Essential Conversations for Yoga Teachers Wed, 15 Apr 2026 02:38:05 -0400 http://www.enhanced-body.com en-us © 2026 Essential Conversations for Yoga Teachers yes Support this Podcast e23a436a-ca44-5dcc-b40e-234b13e81265 Monica Bright episodic false The podcast for yoga teachers centered around important conversations for yoga teachers to discuss, reflect, and implement. From class planning to business strategy, these conversations help yoga teachers build the business that will help keep them teaching long-term and with a sustainable income. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) yoga, yoga teacher, yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga continuing education, yoga alliance, yoga conversations, yoga discussions, yoga sequencing, yoga teaching Monica Bright https://storage.buzzsprout.com/bpe8vfrp5gqysylttawv4kuxxufs?.jpg Essential Conversations for Yoga Teachers http://www.enhanced-body.com Monica Bright Ep 120: Poses That Trigger Hip Discomfort & How to Modify Them Safely Ep 120: Poses That Trigger Hip Discomfort & How to Modify Them Safely Hip pain is one of the most common complaints yoga teachers hear from students, but knowing how to modify thoughtfully for students experiencing hip discomfort can feel overwhelming. Certain poses like Pigeon, low lunges, Warriors, wide-legged forward folds, deep squats, and seated cross-legged positions frequently trigger hip sensitivity. Learn to understand why hips can be so reactive in yoga practice, which specific movements tend to create discomfort, and how to offer intelligent modifications will help you support students with hip pain. This episode breaks down the common poses that trigger hip discomfort and gives you practical modification strategies you can use immediately. 

Listen & learn:

  • Why Students Feel Pain In Their Hips In Yoga
  • Common Yoga Poses That Trigger Hip Pain
  • Practical Modifications for Hip-Opening Poses
  • Language That Reduces Nervous System Threat
  • The Difference Between Flexibility vs. Structure vs. Pain
  • How To Build Capacity Through Exposure
  • When to Refer Students to Medical Professionals

Hip pain is common in yoga students, but with thoughtful modifications and language that reduces threat, you can create safe environments for students to explore hip movement and rebuild capacity.

Resources Mentioned:

Half Pigeon Pose: Avoiding Pain & Injury (FREE) - Why Pigeon is challenging, what's happening in the hip, modification options

Sequencing for Students with Injuries (FREE) - Structure classes for students with different pain types

Teaching Students with Injuries Mentorship  Real-time support for your students

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]]> Hip pain is one of the most common complaints yoga teachers hear from students, but knowing how to modify thoughtfully for students experiencing hip discomfort can feel overwhelming. Certain poses like Pigeon, low lunges, Warriors, wide-legged forward folds, deep squats, and seated cross-legged positions frequently trigger hip sensitivity. Learn to understand why hips can be so reactive in yoga practice, which specific movements tend to create discomfort, and how to offer intelligent modifications will help you support students with hip pain. This episode breaks down the common poses that trigger hip discomfort and gives you practical modification strategies you can use immediately. 

Listen & learn:

  • Why Students Feel Pain In Their Hips In Yoga
  • Common Yoga Poses That Trigger Hip Pain
  • Practical Modifications for Hip-Opening Poses
  • Language That Reduces Nervous System Threat
  • The Difference Between Flexibility vs. Structure vs. Pain
  • How To Build Capacity Through Exposure
  • When to Refer Students to Medical Professionals

Hip pain is common in yoga students, but with thoughtful modifications and language that reduces threat, you can create safe environments for students to explore hip movement and rebuild capacity.

Resources Mentioned:

Half Pigeon Pose: Avoiding Pain & Injury (FREE) - Why Pigeon is challenging, what's happening in the hip, modification options

Sequencing for Students with Injuries (FREE) - Structure classes for students with different pain types

Teaching Students with Injuries Mentorship  Real-time support for your students

Click HERE to send me a text & let me know your thoughts on this episode!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18930461 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1468 full false Ep 119: What to Say When a Student Asks 'Will This Hurt My Injury? Ep 119: What to Say When a Student Asks 'Will This Hurt My Injury? The moment a student asks, "Will this hurt my injury?" can be one of the most anxiety-inducing experiences for yoga teachers. The fear of saying the wrong thing, of not knowing enough about their specific condition, of accidentally making something worse keeps many teachers trapped in silence or vague responses like "just listen to your body." But confident communication with injured students doesn't require knowing everything about every condition. It requires understanding what your actual job is, having a simple framework to rely on, and permitting yourself to be honest when you don't know something. This episode walks you through exactly how to talk to injured students with confidence, even when you're not familiar with their specific injury. I'll cover:

  • Understanding Your Actual Job When Students Ask About Injuries
  • Why These Conversations Feel So Scary for Yoga Teachers
  • The Simple Framework That Works for Any Injury
  • What to Actually Say When Students Mention Specific Injuries
  • Permission to Say I Don't Know
  • Building Confidence Through Practice, Not Perfection

Talking to injured students becomes one of the most meaningful parts of teaching when you understand what your job actually is and trust that you have what you need.

Resources Mentioned:

10 Questions to Ask Injured Students (FREE)  - Ten specific questions that give you the information you need to modify thoughtfully without requiring medical expertise

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]]> The moment a student asks, "Will this hurt my injury?" can be one of the most anxiety-inducing experiences for yoga teachers. The fear of saying the wrong thing, of not knowing enough about their specific condition, of accidentally making something worse keeps many teachers trapped in silence or vague responses like "just listen to your body." But confident communication with injured students doesn't require knowing everything about every condition. It requires understanding what your actual job is, having a simple framework to rely on, and permitting yourself to be honest when you don't know something. This episode walks you through exactly how to talk to injured students with confidence, even when you're not familiar with their specific injury. I'll cover:

  • Understanding Your Actual Job When Students Ask About Injuries
  • Why These Conversations Feel So Scary for Yoga Teachers
  • The Simple Framework That Works for Any Injury
  • What to Actually Say When Students Mention Specific Injuries
  • Permission to Say I Don't Know
  • Building Confidence Through Practice, Not Perfection

Talking to injured students becomes one of the most meaningful parts of teaching when you understand what your job actually is and trust that you have what you need.

Resources Mentioned:

10 Questions to Ask Injured Students (FREE)  - Ten specific questions that give you the information you need to modify thoughtfully without requiring medical expertise

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18894281 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1390 full false Ep 118: Teaching Yoga to Students with Bursitis Ep 118: Teaching Yoga to Students with Bursitis Bursitis, inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs that reduce friction in the shoulder, can make overhead movements and weight-bearing poses uncomfortable. But understanding how to work with students who have bursitis doesn't require a degree in physical therapy. It requires foundational knowledge of modern pain science, intelligent modification strategies, and language that reduces nervous system threat. This episode breaks down what yoga teachers actually need to know about teaching yoga to students with bursitis, from the initial conversation through specific pose modifications to knowing when to refer out.

What You'll Learn About Teaching Yoga to Students with Bursitis:

  • What is Bursitis?
  • Understanding Bursitis from a Modern Pain Science Perspective 
  • The Initial Conversation That Sets You and Your Students Up for Success 
  • Practical Modifications for Common Yoga Poses with Bursitis 
  • Language That Reduces The Threat to the Nervous System
  • Building Capacity Through Exposure, and
  • When to Refer Students to Medical Professionals 

Teaching students with bursitis is absolutely within your scope when you understand the modern pain science behind their experience, offer intelligent modifications using language that reduces threat, and know when to refer for additional support.

Resources Mentioned:

Free: Rotator Cuff Injury Training  - Comprehensive shoulder anatomy and modification strategies

The First Step to Teaching Students with Pain ($34) - Foundational skills for working with any injured student

Teaching Students with Injuries Mentorship  - Ongoing support for real students in real time

 Related Episodes:

Ep 114: How to Teach Yoga to Students with Lower Back Pain

Ep 116: Students With Wrist Pain In Your Yoga Classes?

Ep 72: When to Refer Out: Recognizing the Limits of Your Scope

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]]> Bursitis, inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs that reduce friction in the shoulder, can make overhead movements and weight-bearing poses uncomfortable. But understanding how to work with students who have bursitis doesn't require a degree in physical therapy. It requires foundational knowledge of modern pain science, intelligent modification strategies, and language that reduces nervous system threat. This episode breaks down what yoga teachers actually need to know about teaching yoga to students with bursitis, from the initial conversation through specific pose modifications to knowing when to refer out.

What You'll Learn About Teaching Yoga to Students with Bursitis:

  • What is Bursitis?
  • Understanding Bursitis from a Modern Pain Science Perspective 
  • The Initial Conversation That Sets You and Your Students Up for Success 
  • Practical Modifications for Common Yoga Poses with Bursitis 
  • Language That Reduces The Threat to the Nervous System
  • Building Capacity Through Exposure, and
  • When to Refer Students to Medical Professionals 

Teaching students with bursitis is absolutely within your scope when you understand the modern pain science behind their experience, offer intelligent modifications using language that reduces threat, and know when to refer for additional support.

Resources Mentioned:

Free: Rotator Cuff Injury Training  - Comprehensive shoulder anatomy and modification strategies

The First Step to Teaching Students with Pain ($34) - Foundational skills for working with any injured student

Teaching Students with Injuries Mentorship  - Ongoing support for real students in real time

 Related Episodes:

Ep 114: How to Teach Yoga to Students with Lower Back Pain

Ep 116: Students With Wrist Pain In Your Yoga Classes?

Ep 72: When to Refer Out: Recognizing the Limits of Your Scope

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18855026 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1555 full false Ep 117: Do Yoga Teachers Need to Know Anatomy? How Much Is Enough to Teach Safely Ep 117: Do Yoga Teachers Need to Know Anatomy? How Much Is Enough to Teach Safely Do yoga teachers need to know anatomy? Yes, but probably not as much as you think, and in a different way than you think. If you've been caught in the cycle of taking endless anatomy courses, still feeling like you don't know enough to work with students who have pain, this episode breaks down what you actually need to know versus what you think you need to know.

Learn the essential anatomy knowledge every teacher should have, what's useful but not mandatory, and what you can let go of. 

Discover why understanding modern pain science matters more than memorizing every anatomical detail, and how to apply the knowledge you already have. This episode is for yoga teachers who want clarity on where to focus their learning so they can stop spinning in perpetual student mode and start confidently applying what they know.

In this episode, we cover:

  • Essential Anatomy Knowledge for Yoga Teachers
  • Why Modern Pain Science Changes What Anatomy Matters
  • How Much Anatomy Is Actually Enough to Teach Students with Pain
  • Applying Anatomy Knowledge in Real Teaching Situations
  • Why More Courses Don't Equal More Confidence

Understand why taking endless anatomy courses without applying what you learn keeps you in perpetual student mode. And discover how to shift from consuming information to applying what you already know.

Ready to understand the nervous system's role in pain and movement? Get the Nervous System Toolkit for practical anatomy knowledge that immediately impacts how you teach students with pain. This resource (a 3-part workbook on the nervous system, yoga nidra, and pose modifications) bridges the gap between anatomy and pain science, giving you an applied understanding you can use in your very next class.

Related Episodes:

Ep 114: How to Teach Yoga to Students with Lower Back Pain

Ep 66: Staying Within Your Scope of Practice

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]]> Do yoga teachers need to know anatomy? Yes, but probably not as much as you think, and in a different way than you think. If you've been caught in the cycle of taking endless anatomy courses, still feeling like you don't know enough to work with students who have pain, this episode breaks down what you actually need to know versus what you think you need to know.

Learn the essential anatomy knowledge every teacher should have, what's useful but not mandatory, and what you can let go of. 

Discover why understanding modern pain science matters more than memorizing every anatomical detail, and how to apply the knowledge you already have. This episode is for yoga teachers who want clarity on where to focus their learning so they can stop spinning in perpetual student mode and start confidently applying what they know.

In this episode, we cover:

  • Essential Anatomy Knowledge for Yoga Teachers
  • Why Modern Pain Science Changes What Anatomy Matters
  • How Much Anatomy Is Actually Enough to Teach Students with Pain
  • Applying Anatomy Knowledge in Real Teaching Situations
  • Why More Courses Don't Equal More Confidence

Understand why taking endless anatomy courses without applying what you learn keeps you in perpetual student mode. And discover how to shift from consuming information to applying what you already know.

Ready to understand the nervous system's role in pain and movement? Get the Nervous System Toolkit for practical anatomy knowledge that immediately impacts how you teach students with pain. This resource (a 3-part workbook on the nervous system, yoga nidra, and pose modifications) bridges the gap between anatomy and pain science, giving you an applied understanding you can use in your very next class.

Related Episodes:

Ep 114: How to Teach Yoga to Students with Lower Back Pain

Ep 66: Staying Within Your Scope of Practice

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18817005 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1878 full false Ep 116: Students With Wrist Pain In Your Yoga Classes? Here's How to Help! Ep 116: Students With Wrist Pain In Your Yoga Classes? Here's How to Help! Yoga modifications for wrist pain are essential skills for any teacher leading vinyasa or flow-based classes, yet most teacher trainings barely cover them. If you've ever noticed a student skip plank, chaturangas, or even table top pose, this episode will help you understand why and offer strategies you can incorporate into your very next class. 

Learn multiple practical modifications for Down Dog, Plank, Chaturanga, and Table Top that actually work. Discover how to use invitational language that creates exploration, and understand how to help students build their capacity over time. This episode is for yoga teachers who want to create truly accessible classes where students with wrist sensitivity can fully participate instead of sitting out half the poses. We'll cover:

  • Yoga Modifications for Down Dog with Wrist Pain
  • How to Modify Plank and Chaturanga for Wrist Pain
  • Making Table Top and Cat-Cow Accessible for Sensitive Wrists
  • Using Language That Reduces Threat Instead of Increasing It, and
  • Sequencing Classes for Students with Wrist Sensitivity

Learn why wrist warm-ups matter, how to vary weight-bearing patterns throughout class, when to offer rest breaks, and how to balance challenging sequences with recovery time. Finally, discover how thoughtful sequencing prevents repetitive strain while students build capacity.

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]]> Yoga modifications for wrist pain are essential skills for any teacher leading vinyasa or flow-based classes, yet most teacher trainings barely cover them. If you've ever noticed a student skip plank, chaturangas, or even table top pose, this episode will help you understand why and offer strategies you can incorporate into your very next class. 

Learn multiple practical modifications for Down Dog, Plank, Chaturanga, and Table Top that actually work. Discover how to use invitational language that creates exploration, and understand how to help students build their capacity over time. This episode is for yoga teachers who want to create truly accessible classes where students with wrist sensitivity can fully participate instead of sitting out half the poses. We'll cover:

  • Yoga Modifications for Down Dog with Wrist Pain
  • How to Modify Plank and Chaturanga for Wrist Pain
  • Making Table Top and Cat-Cow Accessible for Sensitive Wrists
  • Using Language That Reduces Threat Instead of Increasing It, and
  • Sequencing Classes for Students with Wrist Sensitivity

Learn why wrist warm-ups matter, how to vary weight-bearing patterns throughout class, when to offer rest breaks, and how to balance challenging sequences with recovery time. Finally, discover how thoughtful sequencing prevents repetitive strain while students build capacity.

Related Episodes:

Free Resources:

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18775748 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1719 full false Ep 115: Mindset, Impostor Syndrome, and Your Scope of Practice Ep 115: Mindset, Impostor Syndrome, and Your Scope of Practice Yoga teacher impostor syndrome keeps qualified teachers from working with students who have pain and injuries. If you've ever avoided a student with an injury because you thought "I'm not a physical therapist" or "I don't know enough anatomy," this episode addresses the real barrier: not your scope of practice, but the belief that you're not enough. Learn why the thoughts keeping you stuck are impostor syndrome, not the truth. Discover the unique value you bring that no physical therapist can replicate, and understand why you don't need the expertise you think you need. This episode is for yoga teachers who care about accessibility and inclusion but feel paralyzed by fear and comparison when students with pain want to take their classes.

Understand why "is this within my scope?" is often not really a scope question at all, it's impostor syndrome disguised as professional caution. Learn to recognize the thoughts that keep you stuck: comparing yourself to physical therapists, believing you need to know everything about anatomy, fearing you'll make things worse, and thinking everyone else is more confident than you. These beliefs aren't protecting your students; they're keeping you from serving the ones who need you.

  • Discover the fundamental difference between clinical expertise (what PTs have) and teaching expertise (what you have). 
  • Learn why you can't build confidence by taking more courses or waiting to feel ready; you build it through practice with real students.
  • Understand what students with pain are really seeking when they come to your class.
  • Address the fear that paralyzes more yoga teachers than anything else: "What if I hurt someone?"

Understand the critical mindset shift from trying to be an expert who fixes people to being a skilled facilitator who creates safe environments for exploration. 

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]]> Yoga teacher impostor syndrome keeps qualified teachers from working with students who have pain and injuries. If you've ever avoided a student with an injury because you thought "I'm not a physical therapist" or "I don't know enough anatomy," this episode addresses the real barrier: not your scope of practice, but the belief that you're not enough. Learn why the thoughts keeping you stuck are impostor syndrome, not the truth. Discover the unique value you bring that no physical therapist can replicate, and understand why you don't need the expertise you think you need. This episode is for yoga teachers who care about accessibility and inclusion but feel paralyzed by fear and comparison when students with pain want to take their classes.

Understand why "is this within my scope?" is often not really a scope question at all, it's impostor syndrome disguised as professional caution. Learn to recognize the thoughts that keep you stuck: comparing yourself to physical therapists, believing you need to know everything about anatomy, fearing you'll make things worse, and thinking everyone else is more confident than you. These beliefs aren't protecting your students; they're keeping you from serving the ones who need you.

  • Discover the fundamental difference between clinical expertise (what PTs have) and teaching expertise (what you have). 
  • Learn why you can't build confidence by taking more courses or waiting to feel ready; you build it through practice with real students.
  • Understand what students with pain are really seeking when they come to your class.
  • Address the fear that paralyzes more yoga teachers than anything else: "What if I hurt someone?"

Understand the critical mindset shift from trying to be an expert who fixes people to being a skilled facilitator who creates safe environments for exploration. 

Related Episodes:

Free Resources:

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18732694 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1999 full false Ep 114: How to Teach Yoga to Students with Lower Back Pain Ep 114: How to Teach Yoga to Students with Lower Back Pain Students with lower back pain is one of the most common complaints that yoga teachers encounter, yet most teachers feel completely unprepared to help students with back injuries. If you've ever felt like you're not sure how to respond when a student asks, "Will this pose hurt my back?" this episode is for you. 

Learn the essential conversation framework for talking with students about lower back pain, the core principles that will help guide your teaching decisions, and specific modifications for forward folds, Downward Facing Dog, Cat/Cow explorations, and Plank variations. This episode will help you feel more confident teaching students with lower back pain instead of avoiding them, and it offers specific cueing language for each modification.

I'll also give you the exact questions to ask before class and discover how to create a collaborative relationship (between you and your student) instead of an anxious one.

You'll leave with a clear understanding of what's within your role and what's not. Learn why teaching students with back pain is absolutely within your scope, plus when you should refer students to medical professionals.


Download 10 Questions to Ask Injured Students (free) and get the exact framework for supportive conversations about pain. This tool removes guesswork and helps you approach injured students with confidence.

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]]> Students with lower back pain is one of the most common complaints that yoga teachers encounter, yet most teachers feel completely unprepared to help students with back injuries. If you've ever felt like you're not sure how to respond when a student asks, "Will this pose hurt my back?" this episode is for you. 

Learn the essential conversation framework for talking with students about lower back pain, the core principles that will help guide your teaching decisions, and specific modifications for forward folds, Downward Facing Dog, Cat/Cow explorations, and Plank variations. This episode will help you feel more confident teaching students with lower back pain instead of avoiding them, and it offers specific cueing language for each modification.

I'll also give you the exact questions to ask before class and discover how to create a collaborative relationship (between you and your student) instead of an anxious one.

You'll leave with a clear understanding of what's within your role and what's not. Learn why teaching students with back pain is absolutely within your scope, plus when you should refer students to medical professionals.


Download 10 Questions to Ask Injured Students (free) and get the exact framework for supportive conversations about pain. This tool removes guesswork and helps you approach injured students with confidence.

Related Episodes:

Free Resources:

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18694274 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 1722 full false Ep 113: Sequencing Considerations Ep 113: Sequencing Considerations Creating a new yoga sequence can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to account for student needs, your own teaching goals, and the realities of the world outside the studio. In this episode, we explore the key considerations to have when planning a sequence so the process feels intentional.

You will hear how anchoring a class around a simple concept or intention can bring clarity, and why familiarity, pacing, and repetition are powerful tools for supporting presence and awareness.

If you have ever felt unsure about how to start planning a sequence, or felt pressure to make every class new or impressive, this conversation will help you reconnect with sequencing as a relational skill. One that supports students, honors your capacity, and brings you back to what matters most in your teaching.

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]]> Creating a new yoga sequence can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to account for student needs, your own teaching goals, and the realities of the world outside the studio. In this episode, we explore the key considerations to have when planning a sequence so the process feels intentional.

You will hear how anchoring a class around a simple concept or intention can bring clarity, and why familiarity, pacing, and repetition are powerful tools for supporting presence and awareness.

If you have ever felt unsure about how to start planning a sequence, or felt pressure to make every class new or impressive, this conversation will help you reconnect with sequencing as a relational skill. One that supports students, honors your capacity, and brings you back to what matters most in your teaching.

Click HERE to send me a text & let me know your thoughts on this episode!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18649585 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 756 full false Ep 112: What Changes When You Sequence Based on the Idea That Poses Belong Together? Ep 112: What Changes When You Sequence Based on the Idea That Poses Belong Together? Did you learn to sequence by linking individual poses together, focusing on flow, creativity, or what your sequence will look like visually? While this is movement, it doesn't always create clarity with you or your students. In this episode, we explore why thinking in pose families instead of isolated postures can completely change how you approach sequencing.

You will learn how grouping poses into families, such as backbends, hip openers, and spinal twists, helps you understand the function of a pose, prepare your students’ bodies more effectively, and set a clear tone for your class. 

