Best Vikky Santana Podcasts (2024)

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Decoding Yoga Cues: Navigating the Variations with Clarity 23:10

8M ago23:10

23:10

In this enlightening episode of "Follow the Yogi's Path," Vikky Santana dives into the heart of yoga practice by exploring the intriguing question: Why do yoga teachers cue poses differently? With her characteristic warmth and expertise, Vikky unfolds the layers behind this complexity, guiding listeners through the four pivotal reasons that shape t…

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From Grit to Grace: My Initial Salvation Thru Yoga 16:55

1y ago16:55

16:55

In this three-part evocative series on "Follow the Yogi's Path", I delve deep into a profound narrative of struggle, abandonment, and rejuvenation. It's an exploration of the holistic salve yoga can provide to the gaping wounds of chronic physical and emotional torment. Part 1: "From Grit to Grace: My Initial Salvation" Released Today I narrate my …

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Sculpting the Pose: A Journey Through Variation, Modification, and Compensation in Your Yoga Practice 32:16

1y ago32:16

32:16

Yoga poses are an intricate balance of strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. In this enlightening episode, titled 'Sculpting the Pose: A Journey Through Variation, Modification, and Compensation in Your Yoga Practice,' we explore the nuance and artistry behind these three fundamental aspects. Discover how Variation allows creative exploration, ho…

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From Mud to Light: Navigating Pain and Suffering through Yoga Wisdom 19:39

1y ago19:39

19:39

This insightful episode explores the profound connection between pain and suffering, providing you with a new perspective on these inevitable facets of human existence. Learn how to approach pain without fear, and discover how to reduce suffering by altering your reactions to life's adversities. Drawing upon ancient wisdom from the Yoga Sutras and …

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STOP Saying "I Have To" 25:33

1+ y ago25:33

25:33

How we say things to ourselves and the words we use mater and define whether we feel empowered or forced. It's the difference between seeing possibilities or seeing obstacles. Just changing 1 phrase sent me on a whole life changing adventure. Listen to see how one little phrase makes all the difference in the world! Support the show Hey there beaut…

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Why You Leave Your Yoga Practice 37:14

2y ago37:14

37:14

Did you start your yoga practice with high intensity and commitment only to find it lackluster at times? Maybe you've left your practice all together. What if I told you there are nine predictable obstacles to any yoga practice? That once we know these obstacles, we can use that knowledge to resist leaving or come back to our practice? Listen on as…

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On the Spiritual Path - It's Okay to Dislike 22:03

2y ago22:03

22:03

Support the show Hey there beautiful souls, it's Vikky Santana here. As we roll up our mats and take a mindful breath, let's carry the wisdom and serenity from today's episode into every facet of our lives. Remember, each time we step onto the mat, we embark on a profound journey inward, unveiling layers that bring us closer to our authentic selves…

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Why I Threw Out 40 Years of Journals 21:58

2+ y ago21:58

21:58

Journaling has been a life stable and still is going on 40 years. Listen on as I explain why I throw out all those journals and why they helped me heal. #yoga podcast #yoga podcast class #yoga podcasts on spotify #yoga podcasts for teachers #yoga and podcast #yoga podcast best #yoga to cope podcast #yoga podcast free #yoga podcast for teachers #yog…

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Express Emotions and Get What You Need 18:50

2+ y ago18:50

18:50

Are you communicating to be heard or to create a change in another person? If it's the second choice listen on. Identifying WHY we are expressing emotions and WHAT we need from the other person is critical for healthy and productive exchange of emotions. #yoga podcast #yoga podcast class #yoga podcasts on spotify #yoga podcasts for teachers #yoga a…

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DON'T Fake It Till You Make It - As a Teacher and in Life 36:21

2+ y ago36:21

36:21

We receive many of our cues from society. We've heard them so much we may not even question them. One of my least favorites is "fake it till you make it." It fosters duplicity, shame, guilt and as a yoga teacher, being OK with appearing like we know things. This may translate into teaching things or taking on clients even though our skill set may n…

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How to Teach and Live from a Neutral Mindset 23:04

3y ago23:04

23:04

Our role as a yoga teacher and in many aspects of our lives, is to witness the journey of others. Think of yourself as a supporting role. If we find ourselves frustrated with the actions of others. If we think they are doing something "wrong" or not producing results we feel they need, look deeper within. Here we discuss these points and I give you…

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I Didn't Go To Yoga Teacher Training To Teach Yoga 24:36

3y ago24:36

24:36

There are many reasons why a student comes to yoga teacher training. For me I wanted to rid myself of my overwhelming fear of public speaking but got so much more. Listen on if you have a fear of speaking in public. #yogateacher #yogateachertraining #yogateachertrainingcourse #becomeayogateacher #200hourteachertraining #200hrytt #200ytt #yogacourse…

