Yoga Teacher Training Podcast: Learn Anatomy, Philosophy, Business and More (Jeremy Devens)

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What does it mean to be in alignment? One aspect is aligning with the changing of the seasons. Ayurveda is a sister science of yoga all about understanding the elements and how they effect us. From the foods we eat, to our thoughts, behaviors and yoga practices. In today's episode I share how I use Ayurveda to adapt my teaching to the individuals I work with and to the season we're in. I love this topic and I share a ton more about it my mindful new year course that you can check out at http://www.mindfulnewyear.com

Enter to win free access to the online version of Mindful New Year by leaving an honest review for this podcast or my others: Quietmind Yoga and Quietmind Astrology. Winner will be selected on January 10th, one week before the event. 

Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

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The most life-changing thing I’ve done was take a Yoga Teacher Training.

I didn't take it to become a teacher, though. I took a Yoga Teacher Training to learn more about my self, my health and improve my yoga and meditation practice.

It did all of that and so much more than I could have imagined.

In today’s episode I share my story of how I became a teacher from childhood, to my first YTT to today.

If you have been wanting to expand your practice and considering becoming a teacher by taking a YTT there are now more options than ever before to become a certified teacher, but not all trainings are the same.

Since starting the Yoga Teacher Training podcast in 2019 I have heard from people all over the world who have had a disappointing and discouraging experience in their YTT, so I created this workshop to save you years of confusion and frustration. To help you know exactly what to look for and what to focus on for your own practice, your health and, if you desire, creating a career doing work you love, teaching yoga.

It's called "The 60 Minute YTT: 10 Keys to Confidence, Clarity and Creating A Career Doing Work You Love Teaching Yoga"

If you've been curious about Yoga Teacher Training you'll learn a ton at this workshop, so come ready to take notes

Register at this link to get all the details: http://www.quietmind.yoga/yttworkshop

See you at the workshop!
Jeremy

What's it like to have JUST finished Yoga Teacher Training? On today's episode we'll talk about exactly that.  

I interviewed Allison Halley - who I have worked with 1-1 for several months - just days after she finished her first Teacher Training, She actually didn't take my training, and we'll discuss why. She addresses some of the most common questions I hear from students, and the questions that she had when she wasn't sure if she was ready to take a yoga teacher training.

Allison has an amazingly optimistic, focused and inspiring mindset that shines in this interview - these are excellent qualities to for any teacher. In fact, in the 2 month since we recorded this interview Allison went from 'just graduated' to teaching TWO weekly classes! I'll definitely have her back in the future to discuss her quick growth, but you could get to know her much more because she has enrolled in my March 2020 Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training that is all online, and you could be her classmate! I'll share more details about this training in the weeks ahead, but for now you can sign up for my free upcoming workshop: 3 Mindset Shifts to Build Confidence in Teaching Yoga at http://www.quietmind.yoga/confidence - details coming soon.

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Today begins a new series on applying the 8 limbs of yoga to practicing and teaching yoga. Each week I will cover a new aspect of the 8 limbs from the Yamas and Niyamas to Samadhi.

In this episode I will give an overview of the 8 limbs of yoga, their origins and different interpretations of how you can apply them to your yoga practice and teaching. I’ll also share a helpful memorization trick that I’ve used to remember the 10 Yamas and Niyamas.

This is a solid foundation for yoga philosophy and applying yoga to all areas of life outside of practice. We’ll discuss the overview of the 8 Limbs and touch on Yamas (Don’ts), Niyamas (Dos), Asana, Pranayama, Pratiyahara, Dharana, Dhyana and Samadhi.

