As a yoga teacher, are you aware of the similarities between the Bhagavad Geeta & the Yoga Sutras Of Patanjali? Or even the vast differences between these two texts?

Often discussed in isolation but never together. On the show today, long-time yoga teacher Vikram Jeet Singh gives you the clearest, concise, and thought-provoking layout of these two texts.

He tells you exactly where they meet, where they diverge & where you should start and how.
He takes a complex topic and makes it digestible and relatable.

If you've been seeking clarity on these topics, this is the conversation you've been waiting for.

Episode Highlights...

• Which text is older: The Yoga Sutras of Patañjali or The Bhagavad Gita? Is it significant to know which one is older?
• Vikram explains the Mahabharata
• How to approach the study of The Bhagavad Gita
• Is The Bhagavad Gita a religious text?
• How to navigate The Bhagavad Gita as a religious text
• Who “wrote” The Bhagavad Gita?
• For whom was the Gita written?
• How are these texts relevant in a yoga world that is dominated by asana?
• What is Swadhyaya?
• How The Yoga Sutras of Patañjali and The Bhagavad Gita are connected
• What is Samkhya?
• Difference between The Yoga Sutras of Patañjali and The Bhagavad Gita
• Which text to study if you want to learn more about yoga philosophy
• Ways to practice learnings from the texts
• Is it possible to incorporate these teachings in an asana class?

Vikram Jeet Singh is a long-time yoga student, & teacher. Living in India, Vikram was raised in the culture of yoga. Today, he shares his knowledge with yoga teachers through training on all aspects of yoga including classical texts.

You can find all the resources mentioned in this episode in the show notes at https://letstalk.yoga/episode/the-bhagavad-gita-and-the-yoga-sutras/

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Do you as a yoga teacher have clarity about what is Sanatana Dharma & Hinduism? Do you understand its link to yoga? Or are you confused about where to start understanding this topic?

Have you wondered is yoga a religious practice?

Savira Gupta, is a long-time yoga student, teacher, and practitioner. We've often turned to her on this podcast for her insight, knowledge, and clarity on complex, subtle topics. In this episode, Savira helps us understand Sanatana Dharma and Hinduism and their link to yoga.

Episode Highlights...

• Sanātana Dharma and how it relates to yoga
• How does one become a Hindu?
• Savira explains the meaning of Dharma
• What are the different types of Dharma?
• How does Dharma relate to yoga?
• The world's misconception of Hinduism or Sanātana Dharma
• Savira shares helpful advice on how to explore Hinduism
• Is yoga a religious practice?

You can find the links and resources at: https://letstalk.yoga/episode/sanatana-dharma-hinduism-yoga-a-beginners-guide/

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In this episode, I share five important lessons I have learned from practicing yoga, which include letting go of mental and physical burdens, being kind to ourselves, and building inner resilience. These lessons are not just applicable to yoga but can be incorporated into our daily lives to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

Episode Highlights:

• Insights on yoga poses and life lessons.
• Yoga poses offer valuable life lessons in different shapes
• 5 things yoga poses teach us about navigating life
  • Yoga poses make you fitter, stronger, healthier, or wholesome.
  • You put yourself in different shapes and orientations in yoga poses regularly.
  • You embrace the unknown.
  • You learn to surrender.
  • We learn to treat ourselves with true self-compassion, kindness, and respect.

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In this episode of the Let's Talk Yoga podcast, we welcome Savitha Enner, a fellow yoga teacher from Karnataka, India. Savitha shares her unique perspective on living yogic wisdom, which she affectionately calls the "lazy person's approach."

Episode Highlights:

• What is this lazy teacher's approach?
• Exploring the pursuit of sustainable inner peace through yoga practice
• Exploring the concept of ahimsa in yoga practice
• Prioritizing peace over ego in personal relationships can be challenging but rewarding in the long run.
• Emphasizing the importance of being true to oneself and showing compassion towards others.
• Savitha’s advice to a beginner teacher and an experienced teacher
• “Teaching yoga is a privilege.”
• Learning to be more loving by responding to messages with kindness and creating situations for love to flourish.

You can find the show notes with the resources mentioned at: https://letstalk.yoga/episode/a-lazy-yoga-teachers-guide-to-yogic-living-with-savitha-enner/

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Mado Hesselink shares some helpful insights on dealing with this, how recognizing it can help you improve as a yoga teacher. If you’re in for some guidance, do not hesitate because we have this episode packed with tips and strategies to help you elevate as a yoga teacher.

Imposter Syndrome For Yoga Teacher Highlights:

• Mado’s story
• What imposter syndrome is and how to identify it
• Nervousness and imposter syndrome
• Is this more common in women?
• Three patterns where imposter syndrome is harmful
• The most prevalent pattern among yoga teachers
• What Mado does when someone with imposter syndrome comes to her
• How social media plays for someone who has imposter syndrome
• Tips for yoga teachers experiencing imposter syndrome
• Mado’s recommendations for someone exploring imposter syndrome

You can find the episode show notes at: https://letstalk.yoga/episode/imposter-syndrome-yoga-teachers/

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As someone who's deeply passionate about Pranayama, I couldn’t wait to bring this conversation to you. I sat down with physiotherapist Michelle Edmison to take a deep dive into the anatomy and function of breathing from both a clinical and yoga-informed perspective. Michelle breaks down complex ideas with such clarity and gives us practical ways to understand and teach breath in more effective, grounded ways. If you're a yoga teacher or a breathwork enthusiast, this episode will absolutely shift how you see breathing in the body.

Episode Highlights:

• The physiological differences between nasal and mouth breathing and their impact on health
• How postural habits and upper body tightness disrupt effective breathing
• Strategies to release tension in the chest, shoulders, and neck to support optimal breathing
• The nuances of belly breathing vs. diaphragmatic breathing, and what these terms actually mean
• Core and breath integration explained through internal pressure systems
• The connection between the pelvic floor and breathing, and why everyone should pay attention to it
• The relationship between aging and breath quality, and why lifestyle may matter more than age itself
• How spine mobility influences ribcage movement and breath quality
• Michelle's go-to breath practices to improve exhalation and core engagement

Resources and Links Mentioned:

• Michelle’s Instagram: @mvmt.101
• Free movement and breath classes at: movement101.ca

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Ever wondered how to make a single yoga pose more accessible, more challenging, or simply more engaging? As yoga teachers, it’s easy to get stuck teaching poses the same way, but the reality is that every student experiences movement differently. In this episode, I’m sharing five creative ways to offer the same pose, so you can better serve your students, whether they need more support, a deeper stretch, or a fresh approach to a familiar posture.

Episode Highlights:

• Adopt a “Less is More” policy
• 5 Ways to Offer The Same Yoga Pose in a Yoga Sequence
  • Change the point of entry
  • Change the orientation of the pose
  • Maintain a common thread throughout a yoga class.
  • The twice-over pose principle - focusing on the breath in the second attempt
  • Get skilled with basic prop usage

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Some yoga teachers believe they should only teach the poses they can personally execute, while others argue that teaching is about more than just demonstration. Where do you stand on this? In this episode, I unpack this common debate and explore five key considerations to help you decide what’s best for your teaching journey.

Episode Highlights:

• Teaching from direct experience: Why new teachers should focus on what they know well.
• Aligning with yoga ethics: How Satya (truth), Ahimsa (non-harming), and Asteya (non-stealing) relate to teaching.
• Navigating “life happens” moments: Teaching effectively even when facing injuries or major life transitions.
• The importance of staying just one step ahead of students instead of mastering every advanced pose.
• Using sequencing and props to expand your teaching skills without feeling overwhelmed.

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