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How to Remove Negativity from Your Life 29:21

3+ y ago29:21

29:21

Negativity is toxic to your entire system. Clearing negative energy is an important strategy on your journey of holistic well-being. One of the Buddha’s foundational teachings is that life contains suffering. You could just as easily say that life contains negativity, as it is one of the more insidious disguises suffering wears. Negativity can make…

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Breathe to Thrive - Belly Breathing 36:46

3+ y ago36:46

36:46

Want to access creativity, inspiration, devotion? How about accessing the answers to your questions? What if I told you how you breathe dictates how you feel? If you want to start getting ahold of your emotions and potential listen on. #podcasthost #podcastersunite #applepodcast #podcasting #spotifypodcast #podcasters #podbean #podcastshow #podcast…

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Break the "Phone First Thing" in the Morning Habit 22:39

3+ y ago22:39

22:39

Do you look at your smartphone first thing in the AM? If yes, listen on and learn how that habit impacts your whole day. Learn how much power we're giving to the outside world. Some tips on how to break the habit. #podcasts #listening #podcast #love #work #people #time #apple #applepodcasts #day #looking #music #radio #today #week #two #episode #it…

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Attachment is Not Love 37:37

3+ y ago37:37

37:37

In this episode we delve into the difference between love and attachment. They are interdependent but distinctly different. Learn what we mean by detachment in yoga. Support the show Hey there beautiful souls, it's Vikky Santana here. As we roll up our mats and take a mindful breath, let's carry the wisdom and serenity from today's episode into eve…

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Three Surprising Benefits from My Seated Meditation Practice 22:51

3+ y ago22:51

22:51

So many bennies from meditation but I'm limiting it to three this time. You might be surprised how learning to just sit brings many benefits. Join me on www.vikkysantana.com for live and FUN yoga classes. #podcast #followtheyogi #vikkysantanayoga #howtoyoga #yogaphilosophy #yogamom #yogawoman #meditation #yoga #mindfulness #spirituality #healing #p…

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Do You Experience Chronic Pain? I Used To...Here's How I Found Relief 17:29

3+ y ago17:29

17:29

KriYin Yoga is a style of yoga I created to help myself out of the darkest and most painful stage of my life. It's simple, available for all levels and best of all, it starts the healing process that allows you to enjoy life to the fullest. #podcast #followtheyogi #vikkysantanayoga #howtoyoga #yogaphilosophy #yogamom #yogawoman #meditation #yoga #m…

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What is Yoga Teacher Like? 40:35

3+ y ago40:35

40:35

Join my guest Jackie Kawarsky, friend, client and student, as she shares part of her yoga journey and teacher training with us. We cover some of the doubt we might have that hold us back from following this dream and shares her perspective of me as her teacher. Listen to Jackie's experience on how yoga teacher training changed her. #podcast #follow…

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How to Survive as an Empath 38:03

4y ago38:03

38:03

I share some simple tips to guard our energy, rid ourselves of foreign energy and some plain talk about how we need to change our mindset and create energetic boundaries. #podcasts #listening #podcast #love #work #people #time #apple #applepodcasts #day #looking #music #radio #today #week #two #episode #itunes #marketing #app #news #list #episodes …

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The Space Between the Itch and the Scratch 17:07

4y ago17:07

17:07

What if you put space between what happens and how you react? How many times have you unknowingly reacted to loved ones and situations only to have to clean it up afterwards? Have you acted on things and ideas only find yourself wasting energy and time? Listen on as I explain how and why it happens. Then find out how to change it. Find out how to f…

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Exploring Your Communication Center - The Throat Chakra 24:59

4y ago24:59

24:59

Welcome back! In this episode we explore the throat chakra. The throat chakra is the epicenter of communication and expression. We go a little deeper into it and talk about the two ways that this communication center works and why it may not be working for you. I'll provide some questions that will help you understand if you have any deficiencies o…

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My Personal Experience With A Psychopath - Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me 45:00

4y ago45:00

45:00

I took a hiatus from podcasting to build an online business. I couldn't wait to get back to sharing yoga and life with you. This episode was one of the most difficult for me to record. A part of me wanted to share this story because the secrecy of this type of abuse keeps it going. Another part of me did not want to give the psychopath an audience.…

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Don't Judge Someone Because They "Sin" Differently Than You 40:30

4+ y ago40:30

40:30

Judging is something that happens unconsciously and consciously. But how do we know when we are judging someone, including ourselves, and how to we work and changing that habit? Take a listen and find out. A simply acronym will help keep us on the road of non-judgement. Apply this to yourself because we cannot change others...it's not our job to ch…

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How to Harness Your Life Force 32:20