We discuss how this approach supports accessibility with students, reduces your feeling of overwhelm when it comes to sequencing, and allows you to offer meaningful variations without losing the intention of the practice you intend to teach.

This episode also highlights the vital role of neutral and symmetrical poses. 

This conversation will help you return to a more grounded and sustainable approach to your sequencing. Pose families offer you a framework to work with and allow your yoga classes to feel purposeful, inclusive, and intentional.

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]]> Did you learn to sequence by linking individual poses together, focusing on flow, creativity, or what your sequence will look like visually? While this is movement, it doesn't always create clarity with you or your students. In this episode, we explore why thinking in pose families instead of isolated postures can completely change how you approach sequencing.

You will learn how grouping poses into families, such as backbends, hip openers, and spinal twists, helps you understand the function of a pose, prepare your students’ bodies more effectively, and set a clear tone for your class. 

We discuss how this approach supports accessibility with students, reduces your feeling of overwhelm when it comes to sequencing, and allows you to offer meaningful variations without losing the intention of the practice you intend to teach.

This episode also highlights the vital role of neutral and symmetrical poses. 

This conversation will help you return to a more grounded and sustainable approach to your sequencing. Pose families offer you a framework to work with and allow your yoga classes to feel purposeful, inclusive, and intentional.

Click HERE to send me a text & let me know your thoughts on this episode!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18611407 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 831 full false Ep 111: The Missing Link Between Anatomy Knowledge and Sequencing Ep 111: The Missing Link Between Anatomy Knowledge and Sequencing Have you spent years studying anatomy, yet still feel uncertain when it comes to sequencing classes that truly support your students? Do you know the muscles, the actions, and the terminology, but something feels disconnected when you teach real bodies through real movement? This episode explores why that gap exists and how to bridge it.

In this conversation, we unpack the difference between knowing anatomy and understanding function. You will learn how shifting your perspective from individual muscles to movement patterns changes how you design classes, prepare students for poses, and adapt when things don't go as planned.

We also explore how functional sequencing supports students with pain, injuries, and diverse movement histories. I'll explain functional Warrior 2, and help you understand what this pose is asking of the student's body, which (once you spot it) can reshape the entire intention behind the sequencing of your classes.

This episode is for you if you want to stop second-guessing your sequences and start trusting your ability to respond to the students in front of you. If you have ever felt like you know the anatomy but struggle to apply it, this conversation will help you connect the dots and teach with greater clarity and understanding.

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]]> Have you spent years studying anatomy, yet still feel uncertain when it comes to sequencing classes that truly support your students? Do you know the muscles, the actions, and the terminology, but something feels disconnected when you teach real bodies through real movement? This episode explores why that gap exists and how to bridge it.

In this conversation, we unpack the difference between knowing anatomy and understanding function. You will learn how shifting your perspective from individual muscles to movement patterns changes how you design classes, prepare students for poses, and adapt when things don't go as planned.

We also explore how functional sequencing supports students with pain, injuries, and diverse movement histories. I'll explain functional Warrior 2, and help you understand what this pose is asking of the student's body, which (once you spot it) can reshape the entire intention behind the sequencing of your classes.

This episode is for you if you want to stop second-guessing your sequences and start trusting your ability to respond to the students in front of you. If you have ever felt like you know the anatomy but struggle to apply it, this conversation will help you connect the dots and teach with greater clarity and understanding.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18571499 Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 793 full false Ep 110: Teaching Yoga As A Personal Relationship Ep 110: Teaching Yoga As A Personal Relationship Yoga has evolved into a practice of performance. It's become more about the depth of a pose, the complexity of a sequence, or how much a student can practice asana. Yoga was never meant to be a performance. It has always been intended to cultivate a relationship between one's body, mind, and awareness.

In this episode, we explore how you can shift from helping students “do” yoga to helping them experience it. You’ll learn how to reframe your language so that your cues foster curiosity instead of achievement, and how to encourage students to learn to trust their own bodies through choice, awareness, and adaptability.

This episode will help you see teaching as presence, where awareness replaces perfection, and growth happens through exploration, not execution.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to keep your classes exciting, impressive, or “Social media-worthy,” this conversation will help you return to the teachings of yoga that truly matter: connection, awareness, and trust.

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]]> Yoga has evolved into a practice of performance. It's become more about the depth of a pose, the complexity of a sequence, or how much a student can practice asana. Yoga was never meant to be a performance. It has always been intended to cultivate a relationship between one's body, mind, and awareness.

In this episode, we explore how you can shift from helping students “do” yoga to helping them experience it. You’ll learn how to reframe your language so that your cues foster curiosity instead of achievement, and how to encourage students to learn to trust their own bodies through choice, awareness, and adaptability.

This episode will help you see teaching as presence, where awareness replaces perfection, and growth happens through exploration, not execution.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to keep your classes exciting, impressive, or “Social media-worthy,” this conversation will help you return to the teachings of yoga that truly matter: connection, awareness, and trust.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18533875 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 803 full false Ep 109: Teaching: Shift from Authority to Curiosity-Based Ep 109: Teaching: Shift from Authority to Curiosity-Based When you first start teaching yoga, you’re told to "own the room!" To have a plan, know your sequence, and be the authority at the front of the room. But what happens when your sense of authority starts to feel restrictive? When your carefully crafted sequence doesn’t match the energy or needs of the students in class that day?

In this episode, we explore what it means to shift from teaching with authority to teaching with curiosity. You’ll learn how curiosity will allow you to stay flexible, responsive, and deeply connected to your students’ experience. 

I’ll talk about what it really looks like to “read the room,” how to adjust your sequence in real time without wavering in your confidence, and why this ability to adapt is one of the most valuable (and learnable) skills you can develop. 

You’ll also learn how curiosity fosters empathy, supports nervous system regulation, and builds trust between you and your students, and with yourself as a teacher.

This conversation is for you if you've ever felt torn between sticking to your sequence and responding to students' needs in the moment. 

Teaching with curiosity doesn’t mean you know less; it means you’re paying attention to your students more. It’s what turns good instruction into an authentic connection and response.

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]]> When you first start teaching yoga, you’re told to "own the room!" To have a plan, know your sequence, and be the authority at the front of the room. But what happens when your sense of authority starts to feel restrictive? When your carefully crafted sequence doesn’t match the energy or needs of the students in class that day?

In this episode, we explore what it means to shift from teaching with authority to teaching with curiosity. You’ll learn how curiosity will allow you to stay flexible, responsive, and deeply connected to your students’ experience. 

I’ll talk about what it really looks like to “read the room,” how to adjust your sequence in real time without wavering in your confidence, and why this ability to adapt is one of the most valuable (and learnable) skills you can develop. 

You’ll also learn how curiosity fosters empathy, supports nervous system regulation, and builds trust between you and your students, and with yourself as a teacher.

This conversation is for you if you've ever felt torn between sticking to your sequence and responding to students' needs in the moment. 

Teaching with curiosity doesn’t mean you know less; it means you’re paying attention to your students more. It’s what turns good instruction into an authentic connection and response.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18495073 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 973 full false Ep 108: Why Your Verbal Cues Aren’t Always Enough Ep 108: Why Your Verbal Cues Aren’t Always Enough We've all been there... we cue something that makes perfect sense in our own minds… but a student doesn’t quite understand. Maybe your students look confused, or move in completely different directions. It’s not that your cue was bad; it’s that language doesn’t always translate directly into movement.

In this episode, we’re unpacking why verbal cues alone aren’t enough and how different learning styles, nervous system states, and physical experiences shape how students receive your instructions. You’ll learn why some students need to see or feel what you’re describing, how nervous system regulation impacts comprehension, and how to diversify your teaching beyond words.

We’ll talk about the importance of demoing poses and transitions, the power of silence, and why your tone and pacing matter more than you realize. You’ll leave this episode with practical strategies to communicate more clearly, reach every student in the room, and teach with a deeper sense of presence and adaptability.

Whether you teach flow, restorative, or therapeutic yoga, this conversation will help you see cueing as more than words. It'll help you realize that your teaching is a form of communication that connects you more deeply with your students.

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]]> We've all been there... we cue something that makes perfect sense in our own minds… but a student doesn’t quite understand. Maybe your students look confused, or move in completely different directions. It’s not that your cue was bad; it’s that language doesn’t always translate directly into movement.

In this episode, we’re unpacking why verbal cues alone aren’t enough and how different learning styles, nervous system states, and physical experiences shape how students receive your instructions. You’ll learn why some students need to see or feel what you’re describing, how nervous system regulation impacts comprehension, and how to diversify your teaching beyond words.

We’ll talk about the importance of demoing poses and transitions, the power of silence, and why your tone and pacing matter more than you realize. You’ll leave this episode with practical strategies to communicate more clearly, reach every student in the room, and teach with a deeper sense of presence and adaptability.

Whether you teach flow, restorative, or therapeutic yoga, this conversation will help you see cueing as more than words. It'll help you realize that your teaching is a form of communication that connects you more deeply with your students.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18455781 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 1014 full false Ep 107: Why Warrior 2 Looks and Feels Different for Every Student Ep 107: Why Warrior 2 Looks and Feels Different for Every Student Warrior 2 is one of the most recognizable poses in yoga, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, we take a deeper look at why this seemingly simple posture can feel so different from one student to the next. From hip structure and ankle mobility to past injuries, nervous system responses, and trust in the body, we uncover the many factors that shape a student’s experience in this foundational pose.

We'll cover how skeletal variations influence alignment, why flexibility isn’t the only factor, and how nervous system regulation can change how a pose feels in the moment. We’ll also explore how teaching Warrior 2 through an individualized point of view can help students move with more awareness and confidence, rather than forcing them into a single “correct” alignment of the pose.

Whether you’re a new teacher or a seasoned instructor, this conversation will help you see Warrior II through a more compassionate and anatomically-informed lens.

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]]> Warrior 2 is one of the most recognizable poses in yoga, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode, we take a deeper look at why this seemingly simple posture can feel so different from one student to the next. From hip structure and ankle mobility to past injuries, nervous system responses, and trust in the body, we uncover the many factors that shape a student’s experience in this foundational pose.

We'll cover how skeletal variations influence alignment, why flexibility isn’t the only factor, and how nervous system regulation can change how a pose feels in the moment. We’ll also explore how teaching Warrior 2 through an individualized point of view can help students move with more awareness and confidence, rather than forcing them into a single “correct” alignment of the pose.

Whether you’re a new teacher or a seasoned instructor, this conversation will help you see Warrior II through a more compassionate and anatomically-informed lens.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18426354 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 976 full false Ep 106: The Myth of Perfect Alignment Ep 106: The Myth of Perfect Alignment In this episode, we’re talking about one of yoga’s most persistent myths: that there’s such a thing as perfect alignment. Many of us were taught that safety and skill are determined by how closely a student’s alignment matches the positioning that you saw in a picture. However, modern understanding of anatomy, pain science, and the nervous system tells us a very different story.

Alignment looks and feels different for every student. Their structure, past injuries, and proprioceptive awareness all influence how a student experiences movement. 

I’ll talk about how & if you should pause your class when your cues aren’t landing, how to communicate function rather than shape, and how to help students explore alignment through curiosity instead of correction. You'll understand how nervous system regulation plays into physical expression and how fostering safety can change the way your students move and learn.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a more modern perspective on alignment and practical ways to bring individualized, inclusive, and evidence-informed teaching into your classes. 

If you want to evolve past outdated alignment rules and start teaching from a place of understanding, compassion, and adaptability, this is the episode. 

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]]> In this episode, we’re talking about one of yoga’s most persistent myths: that there’s such a thing as perfect alignment. Many of us were taught that safety and skill are determined by how closely a student’s alignment matches the positioning that you saw in a picture. However, modern understanding of anatomy, pain science, and the nervous system tells us a very different story.

Alignment looks and feels different for every student. Their structure, past injuries, and proprioceptive awareness all influence how a student experiences movement. 

I’ll talk about how & if you should pause your class when your cues aren’t landing, how to communicate function rather than shape, and how to help students explore alignment through curiosity instead of correction. You'll understand how nervous system regulation plays into physical expression and how fostering safety can change the way your students move and learn.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a more modern perspective on alignment and practical ways to bring individualized, inclusive, and evidence-informed teaching into your classes. 

If you want to evolve past outdated alignment rules and start teaching from a place of understanding, compassion, and adaptability, this is the episode. 

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18400825 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 982 full false Ep 105: Ever Felt Unprepared in Class? Here’s What To Do Ep 105: Ever Felt Unprepared in Class? Here’s What To Do Every yoga teacher knows this feeling, I know I do from time to time... It's the moment you prepare to teach and realize you don’t feel fully prepared. Maybe the energy of the room is different than you expected, a student comes with an injury you weren’t planning for, or the sequence you created suddenly doesn’t feel right for the students in the yoga room. In this episode, we explore what to do when you feel uncertain and how to handle it with confidence and authenticity.

You’ll learn how to regulate your nervous system before and during class, why flexibility in your teaching matters more than sticking to a rigid plan, and how moments of uncertainty can actually be signs of growth. 

Whether you’ve been teaching for years or you’re just starting, this episode offers grounded guidance for how to stay centered and confident, even when your plan seems to fall apart.

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]]> Every yoga teacher knows this feeling, I know I do from time to time... It's the moment you prepare to teach and realize you don’t feel fully prepared. Maybe the energy of the room is different than you expected, a student comes with an injury you weren’t planning for, or the sequence you created suddenly doesn’t feel right for the students in the yoga room. In this episode, we explore what to do when you feel uncertain and how to handle it with confidence and authenticity.

You’ll learn how to regulate your nervous system before and during class, why flexibility in your teaching matters more than sticking to a rigid plan, and how moments of uncertainty can actually be signs of growth. 

Whether you’ve been teaching for years or you’re just starting, this episode offers grounded guidance for how to stay centered and confident, even when your plan seems to fall apart.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18356321 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 874 full false Ep 104: Planning For A New Year: How to Work Smarter Ep 104: Planning For A New Year: How to Work Smarter Working smarter is not about “doing more.” Thinking this way is the mentality that keeps so many yoga teachers right on the edge of burnout. Instead of adding more classes or constantly creating brand new sequences every week, we’ll explore how to design a sustainable teaching ecosystem for 2026. One that supports your energy, honors your nervous system, and deepens your impact with students.

Discover how to plan your teaching year intentionally, build workshops and offerings that align with your students’ needs, and choose continuing education based on how it will transform your teaching. I'll offer you a few reflection questions and practical strategies for structuring your year around purpose, so you feel less pressure.

If you’re a yoga teacher ready to stop hustling and start teaching with more clarity and confidence, this episode will help you create a year that truly supports you and gets you excited about teaching in the year ahead!

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]]> Working smarter is not about “doing more.” Thinking this way is the mentality that keeps so many yoga teachers right on the edge of burnout. Instead of adding more classes or constantly creating brand new sequences every week, we’ll explore how to design a sustainable teaching ecosystem for 2026. One that supports your energy, honors your nervous system, and deepens your impact with students.

Discover how to plan your teaching year intentionally, build workshops and offerings that align with your students’ needs, and choose continuing education based on how it will transform your teaching. I'll offer you a few reflection questions and practical strategies for structuring your year around purpose, so you feel less pressure.

If you’re a yoga teacher ready to stop hustling and start teaching with more clarity and confidence, this episode will help you create a year that truly supports you and gets you excited about teaching in the year ahead!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18318988 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 908 full false Ep 103: Burnout: Why It Happens & What to Do About It Ep 103: Burnout: Why It Happens & What to Do About It Feeling drained or uninspired in your teaching? You’re not alone. In this episode, we explore why burnout happens for yoga teachers, how nervous system dysregulation contributes to it, and what you can do to reconnect to your practice, your students, and your purpose. Learn how to recognize the signs of burnout, set boundaries without guilt, and restore your energy through nervous system care. Whether you’re feeling depleted or just need a gentle reminder to slow down, this episode will help you return to teaching from a place of authenticity and alignment.

You'll realize how chronic sympathetic activation can quietly lead to feeling burnout, why rest is not a luxury but a biological need, and how small, consistent nervous system care practices can help you regulate, reset, and reconnect with yourself, and why you started teaching in the first place.

Get your journals because I'll also weave in a few reflection questions throughout the episode to help you reconnect to yourself.

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]]> Feeling drained or uninspired in your teaching? You’re not alone. In this episode, we explore why burnout happens for yoga teachers, how nervous system dysregulation contributes to it, and what you can do to reconnect to your practice, your students, and your purpose. Learn how to recognize the signs of burnout, set boundaries without guilt, and restore your energy through nervous system care. Whether you’re feeling depleted or just need a gentle reminder to slow down, this episode will help you return to teaching from a place of authenticity and alignment.

You'll realize how chronic sympathetic activation can quietly lead to feeling burnout, why rest is not a luxury but a biological need, and how small, consistent nervous system care practices can help you regulate, reset, and reconnect with yourself, and why you started teaching in the first place.

Get your journals because I'll also weave in a few reflection questions throughout the episode to help you reconnect to yourself.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18279342 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 901 full false Ep 102: Sequencing for Your Students’ Needs Ep 102: Sequencing for Your Students’ Needs In this episode, let's explore how to identify your class’s true purpose. Including the physical, functional, and nervous system outcomes you intend for your students to experience. We’ll discuss how to move from creativity-based sequencing to need-based sequencing, how to plan for injuries and limitations, and why simplicity and clarity often make the most powerful classes.

This episode will help you stop doubting your choices as a teacher, gain confidence through clarity, and start sequencing in a way that supports the real-life students in your classes.

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]]> In this episode, let's explore how to identify your class’s true purpose. Including the physical, functional, and nervous system outcomes you intend for your students to experience. We’ll discuss how to move from creativity-based sequencing to need-based sequencing, how to plan for injuries and limitations, and why simplicity and clarity often make the most powerful classes.

This episode will help you stop doubting your choices as a teacher, gain confidence through clarity, and start sequencing in a way that supports the real-life students in your classes.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18244112 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 801 full false Ep 101: Sequencing - Why Repetition and Intention Matter More Than Novelty Ep 101: Sequencing - Why Repetition and Intention Matter More Than Novelty In this episode, we explore two of the most common myths that get in your way when it comes to creating effective sequences. If you believe that every class must be brand new to keep students engaged, or that sequencing should revolve around what feels good in your own body, well, that's just not true! 

We'll examine why constant novelty is not only unrealistic but also counterproductive for student learning and nervous system regulation. Learn why repetition and familiarity are actually essential for developing strength, stability, and proprioception, especially for students with pain, injuries, or limited mobility. 

We also explore the limitations of sequencing based solely on your personal practice. While your own body can be a helpful reference point, it cannot reflect the wide range of experiences and needs present in a group class. You’ll hear how this mindset might lead to gaps in your teaching and unintentionally exclude students who move differently than you. 

Instead of chasing creativity for creativity’s sake, this episode will help you shift toward purpose, clarity, and progressive sequencing that meets students where they are.

Most importantly, it encourages you to see that effective sequencing does not come from being flashy or inventive; it comes from being intentional, observant, and aligned with what your students actually need.

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]]> In this episode, we explore two of the most common myths that get in your way when it comes to creating effective sequences. If you believe that every class must be brand new to keep students engaged, or that sequencing should revolve around what feels good in your own body, well, that's just not true! 

We'll examine why constant novelty is not only unrealistic but also counterproductive for student learning and nervous system regulation. Learn why repetition and familiarity are actually essential for developing strength, stability, and proprioception, especially for students with pain, injuries, or limited mobility. 

We also explore the limitations of sequencing based solely on your personal practice. While your own body can be a helpful reference point, it cannot reflect the wide range of experiences and needs present in a group class. You’ll hear how this mindset might lead to gaps in your teaching and unintentionally exclude students who move differently than you. 

Instead of chasing creativity for creativity’s sake, this episode will help you shift toward purpose, clarity, and progressive sequencing that meets students where they are.

Most importantly, it encourages you to see that effective sequencing does not come from being flashy or inventive; it comes from being intentional, observant, and aligned with what your students actually need.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18204933 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1000 full false Ep 100: Yoga Teachers, I'm Celebrating You! Ep 100: Yoga Teachers, I'm Celebrating You! This 100th episode isn’t about me, milestones, or fancy numbers. It’s about you, the teacher who continues to show up, learn, and support your students in your classes, even on the days when it feels challenging. In this episode, I'll reflect on what it really means to hold space as the yoga teacher: the courage it takes, the doubts that often arise, and the quiet impact you make in the lives of your students.

Let's revisit the reasons you may have chosen to teach in the first place and explore how your purpose has evolved along the way. If you’ve ever questioned your direction, felt uninspired, or wondered if what you’re doing makes a difference, this episode is here to remind you: it absolutely does.

This episode intends to help you celebrate yourself and remember that your presence is your most powerful teaching tool.

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]]> This 100th episode isn’t about me, milestones, or fancy numbers. It’s about you, the teacher who continues to show up, learn, and support your students in your classes, even on the days when it feels challenging. In this episode, I'll reflect on what it really means to hold space as the yoga teacher: the courage it takes, the doubts that often arise, and the quiet impact you make in the lives of your students.

Let's revisit the reasons you may have chosen to teach in the first place and explore how your purpose has evolved along the way. If you’ve ever questioned your direction, felt uninspired, or wondered if what you’re doing makes a difference, this episode is here to remind you: it absolutely does.

This episode intends to help you celebrate yourself and remember that your presence is your most powerful teaching tool.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18164434 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 677 full false Ep 99: How Confident Are You That Your Sequences Support All Students? Ep 99: How Confident Are You That Your Sequences Support All Students? We all want to create classes that feel safe, supportive, and empowering for every student who joins. But how confident are you that your sequences truly support different bodies, different types of injuries, and physical limitations in students' bodies?

In this episode, I'll explore the art of intentional sequencing, the kind that considers anatomy, the nervous system, and each student’s unique movement experience. Rather than chasing creativity or perfection, this conversation will invite you to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with why you teach.

Discover how to approach sequencing from a place of compassion and understanding, and how to reframe your role as a guide rather than a choreographer of poses. I'll also share journal prompts throughout the episode to help you identify your teaching blind spots, deepen your confidence, and strengthen your connection with your students.