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Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

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Like anything, the more consistent your practice becomes, the more significant results you'll see: increased flexibility, strength, balance and equanimity of mind. Many of the advanced poses will come as a side effect of regular practice. Many of the day-to-day benefits of feeling less stressed and reactive will come as a side effect of regular practice. If we chase these goals directly it will likely lead to frustration and injury. Instead, we can focus on making it easy to have a consistent practice. Here are 5 things I've found to be helpful:

1. You make it a routine - a time, a place, a stop and start. it could be a class or at home. The more automatic it is to get to practice, the less willpower needed. 
2. You have support - You've likely heard you are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with. Find peers who also practice yoga and it will become the new norm.
3. You have a teacher you like - It's good to explore at first but once you find a teacher or two you like it is one less variable to decide on. A good teacher will have consistent classes or offerings for you to continue to deepen your practice. 
4. You practice releasing judgments and expectations - Easier said than done, but one of the most demotivating things you can do is compare yourself - even to yourself. Every day is different, every practice is different. Yoga is about being with what arises without judgment. Any judgment is just a reminder to come back to being with this new experience. 
5. You have a space that makes it easy to practice - If you practice at a study, make it easy to get there. If you practice at home have a space that is ideally just used for yoga with things that feel inspiring and motivating to practice. If it needs to be a multipurpose space, make it easy to move obstructions.

Enroll in the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt -- Learn 10 Core Competencies including Anatomy, Philosophy, Asana, Meditation and Teaching Skills such as today's topic: How To Take Requests.

I'll share the number one thing I believe is most important to taking student requests (hint: it is part of the 8 Limbs of Yoga). Then I'll share 9 things to consider when taking requests, exactly what I do with students and what I teach inside the QUietmind Yoga Teacher Training. We'll explore some important things to consider:

• Should you take student requests when teaching yoga? Why or why not? 
• What if they have low back pain, or a knee injury or a shoulder injury and you don't know how to work with it?
• How do you stay within the scope of teaching yoga and what we can do as yoga teachers vs physical therapists or kinesiologists, etc.
• How to always keep learning as a yoga student and teacher.
• How to know if your teaching is effective and helpful for your yoga students.
  

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Jeremy

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Today I talk about the common myth and fear that "there are too many yoga teachers." I share why this is a common and valid concern, as well as the reasons I believe this is just not true - along with the stats and math to back it up! If you find this helpful you'll love what I share at next week's free workshop. 

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Jeremy

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On today's episode I share the core of what I teach: Stirha Sukha Asana - and how working with polarity applies to yoga and everything we do - from breathing - to your heartbeat - to the cycles of nature. 

This is integrated into my upcoming retreat: Mindful New Year - Jan 17-19 in Austin, TX or online. Learn more at http://www.mindfulnewyear.com

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Today I'm answering a student's question: "can you really learn yoga online?" What about the in-person, hands on instruction to make sure you're doing the poses safely? 

Today I share 5 pros and 5 cons of taking an online Yoga Teacher Training. I have been a student and teacher in countless trainings and can say there are definitely strengths and weaknesses to both. I'll share several things I have found really helpful for my YTT students that you'll want to make sure your Yoga Teacher Trainer considers so you get the most out of your experience. 

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Jeremy

In modern discussion of yoga there is a lot of conflict about what is or isn't yoga. Now we have so many permutations, and so many people claiming their yoga is more authentic, who should we listen to? 

In this podcast I will go all the way back to the oldest written mention of the word yoga to explore it's definition and practice and how that applies to our modern, westernized approaches to yoga. 

I'll dive into one of my favorite sources of yogic wisdom, the Upanishads. A treasure trove of incredible teachings that are as relevant now as they were 2000+ years ago. 

Two of my favorite translation / commentaries on the Upanishads are this one by Eknath Eswaren and this one by Thomas Egenes. Both worth having in your library to review for years to come. 

I also mentioned a great documentary you can check out HERE that shows what practices that modern yogis are doing that were also practiced by the yogis of 2000+ years ago 

If you like learning yoga from the roots up then you will love the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training. Doors open 9/9 and you can join the waiting list here. Can't make it this time? Next class will be in the Spring. 

