In this episode of Deepen Your Yoga Practice, Lauren Leduc interviews Maggie Coomer, a yoga teacher at True Love Yoga. They discuss Maggie's journey with yoga, her experiences in teacher training, and the significance of crow pose. Maggie shares her insights on overcoming fear in arm balances, the importance of play in yoga practice, and how to deepen one's yoga journey. The conversation highlights the transformative power of yoga and the community it fosters.

Takeaways

• Maggie's journey with yoga began at age 13 with her dad.
• Yoga has evolved from a physical practice to a lifestyle for Maggie.
• Breaking her ankle led to a pivotal change in her yoga practice.
• Teacher training helped Maggie connect with her spirituality.
• Crow pose is a foundational arm balance that unlocks potential.
• Fear in yoga can be transformed into elation through practice.
• The importance of community in yoga practice is emphasized.
• Playfulness in yoga helps alleviate seriousness and fear.
• Devoting time to practice deepens connection and skill.
• True Love Yoga fosters a supportive and inclusive environment.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Yoga and Personal Journey
08:04 Transformative Experiences in Yoga Teacher Training
13:09 The Significance of Crow Pose
17:24 Understanding Arm Balances and Overcoming Fear
23:47 The Importance of Play in Yoga Practice
24:11 Upcoming Crow Pose Workshop Details

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