sequence is organized through the chakras, a few challenging standing postures. Music by Priya Darshini: http://priyadarshini.com/

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