This episode is intended to help you look at sequencing through a new lens, which honors the complexity of the human body and the diversity of the students in your classes.

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]]> We all want to create classes that feel safe, supportive, and empowering for every student who joins. But how confident are you that your sequences truly support different bodies, different types of injuries, and physical limitations in students' bodies?

In this episode, I'll explore the art of intentional sequencing, the kind that considers anatomy, the nervous system, and each student’s unique movement experience. Rather than chasing creativity or perfection, this conversation will invite you to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with why you teach.

Discover how to approach sequencing from a place of compassion and understanding, and how to reframe your role as a guide rather than a choreographer of poses. I'll also share journal prompts throughout the episode to help you identify your teaching blind spots, deepen your confidence, and strengthen your connection with your students.

This episode is intended to help you look at sequencing through a new lens, which honors the complexity of the human body and the diversity of the students in your classes.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-18127108 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 943 full false Ep 98: Students with Shoulder Pain is More Common Than You Think Ep 98: Students with Shoulder Pain is More Common Than You Think In this final episode of the series, I’ll discuss the unique challenges of the shoulders: the balance between mobility and stability, the high volume of weight-bearing in vinyasa flows, and the nervous system’s role in amplifying or quieting pain.

I’ll continue to explain how shoulder pain shows up in different yoga class formats, from repetitive transitions in vinyasa, to prop-heavy Iyengar setups, to restorative postures that need careful support. This episode will help you begin to shift your approach from rigid alignment cues to functional, adaptable options that meet your students where they are. 

By the end, you’ll feel more confident in supporting students without using fear-based language. Your role as a teacher isn’t to fix their shoulders, but instead to guide students toward movement, breath, and nervous system regulation that helps them feel safe and empowered to practice despite their pain & injuries.

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]]> In this final episode of the series, I’ll discuss the unique challenges of the shoulders: the balance between mobility and stability, the high volume of weight-bearing in vinyasa flows, and the nervous system’s role in amplifying or quieting pain.

I’ll continue to explain how shoulder pain shows up in different yoga class formats, from repetitive transitions in vinyasa, to prop-heavy Iyengar setups, to restorative postures that need careful support. This episode will help you begin to shift your approach from rigid alignment cues to functional, adaptable options that meet your students where they are. 

By the end, you’ll feel more confident in supporting students without using fear-based language. Your role as a teacher isn’t to fix their shoulders, but instead to guide students toward movement, breath, and nervous system regulation that helps them feel safe and empowered to practice despite their pain & injuries.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17964863 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 716 full false Ep 97: What’s the Deal with Knee Pain in Yoga Classes? Ep 97: What’s the Deal with Knee Pain in Yoga Classes? In this second episode of our pain-focused series, I'll explore what it really means to support students with sensitive knees across a few different yoga class formats.

I’ll discuss how weight-bearing in vinyas, alignment expectations in Iyengar, deep/long holds in yin, and prop use in restorative can either aggravate or alleviate a student's knee discomfort. You’ll learn why:

  • knee pain is rarely just about the knees themselves
  • how the hips and ankles influence knee health, and 
  • how nervous system sensitivity can make even “simple” poses feel unsafe for a student.

Most importantly, this episode gives you solutions. You’ll walk away with ideas for variations that make yoga accessible without isolating students or making them feel "less than." And you’ll learn how language, sequencing, and your compassion can empower your students to trust their bodies and their practice, especially while they're dealing with chronic pain or injuries.

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]]> In this second episode of our pain-focused series, I'll explore what it really means to support students with sensitive knees across a few different yoga class formats.

I’ll discuss how weight-bearing in vinyas, alignment expectations in Iyengar, deep/long holds in yin, and prop use in restorative can either aggravate or alleviate a student's knee discomfort. You’ll learn why:

  • knee pain is rarely just about the knees themselves
  • how the hips and ankles influence knee health, and 
  • how nervous system sensitivity can make even “simple” poses feel unsafe for a student.

Most importantly, this episode gives you solutions. You’ll walk away with ideas for variations that make yoga accessible without isolating students or making them feel "less than." And you’ll learn how language, sequencing, and your compassion can empower your students to trust their bodies and their practice, especially while they're dealing with chronic pain or injuries.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17964858 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 782 full false Ep 96: Got Students with Hip Pain in Your Classes? Ep 96: Got Students with Hip Pain in Your Classes? Hip pain is one of the most common conditions yoga students have, and for many teachers, it can feel overwhelming to know how to help without making things worse. 

In this episode, listen as I explain why all hip pain isn’t the same, how the anatomy of the hip joint (the femoral head and acetabulum) influences a student’s range of motion, and how nervous system regulation is just as important as physical modification.

This conversation will help you shift away from “one-size-fits-all” cues and give you confidence to support students with hip sensitivity while keeping the rest of your class engaged.

If you’ve ever worried about offering the wrong pose, struggled with creating inclusive sequences, or wanted more tools to support students with hip pain, this episode will begin to help you transform how you teach.

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]]> Hip pain is one of the most common conditions yoga students have, and for many teachers, it can feel overwhelming to know how to help without making things worse. 

In this episode, listen as I explain why all hip pain isn’t the same, how the anatomy of the hip joint (the femoral head and acetabulum) influences a student’s range of motion, and how nervous system regulation is just as important as physical modification.

This conversation will help you shift away from “one-size-fits-all” cues and give you confidence to support students with hip sensitivity while keeping the rest of your class engaged.

If you’ve ever worried about offering the wrong pose, struggled with creating inclusive sequences, or wanted more tools to support students with hip pain, this episode will begin to help you transform how you teach.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17964797 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 718 full false Ep 95: How to Talk About Pain in Class Without Creating Fear Ep 95: How to Talk About Pain in Class Without Creating Fear One of the hardest things for yoga teachers is knowing what to say when students mention pain. The language we use can either empower our students or unintentionally create fear that makes them feel fragile or unsafe in their own bodies.

In this episode, I explore how to talk about pain in yoga classes without reinforcing fear-based narratives. You’ll learn why traditional alignment cues like “never round your spine” or “don’t let your knee go past your ankle” can actually plant fear, and how to replace them with supportive, empowering language that helps students explore movement with confidence.

This episode is for you if you want to build confidence in supporting students with pain and injuries without overstepping your scope of practice. When you shift from using restrictive cues to empowering ones, you’ll realize how they create an environment for safer & more supportive spaces for every student in your class.

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]]> One of the hardest things for yoga teachers is knowing what to say when students mention pain. The language we use can either empower our students or unintentionally create fear that makes them feel fragile or unsafe in their own bodies.

In this episode, I explore how to talk about pain in yoga classes without reinforcing fear-based narratives. You’ll learn why traditional alignment cues like “never round your spine” or “don’t let your knee go past your ankle” can actually plant fear, and how to replace them with supportive, empowering language that helps students explore movement with confidence.

This episode is for you if you want to build confidence in supporting students with pain and injuries without overstepping your scope of practice. When you shift from using restrictive cues to empowering ones, you’ll realize how they create an environment for safer & more supportive spaces for every student in your class.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17927280 Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 843 full false Ep 94: Confidence Is the Key to Teaching Injured Students Ep 94: Confidence Is the Key to Teaching Injured Students As yoga teachers, we often feel pressure to be endlessly creative in our sequencing, transitions, and class themes. But when a student walks into class with an injury or persistent pain, creativity isn’t what they need most. They need you to be confident about how you're going to teach them!

In this episode, I break down why confidence (not flashy sequencing or the “perfect” peak pose) is an important foundation for teaching students safely and effectively when they show up injured. 

Whether you’re a new yoga teacher still finding your footing or an experienced teacher who feels nervous about working with injuries, your confidence is key. In this episode, I'll help you reframe your approach to sequencing and teaching, and you’ll learn that confidence comes from clarity and steady presence, not from being overly creative.

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]]> As yoga teachers, we often feel pressure to be endlessly creative in our sequencing, transitions, and class themes. But when a student walks into class with an injury or persistent pain, creativity isn’t what they need most. They need you to be confident about how you're going to teach them!

In this episode, I break down why confidence (not flashy sequencing or the “perfect” peak pose) is an important foundation for teaching students safely and effectively when they show up injured. 

Whether you’re a new yoga teacher still finding your footing or an experienced teacher who feels nervous about working with injuries, your confidence is key. In this episode, I'll help you reframe your approach to sequencing and teaching, and you’ll learn that confidence comes from clarity and steady presence, not from being overly creative.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17927273 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 882 full false Ep 93: Anatomy Made Simple: Teach with Confidence Ep 93: Anatomy Made Simple: Teach with Confidence Do you feel overwhelmed by the thought of learning anatomy as a yoga teacher? You’re not alone. I'm sure you know the importance of understanding anatomy, but at the same time, it feels complicated, time-consuming, and intimidating. 

In this episode, I'll dissect the reasons why learning anatomy often feels overwhelming and how it doesn’t have to be this way. I’ll walk you through the most common 'thought barriers' yoga teachers have around anatomy, from lack of time to fear of complexity, and I’ll offer you simple, practical ways to approach learning it without all the stress.

Episode #35 - Anatomy Matters

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]]> Do you feel overwhelmed by the thought of learning anatomy as a yoga teacher? You’re not alone. I'm sure you know the importance of understanding anatomy, but at the same time, it feels complicated, time-consuming, and intimidating. 

In this episode, I'll dissect the reasons why learning anatomy often feels overwhelming and how it doesn’t have to be this way. I’ll walk you through the most common 'thought barriers' yoga teachers have around anatomy, from lack of time to fear of complexity, and I’ll offer you simple, practical ways to approach learning it without all the stress.

Episode #35 - Anatomy Matters

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17884780 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 846 full false Ep 92: Repetitive Stress Injuries in Yoga: What You Should Know Ep 92: Repetitive Stress Injuries in Yoga: What You Should Know Not all yoga injuries happen in a single moment. Many develop slowly, over time, from repeated movements or sustained positions. These are known as repetitive stress injuries, and they are some of the most common injuries students have because of their yoga practice.

In this episode, you'll hear why repetitive stress injuries are not always known to you or the student. I'll also remind you why adding variety to your sequencing matters, and how you can adapt your classes to support students without stepping outside your scope of practice. 

Finally, we’ll explore how important your language is, how these injuries affect nervous system regulation, and how prop usage can help students feel safe and supported while continuing to practice in a group setting.

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]]> Not all yoga injuries happen in a single moment. Many develop slowly, over time, from repeated movements or sustained positions. These are known as repetitive stress injuries, and they are some of the most common injuries students have because of their yoga practice.

In this episode, you'll hear why repetitive stress injuries are not always known to you or the student. I'll also remind you why adding variety to your sequencing matters, and how you can adapt your classes to support students without stepping outside your scope of practice. 

Finally, we’ll explore how important your language is, how these injuries affect nervous system regulation, and how prop usage can help students feel safe and supported while continuing to practice in a group setting.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17846336 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500 785 full false Ep 91: How Foot Injuries Affect A Student's Yoga Experience Ep 91: How Foot Injuries Affect A Student's Yoga Experience The feet are our foundation, yet they can be overlooked when it comes to teaching and sequencing. In this episode, I'll discuss a few foot injuries and conditions, like plantar fasciitis, bunions, arthritis, ankle instability, and stress fractures. And explain how a student with these conditions experiences physical yoga in your classes. Not just the physical challenges, but also the impact on their proprioception, nervous system regulation, and how compensations can ripple throughout their entire body.

As yoga teachers, understanding the role of the feet gives us the tools to adapt our cues, support students in building awareness, and create safe yet empowering practices. 

If you’ve ever wondered how to work with students who have foot injuries (or if you’ve been relying only on modifications and props), this conversation will give you a new perspective along with some practical takeaways that you can remember for your next class. 

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]]> The feet are our foundation, yet they can be overlooked when it comes to teaching and sequencing. In this episode, I'll discuss a few foot injuries and conditions, like plantar fasciitis, bunions, arthritis, ankle instability, and stress fractures. And explain how a student with these conditions experiences physical yoga in your classes. Not just the physical challenges, but also the impact on their proprioception, nervous system regulation, and how compensations can ripple throughout their entire body.

As yoga teachers, understanding the role of the feet gives us the tools to adapt our cues, support students in building awareness, and create safe yet empowering practices. 

If you’ve ever wondered how to work with students who have foot injuries (or if you’ve been relying only on modifications and props), this conversation will give you a new perspective along with some practical takeaways that you can remember for your next class. 

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17808231 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500 726 full false Ep 90: Yoga Rules That Don’t Hold Up Ep 90: Yoga Rules That Don’t Hold Up When you finished your 200-hour yoga teacher training, chances are you walked away not just with a certificate but with a list of “rules” about how to teach. Rules about sequencing, alignment, hands-on assists, and even how you’re supposed to show up as a teacher. At the time, those rules might have given you confidence and structure. But the truth is, many of them simply aren't true, are opinion-based, or have been discredited.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the myths, outdated teaching rules, and misconceptions that still show up in yoga classes today. We’ll explore how sequencing isn’t one-size-fits-all, why alignment should never be rigid, what pain science teaches us about injury and movement, and how to move away from fear-based or authority-driven teaching.

You’ll hear how to question what you were taught, how to keep learning without overwhelm, and how to shift your mindset so you can teach with confidence, flexibility, and compassion.

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]]> When you finished your 200-hour yoga teacher training, chances are you walked away not just with a certificate but with a list of “rules” about how to teach. Rules about sequencing, alignment, hands-on assists, and even how you’re supposed to show up as a teacher. At the time, those rules might have given you confidence and structure. But the truth is, many of them simply aren't true, are opinion-based, or have been discredited.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the myths, outdated teaching rules, and misconceptions that still show up in yoga classes today. We’ll explore how sequencing isn’t one-size-fits-all, why alignment should never be rigid, what pain science teaches us about injury and movement, and how to move away from fear-based or authority-driven teaching.

You’ll hear how to question what you were taught, how to keep learning without overwhelm, and how to shift your mindset so you can teach with confidence, flexibility, and compassion.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17767523 Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500 814 full false Ep 89: Sequencing Struggles That Still Haunt Experienced Teachers Ep 89: Sequencing Struggles That Still Haunt Experienced Teachers Sequencing is more than putting poses together; it’s actually a puzzle if you think about it. Inside that puzzle are nervous systems, mixed abilities, injuries, as well as the human need for meaning and understanding. If sequencing still feels like a challenge, it’s totally understandable that it would. 

In this episode, we’ll consider the hidden mistakes even experienced teachers continue to make, and how to design classes that actually build capacity in the body… especially for students arriving with pain and injuries. 

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]]> Sequencing is more than putting poses together; it’s actually a puzzle if you think about it. Inside that puzzle are nervous systems, mixed abilities, injuries, as well as the human need for meaning and understanding. If sequencing still feels like a challenge, it’s totally understandable that it would. 

In this episode, we’ll consider the hidden mistakes even experienced teachers continue to make, and how to design classes that actually build capacity in the body… especially for students arriving with pain and injuries. 

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17729701 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1190 full false Ep 88: Feel Unprepared for Multiple Injuries in One Yoga Class? Ep 88: Feel Unprepared for Multiple Injuries in One Yoga Class? Teaching yoga in a group setting can feel overwhelming when students show up with injuries or persistent pain. How do you balance the flow of the class while making sure every student feels safe, supported, and included? In this episode, we’ll chat about strategies you can use to build trust and create safety in your classes, no matter who walks through the door.

I'll remind you of the importance of setting the tone early in class and how your presence can create an atmosphere of reassurance and belonging.

This episode will help give you the confidence to handle the inevitable challenge of multiple injuries in a group yoga class. 

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]]> Teaching yoga in a group setting can feel overwhelming when students show up with injuries or persistent pain. How do you balance the flow of the class while making sure every student feels safe, supported, and included? In this episode, we’ll chat about strategies you can use to build trust and create safety in your classes, no matter who walks through the door.

I'll remind you of the importance of setting the tone early in class and how your presence can create an atmosphere of reassurance and belonging.

This episode will help give you the confidence to handle the inevitable challenge of multiple injuries in a group yoga class. 

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17689023 Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500 811 full false Ep 87: Teaching Beginner Yoga Classes - Pros, Cons, and More Ep 87: Teaching Beginner Yoga Classes - Pros, Cons, and More Click HERE to send me a text & let me know your thoughts on this episode!

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]]> Click HERE to send me a text & let me know your thoughts on this episode!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17652830 Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 844 full false Ep 86: Teaching the Senses of Proprioception, Interoception, and the Vestibular System Ep 86: Teaching the Senses of Proprioception, Interoception, and the Vestibular System In this episode, I'll discuss three internal systems that shape every student’s experience on the mat, but are often left out of the conversation in yoga teacher trainings. They are: proprioception, interoception, and the vestibular system.

I'll teach you:

  • What these systems are 
  • Why they’re essential for movement, balance, and body awareness
  • How to incorporate them into your teaching, and 
  • Why students with injuries need this kind of teaching more than ever.

This episode is perfect if you want to deepen your understanding of the nervous system, offer more inclusive and trauma-aware classes, and help students move and feel with more confidence and clarity.

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]]> In this episode, I'll discuss three internal systems that shape every student’s experience on the mat, but are often left out of the conversation in yoga teacher trainings. They are: proprioception, interoception, and the vestibular system.

I'll teach you:

  • What these systems are 
  • Why they’re essential for movement, balance, and body awareness
  • How to incorporate them into your teaching, and 
  • Why students with injuries need this kind of teaching more than ever.

This episode is perfect if you want to deepen your understanding of the nervous system, offer more inclusive and trauma-aware classes, and help students move and feel with more confidence and clarity.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17611867 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 780 full false Ep 85: The Case for Teaching Students w Injuries Ep 85: The Case for Teaching Students w Injuries Click HERE to send me a text & let me know your thoughts on this episode!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17581927 Mon, 11 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1515 full false Ep 84: Sciatica: What Yoga Teachers Should Understand Ep 84: Sciatica: What Yoga Teachers Should Understand If you’ve ever had a student say, “I have sciatica,” and your go-to response was to offer hamstring stretches or deep hip openers, you’re not alone. Many teachers and students think they’re helpful. Today, let's unpack why that approach often doesn’t work & what you should be considering instead.

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]]> If you’ve ever had a student say, “I have sciatica,” and your go-to response was to offer hamstring stretches or deep hip openers, you’re not alone. Many teachers and students think they’re helpful. Today, let's unpack why that approach often doesn’t work & what you should be considering instead.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17545969 Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 703 full false Ep 83: Mobility: How You Define It Matters! Ep 83: Mobility: How You Define It Matters! You’ve probably heard people say that yoga improves both flexibility and mobility. While that may be true, what most yoga teachers don’t realize is that mobility has more than one definition.

Each definition matters when you're teaching students with injuries, pain, or physical limitations. 

In this episode, I’m going to break down those definitions & explain why understanding them (and using them for their intended purpose) can make a huge difference in how effective and safe your teaching is.

If you're working with students with injuries and especially if you're helping them recover from them, you'll want to understand the different uses of the term mobility!

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]]> You’ve probably heard people say that yoga improves both flexibility and mobility. While that may be true, what most yoga teachers don’t realize is that mobility has more than one definition.

Each definition matters when you're teaching students with injuries, pain, or physical limitations. 

In this episode, I’m going to break down those definitions & explain why understanding them (and using them for their intended purpose) can make a huge difference in how effective and safe your teaching is.

If you're working with students with injuries and especially if you're helping them recover from them, you'll want to understand the different uses of the term mobility!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17509339 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500 820 full false Ep 82: Why Hip Openers Look Different & Understanding Skeletal Variations in the Hip Joint Ep 82: Why Hip Openers Look Different & Understanding Skeletal Variations in the Hip Joint In this episode we cover:

  • why hip openers look so different from student to student
  • take a look over a few poses and what to look out for
  • why no amount of stretching will make certain bodies look like what we see in yoga photos, and 
  • what you can do in your yoga classes to help your students understand their body’s makeup and how to adapt their practice.

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]]> In this episode we cover:

  • why hip openers look so different from student to student
  • take a look over a few poses and what to look out for
  • why no amount of stretching will make certain bodies look like what we see in yoga photos, and 
  • what you can do in your yoga classes to help your students understand their body’s makeup and how to adapt their practice.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17471083 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500 890 full false Ep 81: Yoga Poses: Teaching Full Expression vs Functional Variations Ep 81: Yoga Poses: Teaching Full Expression vs Functional Variations We’re talking about the widely used phrase “full expression of the pose” what it means, how it’s used, and why it can unintentionally create harm or hierarchy in your classes. 

If you’re using this phrase now, don't you worry, in this episode, I’ll walk you through why you’d want to shift your language and how to start!


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]]> We’re talking about the widely used phrase “full expression of the pose” what it means, how it’s used, and why it can unintentionally create harm or hierarchy in your classes. 

If you’re using this phrase now, don't you worry, in this episode, I’ll walk you through why you’d want to shift your language and how to start!


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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17432350 Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500 946 full false Ep 80: Why Is The Psoas Muscle So Important? Ep 80: Why Is The Psoas Muscle So Important? In a recent conversation with a fellow yoga teacher, she asked me if I’d ever consider doing an episode on the psoas muscle. Of course, I said YES!

I truly love diving into topics like these! There are certain muscles that every yoga or movement teacher should understand on a deeper level, the psoas is definitely one of them. It’s widely referenced in classes, but just as often misunderstood. So today, we’re unpacking what it is, what it does, and why it matters so much in the way we teach.

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]]> In a recent conversation with a fellow yoga teacher, she asked me if I’d ever consider doing an episode on the psoas muscle. Of course, I said YES!

I truly love diving into topics like these! There are certain muscles that every yoga or movement teacher should understand on a deeper level, the psoas is definitely one of them. It’s widely referenced in classes, but just as often misunderstood. So today, we’re unpacking what it is, what it does, and why it matters so much in the way we teach.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17391172 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500 868 full false Ep 79: All Backbends Are Not The Same! Let's Explore Why... Ep 79: All Backbends Are Not The Same! Let's Explore Why... Not all backbends are the same & that might sound obvious at first, but I can’t tell you how many classes I’ve been in, or even taught in my early years, where backbends were treated as one interchangeable category. Whether it was Cobra, Bow, Wheel, or Camel, I was taught to prepare the body in the same way, taught a sequence full of them, and assumed students would be able to do all of them safely.

