Justine Elizabeth - Decoding Flow

06/30/24 • 71 min

The Flow Artists Podcast by Garden of Yoga

There's a reason we're called the Flow Artists Podcast, and that's because we're all about flow. In this fascinating episode of the Flow Artists podcast, we chat with Justine Elizabeth, a multi-talented flow artist and teacher. Justine's journey from psychology student to digital nomad and flow expert is truly inspiring. She defines flow states as the sweet spot where peak performance meets peak experience - it's where we're at our best and loving every minute of it. Justine's insights into the science behind flow are really eye-opening. She talks about her time at the Flow Centre in Australia, which sounds like a "digital pilgrimage" with people from all over the world. One cool tip she shares is using "functional music" to help induce flow states. There's even an app called Brain.fm that can help align your brain waves to get you in the zone. But it's not all about performance - Justine emphasizes the importance of emotional regulation and self-care, especially when you're pushing yourself. Her "triple A" approach (Acknowledge, Ask, Act) is a great tool for dealing with emotional challenges. She also talks about "dosing discomfort" to build resilience, which is a really interesting concept. At the heart of it all, Justine's message is about mind-body connection and integration. Whether you're a flow artist, a busy professional, or just someone looking to get more out of life, there are lots of practical tips here for creating more flow in your daily routine. From decluttering your space to reconnecting with childhood passions, it's all about setting yourself up for success and enjoyment. Links: Website: https://theflowcodes.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theflowcodes/

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Anjali Rao - Relearning Yoga History

As we learn in our conversation with Anjali Rao, what we learn of yoga history in our teacher trainings is often limited by the biases of heteropatriarchy, Brahmanism and colonialism. While what we get from our text books might hit many of the major points, this story is just as notable for whom it excludes. For both Jo and Rane, this conversation was a huge recontextualisation of what they thought they knew and a wonderful relearning of yoga history. Anjali Rao is a writer, the host of The Love of Yoga podcast, President of the Board of Directors of Accessible Yoga, and as she shares in our conversation is now beginning a Doctorate of Philosophy and Religion, with a concentration on Women’s Spirituality, a trans disciplinary program that delves into a feminist perspective and “explores varied spiritual, ecological, and political perspectives rooted in care for the Earth, each other, and the Sacred.” Anjali is an Indian American immigrant, a cancer survivor and believes that a dedicated practice of yoga in all its expansiveness can alchemize and heal the world by creating ripples of change within and around us. She brings a multi disciplinary approach, integrating yoga philosophy and history, with storytelling, imagery and poetry. She brings an awe inspiring depth of knowledge and potent critical insight to yoga history which makes for a great conversation! LINKS Website: https://www.yoganjali.me/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoganjali/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anjali.rao.509 Use the code MAKFLOW at https://www.makarlu.com/ to receive a 10% discount!

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Ambika Chadwick - Let the yoga meet you

Are you ready to discover how yoga can transform lives, regardless of age or mobility? In the latest episode of the Flow Artists podcast, host Jo Stewart sits down with Ambika Chadwick, the founder of The Yoga Social and Chair Yoga Australia. Ambika takes us on a journey from her early days as a dancer to becoming a passionate advocate for chair yoga, proving that yoga truly is for everyone. Ambika's story is a testament to the adaptability of yoga. She shares how her understanding of the practice evolved from seeing it as "just deep stretching" to embracing its profound physical and philosophical aspects. But it's her work with chair yoga that really shines. From nursing homes to community centers, Ambika has brought the joy of yoga to those who might have thought it was out of reach. Her "picking fruit" exercise, where students reach in all directions from their chairs, is just one example of how she makes yoga accessible, fun, and engaging for older adults. What's particularly touching is how Ambika's own journey with aging has deepened her teaching. She talks about becoming more attuned to her body's needs and how this has influenced her approach to yoga. It's a beautiful reminder that yoga meets us where we are, adapting to our changing bodies and lives. As Ambika puts it, "I now understand more and I understand that I can stretch a muscle, I can mobilise a joint, but I can't change the shape of my bones... and so I am going to pull back in certain poses and not push." For those inspired by Ambika's work, there's exciting news! She's offering a chair yoga teacher training at the Flow Artists' studio, Garden of Yoga, in September. Whether you're an experienced yoga teacher or someone new to teaching, this training promises to equip you with the skills to share the benefits of chair yoga with others. It's a chance to be part of spreading the empowering message that yoga is truly for everyone, no matter their age or physical condition. Links Website: https://www.theyogasocial.com/ Chair Yoga Teacher Training: https://www.facebook.com/events/1527539914771436 Dr Adam fields vocal exercises: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-SZ1r1dnho&list=PLx10M_1d-mu0C_v2jrzMOFPTAyXR4HYOt&pp=iAQB Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/flowartistspodcast