Best Santosha Yoga Podcasts (2024)

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425: How to Be Unbothered with Being Unliked 12:49

4h ago12:49

12:49

In this episode, we chat about people-pleasing and the idea that not everyone is going to like you. How do you deal with this and have the courage to be disliked? You can learn more about our 2025 MerryBody Yoga Teacher Training program over here. This is what we spoke about during the episode People-pleasing and forever seeking people's approval, …

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424: Where to Teach After Yoga Teacher Training 39:03

3d ago39:03

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This episode is part of our Yoga Teacher Series, we chat ideas and opportunities you can take to kickstart your Yoga teaching journey. You can learn more about our 2025 MerryBody Yoga Teacher Training program over here. This is what we spoke about during the episode Find a local Facebook group where yoga teachers hang out and find class cover oppor…

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423: Unexpected Lessons from Yoga Teacher Training 26:03

7d ago26:03

26:03

This episode is part of our Yoga Teacher Series, we reflect on our conversations with our trainees from the 2024 cohort of MerryBody Yoga Teacher Training and the unexpected lessons that came from it. You can learn more about our 2025 MerryBody Yoga Teacher Training program over here. As we mentioned in this episode, you can find our Yama and Niyam…

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422: Are These the Secrets to Business Longevity? 47:18

15d ago47:18

47:18

We received a lovely compliment: "I love the way you do business." This episode is inspired by those kind words. This is what we spoke about during the episode Staying true to your moral compass is important. If you're only focused on building a business and nothing else in your life, then every other important part of your life gets forgotten abou…

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421: Overcome the Fear of Teaching Yoga 35:48

15d ago35:48

35:48

Time to go behind the scenes of what it's like to be a Yoga Teacher, we talk about the things you need to do to overcome the fear of Teaching Yoga. We go far deeper into these subjects inside our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. You can learn more about our MerryBody Yoga Teacher Training program over here. If this series sparks your interest we'd e…

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420: 36 Weeks Pregnant, Countdown to Baby 32:03

1M ago32:03

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In this episode, we shift from the discussions about Yogic philosophies to Carla's pregnancy update (she was at 36 weeks when we recorded this episode). This is what we spoke about during the episode Carla's been doing all the prep work like hypnobirthing, meditations and affirmations to feel calm and positive about the birth. Carla's having a drea…

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419: Surrender to the Divine Ishvara Pranidhana | Niyamas Series 28:31

2M ago28:31

28:31

This episode is Part 10 of our 10-part snack-sized Yoga philosophy series on the Yamas and Niyamas. Ishvara Pranidhana is the fifth Niyama and it translates to surrender. We go far deeper into these Philosophies inside our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. You can learn more about our MerryBody Yoga Teacher Training program over here. If this series …

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418: The Path of Self-Study, Svadhyaya | Niyamas Series 13:58

2M ago13:58

13:58

This episode is Part 9 of our 10-part snack-sized Yoga philosophy series on the Yamas and Niyamas. Svadhyaya is the fourth Niyama and it's the practice of self-study and study of the divine. We go far deeper into these Philosophies inside our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. You can learn more about our MerryBody Yoga Teacher Training program over h…

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417: Devotional Discipline, the Power of Tapas | Niyamas Series 18:56

2M ago18:56

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This episode is Part 8 of our 10-part snack-sized Yoga philosophy series on the Yamas and Niyamas. Tapas is the third Niyama and it traditionally translates to discipline. We go far deeper into these Philosophies inside our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. You can learn more about our MerryBody Yoga Teacher Training program over here. If this series…

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416: Santosha, the Life Saving Practice | Niyamas Series 24:19

2M ago24:19

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This episode is Part 7 of our 10-part snack-sized Yoga philosophy series on the Yamas and Niyamas. Santosha is the second Niyama and it translates to contentment and acceptance. We go far deeper into these Philosophies inside our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. You can learn more about our Yoga Teacher Training program over here. If anything within…

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415: Exploring Saucha with Simplicity | Niyamas Series 18:46

2M ago18:46

18:46

This episode is Part 6 of our 10-part snack-sized Yoga philosophy series on the Yamas and Niyamas. Nischala Joy Devi translates the Niyamas as an evolution toward harmony. If you practice the 5 Niyamas, you will move toward a more harmonious you. Saucha is the first Niyama which is translated as detoxification and cleanliness. We go far deeper into…

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414: The Art of Detachment, Aparigraha in Yoga | Yamas Series 27:41

3M ago27:41

27:41

This episode is Part 5 of our 10-part snack-sized Yoga philosophy series on the Yamas and Niyamas. Aparigraha is the 5th Yama which translates to detachment or the idea of non-hoarding, not keeping things or grasping on to things. Let's look a little bit deeper and think bigger about this idea of detachment. We go far deeper into these Philosophies…

