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#158 MC Yogi - Breathe Deep
Manage episode 398322555 series 2772219
MC Yogi (www.mcyogi.com | @mcyogi )
MC Yogi (Nicholas Giacomini) shares his journey from a troubled youth to becoming a renowned yoga teacher and musician. He discusses the transformative power of yoga and breath, and how it helped him find peace and purpose in life. MC Yogi also talks about his mentor, Larry Schultz, and the development of Rocket Yoga.
He reflects on the counterculture vibe of early yoga and the cathartic nature of yoga practice. Finally, he shares his experience as a musician and the role of music in his spiritual journey. In this conversation, MC Yogi discusses the power of words and mantras in his music. He explains how he remembers his lyrics and mantras through somatic movement and neural programming. MC Yogi also shares his influences from various genres of music and the cultural influences of growing up in the Bay Area. He emphasizes connecting with the spirit and seeking the inner kingdom. MC Yogi's guilty pleasure is driving fast, and his inspiration comes from the awe-inspiring force of the breath.
Key Points
· Yoga can transform and bring peace and purpose to one's life.
· The breath is a powerful tool for self-awareness and connection.
· The counterculture vibe of early yoga created a sense of community and acceptance.
· Music can be a powerful tool for spiritual expression and connection.
184 episodes
Manage episode 398322555 series 2772219
MC Yogi (www.mcyogi.com | @mcyogi )
MC Yogi (Nicholas Giacomini) shares his journey from a troubled youth to becoming a renowned yoga teacher and musician. He discusses the transformative power of yoga and breath, and how it helped him find peace and purpose in life. MC Yogi also talks about his mentor, Larry Schultz, and the development of Rocket Yoga.
He reflects on the counterculture vibe of early yoga and the cathartic nature of yoga practice. Finally, he shares his experience as a musician and the role of music in his spiritual journey. In this conversation, MC Yogi discusses the power of words and mantras in his music. He explains how he remembers his lyrics and mantras through somatic movement and neural programming. MC Yogi also shares his influences from various genres of music and the cultural influences of growing up in the Bay Area. He emphasizes connecting with the spirit and seeking the inner kingdom. MC Yogi's guilty pleasure is driving fast, and his inspiration comes from the awe-inspiring force of the breath.
Key Points
· Yoga can transform and bring peace and purpose to one's life.
· The breath is a powerful tool for self-awareness and connection.
· The counterculture vibe of early yoga created a sense of community and acceptance.
· Music can be a powerful tool for spiritual expression and connection.
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