4+ y ago32:20

32:20

As humans, we are receivers and transmitters of the cosmic Life Force Energy — the Universal Energy that gives life to all things. Our thoughts are energy and give rise to our emotions, which in turn are simply energy in motion — like invisible clouds hovering above and around our physical body. How we feel, what we say and how we move all give sig…

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Is The Slower Pace Making You Crazy? You Might Be Withdrawing From Drama, Adrenaline, Gossip, Haters, etc.. 33:43

4+ y ago33:43

33:43

During these challenging times we can choose to learn about ourselves. Things are as they are and we can resist or accept it. What if what we are feeling is withdrawal from our busy lives and the emotions that were in the background already? How will we change so that in the future slowing doesn't mean falling down. #podcasts #listening #podcast #l…

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7 Steps to Self-Love 23:22

4+ y ago23:22

23:22

It wasn't until I started applying the practice of yoga to my life that I really began to understand what self-love looked like. It wasn't what I had originally. It didn't include shopping, spas or vacations. I'll list what I found to be self-love on my yogic journey. #podcasts #listening #podcast #love #work #people #time #apple #applepodcasts #da…

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Everyone is a Mirror and a Teacher 27:32

4+ y ago27:32

27:32

When certain characteristics in someone’s personality trigger a negative reaction from you, there is something within you that is coming up because it is ready to be healed. Usually, it represents issues from your past that have gone unresolved. Sometimes it's a long standing fear you have that needs attention and reconciliation. Then there are the…

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Growing Up with Yoga Mom/What's It Like to be a Teenager These Days 1:04:41

4+ y ago1:04:41

1:04:41

What's it like growing up with a yogic mom and more importantly what's it like being a teenager these days? It started as an interview and ended up being a philosophical conversation. Join us and listen to her viewpoint on growing up, depression, art and life in general. What's the most important thing to her. Was it nurture or nature that made her…

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The Struggle in Hot Yoga is for REAL! 15:32

4+ y ago15:32

15:32

Today I go off the "deep philosophical" road and share some of my struggles with hot yoga. From the sweating, to the farting and everything in between. Listen this is YOGA!!!!! but it's also "just" yoga. Taking ourselves and it so seriously takes the joy and effortlessness in it. #podcasts #listening #podcast #love #work #people #time #apple #apple…

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You're A Liar - But You Don't Have to Be 35:30

5y ago35:30

35:30

Now that I have your attention...how many lies do we tell ourselves? How many times have we justified and rationalized a circumstance or our behavior to satisfy ourselves, not have to take a chance or just stay in the comfort zone. Today we review the lies we tell ourselves about ourselves. #podcasts #listening #podcast #love #work #people #time #a…

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Loving Kindness Guided Meditation 15:00

5y ago15:00

15:00

The non-judgmental quality of mindfulness is very important. However, the absence of judgment toward unwanted experiences is necessary but not sufficient. We also need to cultivate the presence of kindness, compassion and love – toward ourselves, toward others, and toward the inevitable unwanted, painful and otherwise distressing experiences in lif…

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How to Get Off the Emotional Roller Coaster of Life! 39:53

5y ago39:53

39:53

In Episode 6, I've provided a short "Loving Kindness" guided meditation to help you cultivate contentment with yourself and to offer loving kindness to all beings. Click here to download the guided meditation. We give so much power to the emotions we feel. There are three general emotional tracks in life: happiness, sadness and contentment. This is…

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Yogic Breath and Orgasms 26:12

5y ago26:12

26:12

In this episode we explore the connection between breath and orgasms. Learn how the energy that facilitates orgasms is the same energy for spiritual involution. It includes two breath exercises. 1. To use with your partner 2. To practice alone #podcasts #listening #podcast #love #work #people #time #apple #applepodcasts #day #looking #music #radio …

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What is Yoga Nidra? 22:10

5y ago22:10

22:10

Today we're exploring the practice of yoga nidra. What it is, how it benefits us and how to craft your resolution so that it is effective. In yoga nidra we do not actually go to sleep but instead teeter on the very edge of it. In fact you’ll hear me say “remember no sleeping” as I guide students in yoga nidra. It is the state between wakefulness an…

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Simple Approach to Relationships 19:18

5y ago19:18

19:18

In yoga Sutra 1:33 we find the Four Locks and Four Keys, a practical-as-can-be sutra that gives responses to four major types of behavior people exhibit. The lock is a human behavior that can trigger our behavior; the key is what keeps the mind calmed from the whirlwinds to help us experience or keep us the state of Yoga. Check out yoga nidra medit…

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The Healing is Behind the Story We Tell Ourselves 24:53

5y ago24:53

24:53

We misidentify with many things in this life. We confuse what we do, say, think, feel, experience and even own with what and who we really are. In this week's session I talk about how moving away from the stories we tell ourselves is a key to our healing. We'll learn about how the mind stores solutions from long ago limiting our ability to see thin…

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