Today, we’re going to talk about the differences, plus alternative ways to help your students prepare for specific backbends without just simply backbending…


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]]> Not all backbends are the same & that might sound obvious at first, but I can’t tell you how many classes I’ve been in, or even taught in my early years, where backbends were treated as one interchangeable category. Whether it was Cobra, Bow, Wheel, or Camel, I was taught to prepare the body in the same way, taught a sequence full of them, and assumed students would be able to do all of them safely.

Today, we’re going to talk about the differences, plus alternative ways to help your students prepare for specific backbends without just simply backbending…


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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17352329 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500 982 full false Ep 78: Upward Facing Dog: Not As Simple As It Looks! Ep 78: Upward Facing Dog: Not As Simple As It Looks! Click HERE to send me a text & let me know your thoughts on this episode!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17312970 Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1127 full false Ep 77: All Pelvises Are Not Created The Same, How This Affects The Yoga Practice Ep 77: All Pelvises Are Not Created The Same, How This Affects The Yoga Practice In this episode, we’re taking a deeper dive into the pelvis. Its anatomy, its purpose, and some deviations from “normal,” how those deviations affect the yoga practice, and what you can do about it in your classes. 

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]]> In this episode, we’re taking a deeper dive into the pelvis. Its anatomy, its purpose, and some deviations from “normal,” how those deviations affect the yoga practice, and what you can do about it in your classes. 

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17274933 Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500 742 full false Ep 76: Excessive Hip Flexion In Yoga & What To Do About it Ep 76: Excessive Hip Flexion In Yoga & What To Do About it Let’s discuss the issue of hip flexion in yoga. 

  • What is it? 
  • Is there too much? 
  • And what can you do about it. 

Hip flexion is normal; You need to flex your hips to walk, sit down, and even curl up on the couch. 

In this episode, I’ll share some ways you can create more intentional sequences with specific goals in mind. Plus, smart class language to help students understand the importance of their full range of hip movement so that they incorporate them in their daily movement.

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]]> Let’s discuss the issue of hip flexion in yoga. 

  • What is it? 
  • Is there too much? 
  • And what can you do about it. 

Hip flexion is normal; You need to flex your hips to walk, sit down, and even curl up on the couch. 

In this episode, I’ll share some ways you can create more intentional sequences with specific goals in mind. Plus, smart class language to help students understand the importance of their full range of hip movement so that they incorporate them in their daily movement.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17233530 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500 828 full false Ep 75: Should Students w/ Scoliosis Practice Yoga? Ep 75: Should Students w/ Scoliosis Practice Yoga? Ever wondered if students with scoliosis can practice yoga safely? Spoiler, the answer is Yes, but first we’ve gotta ditch the one-size-fits-all alignment cues and actually work with the curve, not against it. 

In this episode, I’ll break down spinal anatomy, the risks, and the best practices to keep students with spinal deviations strong, mobile, and inspired in your classes. 

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]]> Ever wondered if students with scoliosis can practice yoga safely? Spoiler, the answer is Yes, but first we’ve gotta ditch the one-size-fits-all alignment cues and actually work with the curve, not against it. 

In this episode, I’ll break down spinal anatomy, the risks, and the best practices to keep students with spinal deviations strong, mobile, and inspired in your classes. 

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17196818 Mon, 02 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500 957 full false Ep 74: SI Joint Dysfunction and Yoga Ep 74: SI Joint Dysfunction and Yoga Many students practicing yoga encounter the frustrating and often debilitating experience of SI joint pain. I even experience it from time to time myself! Despite its prevalence, it remains widely misunderstood, and well-intentioned advice can sometimes exacerbate the problem rather than alleviate it. 

A common solution in yoga classes for SI joint pain is to "engage your core" or "engage your glutes." While core and glute engagement are undeniably important for overall stability and movement, applying them as a blanket solution for SI joint issues often falls short and can even be counterproductive. This episode is specifically designed for you if you’ve heard or even offered this advice and have come to the realization that it doesn't quite address the nuances of SI joint pain. 

In this episode, we will dive deeper into the complexities of the sacroiliac joint & explore the potential underlying causes of pain and dysfunction. Let’s throw away simple cues and discuss more effective strategies and considerations for helping students find relief and promote long-term stability in the SI joint. 

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]]> Many students practicing yoga encounter the frustrating and often debilitating experience of SI joint pain. I even experience it from time to time myself! Despite its prevalence, it remains widely misunderstood, and well-intentioned advice can sometimes exacerbate the problem rather than alleviate it. 

A common solution in yoga classes for SI joint pain is to "engage your core" or "engage your glutes." While core and glute engagement are undeniably important for overall stability and movement, applying them as a blanket solution for SI joint issues often falls short and can even be counterproductive. This episode is specifically designed for you if you’ve heard or even offered this advice and have come to the realization that it doesn't quite address the nuances of SI joint pain. 

In this episode, we will dive deeper into the complexities of the sacroiliac joint & explore the potential underlying causes of pain and dysfunction. Let’s throw away simple cues and discuss more effective strategies and considerations for helping students find relief and promote long-term stability in the SI joint. 

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17151557 Mon, 26 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1020 full false Ep 73: Hip Openers and Labral Tears: Why Deep Stretches Aren’t for Everyone Ep 73: Hip Openers and Labral Tears: Why Deep Stretches Aren’t for Everyone Some students need to be extremely cautious when it comes to poses like Pigeon, Fire Log, and even Butterfly. Excessive hip movement that's required in these poses can lead to labral tears, hip impingement, and even chronic pain. 

These poses primarily target the hip joints, which are in a position of flexion, external rotation, and abduction. And Pigen pose is the #1 culprit... and I'll explain why.

In this episode, I’m going to discuss hip openers and one common injury associated with them. Ever heard of a labral tear?

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]]> Some students need to be extremely cautious when it comes to poses like Pigeon, Fire Log, and even Butterfly. Excessive hip movement that's required in these poses can lead to labral tears, hip impingement, and even chronic pain. 

These poses primarily target the hip joints, which are in a position of flexion, external rotation, and abduction. And Pigen pose is the #1 culprit... and I'll explain why.

In this episode, I’m going to discuss hip openers and one common injury associated with them. Ever heard of a labral tear?

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17109674 Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 937 full false Ep 72: When to Refer Out: Recognizing the Limits of Your Scope Ep 72: When to Refer Out: Recognizing the Limits of Your Scope Click HERE to send me a text & let me know your thoughts on this episode!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17065899 Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 876 full false Ep 71: Injury Prevention in Yoga: What We Can (and Can’t) Control Ep 71: Injury Prevention in Yoga: What We Can (and Can’t) Control Injury prevention in yoga is often oversimplified into absolutes. It's either "yoga heals everything" or "if you get hurt, you did it wrong." But the truth is far more nuanced. While we can and must take steps to minimize risks, true injury prevention has inherent limitations because movement is never fully predictable. 

Students come to class with unique bodies, histories, and habits that influence their practice in ways no teacher can entirely foresee.

In this episode, we'll cover: 

  1. The controllable factors (how you can reduce risk)
  2. The uncontrollable variables (why injuries still happen), and
  3. A realistic approach to balancing safety and autonomy in yoga

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]]> Injury prevention in yoga is often oversimplified into absolutes. It's either "yoga heals everything" or "if you get hurt, you did it wrong." But the truth is far more nuanced. While we can and must take steps to minimize risks, true injury prevention has inherent limitations because movement is never fully predictable. 

Students come to class with unique bodies, histories, and habits that influence their practice in ways no teacher can entirely foresee.

In this episode, we'll cover: 

  1. The controllable factors (how you can reduce risk)
  2. The uncontrollable variables (why injuries still happen), and
  3. A realistic approach to balancing safety and autonomy in yoga

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-17021943 Mon, 05 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1468 full false Ep 70: How Alignment Cues Affect Your Nervous System Ep 70: How Alignment Cues Affect Your Nervous System In the last two episodes, we've discussed keeping students safe in our classes by being more mindful of the alignment cues we use. However, what is correct alignment, and is it safe for all students?” Those questions were the inspiration for these episodes on how we teach alignment & what we teach students to believe about their personal alignment.

How has your teaching on alignment evolved since your initial  Yoga Teacher Training?

Mine has evolved significantly!

In this episode, we'll focus on two more perspectives: strength vs flexibility and the effects alignment has on the Nervous System.

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]]> In the last two episodes, we've discussed keeping students safe in our classes by being more mindful of the alignment cues we use. However, what is correct alignment, and is it safe for all students?” Those questions were the inspiration for these episodes on how we teach alignment & what we teach students to believe about their personal alignment.

How has your teaching on alignment evolved since your initial  Yoga Teacher Training?

Mine has evolved significantly!

In this episode, we'll focus on two more perspectives: strength vs flexibility and the effects alignment has on the Nervous System.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16984694 Mon, 28 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1195 full false Ep 69: Why Alignment Cues Don’t work For Everyone - Part 2 Ep 69: Why Alignment Cues Don’t work For Everyone - Part 2 We discussed safety in the last episode because I believe we all come from that standpoint. Thinking safety begs the question, “Is our understanding of 'correct alignment' safe for all students?” That took me down a deep rabbit hole and was an inspiration for these episodes on what we teach students about alignment.

Ask yourself if, since your initial Yoga Teacher Training, have your beliefs around alignment in yoga evolved significantly? 

In this episode, we’ll explore more around changing our ideas & our teaching about alignment by focusing on skeletal variations & students’ personal preferences.

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]]> We discussed safety in the last episode because I believe we all come from that standpoint. Thinking safety begs the question, “Is our understanding of 'correct alignment' safe for all students?” That took me down a deep rabbit hole and was an inspiration for these episodes on what we teach students about alignment.

Ask yourself if, since your initial Yoga Teacher Training, have your beliefs around alignment in yoga evolved significantly? 

In this episode, we’ll explore more around changing our ideas & our teaching about alignment by focusing on skeletal variations & students’ personal preferences.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16940342 Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1189 full false Ep 68: The Problem w/ Rigid Alignment Cues - Part 1 Ep 68: The Problem w/ Rigid Alignment Cues - Part 1 Traditionally, alignment was taught as a set of fixed, universal principles—certain cues, angles, and posture requirements that were considered "correct" for all bodies. However, modern discussions, influenced by movement science, biomechanics, and inclusivity, now emphasize functional movement, individual variation, and nervous system safety over rigid alignment rules.

Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, today we’re exploring how alignment can be personalized, empowering, and adaptable rather than rigid or fear-based.

In this episode, I’m going to focus on two perspectives that we once had but are moving away from, thank goodness! 

They are: alignment is one-size-fits-all and fear-based cues. 

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]]> Traditionally, alignment was taught as a set of fixed, universal principles—certain cues, angles, and posture requirements that were considered "correct" for all bodies. However, modern discussions, influenced by movement science, biomechanics, and inclusivity, now emphasize functional movement, individual variation, and nervous system safety over rigid alignment rules.

Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, today we’re exploring how alignment can be personalized, empowering, and adaptable rather than rigid or fear-based.

In this episode, I’m going to focus on two perspectives that we once had but are moving away from, thank goodness! 

They are: alignment is one-size-fits-all and fear-based cues. 

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16898408 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1057 full false Ep 67: How to Teach Anatomy? - Teacher Questions Answered Ep 67: How to Teach Anatomy? - Teacher Questions Answered Understanding anatomy is super important as a movement teacher. You may have noticed that I weave this sentiment in many of my episodes. I've received a few questions from teachers who listen to the podcast about their challenges with teaching anatomy in their classes, and I thought I’d answer their questions in this episode because I wonder if you have these same questions as well!

I'm excited for you to listen because the answers will surely be helpful for you too!

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]]> Understanding anatomy is super important as a movement teacher. You may have noticed that I weave this sentiment in many of my episodes. I've received a few questions from teachers who listen to the podcast about their challenges with teaching anatomy in their classes, and I thought I’d answer their questions in this episode because I wonder if you have these same questions as well!

I'm excited for you to listen because the answers will surely be helpful for you too!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16857396 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1099 full false Ep 66: Staying Within Your Scope of Practice While Teaching Injured Students Ep 66: Staying Within Your Scope of Practice While Teaching Injured Students One of the biggest concerns you might have as a yoga teacher is whether or not you’re stepping outside of your scope of practice. We are not doctors & we cannot diagnose an injury, however, we can AND SHOULD learn about them because we are teaching movement to people who probably are currently injured, have a past injury, or might injure themselves in the future. 

If you’ve ever been afraid of stepping outside of your scope of practice, this is the episode for you! I’m gonna help you realize that you CAN work with injured students and offer them a quality yoga practice even with an injury.


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]]> One of the biggest concerns you might have as a yoga teacher is whether or not you’re stepping outside of your scope of practice. We are not doctors & we cannot diagnose an injury, however, we can AND SHOULD learn about them because we are teaching movement to people who probably are currently injured, have a past injury, or might injure themselves in the future. 

If you’ve ever been afraid of stepping outside of your scope of practice, this is the episode for you! I’m gonna help you realize that you CAN work with injured students and offer them a quality yoga practice even with an injury.


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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16815622 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500 958 full false Ep 65: Learning Anatomy Feels Overwhelming, Start Here! Ep 65: Learning Anatomy Feels Overwhelming, Start Here! I wholeheartedly believe every yoga teacher must have a working knowledge of anatomy, it is the responsible thing to do because you're teaching movement and working with bodies. Your students trust you, therefore you should be well-educated. 

It doesn’t matter if you teach vinyasa, or yin; meditation or pranayama… understanding why a student might be uncomfortable in a seated cross leg position is important.

  • Why does that hurt? 
  • What life experiences may have led to this pain? 
  • Is there anything you can do about it? 

Get your journal for this one because you’ll want to write down these steps I’m going to walk you through to finally get a handle on anatomy.

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]]> I wholeheartedly believe every yoga teacher must have a working knowledge of anatomy, it is the responsible thing to do because you're teaching movement and working with bodies. Your students trust you, therefore you should be well-educated. 

It doesn’t matter if you teach vinyasa, or yin; meditation or pranayama… understanding why a student might be uncomfortable in a seated cross leg position is important.

  • Why does that hurt? 
  • What life experiences may have led to this pain? 
  • Is there anything you can do about it? 

Get your journal for this one because you’ll want to write down these steps I’m going to walk you through to finally get a handle on anatomy.

I can't wait for you to listen!

Ep 64: Sequencing for Students with Rotator Cuff Injuries

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16773100 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1326 full false Ep 64: Sequencing for Students with Rotator Cuff Injuries Ep 64: Sequencing for Students with Rotator Cuff Injuries Your shoulder is one of the most mobile—and vulnerable—joints in your body, and the rotator cuff muscles play a crucial role in its stability. When a student is dealing with a rotator cuff injury, it can be challenging to know how to sequence a class that supports their healing while still offering a meaningful practice.

If you desire to understand and effectively address rotator cuff injuries, then a solid understanding of shoulder anatomy is essential. 

The rotator cuff is comprised of four muscles—the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis—which work in concert to stabilize the shoulder joint and facilitate a wide range of motion.

In this episode, I’ll explain:

  • the anatomy of the shoulder and rotator cuff,
  • explore sequencing strategies to limit strain on these muscles, and 
  • discuss how to incorporate strengthening and restorative elements into a vinyasa flow class. 

This conversation will give you the tools to confidently support your students with shoulder injuries. I'm excited for you to listen!

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]]> Your shoulder is one of the most mobile—and vulnerable—joints in your body, and the rotator cuff muscles play a crucial role in its stability. When a student is dealing with a rotator cuff injury, it can be challenging to know how to sequence a class that supports their healing while still offering a meaningful practice.

If you desire to understand and effectively address rotator cuff injuries, then a solid understanding of shoulder anatomy is essential. 

The rotator cuff is comprised of four muscles—the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis—which work in concert to stabilize the shoulder joint and facilitate a wide range of motion.

In this episode, I’ll explain:

  • the anatomy of the shoulder and rotator cuff,
  • explore sequencing strategies to limit strain on these muscles, and 
  • discuss how to incorporate strengthening and restorative elements into a vinyasa flow class. 

This conversation will give you the tools to confidently support your students with shoulder injuries. I'm excited for you to listen!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16733877 Mon, 17 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1149 full false Ep 63: Yoga Retreats: A Beginner’s Guide for Teachers Ep 63: Yoga Retreats: A Beginner’s Guide for Teachers I’m a couple of weeks back from hosting another yoga international yoga retreat. While I was away, I had a few yoga teachers ask me about how to start hosting retreats. I’ve also coached teachers on planning and organizing their own retreats, as they were interested in diversifying their offerings to include retreats.

So today we’re diving into a topic that’s both exciting and might feel a little intimidating: planning your first yoga retreat.

Hosting a retreat is an incredible way to deepen your teaching, connect with students, and create a transformative experience. 

  • But where do you even start? 
  • How do you find the right venue? and
  • How do you attract students to sign up?

In this episode, I’ll walk you through a beginner’s guide to planning a yoga retreat, from clarifying your intentions to crafting messaging that resonates with your ideal students. Whether you’re dreaming of a local retreat or an international getaway, this conversation will give you some tools to make it happen. 

I'm going to give you 4 questions to ask yourself, so get your journal so you can write them down…

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]]> I’m a couple of weeks back from hosting another yoga international yoga retreat. While I was away, I had a few yoga teachers ask me about how to start hosting retreats. I’ve also coached teachers on planning and organizing their own retreats, as they were interested in diversifying their offerings to include retreats.

So today we’re diving into a topic that’s both exciting and might feel a little intimidating: planning your first yoga retreat.

Hosting a retreat is an incredible way to deepen your teaching, connect with students, and create a transformative experience. 

  • But where do you even start? 
  • How do you find the right venue? and
  • How do you attract students to sign up?

In this episode, I’ll walk you through a beginner’s guide to planning a yoga retreat, from clarifying your intentions to crafting messaging that resonates with your ideal students. Whether you’re dreaming of a local retreat or an international getaway, this conversation will give you some tools to make it happen. 

I'm going to give you 4 questions to ask yourself, so get your journal so you can write them down…

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16639748 Mon, 10 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500 897 full false Ep 62: How to Teach A Student with An Injury Ep 62: How to Teach A Student with An Injury You want to create a safe and inclusive space for everyone who walks into your classes. But when a student is dealing with an injury, it can feel overwhelming to know how to support them. Do you resort to telling them, “Do what feels right for you”? This is a valid suggestion to offer, but have you ever yearned to actually help them or address their needs in your class?

Questions like:

  • How do I assess their needs? 
  • What questions should I ask? and
  • How do I know when to refer them to a healthcare professional?

In this episode, I’ll share part of my framework for teaching students with injuries, from asking the right questions to offering modifications and knowing when to refer out. Whether you’re a new teacher or a seasoned one, this conversation will give you practical tools to confidently support your students. 

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]]> You want to create a safe and inclusive space for everyone who walks into your classes. But when a student is dealing with an injury, it can feel overwhelming to know how to support them. Do you resort to telling them, “Do what feels right for you”? This is a valid suggestion to offer, but have you ever yearned to actually help them or address their needs in your class?

Questions like:

  • How do I assess their needs? 
  • What questions should I ask? and
  • How do I know when to refer them to a healthcare professional?

In this episode, I’ll share part of my framework for teaching students with injuries, from asking the right questions to offering modifications and knowing when to refer out. Whether you’re a new teacher or a seasoned one, this conversation will give you practical tools to confidently support your students. 

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16639546 Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1186 full false Ep 61: Guided Meditation - What is Guided Imagery? Ep 61: Guided Meditation - What is Guided Imagery? In this guided meditation, I want to take you on a journey… a different journey than the guided meditation in Episode 56, in which I guided you through an awareness of your body and breath. 

In this meditation, I’m going to take you on a visual experience and  also help you to calm and regulate your nervous system. Guided meditation, also called Yoga Nidra, and is a powerful tool for rest and rejuvenation. It allows you to connect with your body, calm your mind, and support the natural healing processes of your nervous system. 

I am excited to share this experience with you and help you feel the benefits of meditation in the safety of your own space & on your own time. 

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]]> In this guided meditation, I want to take you on a journey… a different journey than the guided meditation in Episode 56, in which I guided you through an awareness of your body and breath. 

In this meditation, I’m going to take you on a visual experience and  also help you to calm and regulate your nervous system. Guided meditation, also called Yoga Nidra, and is a powerful tool for rest and rejuvenation. It allows you to connect with your body, calm your mind, and support the natural healing processes of your nervous system. 

I am excited to share this experience with you and help you feel the benefits of meditation in the safety of your own space & on your own time. 

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16603007 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 989 full false Ep 60: The Complexities of Half Pigeon Pose Ep 60: The Complexities of Half Pigeon Pose You either love Half Pigeon pose or you hate it!! Which is it for you or your students? It can be a powerful hip opener, but it’s also a pose that begs respect for the body’s limits. Understanding the pose on a deeper level (more than anatomy and general alignment) and adding in the biomechanics of the pose, helps us practice and teach it in a way that honors our students’ unique bodies and needs. 

As teachers, we must understand the complexity of Half Pigeon pose, because we are placing stress while we position the joints in extreme ranges while adding weight, gravity, force, and load onto the body. 

In this episode, I will deconstruct Half Pigeon pose and help you understand its many complexities - we’ll explore its anatomy, biomechanics, potential risks, and ways to teach it responsibly. 

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]]> You either love Half Pigeon pose or you hate it!! Which is it for you or your students? It can be a powerful hip opener, but it’s also a pose that begs respect for the body’s limits. Understanding the pose on a deeper level (more than anatomy and general alignment) and adding in the biomechanics of the pose, helps us practice and teach it in a way that honors our students’ unique bodies and needs. 

As teachers, we must understand the complexity of Half Pigeon pose, because we are placing stress while we position the joints in extreme ranges while adding weight, gravity, force, and load onto the body. 