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Jeremy

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What is on a Yoga Certification exam? Every one will be different, but almost all of them will cover similar aspects of yoga: philosophy, anatomy, postures. I put together a free mini quiz for you to test your yoga knowledge at http://www.quietmind.yoga/19quiz -- I'll walk you through the whole thing in today's episode. You can test your knowledge before listening, or after and see how you do. These are some of the same questions I include in the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training certification exam. Of course, I don't cover everything here, but these are some of the essentials, and a great place to start to make sure you do great no matter which certification you take. 

If you want to learn more, check out my free online workshop 3 Mindset Shifts to Build Confidence in Teaching Yoga at http://www.quietmind.yoga/confidence 

Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

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Lily Allen-Duenas is an international yoga teacher, meditation guide, and holistic health and wellness coach. She helps overwhelmed individuals reduce their emotional overload, and find balance, breath, and space for self-care. Lily is the founder of the Wild Yoga Tribe and is the host of the Wild Yoga Tribe podcast. Follow her at https://wildyogatribe.com/

We talked about a wide range of topics including
- How Lily got into yoga, became a teacher and started the Wild Yoga Tribe podcast
- Nervous system regulation
- The value of "gym yoga"
- Creating an international community
- Simple practices you can do to reduce stress
- Yogic practices in relationship

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Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

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Today I share about the 4th Niyama: Svadyaya

This is one of my favorite aspects of yoga, one the most essential, and one of the most empowering. 

All of our choices stem from our awareness so it is essential to have practices to become more self aware. In today's episode I share 3 simple practices you can do to cultivate self awareness immediately. These are some of the most powerful, life-changing practices that I've encountered and I'm excited to share them with you here!

This is part of my series on the 'Yoga Philosophy' Core Competency. One of 10 Core Competencies I teach in the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training. Class only opens twice a year and the next one opens in just a few weeks! Get notified and receive some special exclusive training and offers by joining the waiting list to learn more at http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt

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There is a new article from the BBC called “Yoga teachers risking serious hip problems” https://www.bbc.com/news/health-50181155

In today’s episode I read through the article and share the one piece missing from the article - specifically how to apply this article to your practice and prevent serious hip problems.

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Want to plan your year to make time for your practice and what is most important to you? Jan 17th is the Mindful New Year retreat online or in Austin, TX where you will apply yoga, Ayurveda and Vedic astrology to plan the year ahead in alignment with the seasons and personalized to your unique type (dosha) and your Vedic moon signs. Don't know these things? You will learn them at this retreat! http://www.mindfulnewyear.com

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In 2016, after 5 years of yoga certifications, I realized something was missing. I had a ton of personal and spiritual growth, but almost no material or financial growth. I moved around Austin from one guest room to another until I found a place I wanted to live with awesome roommates. When I asked how much it cost to live there I said "oh wow, nevermind, I wont be able to afford that." The cost was $500 a month. With all bills and food included. 

I started to question the path I was on. How could I serve my students if I can't even pay my bills? So instead of taking another yoga training, I took a business training. For six years I studied with some of the best marketing, sales and business teachers in the world. This was not separate from my spiritual path at all. It was the best thing I could have done for my personal growth. The teachers I resonated with most lived yogic principles like ahimsa and aparigraha. They also happened to be the most successful ones. 

Since then, I've become more confident, focused, and more myself than ever before. As a reflection of my internal growth, my business has seen massive growth too. After 350k+ podcast downloads and creating a six figure business doing only work I love, I want to give back. If you want to grow your yoga business and see similar results, then I created something you'll love. It's a free workshop called Thrive Teaching Online on Tuesday April 26th at 2pm CST. I'm opening this workshop to the public, and offering 1-1 mentoring to a few dedicated teachers. This is for you if you want to increase your income, grow your audience and transition to only doing work you love. My goal is to help you achieve those results and save years of trial, error, overwhelm and frustration. If you’re interested, go to thriveteachingonline.com/workshop to sign up for the free workshop. 

Brahmacharya comes form the words brahman (the source of which are all a part) and acharya “to walk with” to “follow the lead” or “to lead.” So why is this Yama often defined as “abstinence from sex?”

