In this roundtable episode, yoga teachers from around the country gather to reflect on how yoga has shaped their lives and how yoga can shape the world. Through honest stories of grief, connection, and presence, they share insights on how the practice of yoga can help us connect with ourselves, our communities, and create a ripple effect that extends into our lives and the lives of our students.

Thank you to the participating yoga teachers:

Ally Braxton

@allybraxton

Ally Braxton on Facebook

Denisse Aimar

@denisse.aimar

linktr.ee/denisseaimar

Hannah Winokur

@hannypack

Jen Armistead

@yogaendeavour

yogaendeavour.com

Dr. Meredith Calvert

@meriyogasf

meriyoga.com

wildcalmretreats.com

Dr. Meredith's Podcast "Calm With Me"

Victoria Luciana

@__victorialuciana

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Time Stamps:

00:00 intro

02:09 how did yoga change your life?

06:32 “yoga allowed me to save myself”

08:47 yoga practice during grief

13:00 how can yoga change the world?

15:54 presence and movement over fear

20:25 sharing the wisdom of yoga creates a ripple effect

25:10 “yoga enables you to be your own home”

27:57 developing a lens of compassion and kindness

30:40 start by being honest with yourself on the mat

32:16 billboard messages

40:13 closing