In this episode, I will deconstruct Half Pigeon pose and help you understand its many complexities - we’ll explore its anatomy, biomechanics, potential risks, and ways to teach it responsibly. 

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16562993 Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1073 full false Ep 59: How to Teach Chair Yoga - Creating Accessible Classes for All Ages Ep 59: How to Teach Chair Yoga - Creating Accessible Classes for All Ages Have you ever considered teaching chair yoga? It’s a versatile and accessible style of yoga that opens the doors of the yoga practice to students of all ages, abilities, and levels of mobility. If you’re thinking of offering chair yoga classes, remember it’s not only an opportunity to diversify your offerings but also a chance to serve a wider community of students who may feel excluded from traditional mat-based yoga practices, and opens up a whole new demographic of students for you! 

In this episode, I’ll share the benefits of teaching chair yoga, debunk a few myths, offer some practical teaching tips, and include strategies for marketing your chair yoga classes to help you attract a diverse range of students.

I can't wait for you to listen & consider teaching chair yoga!

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]]> Have you ever considered teaching chair yoga? It’s a versatile and accessible style of yoga that opens the doors of the yoga practice to students of all ages, abilities, and levels of mobility. If you’re thinking of offering chair yoga classes, remember it’s not only an opportunity to diversify your offerings but also a chance to serve a wider community of students who may feel excluded from traditional mat-based yoga practices, and opens up a whole new demographic of students for you! 

In this episode, I’ll share the benefits of teaching chair yoga, debunk a few myths, offer some practical teaching tips, and include strategies for marketing your chair yoga classes to help you attract a diverse range of students.

I can't wait for you to listen & consider teaching chair yoga!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16519207 Mon, 10 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1328 full false Ep 58: Meditation Sounds Easy, Is It? Ep 58: Meditation Sounds Easy, Is It? Meditation is a practice of focusing the mind to regulate your nervous system by reaching for a state of mental clarity, emotional calm, and overall awareness. 

However, the thought of starting a meditation practice can feel out of reach. Whether you think “I can’t possibly sit still for 15 or more minutes” or “It’s impossible to quiet my mind” you too CAN meditate, and you can encourage your students to try it as well… so let’s talk about it.

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]]> Meditation is a practice of focusing the mind to regulate your nervous system by reaching for a state of mental clarity, emotional calm, and overall awareness. 

However, the thought of starting a meditation practice can feel out of reach. Whether you think “I can’t possibly sit still for 15 or more minutes” or “It’s impossible to quiet my mind” you too CAN meditate, and you can encourage your students to try it as well… so let’s talk about it.

Get your journal for this one because I’ve got lots of ideas for you!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16477436 Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1486 full false Ep 57: Winter Season - Class Themes Inspired by Ayurveda Ep 57: Winter Season - Class Themes Inspired by Ayurveda Is it winter where you live right now? While the cycle of the seasons is more apparent in certain parts of the world, winter brings its own unique challenges: shorter days, colder temperatures, and a natural tendency for your body & mind to slow down. 

In Ayurveda, winter is a season dominated by Vata (cold, dry, and light) and Kapha (heavy, slow, and damp). As yoga teachers, now is the time for you to create classes that honor this seasonal energy while addressing common winter imbalances.

In Ayurveda, the doshas are three biological energies—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—that govern all physical, mental, and emotional processes in the body and mind. Winter is a season dominated by Vata (cold, dry, and light) and Kapha (heavy, slow, and damp) so we’ll focus on those 2 in this episode. 

Oh, and you may want to get your journal for this one because I’ve got lots of ideas for you!

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]]> Is it winter where you live right now? While the cycle of the seasons is more apparent in certain parts of the world, winter brings its own unique challenges: shorter days, colder temperatures, and a natural tendency for your body & mind to slow down. 

In Ayurveda, winter is a season dominated by Vata (cold, dry, and light) and Kapha (heavy, slow, and damp). As yoga teachers, now is the time for you to create classes that honor this seasonal energy while addressing common winter imbalances.

In Ayurveda, the doshas are three biological energies—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—that govern all physical, mental, and emotional processes in the body and mind. Winter is a season dominated by Vata (cold, dry, and light) and Kapha (heavy, slow, and damp) so we’ll focus on those 2 in this episode. 

Oh, and you may want to get your journal for this one because I’ve got lots of ideas for you!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16436708 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1573 full false Ep 56: Guided Meditation - Breath & Body Awareness Ep 56: Guided Meditation - Breath & Body Awareness Welcome to meditation! Today is the perfect day to explore how your breath can help calm and regulate your nervous system. Guided meditation, also called Yoga Nidra, is a powerful tool for rest and renewal. It allows you to connect with your body, calm your mind, and support the natural healing & regulating processes of your nervous system.

In this episode, I invite you to get cozy and listen along while I guide you through a short meditation practice. You'll finish feeling calm, relaxed, and renewed. 

Ep 38: Managing Pain & Injuries via Nervous System Regulation Pt. 1

Ep 39: Managing Pain & Injuries via Nervous System Regulation Pt. 2

Ep 48: The Effects of Chronic Pain on the Nervous System Pt 1

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]]> Welcome to meditation! Today is the perfect day to explore how your breath can help calm and regulate your nervous system. Guided meditation, also called Yoga Nidra, is a powerful tool for rest and renewal. It allows you to connect with your body, calm your mind, and support the natural healing & regulating processes of your nervous system.

In this episode, I invite you to get cozy and listen along while I guide you through a short meditation practice. You'll finish feeling calm, relaxed, and renewed. 

Ep 38: Managing Pain & Injuries via Nervous System Regulation Pt. 1

Ep 39: Managing Pain & Injuries via Nervous System Regulation Pt. 2

Ep 48: The Effects of Chronic Pain on the Nervous System Pt 1

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16396719 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1148 full false Ep 55: Teaching Classes to Beginner Students Ep 55: Teaching Classes to Beginner Students  Teaching beginner classes sounds easy, but when you have a room full of students who have never practiced yoga or have preconceived notions of what yoga should be or what it looks like because of the images they've been fed. Well, teaching becomes a little bit more challenging. 

So let's get into some different ways to welcome students, calm their nerves, and teach beginner-friendly classes. 

In this episode, I'll help you with some tips for teaching students who may feel like they're not flexible enough, not good enough, or that yoga isn't for them.

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]]>  Teaching beginner classes sounds easy, but when you have a room full of students who have never practiced yoga or have preconceived notions of what yoga should be or what it looks like because of the images they've been fed. Well, teaching becomes a little bit more challenging. 

So let's get into some different ways to welcome students, calm their nerves, and teach beginner-friendly classes. 

In this episode, I'll help you with some tips for teaching students who may feel like they're not flexible enough, not good enough, or that yoga isn't for them.

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16362482 Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1282 full false Ep 54: Goal-Setting: Building a Vision for Your Teaching Career Ep 54: Goal-Setting: Building a Vision for Your Teaching Career Click HERE to send me a text & let me know your thoughts on this episode!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16335163 Mon, 06 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1142 full false Ep 53: 2024 Yearly Recap - Top 5 Episodes! Ep 53: 2024 Yearly Recap - Top 5 Episodes! This year, I have loved covering different topics from yoga’s roots and history to tips on building your business. As well as anatomy info to episodes mapping out your nervous system & injury information. And it feels like I’ve just touched on the tip of the iceberg! A few of my favorite episodes have been answering YOUR questions, because honestly where do we go to get answers? There aren’t a lot of places, and I have loved reading your questions and helping to enrich your teaching by offering you ideas to work through some of the issues you’ve struggled with. 

In this special end-of-the-year episode I want to highlight the top 5 most downloaded and listened to episodes, just in case you missed them or you want to go back and listen again. I've linked them below so you can easily jump to them!

Episode Links: 

Ep 4: How to Find Your Passion

Ep 20: Somatic Yoga Principles - How To Incorporate Them in Your Classes 

Ep 21: Teaching Yoga and How It Affects Family Dynamics

Ep 27: The Hyper-sexualization of Yoga

Ep 46: What is Functional Freeze?

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]]> This year, I have loved covering different topics from yoga’s roots and history to tips on building your business. As well as anatomy info to episodes mapping out your nervous system & injury information. And it feels like I’ve just touched on the tip of the iceberg! A few of my favorite episodes have been answering YOUR questions, because honestly where do we go to get answers? There aren’t a lot of places, and I have loved reading your questions and helping to enrich your teaching by offering you ideas to work through some of the issues you’ve struggled with. 

In this special end-of-the-year episode I want to highlight the top 5 most downloaded and listened to episodes, just in case you missed them or you want to go back and listen again. I've linked them below so you can easily jump to them!

Episode Links: 

Ep 4: How to Find Your Passion

Ep 20: Somatic Yoga Principles - How To Incorporate Them in Your Classes 

Ep 21: Teaching Yoga and How It Affects Family Dynamics

Ep 27: The Hyper-sexualization of Yoga

Ep 46: What is Functional Freeze?

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16294726 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 922 full false Ep 52: Self-care for Yoga Teachers - Professional Tips Ep 52: Self-care for Yoga Teachers - Professional Tips Welcome to week 3 of quick self-care episodes! I’ve enjoyed talking about the many different ways for you to care for yourself. So far, I’ve talked about mental, emotional, and physical ways to embrace self-care. In this episode let’s talk about how to care for yourself professionally… I’ll share a few of the tips that I concentrate on and I hope they’ll be helpful for you too.

But first, are you really taking care of yourself? This is an easy time of year to burn yourself out, but you don’t want that! I know you know that you’ve got to take care of yourself so that you can be present for your friends, family, and students. 

When the new year begins you may feel as though you have to hit the ground running and if you feel that way now’s a great time to chill out for a bit. And if you need to hear someone say to you, “Take these last few weeks of the year to focus on caring for yourself” well, I’m here to remind you!

Ok, let's get into a few ways that you should be intentionally caring for yourself, professionally!

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]]> Welcome to week 3 of quick self-care episodes! I’ve enjoyed talking about the many different ways for you to care for yourself. So far, I’ve talked about mental, emotional, and physical ways to embrace self-care. In this episode let’s talk about how to care for yourself professionally… I’ll share a few of the tips that I concentrate on and I hope they’ll be helpful for you too.

But first, are you really taking care of yourself? This is an easy time of year to burn yourself out, but you don’t want that! I know you know that you’ve got to take care of yourself so that you can be present for your friends, family, and students. 

When the new year begins you may feel as though you have to hit the ground running and if you feel that way now’s a great time to chill out for a bit. And if you need to hear someone say to you, “Take these last few weeks of the year to focus on caring for yourself” well, I’m here to remind you!

Ok, let's get into a few ways that you should be intentionally caring for yourself, professionally!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16261619 Mon, 23 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1090 full false Ep 51: Self-care for Yoga Teachers - Physical Tips Ep 51: Self-care for Yoga Teachers - Physical Tips As we continue this month of quick episodes that are tailored to your health, I realize the holidays can be a lot to manage. Are you busy preparing for the holidays with friends and family? Are you planning special holiday classes or workshops? Well, while you're doing all of that, are you also taking care of yourself?

This is an easy time of year to burn yourself out, however taking care of yourself helps you become more present for yourself and your friends & family this holiday season. Besides don't you want to take these last few weeks of the year to focus on caring for yourself?

In this episode, let's talk about caring for yourself, physically. I'll share a few of the practices that help me during busy, stressful times as well as throughout the year!

And I hope that they will be helpful for you and remind you to get back to some of these same practices as well.

You deserve to care for yourself!

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]]> As we continue this month of quick episodes that are tailored to your health, I realize the holidays can be a lot to manage. Are you busy preparing for the holidays with friends and family? Are you planning special holiday classes or workshops? Well, while you're doing all of that, are you also taking care of yourself?

This is an easy time of year to burn yourself out, however taking care of yourself helps you become more present for yourself and your friends & family this holiday season. Besides don't you want to take these last few weeks of the year to focus on caring for yourself?

In this episode, let's talk about caring for yourself, physically. I'll share a few of the practices that help me during busy, stressful times as well as throughout the year!

And I hope that they will be helpful for you and remind you to get back to some of these same practices as well.

You deserve to care for yourself!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16221975 Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1263 full false Ep 50: Self-care for Yoga Teachers - Mental & Emotional Ep 50: Self-care for Yoga Teachers - Mental & Emotional Teachers!!!! I am so excited for this month full of quick episodes that are tailored to your health. I realize this is a busy month for so many - Maybe your month is full of preparing and gathering for the holidays with friends & family. Or you’re gearing up to teach special classes or workshops. While you’re doing all of that you’ve gotta take care of yourself. Burnout is real & working yourself to the point of exhaustion is not fair to you or anyone else in your life. 

So let’s talk about caring for yourself mentally and emotionally… I’ll share a few of the practices that help me during busy, stressful times and I hope they’ll be helpful for you and remind you to get back to those practices too. Because not only do you need it, you deserve it!

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]]> Teachers!!!! I am so excited for this month full of quick episodes that are tailored to your health. I realize this is a busy month for so many - Maybe your month is full of preparing and gathering for the holidays with friends & family. Or you’re gearing up to teach special classes or workshops. While you’re doing all of that you’ve gotta take care of yourself. Burnout is real & working yourself to the point of exhaustion is not fair to you or anyone else in your life. 

So let’s talk about caring for yourself mentally and emotionally… I’ll share a few of the practices that help me during busy, stressful times and I hope they’ll be helpful for you and remind you to get back to those practices too. Because not only do you need it, you deserve it!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16184652 Mon, 09 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1179 full false Ep 49: The Effects of Chronic Pain on the Nervous System Pt. 2 Ep 49: The Effects of Chronic Pain on the Nervous System Pt. 2 The last few episodes we've been discussing pain, how you experience it, how to deal with it, and the different types of pain. Last week’s episode was part 1 of this conversation on the effects of chronic, long-term pain on your nervous system, I walked you through the stages of the sympathetic nervous system and explained that Central Sensitization and Altered Brain Structure & Function are 2 effects on your nervous system because of Chronic pain. 

This is part 2, and in this episode, I’ll explain the stages of the parasympathetic branch of your nervous system and introduce you to 3 more effects this long-term pain experience has on your overall nervous system. How does it show up? In this episode, I’ll explain it to you… so get your journals and get ready to jot down this info!

I’m covering Impaired Descending Pain Modulation, Hypervigilance and nervous system activation, and Emotional and cognitive effects. 

Understanding these effects will help you consider approaches that support your nervous system regulation and what you consider teaching to help your students. I’m excited! So let’s get to it!

How does it show up? In this episode, I’ll explain it to you… so get your journals and get ready to jot down this info!

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]]> The last few episodes we've been discussing pain, how you experience it, how to deal with it, and the different types of pain. Last week’s episode was part 1 of this conversation on the effects of chronic, long-term pain on your nervous system, I walked you through the stages of the sympathetic nervous system and explained that Central Sensitization and Altered Brain Structure & Function are 2 effects on your nervous system because of Chronic pain. 

This is part 2, and in this episode, I’ll explain the stages of the parasympathetic branch of your nervous system and introduce you to 3 more effects this long-term pain experience has on your overall nervous system. How does it show up? In this episode, I’ll explain it to you… so get your journals and get ready to jot down this info!

I’m covering Impaired Descending Pain Modulation, Hypervigilance and nervous system activation, and Emotional and cognitive effects. 

Understanding these effects will help you consider approaches that support your nervous system regulation and what you consider teaching to help your students. I’m excited! So let’s get to it!

How does it show up? In this episode, I’ll explain it to you… so get your journals and get ready to jot down this info!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16156182 Mon, 02 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 2145 full false Ep 48: The Effects of Chronic Pain on the Nervous System Pt 1 Ep 48: The Effects of Chronic Pain on the Nervous System Pt 1 Chronic and persistent pain is not just a physical sensation. Instead, it's a complex experience influenced by your brain structure, your nervous system activity and your emotional processing. And one way it reveals itself is via dysregulation in your nervous system. But how does it show up? In this episode, I'll explain it to you.

So get your journals and get ready to jot down this info. This is part one of a two-part episode series, where I'll first map out your overall nervous system and thoroughly walk you through the states of your sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system. 

In this episode, I'm focusing on your sympathetic nervous system and I'll explain two effects that chronic pain has on the nervous system.

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]]> Chronic and persistent pain is not just a physical sensation. Instead, it's a complex experience influenced by your brain structure, your nervous system activity and your emotional processing. And one way it reveals itself is via dysregulation in your nervous system. But how does it show up? In this episode, I'll explain it to you.

So get your journals and get ready to jot down this info. This is part one of a two-part episode series, where I'll first map out your overall nervous system and thoroughly walk you through the states of your sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system. 

In this episode, I'm focusing on your sympathetic nervous system and I'll explain two effects that chronic pain has on the nervous system.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-48-the-vs-effects-of-chronic-pain-on-the-nervous-system-pt-1 Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16111956 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1781 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 48 full false Ep 47: Acute vs. Chronic Pain - What’s the Difference? Ep 47: Acute vs. Chronic Pain - What’s the Difference? In my Yoga for Injury Management mentorship for teachers, I recently facilitated a lecture on injuries in the upper body. But you can't talk about injuries without also talking about pain. Therefore, I took some time to explain the differences between acute pain and chronic pain before getting into upper body injuries. 

In this episode, I share some of that lecture with you...

Listen to episode #37 for further understanding: Understanding Pain Beyond Tissue Damage

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]]> In my Yoga for Injury Management mentorship for teachers, I recently facilitated a lecture on injuries in the upper body. But you can't talk about injuries without also talking about pain. Therefore, I took some time to explain the differences between acute pain and chronic pain before getting into upper body injuries. 

In this episode, I share some of that lecture with you...

Listen to episode #37 for further understanding: Understanding Pain Beyond Tissue Damage

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-47-Acute-vs-Chronic-Pain-What-is-the-Difference Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16067982 Mon, 18 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1064 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher, pain, injuries, injuries in yoga 1 47 full false Ep 46: What is Functional Freeze? Ep 46: What is Functional Freeze? What is functional freeze? Functional freeze is also known as freeze or the freeze state, and is a response of the autonomic nervous system that happens when you perceive a threat, but feel powerless to act.

Unlike the fight or flight response, which prompts action, functional freeze immobilizes the body causing a sense of paralysis or "stuckness." You might feel disconnected from your surroundings, have a reduced ability to make decisions, or feel numb both emotionally and physically. This response can be triggered by overwhelming stress or trauma.

And while it's intended to be protective, it can become problematic in non-threatening situations, leading to chronic issues in coping and functioning in your daily life. 

In this episode, I'll explain:

  • what happens in functional freeze
  • common causes that make you find yourself in this state
  • ways to work through it
  • some misconceptions about it, and 
  • whether or not it's something you can address in your yoga classes. 

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]]> What is functional freeze? Functional freeze is also known as freeze or the freeze state, and is a response of the autonomic nervous system that happens when you perceive a threat, but feel powerless to act.

Unlike the fight or flight response, which prompts action, functional freeze immobilizes the body causing a sense of paralysis or "stuckness." You might feel disconnected from your surroundings, have a reduced ability to make decisions, or feel numb both emotionally and physically. This response can be triggered by overwhelming stress or trauma.

And while it's intended to be protective, it can become problematic in non-threatening situations, leading to chronic issues in coping and functioning in your daily life. 

In this episode, I'll explain:

  • what happens in functional freeze
  • common causes that make you find yourself in this state
  • ways to work through it
  • some misconceptions about it, and 
  • whether or not it's something you can address in your yoga classes. 

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-46-what-is-functional-freeze Monica Bright Buzzsprout-16024705 Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1197 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 46 full false Ep 45: 65 Strategies to Calm your Nervous System Ep 45: 65 Strategies to Calm your Nervous System This is a very special episode because I think we all need some strategies right about now! Get your journal and jot these down!  Whether you're listening for the first time or you've come back to this episode when you have a chance to sit for a moment, this list of strategies to help soothe your nervous system & can be utilized whenever you need them. 

You could be at home or out with friends. Some of these you can do without anyone around you, knowing what you're even up to,  because sometimes you feel the most stressed when you're not alone. 

The busiest time of year is approaching with holidays, family celebrations, elections, and so forth, so you just might get a little stressed out. 

So I'm glad to offer you this list of stress, reducing practices just for you. Pick one or pick a few, try them out and notice what happens.

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]]> This is a very special episode because I think we all need some strategies right about now! Get your journal and jot these down!  Whether you're listening for the first time or you've come back to this episode when you have a chance to sit for a moment, this list of strategies to help soothe your nervous system & can be utilized whenever you need them. 

You could be at home or out with friends. Some of these you can do without anyone around you, knowing what you're even up to,  because sometimes you feel the most stressed when you're not alone. 

The busiest time of year is approaching with holidays, family celebrations, elections, and so forth, so you just might get a little stressed out. 

So I'm glad to offer you this list of stress, reducing practices just for you. Pick one or pick a few, try them out and notice what happens.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-45-65-strategies-to-Calm-your-nervous-system Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15986247 Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1235 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 45 full false Ep 44: Sequencing for General Shoulder Injuries Ep 44: Sequencing for General Shoulder Injuries Shoulder injuries make me think of a lack of range of motion and overhead shoulder movement. I've been reflecting on a few times when I had shoulder issues myself and couldn't lift my arm overhead. 

Frozen shoulder was by far the worst because it was persistent pain over an extended period of time, which of course affected my personal practice and my every day life. 

When I think back on it, all of my shoulder injuries occurred in my right shoulder. So it's fair to say that my right shoulder has been through some things. 

If you want to start offering more than saying, "Do what feels right"  and teach modifications & alternative movements that will make the class more supportive of what your students need... Well, that's what this episode includes, how to alter your sequencing for students with general shoulder injuries. I'll focus on general shoulder injuries and ways you can alter or modify your sequencing and other tips in order to make your classes more accessible for students who cannot reach overhead.

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]]> Shoulder injuries make me think of a lack of range of motion and overhead shoulder movement. I've been reflecting on a few times when I had shoulder issues myself and couldn't lift my arm overhead. 

Frozen shoulder was by far the worst because it was persistent pain over an extended period of time, which of course affected my personal practice and my every day life. 

