Season 1, Episode 3
Mastering Presence: Exploring Yoga Sutra 1.1
In this episode of Theme Weavers, we’re delving into the heart of Yoga Sutra 1.1 and the art of living in the moment. We’ll chat about the challenges of calming the “monkey mind” and how practicing this sutra can help reduce stress and boost clarity.
We’ll also share tips on seamlessly weaving this theme into your yoga classes with a signature phrase, and why Tadasana (Mountain Pose) is the perfect peak pose for grounding your practice.
Join us on this journey as we explore Yoga Sutra 1.1 and uncover the power of being present.
Listen to Episode 3
Intro (0:01 – 1:58)
Definition of “sutra” and its importance.
Segment 1 (1:58 – 4:29)
Yoga Sutra 1.1: Being present in the moment.
Practicing yoga beyond postures.
Segment 2 (4:29 – 6:08)
Solving the “monkey mind” problem.
The challenges of practicing presence.
Segment 3 (6:08 – 7:54)
Challenges like resistance and impatience.
Segment 4 (7:54 – 9:21)
Benefits: reducing stress, improving clarity.
Lao Tzu’s quote on presence.
Connection to life satisfaction.
Segment 5 (9:21 – 11:58)
Tools for weaving themes.
Use of shorter phrases.
Additional tools like quotes and mantras.
Segment 6 (11:58 – 12:48)
Peak pose choice: Tadasana (Mountain Pose).
Layering postures to prepare for the peak pose.
Segment 7 (12:48 – 18:30)
The importance of concluding with the theme.
Yoga Sutra 1.1 extends beyond the mat.
Conclusion (18:30 – 21:38)
Summarizing the six-step process.
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