Today I’ll share about

1. What is Brahmacharya? Is it abstinence from sex? Why?
2. How does Brahmacharya relate to taoist and tantric sexual cultivation practices?
3. What does this Yama have to do with our most valuable asset: our attention?
4. Simple ways to apply Brahmacharya to your life

Want to learn more about the Yoga Sutra - the source of Brahmacharya? Check out the Yoga Book Club where we are reading from the Yoga Sutra together every week, live on Zoom. You can join in to any or all sessions. They are recorded for you to watch on-demand. Join now to get 14 days free, then just $9.97/mo. You don’t even need to own the book to read along with us. Learn more at http://www.yogabookclub.com

We all know yoga isn’t just about physical poses—it’s about working with energy, too. Beyond just putting the body into shapes, we’re working with pranayama, meditation, and powerful maps of consciousness like the chakras, nadis, koshas, and kundalini energy. In this episode, I’ll dive into these subtle layers of yoga, sharing insights from my years of practice and teaching, as well as what I teach in the Quietmind Yoga Membership and the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training.

Whether you’re a beginner or more advanced, you’ll learn how to work with these energies in practical ways. I’ll break down how to recognize when a chakra is balanced, excessive, or deficient, and how to use yoga practices to restore harmony. I’ll also share how energy moves from subtle to gross, why it’s so important to address imbalances before they manifest physically, and simple tools like pranayama and grounding poses to regulate your energy.

If you’ve ever wondered how to go beyond the physical and truly tap into the deeper layers of yoga, this episode is for you.

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This practice changed my life. 

Around 12 years ago I was struggling with depression and feeling stuck on how to navigate it. 

I knew something needed to change so when I heard about a practice that could possibly help, I was eager to try it. 

The practice, I know now, shares its roots with this ancient teaching of Yoga Philosophy. 

What is the practice? I will share in this podcast, as well as how you can start applying it today. 

The Yoga Sutra teaches "From contentment comes all happiness." 

The Sanskrit word for this is "Santosha" which comes from "Sam" and "tosha" meaning "completely all together." -- When we are 'completely all together' we feel contentment. 

Is contentment just complacency though? 

What if you feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious and think seeking contentment is unrealistic? 

What creates discontent? 

This episode is quite personal to my own growth. I look forward to sharing the lessons I've learned about contentment with you today. 

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Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

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If you want consistent income, real impact, and personal freedom through your yoga teaching—without burning out or losing yourself—this episode is for you.

In this episode, I unpack what it really means to be consistent, and why so many yoga teachers feel shame around this word. We explore the energetic frequency behind our actions and how our inner alignment (or misalignment) shapes our results—whether it’s inconsistent income, irregular teaching schedules, or confusion about what to offer.

We’ll break down:

• Why you might secretly not want the consistency you’re craving

• How to track and align your income with your energy and impact

• Why your offers need to be deeply fulfilling and financially sustainable

• The entrepreneur mindset shift every yoga teacher needs

• The link between your own introspection and your ability to make an impact

You’ll hear real-world strategies and mindset shifts to:

• Build sustainable income that honors your energy

• Make a meaningful impact through your authentic teaching

• Expand your freedom by doing less, but better

• Avoid burnout by knowing when to rest and when to teach

• Stay true to yourself while growing your reach

This isn’t about hustle or overwhelm. It’s about embodiment, alignment, and building something that lasts.

💡 Journal Prompts:

• What does consistency feel like in my body?

• What kind of energy do I bring to teaching, posting, or promoting?

• Am I doing what I really want—or what I think I “should” do?

• Where am I leaking energy in my business or teaching?

✨ Whether you’re teaching weekly classes, running online offerings, or dreaming of your first retreat—this episode will help you clarify your next right step. It’s time to create a business that nourishes you as much as it helps others.

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- “If you’re not being consistent, part of you doesn’t want to be.”