When I think back on it, all of my shoulder injuries occurred in my right shoulder. So it's fair to say that my right shoulder has been through some things. 

If you want to start offering more than saying, "Do what feels right"  and teach modifications & alternative movements that will make the class more supportive of what your students need... Well, that's what this episode includes, how to alter your sequencing for students with general shoulder injuries. I'll focus on general shoulder injuries and ways you can alter or modify your sequencing and other tips in order to make your classes more accessible for students who cannot reach overhead.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-44-sequencing-for-general-shoulder-injuries Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15938254 Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1555 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 44 full false Ep 43: Students & Class Expectations – Yoga Teachers Questions Answered Ep 43: Students & Class Expectations – Yoga Teachers Questions Answered In this episode, I have more questions from teachers that I want to answer that center around students feeling frustrated or irritated with their practice and how you as a teacher can help them. Just as a side note. I realized as questions were coming in, how they were similar in themes, these questions are about the energy that students give off in class and how we can address them in different circumstances.

In episodes, 38 and 39. I shared different exercises for you to teach your students to help them feel and learn to regulate their nervous systems. In episode 41, I answered a couple of questions from two teachers who were concerned that their students weren't relaxing in Savasana and wanted some advice on how to help them.

If you haven't listened to those episodes, I highly recommend it because there's so much juicy information, tips, advice, and some practices that you can try in your classes too.

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]]> In this episode, I have more questions from teachers that I want to answer that center around students feeling frustrated or irritated with their practice and how you as a teacher can help them. Just as a side note. I realized as questions were coming in, how they were similar in themes, these questions are about the energy that students give off in class and how we can address them in different circumstances.

In episodes, 38 and 39. I shared different exercises for you to teach your students to help them feel and learn to regulate their nervous systems. In episode 41, I answered a couple of questions from two teachers who were concerned that their students weren't relaxing in Savasana and wanted some advice on how to help them.

If you haven't listened to those episodes, I highly recommend it because there's so much juicy information, tips, advice, and some practices that you can try in your classes too.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-43-students-and-class-expectations-yoga-teachers-questions-answered Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15901788 Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1312 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 43 full false Ep 42: Teaching students w/ Pain & Injuries - Why Teachers are Hesitant Ep 42: Teaching students w/ Pain & Injuries - Why Teachers are Hesitant In recent episodes I've been talking a lot about pain, injuries and the nervous system a lot. That's because I believe it's such an important topic to discuss. Because you're a movement teacher it's important that you take responsibility for knowing and understanding how the human body moves, how it gets injured, and how students experience pain in their bodies.

In this episode, I want to address a few questions that I've had with teachers about why they're hesitant to learn about injuries so you, too, can understand why learning about the body, anatomy, and injuries is so important.

Have a listen because their concern might be yours as well! It's my goal to help you break through the resistance you have to understanding students with pain and injuries.

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]]> In recent episodes I've been talking a lot about pain, injuries and the nervous system a lot. That's because I believe it's such an important topic to discuss. Because you're a movement teacher it's important that you take responsibility for knowing and understanding how the human body moves, how it gets injured, and how students experience pain in their bodies.

In this episode, I want to address a few questions that I've had with teachers about why they're hesitant to learn about injuries so you, too, can understand why learning about the body, anatomy, and injuries is so important.

Have a listen because their concern might be yours as well! It's my goal to help you break through the resistance you have to understanding students with pain and injuries.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-42-teaching-students-with-pain-and-injuries-why-teachers-are-hesitant Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15863171 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1529 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 42 full false Ep 41: Yoga Teachers Questions Answered - Nervous System Regulation Ep 41: Yoga Teachers Questions Answered - Nervous System Regulation In episodes, 38 and 39. I shared different specific exercises for you to teach your students whether it's in a group setting or a one-on-one private setting to help them feel and notice and learn to regulate their nervous systems. Although we can't really physically see or know for sure if an exercise is working, we can get feedback from students regarding their well-being.

For example, if a student says, "I haven't been able to fully relax like that, and over 20 years!" after a yoga nidra session... that's an indication that it's helping to restore the parasympathetic side of their nervous system.

It is important to know that both the sympathetic and parasympathetic sides of the NS are required - as we have to protect ourselves and we need the ability to react to threats and dangers, but we also need to be able to "climb down" from that threat response.

In this episode, listen while I answer a couple of questions I received from teachers who want to help their students relax but are unsure how - based on what they've seen in their classes.

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]]> In episodes, 38 and 39. I shared different specific exercises for you to teach your students whether it's in a group setting or a one-on-one private setting to help them feel and notice and learn to regulate their nervous systems. Although we can't really physically see or know for sure if an exercise is working, we can get feedback from students regarding their well-being.

For example, if a student says, "I haven't been able to fully relax like that, and over 20 years!" after a yoga nidra session... that's an indication that it's helping to restore the parasympathetic side of their nervous system.

It is important to know that both the sympathetic and parasympathetic sides of the NS are required - as we have to protect ourselves and we need the ability to react to threats and dangers, but we also need to be able to "climb down" from that threat response.

In this episode, listen while I answer a couple of questions I received from teachers who want to help their students relax but are unsure how - based on what they've seen in their classes.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-41-yoga-teachers-questions-answered-nervous-system-regulation Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15821536 Mon, 07 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1183 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 41 full false Ep 40: Pain Science & Nervous System Regulation w/ Diana Oppenheim Ep 40: Pain Science & Nervous System Regulation w/ Diana Oppenheim Today I have an interview with Diana Oppenheim, who is a self-proclaimed in it for life Yogi. Her goal is to help you build a more loving relationship with your body. She uses a holistic approach to wellness through yoga & somatic experiencing.

As a yoga teacher, she understands that there is no protocol or prescription for life, but is willing to co-create that with you and find a path forward together. Outside of yoga, Diana loves to sleep in, enjoy slow leisurely mornings, ride her bike, being in nature and hanging out with her two cats.

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]]> Today I have an interview with Diana Oppenheim, who is a self-proclaimed in it for life Yogi. Her goal is to help you build a more loving relationship with your body. She uses a holistic approach to wellness through yoga & somatic experiencing.

As a yoga teacher, she understands that there is no protocol or prescription for life, but is willing to co-create that with you and find a path forward together. Outside of yoga, Diana loves to sleep in, enjoy slow leisurely mornings, ride her bike, being in nature and hanging out with her two cats.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-40-pain-science-&-nervous-system-regulation-with-Diana-Oppenheim Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15781669 Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2793 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 40 full false Ep 39: Managing Pain & Injuries via Nervous System Regulation Pt. 2 Ep 39: Managing Pain & Injuries via Nervous System Regulation Pt. 2 Learning various strategies on how to target and influence this complex system of pain can be essential for how you might speak with students and teach students who are managing pain and injuries.

In the last episode, I shared specific exercises and techniques, including diaphragmatic breathing, mindfulness, meditation, guided imagery, and more. These are designed to engage and regulate your nervous system and can assist in calming the body's pain responses, promote healing, and provide a powerful set of tools for pain reduction. You can use these practices in your group classes and with your private clients, offering different approaches to managing pain via nervous system regulation.

In this episode we'll continue to discuss ways to manage and reduce pain, reminding ourselves that the nervous system plays a pivotal role.

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]]> Learning various strategies on how to target and influence this complex system of pain can be essential for how you might speak with students and teach students who are managing pain and injuries.

In the last episode, I shared specific exercises and techniques, including diaphragmatic breathing, mindfulness, meditation, guided imagery, and more. These are designed to engage and regulate your nervous system and can assist in calming the body's pain responses, promote healing, and provide a powerful set of tools for pain reduction. You can use these practices in your group classes and with your private clients, offering different approaches to managing pain via nervous system regulation.

In this episode we'll continue to discuss ways to manage and reduce pain, reminding ourselves that the nervous system plays a pivotal role.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-39-managing-pain-injuries-via-nervous-system-regulation-pt-2 Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15742946 Mon, 23 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1775 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 39 full false Ep 38: Managing Pain & Injuries via Nervous System Regulation Pt. 1 Ep 38: Managing Pain & Injuries via Nervous System Regulation Pt. 1 The nervous system plays a pivotal role in reducing pain, and as you and your students journey through the maze of managing it, know that it's worth understanding, so that you can have handy tips and strategies in your toolkit. Understanding how to target this complex system can be a game changer. It can influence how you might speak with & teach your students who are managing pain and injuries.

In this episode, I share specific exercises and techniques designed to engage and regulate the nervous system. These practices are rooted in both science and holistic approaches and help to calm your body's pain responses, promote healing and provide powerful solutions for pain reduction.

Whether you're looking to work with private clients and help compliment their existing treatments or explore new avenues for relief (that you can even teach in your group classes) these techniques offer different approaches to managing pain via nervous system regulation and can easily be added to your group classes.

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]]> The nervous system plays a pivotal role in reducing pain, and as you and your students journey through the maze of managing it, know that it's worth understanding, so that you can have handy tips and strategies in your toolkit. Understanding how to target this complex system can be a game changer. It can influence how you might speak with & teach your students who are managing pain and injuries.

In this episode, I share specific exercises and techniques designed to engage and regulate the nervous system. These practices are rooted in both science and holistic approaches and help to calm your body's pain responses, promote healing and provide powerful solutions for pain reduction.

Whether you're looking to work with private clients and help compliment their existing treatments or explore new avenues for relief (that you can even teach in your group classes) these techniques offer different approaches to managing pain via nervous system regulation and can easily be added to your group classes.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-38-managing-pain-&-Injuries-via-nervous-system-regulation-pt--1 Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15702290 Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1595 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 38 full false Ep 37: Understanding Pain Beyond Tissue Damage Ep 37: Understanding Pain Beyond Tissue Damage Pain is a complex and often misunderstood experience because it doesn't always correlate directly with tissue damage. Instead, pain is influenced by the nervous system, emotions and psychological factors, which can cause people to experience significant discomfort, even when there's little to no physical injury present.

Graded exposure therapy offers one solution by gradually reintroducing the person in pain to the activities they fear & helping to retrain the nervous system and reduce pain perception. 

By understanding the non-correlation between pain and tissue damage and utilizing graded exposure therapy. People in pain can effectively manage their pain, reduce their fear, and regain their quality of life.

In this episode, I'll explain why pain is complex and multi-dimensional, and I'll explain how graded exposure therapy can be used to help alleviate the sensation of pain in the body. 

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]]> Pain is a complex and often misunderstood experience because it doesn't always correlate directly with tissue damage. Instead, pain is influenced by the nervous system, emotions and psychological factors, which can cause people to experience significant discomfort, even when there's little to no physical injury present.

Graded exposure therapy offers one solution by gradually reintroducing the person in pain to the activities they fear & helping to retrain the nervous system and reduce pain perception. 

By understanding the non-correlation between pain and tissue damage and utilizing graded exposure therapy. People in pain can effectively manage their pain, reduce their fear, and regain their quality of life.

In this episode, I'll explain why pain is complex and multi-dimensional, and I'll explain how graded exposure therapy can be used to help alleviate the sensation of pain in the body. 

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-37-understanding-pain-beyond-tissue-damage Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15660312 Mon, 09 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1605 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 37 full false Ep 36: Advancements in Pain Science: Comparing Current Understanding vs. 2018 Ep 36: Advancements in Pain Science: Comparing Current Understanding vs. 2018 The study of pain has seen significant developments in recent years shifting our understanding of pain from a purely physical symptom to a complex multifaceted experience that involves the nervous system, psychological factors and social conditions.

As a yoga teacher, it's important to understand that asana, stretching, strengthening, and movement will not solve all pain related issues. There have been some instances where I've recommended restorative practices to students and that's helpful to assist in down-regulating the nervous system. However, restorative still does not address the entirety of bio-psycho-social aspects of pain and pain management.

In this episode, I'll explain and compare the differences in what we know now about pain management compared to just five years ago.

For reference: 

Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine:

https://www.ccjm.org/content/ccjom/90/4/245.full.pdf

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]]> The study of pain has seen significant developments in recent years shifting our understanding of pain from a purely physical symptom to a complex multifaceted experience that involves the nervous system, psychological factors and social conditions.

As a yoga teacher, it's important to understand that asana, stretching, strengthening, and movement will not solve all pain related issues. There have been some instances where I've recommended restorative practices to students and that's helpful to assist in down-regulating the nervous system. However, restorative still does not address the entirety of bio-psycho-social aspects of pain and pain management.

In this episode, I'll explain and compare the differences in what we know now about pain management compared to just five years ago.

For reference: 

Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine:

https://www.ccjm.org/content/ccjom/90/4/245.full.pdf

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15622437 Mon, 02 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1560 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 36 full false Ep 35: Anatomy Matters - Why Every Yoga Teacher Needs to Understand the Human Body Ep 35: Anatomy Matters - Why Every Yoga Teacher Needs to Understand the Human Body When working with students who are under the care of healthcare professionals, it's imperative that you're diligent about communicating effectively with them and their medical professionals. It should be a goal of yours that the yoga practice complements the student's overall treatment plan, especially if you're working with private clients. 

I have clients with ongoing injuries, clients post-surgery, clients who've been cleared from their physical therapists to return or to try a yoga, and clients who just get injured from time to time. Because this is my area of expertise, I'm able to have in-depth conversations with them, and I always ask if they've been diagnosed & what their recovery plan currently is.

In this episode I'll share with you 10 reasons why it's important for you (as their yoga teacher) to understand anatomy, injuries, and the human body. I can't wait to get into this episode.

Also in this episode I offer an example of how I tweak a common transition - Downward Facing Dog to Lunge - and help make it accessible to various students. I recorded a video that helps to explain the challenges with the transition and how to help students. Click the link and have a watch!

Youtube Link: Step Forward from Downward Facing Dog Variations

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]]> When working with students who are under the care of healthcare professionals, it's imperative that you're diligent about communicating effectively with them and their medical professionals. It should be a goal of yours that the yoga practice complements the student's overall treatment plan, especially if you're working with private clients. 

I have clients with ongoing injuries, clients post-surgery, clients who've been cleared from their physical therapists to return or to try a yoga, and clients who just get injured from time to time. Because this is my area of expertise, I'm able to have in-depth conversations with them, and I always ask if they've been diagnosed & what their recovery plan currently is.

In this episode I'll share with you 10 reasons why it's important for you (as their yoga teacher) to understand anatomy, injuries, and the human body. I can't wait to get into this episode.

Also in this episode I offer an example of how I tweak a common transition - Downward Facing Dog to Lunge - and help make it accessible to various students. I recorded a video that helps to explain the challenges with the transition and how to help students. Click the link and have a watch!

Youtube Link: Step Forward from Downward Facing Dog Variations

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-35-Anatomy-Matters-Why-Every-Yoga-Teacher-Needs-to-Understand Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15588829 Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1697 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 35 full false Ep 34: Injuries associated w/ More Basic Anatomy Terms! Pt 2 Ep 34: Injuries associated w/ More Basic Anatomy Terms! Pt 2 This is part 2 of Injuries Associated with More Basic Anatomy Terms that I introduced you to in episode 32, titled More Anatomy Terms You Should Know. In the last episode (number 33) we went over injuries and conditions in your bones, bony landmarks, retinaculum, arteries & veins and it started to get a little long.

Therefore, I decided not to overwhelm you and pause and make a part two. In this episode, we'll continue and cover bursa, lymph, nodes, and nerves. I will explain more about what types of injuries and or conditions can occur in the bursa, lymph nodes and nerves (including sciatica and how there are multiple treatments for healing beyond pigeon and figure 4  stretches, and WHY).

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]]> This is part 2 of Injuries Associated with More Basic Anatomy Terms that I introduced you to in episode 32, titled More Anatomy Terms You Should Know. In the last episode (number 33) we went over injuries and conditions in your bones, bony landmarks, retinaculum, arteries & veins and it started to get a little long.

Therefore, I decided not to overwhelm you and pause and make a part two. In this episode, we'll continue and cover bursa, lymph, nodes, and nerves. I will explain more about what types of injuries and or conditions can occur in the bursa, lymph nodes and nerves (including sciatica and how there are multiple treatments for healing beyond pigeon and figure 4  stretches, and WHY).

So, if you want to get your journal, go do it now!

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-34-injuries-associated-w-more-basic-terms-pt-2 Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15547153 Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1569 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 34 full false Ep 33: Injuries Associated w/ More Basic Anatomy Terms! Pt 1 Ep 33: Injuries Associated w/ More Basic Anatomy Terms! Pt 1 In this episode I'm going to jump back into the Additional Basic Anatomy Terms You Should Know from Episode 32 and walk you through the types of injuries that are specific to each of those terms. As a quick reminder, we'll cover bones, bony landmarks, retinaculum, arteries & veins, bursa, lymph nodes and nerves.

I'm going to explain more of what types of injuries and / or conditions that can occur in each of these terms, so if you want to get your journal, get it now!!

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]]> In this episode I'm going to jump back into the Additional Basic Anatomy Terms You Should Know from Episode 32 and walk you through the types of injuries that are specific to each of those terms. As a quick reminder, we'll cover bones, bony landmarks, retinaculum, arteries & veins, bursa, lymph nodes and nerves.

I'm going to explain more of what types of injuries and / or conditions that can occur in each of these terms, so if you want to get your journal, get it now!!

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-33-Injuries-associated-More-Basic-Terms Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15546885 Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2050 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 33 full false Ep 32: More Anatomy Terms You Should Know! Ep 32: More Anatomy Terms You Should Know! We've been diving into the world of anatomy lately and there's so much new information about the human body that we're learning every single day. But don't you worry about that, I got you! I've created so many different ways to help yoga teachers learn anatomy in bite size, easy to understand ways so that the feeling of overwhelmed does not consume you.

I've taught anatomy in numerous yoga teacher trainings and instead of just going through PowerPoint slides and watching teachers' eyes glass over I've created ways to get teachers excited about anatomy, through different learning styles and fun and interactive games. 

In this podcast episode, I'm going to continue to teach you more anatomy terms in accessible ways by teaching through analogies. So let's keep going down the rabbit hole of anatomy and focus on the following terms: Bones, bony landmarks or protrusions, retinaculum, arteries & veins, bursa, lymph nodes, and nerves.

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]]> We've been diving into the world of anatomy lately and there's so much new information about the human body that we're learning every single day. But don't you worry about that, I got you! I've created so many different ways to help yoga teachers learn anatomy in bite size, easy to understand ways so that the feeling of overwhelmed does not consume you.

I've taught anatomy in numerous yoga teacher trainings and instead of just going through PowerPoint slides and watching teachers' eyes glass over I've created ways to get teachers excited about anatomy, through different learning styles and fun and interactive games. 

In this podcast episode, I'm going to continue to teach you more anatomy terms in accessible ways by teaching through analogies. So let's keep going down the rabbit hole of anatomy and focus on the following terms: Bones, bony landmarks or protrusions, retinaculum, arteries & veins, bursa, lymph nodes, and nerves.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-32-More-Anatomy-Terms-You-Should-Know-! Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15396102 Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1526 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 32 full false Ep 31: Injuries Associated w/ Basic Terms Ep 31: Injuries Associated w/ Basic Terms  In this episode, let's jump back into those basic terms from Episode 29 and talk through the types of injuries that are specific to each of those terms. To jog your memory, we'll cover muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia & connective tissue, a brief recap of proprioception (because there's an entire episode dedicated to it), and finally interoception. 

I will share three examples of injuries for each of the basic terms so that you get an understanding of how injuries affect us n different areas of our bodies. 

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]]>  In this episode, let's jump back into those basic terms from Episode 29 and talk through the types of injuries that are specific to each of those terms. To jog your memory, we'll cover muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia & connective tissue, a brief recap of proprioception (because there's an entire episode dedicated to it), and finally interoception. 

I will share three examples of injuries for each of the basic terms so that you get an understanding of how injuries affect us n different areas of our bodies. 

So if you want to go get your journal, go do it now. You'll have some great notes to refer back to!

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-31-Injuries-Associated-with-Basic-Terms Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15365092 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1476 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 31 full false Ep 30: Is Your Proprioception Affected When You Have an Injury? Ep 30: Is Your Proprioception Affected When You Have an Injury? The short answer is yes! Now let's talk about how. Proprioception often referred to as your body's sixth sense. It's your innate ability to perceive the position, movement, and action of your body parts in space, without having to look at them. This complex sensory feedback system involves receptors located in the muscles, tendons, and joints that constantly send information to your brain about your body's positioning and movement. 

This episode is dedicated to realizing your degree of proprioception, what happens when you injure yourself, and the effects it has on your proprioceptive feedback loop.

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]]> The short answer is yes! Now let's talk about how. Proprioception often referred to as your body's sixth sense. It's your innate ability to perceive the position, movement, and action of your body parts in space, without having to look at them. This complex sensory feedback system involves receptors located in the muscles, tendons, and joints that constantly send information to your brain about your body's positioning and movement. 

This episode is dedicated to realizing your degree of proprioception, what happens when you injure yourself, and the effects it has on your proprioceptive feedback loop.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-30-Is-Your-Proprioception-Affected-When-You-Have-an-Injury Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15322305 Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1385 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 30 full false Ep 29: Anatomy & Terms You Should Know Ep 29: Anatomy & Terms You Should Know Anatomy can feel overwhelming at times. I mean, it might seem like there's so much information to learn. Honestly, there is so much new information about the human body that we're learning every single day. But I love teaching anatomy and have taught anatomy in numerous yoga teacher trainings.

In this episode we'll cover the following terms: Anatomy, Physiology, Muscles, Tendons, Ligaments, Fascia & Connective Tissue, Proprioception, and Interoception.

Over the years I've developed ways to help you understand key terms you should know in relatable ways, which makes it easy for you to learn, envision, and finally understand.

So let's get to it!


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]]> Anatomy can feel overwhelming at times. I mean, it might seem like there's so much information to learn. Honestly, there is so much new information about the human body that we're learning every single day. But I love teaching anatomy and have taught anatomy in numerous yoga teacher trainings.

In this episode we'll cover the following terms: Anatomy, Physiology, Muscles, Tendons, Ligaments, Fascia & Connective Tissue, Proprioception, and Interoception.