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413: Exploring Brahmacharya in Everyday Life | Yamas Series 15:12

3M ago15:12

15:12

This episode is Part 4 of our 10-part Yoga philosophy series where we tip toe, take snack bites (whatever you want to call it) into the Yamas and Niyamas. Brahmacharya is the 4th Yama and is traditionally translated to celibacy, but there is so much more to discuss! We go far deeper into these Philosophies inside our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training.…

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412: The Practice of Asteya in Modern Life | Yamas Series 15:00

3M ago15:00

15:00

This episode is Part 3 of our 10-part Yoga philosophy series where we dip our toes into the Yamas and Niyamas. It's a snack bite-sized dive into philosophy (haha). Asteya is the 3rd of the 5 Yamas, and is traditionally translated to non-stealing. We go far deeper into these Philosophies inside our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. You can learn more …

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411: Discovering Satya, the Power of Truth | Yamas Series 18:47

3M ago18:47

18:47

This episode is Part 2 of our 10-part Yoga philosophy series where we dip our toes into the Yamas and Niyamas. Satya is the 2nd of the 5 Yamas. We go far deeper into these Philosophies inside our 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training. You can learn more about our Yoga Teacher Training program over here. This is what we spoke about during the episode Satya…

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410: Embracing Ahimsa | The First Step in Our Yamas Series 15:15

4M ago15:15

15:15

This episode is Part 1 of our 10-part Yoga philosophy series where we dip our toes into the Yogic philosophies, starting with the Yamas and Niyamas. You'll realise that Yoga is so much more than just a downward-facing dog. Learn more about our Yoga Teacher Training program over here. This is what we spoke about during the episode Yamas are the firs…

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409: Try this positive affirmation guided meditation 14:54

4M ago14:54

14:54

This is a special episode, we share our 108 Affirmation Meditation from the MerryBody App. Meditation welcomes mindfulness and focus, and this creates an ideal state for positive affirmation. Affirmations are positive statements that shift negative thoughts. You can use them to help reinforce your desired beliefs. Meditation and affirmations form a…

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408: Do positive affirmations work? 38:29

4M ago38:29

38:29

In this episode, we chat about positive affirmations and their power to shift your mindset. They are very much part of our business journey. When we started our business (11 years ago now) we had them pinned up on all of our walls everywhere. This is what we spoke about during the episode We came to a point where we stopped believing in the power o…

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407: Sweat and Strategy, the creation of MerryBody classes 43:57

5M ago43:57

43:57

Right now we have over 600 Yoga, Pilates, Yin, Barre and meditation MerryBody classes inside our App. One of our amazing Yoga teacher trainees asked us about the inspiration and decisions that go into the creation of these classes. Thanks for the question Sharon, this was such a fun conversation. This is what we spoke about during the episode How w…

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Ep. 92: Santosha: Inner Contentment in Yoga's Niyamas: Relationship with SELF with Laura Goellner Yoga Therapist 53:25

5M ago53:25

53:25

This is a deep look into how Santosha (connection to INNER contentment) as we work through Yoga's Niyamas or personal observances to build a supportive relationship with SELF. Join us in the Virtual (Yoga Therapy) Studio: Our Online Community for Healing and Personal Development: https://laura-goellner.heymarvelous.com/ Want to try a drop in class?…

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406: Anxious thought loopholes, how to get out of them! 16:01

5M ago16:01

16:01

In this episode, we chat about everyday anxious thought loopholes that so many of us experience, and how we can better manage these. This is what we spoke about during the episode What is the mind-body connection and how does it impact our physical and mental health? Your thoughts impact your feelings, and how you feel impact the actions you take. …

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Ep. 91: Saucha: Cleanliness, Clarity and Purity of Self: Deep Dive into Yoga's Niyamas for a Strong Relationship to SELF 52:51

5M ago52:51

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This is a detailed talk about how Saucha- the First of Yoga's Niyamas comes into practice in our life, patterns and choices- especially in the process of strengthening our relationship to SELF. Join us in the Virtual (Yoga Therapy) Studio: Our Online Community for Healing and Personal Development: https://laura-goellner.heymarvelous.com/ Want to tr…

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Ep. 90: Is it Safe to Practice Kundalini Yoga with Anxiety? A Yoga Therapy Perspective on creating a SUPPORTIVE Practice 10:51

5M ago10:51

10:51

Kundalini yoga can be a highly activating practice...so is it something you have to avoid completely if you live with anxiety? NO- not if you know some basic information to make supportive choices! Join us in the Virtual (Yoga Therapy) Studio: Our Online Community for Healing and Personal Development: https://laura-goellner.heymarvelous.com/ Want t…