Over the years I've developed ways to help you understand key terms you should know in relatable ways, which makes it easy for you to learn, envision, and finally understand.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-29-Anatomy-&-Terms-You-Should-Know Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15284337 Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1685 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 29 full false Ep 28: Let's Talk Anatomy! Ep 28: Let's Talk Anatomy! I believe with my whole heart that it's not enough to only create sequences and themes for classes. You should know & have a basic understanding of how the poses and transitions are affecting the students' bodies. And I think you're doing a disservice to your students if you don't study anatomy.

If an injured student shows up to class and you have no knowledge of anatomy, how can you serve them responsibly? I am in no way, suggesting that you solve your students' injuries! Instead, I'm suggesting that you stay within your scope AND be informed and smart.

Do you love anatomy? Does it feel overwhelming to learn? No worries, I would love to walk you through the process.

In this episode we'll start by discussing why an understanding of anatomy is crucial for you as a yoga teacher.

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]]> I believe with my whole heart that it's not enough to only create sequences and themes for classes. You should know & have a basic understanding of how the poses and transitions are affecting the students' bodies. And I think you're doing a disservice to your students if you don't study anatomy.

If an injured student shows up to class and you have no knowledge of anatomy, how can you serve them responsibly? I am in no way, suggesting that you solve your students' injuries! Instead, I'm suggesting that you stay within your scope AND be informed and smart.

Do you love anatomy? Does it feel overwhelming to learn? No worries, I would love to walk you through the process.

In this episode we'll start by discussing why an understanding of anatomy is crucial for you as a yoga teacher.

I can't wait for you to listen!

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-28-Let's-talk-anatomy-! Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15245636 Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1321 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 28 full false Ep 27: The Hyper-sexualization of Yoga Ep 27: The Hyper-sexualization of Yoga Instead of being a place for mental peace in personal growth, yoga becomes another source of societal pressure. One way the hypersexualization of yoga  harms students is via their mental and emotional wellbeing. The pressure to match idealized images can lead to anxiety, stress, and even eating disorders, and this is especially worrying. 

Students turn to yoga to escape the very stress and societal expectations that they are experiencing in life, many times caused by hypersexualization and body image issues. 

In this episode, I'll discuss how hyper-sexualization began and recommendations on how to mitigate the issue and make changes in your position as the teacher. Therefore, anyone who's interested in practicing yoga, doesn't have to cut through all of this noise too. 

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]]> Instead of being a place for mental peace in personal growth, yoga becomes another source of societal pressure. One way the hypersexualization of yoga  harms students is via their mental and emotional wellbeing. The pressure to match idealized images can lead to anxiety, stress, and even eating disorders, and this is especially worrying. 

Students turn to yoga to escape the very stress and societal expectations that they are experiencing in life, many times caused by hypersexualization and body image issues. 

In this episode, I'll discuss how hyper-sexualization began and recommendations on how to mitigate the issue and make changes in your position as the teacher. Therefore, anyone who's interested in practicing yoga, doesn't have to cut through all of this noise too. 

I'm excited for this conversation and can't wait for you to have a listen!

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-27-the-hypersexualization-of-yoga Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15206336 Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1432 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 27 full false Ep 26: All Levels Yoga Classes - Problems & Solutions Ep 26: All Levels Yoga Classes - Problems & Solutions All levels yoga classes do not benefit the student! There, I said it! I've struggled with the way that yoga has been commodified here in the west, we've changed the practice into this fitness routine. It's a "Get in, get on your mat, work hard, sweat it out, get out and shuffle in the next class" environment. And it's madness.

In this episode, I'll cover three things:

  1. Why all levels classes benefit studios.
  2. The potential problems for teachers and students. And,
  3. Solutions - how to address the issues that come with all levels classes.

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]]> All levels yoga classes do not benefit the student! There, I said it! I've struggled with the way that yoga has been commodified here in the west, we've changed the practice into this fitness routine. It's a "Get in, get on your mat, work hard, sweat it out, get out and shuffle in the next class" environment. And it's madness.

In this episode, I'll cover three things:

  1. Why all levels classes benefit studios.
  2. The potential problems for teachers and students. And,
  3. Solutions - how to address the issues that come with all levels classes.

I'm glad you're here now. Let's get into it.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-26-all-levels-yoga-classes-problems-&-solutions Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15161952 Mon, 10 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2075 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 26 full false Ep 25: Yoga, Social Media, Comparison & Competition Ep 25: Yoga, Social Media, Comparison & Competition Do you use social media for work - to share your classes or any other offerings? Have you ever felt like social media blurred the lines between your personal and professional boundaries? 

Sharing glimpses of your personal life can foster connection and relate-ability with your audience, but it can also lead to a loss of privacy and a sense of constant scrutiny, whether it's self-imposed or from the public. The pressure to maintain a consistent online presence and engage with the people you're connected with can be draining often encroaching upon valuable time for self care and personal practice. 

Additionally, the pursuit of likes followers and validation may overshadow the genuine intention to share valuable insights and teachings. Leading to a shift in focus from serving students to seeking external validation. This episode is all about cultivating healthy ways to show up on social media and use it as a tool for connection instead of comparison. 

We're connected like never before, but no one gave us helpful strategies to care for our mental health as we scroll. So let's get to it!

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]]> Do you use social media for work - to share your classes or any other offerings? Have you ever felt like social media blurred the lines between your personal and professional boundaries? 

Sharing glimpses of your personal life can foster connection and relate-ability with your audience, but it can also lead to a loss of privacy and a sense of constant scrutiny, whether it's self-imposed or from the public. The pressure to maintain a consistent online presence and engage with the people you're connected with can be draining often encroaching upon valuable time for self care and personal practice. 

Additionally, the pursuit of likes followers and validation may overshadow the genuine intention to share valuable insights and teachings. Leading to a shift in focus from serving students to seeking external validation. This episode is all about cultivating healthy ways to show up on social media and use it as a tool for connection instead of comparison. 

We're connected like never before, but no one gave us helpful strategies to care for our mental health as we scroll. So let's get to it!

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-25-yoga-social-media-comparison-&-competition Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15124914 Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1158 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 25 full false Ep 24: Yoga Teaching & Enforcing Boundaries Ep 24: Yoga Teaching & Enforcing Boundaries In relationships, boundaries are the rules we set for ourselves about what's okay & what's not okay, and how we're treated & how we treat others. Boundaries, help us feel safe and respected. When we have clear boundaries and stick to them, It makes our relationships stronger because we know where we stand and what to expect. When your boundaries are unclear or ignored, it can lead to problems like misunderstandings hurt feelings, arguments, and potentially disrupt your relationships.

Understanding how boundaries work is important for making sure our connections with others are healthy and positive. As well as knowing when to step away and enforce distance.

That's what this episode is about... Boundaries. The difference between healthy and unhealthy boundaries, what life looks like in the absence of them and how to go about establishing and maintaining your boundaries.

Buckle up my friends, get your journals and let's get to it.


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]]> In relationships, boundaries are the rules we set for ourselves about what's okay & what's not okay, and how we're treated & how we treat others. Boundaries, help us feel safe and respected. When we have clear boundaries and stick to them, It makes our relationships stronger because we know where we stand and what to expect. When your boundaries are unclear or ignored, it can lead to problems like misunderstandings hurt feelings, arguments, and potentially disrupt your relationships.

Understanding how boundaries work is important for making sure our connections with others are healthy and positive. As well as knowing when to step away and enforce distance.

That's what this episode is about... Boundaries. The difference between healthy and unhealthy boundaries, what life looks like in the absence of them and how to go about establishing and maintaining your boundaries.

Buckle up my friends, get your journals and let's get to it.


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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-24-Yoga-Teaching-&-Enforcing-Boundaries Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15075226 Mon, 27 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1359 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 24 full false Ep 23: Yoga, Social Media, Body Positivity & Aesthetics Ep 23: Yoga, Social Media, Body Positivity & Aesthetics In recent years, the intersection of yoga, social media, and body positivity has emerged. As a dynamic and transformative space within the digital landscape. Yoga being an ancient practice rooted in mindfulness self-awareness and self-acceptance offers a holistic approach to physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. However, in this age of social media where curated images and idealized lifestyles often dominate our feeds sharing the practice of yoga has had some undesirable outcomes. Social media has seen a profound evolution becoming both a source of inspiration and a platform for challenging societal norms and beauty standards. 

I've noticed that recently social media has become a catalyst for the body positivity movement, amplifying diverse voices and representations of beauty and fostering a culture of acceptance and celebration of all bodies. 

As a teacher who uses social media, you have a voice to share your authentic experiences, struggles, and triumphs and you have a space to inspire others to embrace their bodies and cultivate a more positive relationship with themselves both on and off the mat. 

Body positivity, aesthetics, and social media intertwine to either make your online experience a pleasurable one or one that sends you spiraling. So let's talk about it...

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]]> In recent years, the intersection of yoga, social media, and body positivity has emerged. As a dynamic and transformative space within the digital landscape. Yoga being an ancient practice rooted in mindfulness self-awareness and self-acceptance offers a holistic approach to physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. However, in this age of social media where curated images and idealized lifestyles often dominate our feeds sharing the practice of yoga has had some undesirable outcomes. Social media has seen a profound evolution becoming both a source of inspiration and a platform for challenging societal norms and beauty standards. 

I've noticed that recently social media has become a catalyst for the body positivity movement, amplifying diverse voices and representations of beauty and fostering a culture of acceptance and celebration of all bodies. 

As a teacher who uses social media, you have a voice to share your authentic experiences, struggles, and triumphs and you have a space to inspire others to embrace their bodies and cultivate a more positive relationship with themselves both on and off the mat. 

Body positivity, aesthetics, and social media intertwine to either make your online experience a pleasurable one or one that sends you spiraling. So let's talk about it...

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-23-Yoga-Social-Media-Body-Positivity-&-Aesthetics Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15039840 Mon, 20 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2135 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 23 full false Ep 22: Yoga, Social Media, and Cultural Appropriation Ep 22: Yoga, Social Media, and Cultural Appropriation Social media has become an influential platform for yoga teachers. Shaping not only how you share your practice, but also how you perceive yourself within the yoga community. One significant impact is the pressure to conform to certain aesthetic standards and trends prevalent on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. 

Cultural appropriation in the realm of yoga is a complex and often contentious issue, especially when viewed through the lens of social media. Social media platforms have become popular where yoga students and teachers from diverse backgrounds converge to share their practice, teachings, and insights. However, within this digital landscape. The lines between appreciation and appropriation of cultural elements can often blur. The misrepresentation of traditional practices on social media, can unwittingly perpetuate harmful stereotypes and erode the integrity of yoga's origins. Understanding the nuances of cultural appropriation in yoga and its manifestation on social media is crucial for fostering, a more respectful and inclusive yoga community.

There are so many topics to dive into when we're talking about or thinking about the effects social media has on yoga. In this episode, let's do a deep dive into cultural appropriation. 

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]]> Social media has become an influential platform for yoga teachers. Shaping not only how you share your practice, but also how you perceive yourself within the yoga community. One significant impact is the pressure to conform to certain aesthetic standards and trends prevalent on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. 

Cultural appropriation in the realm of yoga is a complex and often contentious issue, especially when viewed through the lens of social media. Social media platforms have become popular where yoga students and teachers from diverse backgrounds converge to share their practice, teachings, and insights. However, within this digital landscape. The lines between appreciation and appropriation of cultural elements can often blur. The misrepresentation of traditional practices on social media, can unwittingly perpetuate harmful stereotypes and erode the integrity of yoga's origins. Understanding the nuances of cultural appropriation in yoga and its manifestation on social media is crucial for fostering, a more respectful and inclusive yoga community.

There are so many topics to dive into when we're talking about or thinking about the effects social media has on yoga. In this episode, let's do a deep dive into cultural appropriation. 

So go get your journals because this is going to be a good one!

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-22-Yoga-Social-Media-and-Cultural-Appropriation-Problems-and-Solutions Monica Bright Buzzsprout-15006774 Mon, 13 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1252 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 22 full false Ep 21: Teaching Yoga and How It Affects Family Dynamics Ep 21: Teaching Yoga and How It Affects Family Dynamics When my daughter, Olivia, was born, I was an elementary school teacher and I decided to put my career on pause and stay at home with her. We spent at least 2 years of her life together all the time… and we both loved it! I decided to go back to work but in a different capacity as an Educational Consultant (where I could decide how much or how little I wanted to work) which was perfect. I was working in schools coaching teachers so my work schedule naturally allowed me to be at home with her in the evenings, 2-3 days during the week, and of course weekends. 

In 2012, I started teaching yoga…. And that’s when my schedule changed. So naturally as a new yoga teacher I took all the classes I could get… 

This is the subject of this episode…. family dynamics, changes in schedules, and the effects it has on everyone involved. 

Listen as we discuss:

  • How my schedule change affected her & how it made her feel 
  • Ways she adjusted when I had to teach yoga classes during weekends or evenings
  • How we found time to spend together despite my busy teaching schedule
  • Positive or negative changes in my mood or energy levels when I began to prioritize my own yoga practice, and what effect that had on her
  • Changes in the atmosphere or routines at home as a result of the influence of my yoga practice
  • Taking Liv to Restorative classes with me - I wanted to help her learn ways to relax and calm her mind. How she felt about going to those classes 
  • Times when my yoga teaching schedule clashed with a family event or commitment, and how she handled it? 
  • Balancing my role as a yoga teacher with my responsibilities as a parent
  • Advice for other children of yoga teachers who may be struggling with shifting schedules and family dynamics

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]]> When my daughter, Olivia, was born, I was an elementary school teacher and I decided to put my career on pause and stay at home with her. We spent at least 2 years of her life together all the time… and we both loved it! I decided to go back to work but in a different capacity as an Educational Consultant (where I could decide how much or how little I wanted to work) which was perfect. I was working in schools coaching teachers so my work schedule naturally allowed me to be at home with her in the evenings, 2-3 days during the week, and of course weekends. 

In 2012, I started teaching yoga…. And that’s when my schedule changed. So naturally as a new yoga teacher I took all the classes I could get… 

This is the subject of this episode…. family dynamics, changes in schedules, and the effects it has on everyone involved. 

Listen as we discuss:

  • How my schedule change affected her & how it made her feel 
  • Ways she adjusted when I had to teach yoga classes during weekends or evenings
  • How we found time to spend together despite my busy teaching schedule
  • Positive or negative changes in my mood or energy levels when I began to prioritize my own yoga practice, and what effect that had on her
  • Changes in the atmosphere or routines at home as a result of the influence of my yoga practice
  • Taking Liv to Restorative classes with me - I wanted to help her learn ways to relax and calm her mind. How she felt about going to those classes 
  • Times when my yoga teaching schedule clashed with a family event or commitment, and how she handled it? 
  • Balancing my role as a yoga teacher with my responsibilities as a parent
  • Advice for other children of yoga teachers who may be struggling with shifting schedules and family dynamics

We had such a great conversation! I hope you enjoy it!

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/Ep21-Teaching-Yoga-and-How-It-Affects-Family-Dynamics Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14967851 Mon, 06 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2396 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 21 full false Ep 20: Somatic Yoga Principles - How To Incorporate Them In Your Yoga Classes Ep 20: Somatic Yoga Principles - How To Incorporate Them In Your Yoga Classes Somatic yoga is a mindful and reflective practice that emphasizes internal sensations, movement exploration, and self-awareness. Rooted in the principles of somatics, a field that explores the lived experience of the body, Somatic yoga teaches and encourages practitioners to become more attuned to their bodily sensations, movement patterns, and emotional responses.

One of the primary effects of somatic yoga is the release of muscular tension and chronic holding patterns. Through gentle, slow-paced movements and guided awareness practitioners learn to release tension stored in the muscles, fascia, and connective tissues. Somatic yoga also facilitates greater proprioception (the body's awareness of its position in space) and encourages more kinesthetic intelligence, which is learning through movement. Sharpening your sense of proprioception allows you to move with more competence and has the potential to save you from injury. Thus gaining a deeper understanding of your body's mechanics and movement potential.

Somatic yoga also helps regulate your nervous system by calming down an overactive nervous system and activating the relaxation response. Through slow deliberate movements and deep breathing, you activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which is like your body's built-in relaxation mode. This helps reduce the levels of stress hormones, like cortisol, and promotes a sense of calmness and tranquility. Let's dive into the world of somatic yoga and how you can incorporate it into your classes.

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]]> Somatic yoga is a mindful and reflective practice that emphasizes internal sensations, movement exploration, and self-awareness. Rooted in the principles of somatics, a field that explores the lived experience of the body, Somatic yoga teaches and encourages practitioners to become more attuned to their bodily sensations, movement patterns, and emotional responses.

One of the primary effects of somatic yoga is the release of muscular tension and chronic holding patterns. Through gentle, slow-paced movements and guided awareness practitioners learn to release tension stored in the muscles, fascia, and connective tissues. Somatic yoga also facilitates greater proprioception (the body's awareness of its position in space) and encourages more kinesthetic intelligence, which is learning through movement. Sharpening your sense of proprioception allows you to move with more competence and has the potential to save you from injury. Thus gaining a deeper understanding of your body's mechanics and movement potential.

Somatic yoga also helps regulate your nervous system by calming down an overactive nervous system and activating the relaxation response. Through slow deliberate movements and deep breathing, you activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which is like your body's built-in relaxation mode. This helps reduce the levels of stress hormones, like cortisol, and promotes a sense of calmness and tranquility. Let's dive into the world of somatic yoga and how you can incorporate it into your classes.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-20-Somatic-Yoga-Principles-and-how-to-incorporate-them-in-your-yoga-classes Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14925648 Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1409 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 20 full false Ep 19: Your Personal Practice - Where Did it Go & How to Get it Back Ep 19: Your Personal Practice - Where Did it Go & How to Get it Back Let's just go back in time for a little bit. Remember when you were practicing all the time, just loving being a student? And then you started teaching, adding classes to your schedule, and taking more continuing education. Did your personal practice kind of fall by the wayside?

This episode explores strategies and tips for reigniting  that spark and reclaiming your personal practice. It's not uncommon for you to find yourself in this situation where you spend so much time guiding others through their practice, that you begin to neglect your own. Teaching yoga can be incredibly fulfilling, but it can also be physically and mentally demanding, which leaves little time and energy for your personal practice.

What can you do when you feel disconnected from your own yoga practice? Well, first is essential to acknowledge that it's okay to feel this way. Keep listening, because we're going to dive right on into this subject and help you get back on track.

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]]> Let's just go back in time for a little bit. Remember when you were practicing all the time, just loving being a student? And then you started teaching, adding classes to your schedule, and taking more continuing education. Did your personal practice kind of fall by the wayside?

This episode explores strategies and tips for reigniting  that spark and reclaiming your personal practice. It's not uncommon for you to find yourself in this situation where you spend so much time guiding others through their practice, that you begin to neglect your own. Teaching yoga can be incredibly fulfilling, but it can also be physically and mentally demanding, which leaves little time and energy for your personal practice.

What can you do when you feel disconnected from your own yoga practice? Well, first is essential to acknowledge that it's okay to feel this way. Keep listening, because we're going to dive right on into this subject and help you get back on track.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-19-Your-Personal-Practice-Where-Did-It-Go-&-How-To-Get-It-Back Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14879959 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 927 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 19 full false Ep 18: Passive Income - What Is It & Why You want It Ep 18: Passive Income - What Is It & Why You want It Let's unpack passive income offerings. First, it really does take active effort and ongoing maintenance. So I don't really resonate or agree with the part of the definition, which states that earnings are generated with minimal active effort or ongoing maintenance. But the second part of the definition is this: You can create income while you sleep, travel or focus on other pursuits. And that's honestly, the part that I believe is true. 

Think of it like this passive income is income you can make while you're not physically teaching or students can continue to learn via audio and video recordings, PDFs, homework assignments, journaling prompts, and so on without you facilitating and being in front of them, therefore it's income that can be made while you're doing other things. Types of passive income can include affiliate marketing or online business ventures, such as digital products, courses, and membership programs. 

And in this episode, I want us to go down the passive income rabbit hole together.

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]]> Let's unpack passive income offerings. First, it really does take active effort and ongoing maintenance. So I don't really resonate or agree with the part of the definition, which states that earnings are generated with minimal active effort or ongoing maintenance. But the second part of the definition is this: You can create income while you sleep, travel or focus on other pursuits. And that's honestly, the part that I believe is true. 

Think of it like this passive income is income you can make while you're not physically teaching or students can continue to learn via audio and video recordings, PDFs, homework assignments, journaling prompts, and so on without you facilitating and being in front of them, therefore it's income that can be made while you're doing other things. Types of passive income can include affiliate marketing or online business ventures, such as digital products, courses, and membership programs. 

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-18-Passive-Income-What-is-it-&-why-you-want-it Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14840643 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1739 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 18 full false Ep 17: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome - The Key to Unlocking your True Potential Ep 17: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome - The Key to Unlocking your True Potential One of the reasons why I love producing this podcast for you is that we get to explore topics that will empower you to overcome obstacles. And unlock your full potential. In today's episode, we'll delve into the phenomenon of imposter syndrome and its impact on achieving your goals. It can be a formidable barrier to realizing your dreams. 

And as you continue to listen, you'll hear that I'm going to attempt to unravel the complexities. Of imposter syndrome and offer you some strategies that I've used myself. To overcome it. But first you'll need to understand what it really is.

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]]> One of the reasons why I love producing this podcast for you is that we get to explore topics that will empower you to overcome obstacles. And unlock your full potential. In today's episode, we'll delve into the phenomenon of imposter syndrome and its impact on achieving your goals. It can be a formidable barrier to realizing your dreams. 

And as you continue to listen, you'll hear that I'm going to attempt to unravel the complexities. Of imposter syndrome and offer you some strategies that I've used myself. To overcome it. But first you'll need to understand what it really is.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/ep-17-overcoming-imposter-syndrome-the-key-to-unlocking-your-true-potential Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14792288 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2051 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 17 full false Ep 16: Online Yoga - Accessible Learning, Scalability, and Diversifying your Content Ep 16: Online Yoga - Accessible Learning, Scalability, and Diversifying your Content Online courses and offerings are all the rage these days. I mean, they are the best way to reach tons of new people. Although it may seem overwhelming and a lot of work you can easily get started. Creating an online course can be a valuable tool for you for several reasons, including expanding your reach, accessible learning, and cultivating a more flexible schedule. Teaching more diverse content, positively affecting and increasing your income, and scaling your business can add more impact and empowerment for your students. 

This episode focuses on three of the above: accessible learning, diverse content, and scalability, and we'll do a deep dive into each one.

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]]> Online courses and offerings are all the rage these days. I mean, they are the best way to reach tons of new people. Although it may seem overwhelming and a lot of work you can easily get started. Creating an online course can be a valuable tool for you for several reasons, including expanding your reach, accessible learning, and cultivating a more flexible schedule. Teaching more diverse content, positively affecting and increasing your income, and scaling your business can add more impact and empowerment for your students. 

This episode focuses on three of the above: accessible learning, diverse content, and scalability, and we'll do a deep dive into each one.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/podcast-ep-16-online-yoga-accessible-learning-scalability-and-diversifying-your-content Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14744883 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2739 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 16 full false Ep 15: Branding - Mastering your Yoga Teaching Identity Ep 15: Branding - Mastering your Yoga Teaching Identity Branding separates you from other teachers, in a good way and clearly explains the type of yoga teacher you are. It also offers students a peek into your teaching methodology. So let's talk about branding and how important it is to differentiate yourself in the sea of yoga teachers that are teaching today. Realizing the differences between yourself and other yoga teachers is necessary. 

You don't need to compare yourself to other teachers, or judge yourself against other teachers, instead, realize your strengths. What do you enjoy teaching? Utilize this information to attract students who love what you have to offer.

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]]> Branding separates you from other teachers, in a good way and clearly explains the type of yoga teacher you are. It also offers students a peek into your teaching methodology. So let's talk about branding and how important it is to differentiate yourself in the sea of yoga teachers that are teaching today. Realizing the differences between yourself and other yoga teachers is necessary. 

You don't need to compare yourself to other teachers, or judge yourself against other teachers, instead, realize your strengths. What do you enjoy teaching? Utilize this information to attract students who love what you have to offer.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/podcast-ep-15-Branding-Mastering-your-Yoga-Teaching-Identity Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14696934 Mon, 25 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2053 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 15 full false Ep 14: The Power of Newsletters - Elevating Your Yoga Teaching Business Ep 14: The Power of Newsletters - Elevating Your Yoga Teaching Business I remember when I first started sending newsletters out. Initially, my strategy for sending them was to connect with students and keep them updated on my teaching schedule and any additional offerings I had available, whether that was workshops, special classes, retreats, etc.  This was great because I didn't have to rely on seeing students in person in order to talk with them. And I wasn't limited by the short amount of time I had to talk at the start of class. 

I knew newsletters should be a part of my business, but at the time I didn't fully realize how important they are. Now after 10 years of sending out newsletters, I fully understand their importance and I want you to as well. 

In this episode, I'll share with you some ideas to add to your newsletters so your subscribers can't wait to open them because they know there will be so much value inside!

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]]> I remember when I first started sending newsletters out. Initially, my strategy for sending them was to connect with students and keep them updated on my teaching schedule and any additional offerings I had available, whether that was workshops, special classes, retreats, etc.  This was great because I didn't have to rely on seeing students in person in order to talk with them. And I wasn't limited by the short amount of time I had to talk at the start of class. 

I knew newsletters should be a part of my business, but at the time I didn't fully realize how important they are. Now after 10 years of sending out newsletters, I fully understand their importance and I want you to as well. 

In this episode, I'll share with you some ideas to add to your newsletters so your subscribers can't wait to open them because they know there will be so much value inside!

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/podcast-ep-14-Newsletters-Elevating-Your-Yoga-Teaching-Business Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14656743 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1797 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 14 full true Ep 13: Emails - How Building A List Can Catapult Your Business Ep 13: Emails - How Building A List Can Catapult Your Business Let’s talk about the value of having an email list, bc if you don’t do anything else, you MUST cultivate and build your email list. One of the most important pieces of the puzzle in your business.

I don’t want to assume where you are in the process of having or building an email list so let’s begin with the basics…

An email list is a collection of email addresses that you can use to communicate with your students or clients. You can gather names and email addresses everywhere you teach. Whether it’s in regular classes, workshops, special classes… and so forth. It’s always a good business strategy to get people on your email list and deliver helpful and useful information that will make them want to read your emails. 

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]]> Let’s talk about the value of having an email list, bc if you don’t do anything else, you MUST cultivate and build your email list. One of the most important pieces of the puzzle in your business.

I don’t want to assume where you are in the process of having or building an email list so let’s begin with the basics…

An email list is a collection of email addresses that you can use to communicate with your students or clients. You can gather names and email addresses everywhere you teach. Whether it’s in regular classes, workshops, special classes… and so forth. It’s always a good business strategy to get people on your email list and deliver helpful and useful information that will make them want to read your emails. 

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14625800 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1959 13 full false Ep 12: Why you need a website Ep 12: Why you need a website Whether you teach full-time, part-time, in-studio, or just on occasion a website can help you in a whole host of ways. So if you're thinking, "Who am I to have a website?" or "I don't need a website, I just teach in-person at studios" then listen up because you absolutely DO need a website and it won't cost you a ton of money. 

In this episode, I'll help you realize all the benefits of having a website and how it can be a vital part of your career!

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]]> Whether you teach full-time, part-time, in-studio, or just on occasion a website can help you in a whole host of ways. So if you're thinking, "Who am I to have a website?" or "I don't need a website, I just teach in-person at studios" then listen up because you absolutely DO need a website and it won't cost you a ton of money. 

In this episode, I'll help you realize all the benefits of having a website and how it can be a vital part of your career!

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]]> Ella Paz Fuerte Buzzsprout-14585762 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0600 2103 1 12 full false Ep 11: Are you being strategic? Ep 11: Are you being strategic? Today we're continuing on with more business advice. I want to talk with you about the importance of being strategic about your career.  Initially I was taking continuing education for reasons other than really being strategic about them. But it was when I got clear on what and who I love teaching that it became clear to me what paths would benefit me the most. 

When I decided to focus my studies on injuries, pain management, recovery strategies, teaching aging and injured bodies it prepared me to sit on a panel discussion on Fitness & Pain Management.  As I was studying and falling in love with these subjects and teaching these types of bodies in classes, I also knew that I wanted to be able to share what I know in a bigger audience to more people who weren't necessarily already in my orbit. And that's what I want for you too. 

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]]> Today we're continuing on with more business advice. I want to talk with you about the importance of being strategic about your career.  Initially I was taking continuing education for reasons other than really being strategic about them. But it was when I got clear on what and who I love teaching that it became clear to me what paths would benefit me the most. 

When I decided to focus my studies on injuries, pain management, recovery strategies, teaching aging and injured bodies it prepared me to sit on a panel discussion on Fitness & Pain Management.  As I was studying and falling in love with these subjects and teaching these types of bodies in classes, I also knew that I wanted to be able to share what I know in a bigger audience to more people who weren't necessarily already in my orbit. And that's what I want for you too. 

So have a listen & let's get strategic!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14525055 Mon, 26 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 2099 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 11 full false Ep 10: Turn your continuing education into offerings Ep 10: Turn your continuing education into offerings I know you're a teacher who understands the value in continuing your education. Whether it's to continue learning, stay current and relevant. Maybe it's to keep your teaching and sequencing fresh or just to go all in. On a particular subject.

For example, you've invested in continuing education on topics like anatomy sequencing. Different modalities such as strength, training, resistance, bands, mobility, self myofascial release which is one of my favorites), or issues that pertain to aging bodies, injured bodies, maybe it's the lymphatic system, cadaver labs, and even yoga's roots.

I mean, the list is endless and it really is contingent on your interest. And that's what makes you different than any other yoga teacher.

In this episode, let's discuss the benefits of synthesizing what you're learning in your continuing education and extending that knowledge to your students. That's accessible and easy for them to pick up. All while you integrate the topics you're studying.

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]]> I know you're a teacher who understands the value in continuing your education. Whether it's to continue learning, stay current and relevant. Maybe it's to keep your teaching and sequencing fresh or just to go all in. On a particular subject.

For example, you've invested in continuing education on topics like anatomy sequencing. Different modalities such as strength, training, resistance, bands, mobility, self myofascial release which is one of my favorites), or issues that pertain to aging bodies, injured bodies, maybe it's the lymphatic system, cadaver labs, and even yoga's roots.

I mean, the list is endless and it really is contingent on your interest. And that's what makes you different than any other yoga teacher.

In this episode, let's discuss the benefits of synthesizing what you're learning in your continuing education and extending that knowledge to your students. That's accessible and easy for them to pick up. All while you integrate the topics you're studying.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/podcast-ep-10-Turn-your-continuing-education-into-offerings Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14463281 Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1546 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 10 full false Ep 9 Why you should diversify your teaching Ep 9 Why you should diversify your teaching Welcome back to another episode of the Essential Conversations for Yoga Teachers podcast. I'm super excited to talk about diversifying your offerings in this episode. If you're wondering the why behind this topic. No worries. That's what we're here to talk about today. If teaching yoga is a long-term goal for you. What I'm going to share with you today is super important and you'll want to listen.

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]]> Welcome back to another episode of the Essential Conversations for Yoga Teachers podcast. I'm super excited to talk about diversifying your offerings in this episode. If you're wondering the why behind this topic. No worries. That's what we're here to talk about today. If teaching yoga is a long-term goal for you. What I'm going to share with you today is super important and you'll want to listen.

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/podcast-ep-9-Why-you-should-diversify-your-teaching Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14439949 Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1243 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 9 full false Ep 8: Teaching through heartbreak Ep 8: Teaching through heartbreak Yoga students look to you to be the light. The teacher who commands the room. The one person in the yoga room for students to lean on. The one that yogis come to when their lives seem out of order, right?

Have you ever had a student cry in class? Have they told you that they just needed to release because life is a lot right now. In some form or another, you know, that students come to class to let go. To forget about everything outside the yoga room.

And you may have even encouraged this at the start of your classes. But what about you? What about when your world is falling apart? Whether it's a breakup. A divorce or a death in your family, the devastation is there and it's simmering underneath the surface. The question is, can you hold it together and teach? If you haven't experienced this yet, odds are, you will at some point during your yoga teaching career. 

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]]> Yoga students look to you to be the light. The teacher who commands the room. The one person in the yoga room for students to lean on. The one that yogis come to when their lives seem out of order, right?

Have you ever had a student cry in class? Have they told you that they just needed to release because life is a lot right now. In some form or another, you know, that students come to class to let go. To forget about everything outside the yoga room.

And you may have even encouraged this at the start of your classes. But what about you? What about when your world is falling apart? Whether it's a breakup. A divorce or a death in your family, the devastation is there and it's simmering underneath the surface. The question is, can you hold it together and teach? If you haven't experienced this yet, odds are, you will at some point during your yoga teaching career. 

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/podcast-ep-8-Teaching-through-heartbreak Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14357507 Mon, 05 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 776 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 8 full false Ep 7: How to know if you’re getting in your own way Pt 3 Ep 7: How to know if you’re getting in your own way Pt 3 This is an example of a fixed mindset. I always ask teachers to take what resonates and leave the rest, but be open to coming back to the information at a later date and see if it resonates then. I would never force a teacher to learn something new because oftentimes when we are presented with new information, We resisted. Or get defensive. Because it might go against the grain of what we already know.  

This episode dives into the physical and mental ways we get in our own way. Some you may recognize and others not so much. 

Listen and identify if you're getting in your own way!

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]]> This is an example of a fixed mindset. I always ask teachers to take what resonates and leave the rest, but be open to coming back to the information at a later date and see if it resonates then. I would never force a teacher to learn something new because oftentimes when we are presented with new information, We resisted. Or get defensive. Because it might go against the grain of what we already know.  

This episode dives into the physical and mental ways we get in our own way. Some you may recognize and others not so much. 

Listen and identify if you're getting in your own way!

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/podcast-ep-7-how-to-know-if-you're-getting-in-your-own-way-our-way-Pt-3 Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14286170 Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1431 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 7 full false Ep 6: How to design your yoga teaching career Pt 2 Ep 6: How to design your yoga teaching career Pt 2  I'm going to talk to you a little bit about how to craft your teaching career. In this episode, we will use an example, start at the big-picture goal and work backwards. By the way, I love starting at big-picture goals! 

This episode follows my roadmap to uncover what you want to teach, where you want to teach, how you want to teach, and discover the steps to help you get there. So if you're unable to take notes, say you're driving or washing dishes (btw I always listen to podcasts when I'm washing dishes) or say you just don't have a pen and paper near you to take notes. No worries. Included in the show notes below is a workable - downloadable PDF, meaning it has space for you to jot down your ideas. This is the exact roadmap that I use with teachers in my Business of Yoga 2.0 coaching program. 

And I'm going to partially walk you through it on this episode. So you don't have to write a thing, just yet. Just listen and let the information soak in!

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]]>  I'm going to talk to you a little bit about how to craft your teaching career. In this episode, we will use an example, start at the big-picture goal and work backwards. By the way, I love starting at big-picture goals! 

This episode follows my roadmap to uncover what you want to teach, where you want to teach, how you want to teach, and discover the steps to help you get there. So if you're unable to take notes, say you're driving or washing dishes (btw I always listen to podcasts when I'm washing dishes) or say you just don't have a pen and paper near you to take notes. No worries. Included in the show notes below is a workable - downloadable PDF, meaning it has space for you to jot down your ideas. This is the exact roadmap that I use with teachers in my Business of Yoga 2.0 coaching program. 

And I'm going to partially walk you through it on this episode. So you don't have to write a thing, just yet. Just listen and let the information soak in!

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/podcast-episode-6-How-to-design-your-yoga-teaching-career-Pt-2 Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14185402 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600 927 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 6 full false Ep 5: What does the yoga teaching career typically look like? Pt 1 Ep 5: What does the yoga teaching career typically look like? Pt 1 Welcome to part one of a three part series on what the yoga teaching career typically looks like. How to create the career you want. And how to identify if you're getting in your own way. Stay tuned to the end of this episode, where I'll give you four questions to ask yourself. And when you do, you'll get a lot clearer on your path as a yoga teacher!

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]]> Welcome to part one of a three part series on what the yoga teaching career typically looks like. How to create the career you want. And how to identify if you're getting in your own way. Stay tuned to the end of this episode, where I'll give you four questions to ask yourself. And when you do, you'll get a lot clearer on your path as a yoga teacher!

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/podcast-episode-5-What-does-the-yoga-teaching-career-typically-look-like-? Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14164544 Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1444 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 5 full false Ep 4: How to Find Your Passion Ep 4: How to Find Your Passion “I really don’t enjoy what I’m doing every day. I feel like I’m on a hamster wheel and am just going along with the program. Who’s program? I don’t know. I don’t even know if it’s mine. I feel like it just… is. And I want to change that. I want to be teaching what I LOVE and I know everything I’m doing is making me feel excited.” 

This is an exact quote from a teacher I’m coaching and I want to walk you through the conversation we had together. 

I see it all the time…. Yoga teachers who burn out and decide to quit teaching. And it’s too bad because these are typically amazing teachers who, for whatever reason, just haven’t found their way. Whether it’s your schedule, the demands of the job, the work outside of paid hours, or a lack of inspiration… I promise you this is a place that every yoga teacher experiences at some point. But it’s what you do next that matters…

I’ve never met a yoga teacher who says, “Imma take training, teach a couple of years, feel disempowered, and then quit teaching.” Like, it doesn’t happen that way… where we literally say this to ourselves, BUT it definitely does happen in real life… sometimes without us even realizing it. 

This is why I wanna have a conversation with you about finding your passion…

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]]> “I really don’t enjoy what I’m doing every day. I feel like I’m on a hamster wheel and am just going along with the program. Who’s program? I don’t know. I don’t even know if it’s mine. I feel like it just… is. And I want to change that. I want to be teaching what I LOVE and I know everything I’m doing is making me feel excited.” 

This is an exact quote from a teacher I’m coaching and I want to walk you through the conversation we had together. 

I see it all the time…. Yoga teachers who burn out and decide to quit teaching. And it’s too bad because these are typically amazing teachers who, for whatever reason, just haven’t found their way. Whether it’s your schedule, the demands of the job, the work outside of paid hours, or a lack of inspiration… I promise you this is a place that every yoga teacher experiences at some point. But it’s what you do next that matters…

I’ve never met a yoga teacher who says, “Imma take training, teach a couple of years, feel disempowered, and then quit teaching.” Like, it doesn’t happen that way… where we literally say this to ourselves, BUT it definitely does happen in real life… sometimes without us even realizing it. 

This is why I wanna have a conversation with you about finding your passion…

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/podcast-episode-4-how-to-find-your-passion Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14071200 Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600 972 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 4 full false Ep 3: The emotional process of YTT Ep 3: The emotional process of YTT “I had no idea it was going to be like this” 

“This is overwhelming and I just don’t know if I can do this” 

“Everybody else seems to be going through it with ease & I am over here struggling” 

I said these exact words to myself when I started my Yoga Teacher Training and I’ve been having conversations with teachers who are in training right now… and they are saying the same. 

Because I know what I know now, I can talk them off the proverbial ledge and I can help new teachers understand that, yes this is a lot of information, but you don’t have to remember it all, enjoy the process, and understand that this is an opportunity to learn about yoga and more importantly… about yourself. And these teachings can be applied to all areas of your life, forevermore :)



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]]> “I had no idea it was going to be like this” 

“This is overwhelming and I just don’t know if I can do this” 

“Everybody else seems to be going through it with ease & I am over here struggling” 

I said these exact words to myself when I started my Yoga Teacher Training and I’ve been having conversations with teachers who are in training right now… and they are saying the same. 

Because I know what I know now, I can talk them off the proverbial ledge and I can help new teachers understand that, yes this is a lot of information, but you don’t have to remember it all, enjoy the process, and understand that this is an opportunity to learn about yoga and more importantly… about yourself. And these teachings can be applied to all areas of your life, forevermore :)



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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/podcast-episode-3-the-emotional-process-of-yoga-teacher-training Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14071087 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600 883 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training 1 3 full false Ep 2: If I had to start all over again Ep 2: If I had to start all over again Hindsight is 20/20, right?!? I think we can all relate to that - whether it’s work-related decisions or in our relationships, both platonic and romantic. “If I could start all over again, what choices would I make knowing what I know now?” 

Unfortunately, we don’t have that luxury, BUT you have ME! And these Conversations to give you some insight as to some of the things you should absolutely be doing as a yoga teacher. 

Suggestions that will help you set a foundation for longevity, reduce the chances of burnout, and keep you excited about your teaching career and all the iterations of it! I’m excited to share these recommendations with you because these are THE things that I would absolutely be doing from the start, if I could start all over again!

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]]> Hindsight is 20/20, right?!? I think we can all relate to that - whether it’s work-related decisions or in our relationships, both platonic and romantic. “If I could start all over again, what choices would I make knowing what I know now?” 

Unfortunately, we don’t have that luxury, BUT you have ME! And these Conversations to give you some insight as to some of the things you should absolutely be doing as a yoga teacher. 

Suggestions that will help you set a foundation for longevity, reduce the chances of burnout, and keep you excited about your teaching career and all the iterations of it! I’m excited to share these recommendations with you because these are THE things that I would absolutely be doing from the start, if I could start all over again!

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]]> https://www.enhanced-body.com/podcast-episode-2-what-id-do-if-I-had-to-start-all-over-again Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14070736 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1102 yoga teachers, yoga teacher training, yoga teacher 1 2 full false Ep 1: Why We Love Teaching Yoga Ep 1: Why We Love Teaching Yoga One thing I bet most of us were not very clear about before we started yoga teacher training is that making it a financially lucrative career can be challenging. But we go ahead anyway, likely because of the way yoga has touched our lives, the way it's healed our traumas, or the way the practice makes us feel. In this episode, let's remember some of the reasons why you decided to become a yoga teacher. 

If you ever feel like you've forgotten the love you have for the yoga practice, in the midst of making it your career, come back to this episode and re-remember!

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]]> One thing I bet most of us were not very clear about before we started yoga teacher training is that making it a financially lucrative career can be challenging. But we go ahead anyway, likely because of the way yoga has touched our lives, the way it's healed our traumas, or the way the practice makes us feel. In this episode, let's remember some of the reasons why you decided to become a yoga teacher. 

If you ever feel like you've forgotten the love you have for the yoga practice, in the midst of making it your career, come back to this episode and re-remember!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14052079 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600 555 1 1 full false About me About me Who is Monica Bright?

I have been teaching yoga since 2012 in the city of Chicago & have come to love the human body so much that it's important to me to teach sustainable yoga so that students can actually practice for life. 

I teach yoga teachers (via mentorship & business coaching) how to cultivate the life they want so that they actually create thriving careers!

In years past, I've led anatomy trainings and facilitated workshops on movement and injuries prevalent in yoga. 2024 will be the 4th year of owning and running an online yoga studio, which includes access to a recorded library of over 350+ classes, tutorials & instructional videos, and teaches weekly Live classes to students around the world.

When you listen to this brief intro episode I'll share more about who I am, some of my life experiences, and how I landed here as a yoga teacher!

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]]> Who is Monica Bright?

I have been teaching yoga since 2012 in the city of Chicago & have come to love the human body so much that it's important to me to teach sustainable yoga so that students can actually practice for life. 

I teach yoga teachers (via mentorship & business coaching) how to cultivate the life they want so that they actually create thriving careers!

In years past, I've led anatomy trainings and facilitated workshops on movement and injuries prevalent in yoga. 2024 will be the 4th year of owning and running an online yoga studio, which includes access to a recorded library of over 350+ classes, tutorials & instructional videos, and teaches weekly Live classes to students around the world.

When you listen to this brief intro episode I'll share more about who I am, some of my life experiences, and how I landed here as a yoga teacher!

Click HERE to send me a text & let me know your thoughts on this episode!

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]]> Monica Bright Buzzsprout-14056075 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0600 380 1 0 full false