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405: Spark your motivation to study 16:52

5M ago16:52

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Listen to this episode for a quick burst of motivation to open up your study books (or program). As we start week 1 of our 2024 MerryBody Yoga Teacher Training. We chat about learning as adults and the challenges that come with it. And how do we approach learning and make sure we enjoy it? And get it done! This is what we spoke about during the epi…

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Ep. 89: Saucha Meditation: Cleanliness to create Clarity to be PURELY You: Yoga Niyamas for Relationship to SELF 17:41

5M ago17:41

17:41

This meditation is from our series on the Niyamas- Working with Yogaa Philosophy to create a stronger relationship to SELF Join us in the Virtual (Yoga Therapy) Studio: Our Online Community for Healing and Personal Development: https://laura-goellner.heymarvelous.com/ Visit my website for all my current offerings: www.LauraGyoga.com Thanks for bein…

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404: 22 Weeks Pregnancy and Life Update 32:09

6M ago32:09

32:09

It's been a crazy start to the year! We've been super inconsistent with the podcast, but here we are! In this episode, we chat about Carla's pregnancy and how we're preparing to balance nurturing a growing business and the arrival of a new life. This is what we spoke about during the episode Carla is 22 weeks pregnant and well over the halfway mark…

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Ep. 88: Burnout Prevention: Longterm Management of High Functioning Anxiety with Laura Goellner Yoga Therapist 13:08

6M ago13:08

13:08

Welcome to our series on understanding the experience of living with high-functioning anxiety patterns. In this episode we will look at the long term goal of preventing burnout and creating better self care patterns. Join us in the Virtual (Yoga Therapy) Studio: Our Online Community for Healing and Personal Development: https://laura-goellner.heyma…

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Ep. 87: Self Monitor High Functioning Anxiety and know when to Seek Support 10:26

6M ago10:26

10:26

Welcome to our series on living with High Functioning Anxiety- in this episode we talk about how it is important to monitor yourself for increased symptoms & know when to seek support...which can be VERY HARD for someone with patterns of HFA- (because they feel like they need to do it all on their own). Lets talk about WHEN to seek the support and …

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425: How to Be Unbothered with Being Unliked 12:49

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424: Where to Teach After Yoga Teacher Training 39:03

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423: Unexpected Lessons from Yoga Teacher Training 26:03

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422: Are These the Secrets to Business Longevity? 47:18

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421: Overcome the Fear of Teaching Yoga 35:48

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420: 36 Weeks Pregnant, Countdown to Baby 32:03

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419: Surrender to the Divine Ishvara Pranidhana | Niyamas Series 28:31

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418: The Path of Self-Study, Svadhyaya | Niyamas Series 13:58

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417: Devotional Discipline, the Power of Tapas | Niyamas Series 18:56

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416: Santosha, the Life Saving Practice | Niyamas Series 24:19

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415: Exploring Saucha with Simplicity | Niyamas Series 18:46

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414: The Art of Detachment, Aparigraha in Yoga | Yamas Series 27:41

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413: Exploring Brahmacharya in Everyday Life | Yamas Series 15:12

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412: The Practice of Asteya in Modern Life | Yamas Series 15:00

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411: Discovering Satya, the Power of Truth | Yamas Series 18:47

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410: Embracing Ahimsa | The First Step in Our Yamas Series 15:15

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409: Try this positive affirmation guided meditation 14:54

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408: Do positive affirmations work? 38:29

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407: Sweat and Strategy, the creation of MerryBody classes 43:57

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Ep. 92: Santosha: Inner Contentment in Yoga's Niyamas: Relationship with SELF with Laura Goellner Yoga Therapist 53:25

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406: Anxious thought loopholes, how to get out of them! 16:01

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Ep. 91: Saucha: Cleanliness, Clarity and Purity of Self: Deep Dive into Yoga's Niyamas for a Strong Relationship to SELF 52:51

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Ep. 90: Is it Safe to Practice Kundalini Yoga with Anxiety? A Yoga Therapy Perspective on creating a SUPPORTIVE Practice 10:51

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405: Spark your motivation to study 16:52

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Ep. 89: Saucha Meditation: Cleanliness to create Clarity to be PURELY You: Yoga Niyamas for Relationship to SELF 17:41

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404: 22 Weeks Pregnancy and Life Update 32:09

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Ep. 88: Burnout Prevention: Longterm Management of High Functioning Anxiety with Laura Goellner Yoga Therapist 13:08

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Ep. 87: Self Monitor High Functioning Anxiety and know when to Seek Support 10:26

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