- “You can’t expect consistent income from inconsistent action.”

- “When you create offers that are both heart-aligned and financially sustainable, freedom follows.”

- “You’re not just a yoga teacher—you’re an entrepreneur. That changes everything.”

- “Burnout happens when you try to give more than you have. Like drinking from a coconut that’s already empty.”

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Imposter Syndrome is "the persistent inability to believe that one's success is deserved or has been legitimately achieved as a result of one's own efforts or skills." In this episode I offer a new definition of imposter syndrome and a new way to think about your teaching when this voice comes up.

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Plan your year in sync with astrology and yogic principles at MindfulNewYear.com

Today I share a yogic perspective of goal setting and living into your dharma (purpose).

We all know most goal setting and New Years Resolutions don't stick, so what actually works?

This is something I come back to a lot in my own life; what's most important to focus on next, and how to stay on track with my path. Maybe you can relate?

I share 6 major points about this and some powerful questions for self inquiry to help you check in with what matters most to you in this season of your life.

Dharma is a continually evolving path, so this is one of those episodes you might want to come back to regularly.

If you want a guided workshop all about this go to MindfulNewYear.com⁠

I guide you through a powerful practice to review the past, prepare for the future and get current with what matters most now. I share all the major Vedic Astrology / energy shifts for the year ahead and how you can best work with them + several other resources to optimize your health, wealth, relationships and purpose.

Enjoy!

Jeremy

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Since I began teaching in 2011 I have noticed there is a pattern to how I have learned over the years. Once I noticed this pattern I asked other experienced teachers if they noticed it too. They did! I began applying it to how I learned going forward and it has helepd my practice stay interesting, engaging and evolving every year since.

PHASE 1: Study the Fundamentals: You've likely heard "you don't know what you don't know." This is where you start. With a beginners mind, curious and open to new possibiliteis. Maybe you feel this way about anatomy, asana or breathwork. This is the time to find a mentor, learn the mindset, and see the big picture. Explore for a while, then decide where to dig deeper in phase 2,

PHASE 2: Deepen Your Practice: Now that you have the basics down, you start thinking "Ok, i get it," but only intellectually. it takes lots of practice and repittion to myelinate your brain and build mind-muscle connection. In this phase you start having realizations, new perspectives. Satchidananda said "stop digging shallow wells, you have to dig deep to reach water." That is phase 2.

Learn more and get your FREE GUIDE that walks you through each step at

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Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

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In today's episode I start with the question of "what are the most essential, source texts of yoga?" - There have been so many books written, but where do they originate? Are most modern books on yoga derivative of these texts? What do they teach that has stood the test of time? I will share all about that in today's episode of the Yoga Teacher Training podcast. 

Here are links to the texts I mentioned in this episode:
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Thanks for listening!

Jeremy

Asteya means non-stealing. A few years ago I became aware of a subtle, unintentional way that I was taking from others. My intention was to be “helpful” and demonstrate care, so I was bewildered when a coach pointed out that my attempts to be caring were actually taking more than I was giving. This took me a while to fully grasp, and it is a common, well intended behavior in helping professions. I’ll share about that experience and how it taught me the value of Asteya in today’s episode.

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Today I’ll share about

1. What is Asteya and why is it the third ‘step’ of yoga, well before asana?
2. The unintentional way that we might be taking from ourselves
3. The unintentional way that we might be taking from teachers
4. The unintentional way that we might be taking from students
5. A simple way to apply Asteya in each pose

Today I get to interview Lisa Feder. Lisa is an experienced yoga teacher, MBA and author of "A Year of Mindful Wellness." We talked about how to avoid burnout - and an experienced that Lisa had recently of realizing her cup was empty and how she navigated that. We talk about the need for intentions and directing our attention to be focused. We discuss how the simple gratitude practice Lisa has been doing recently and how it's shifted her perspective of things, and how you can apply it too. I also share my own experience with Lisa and how something she said to me changed the way I approach my schedule. 

You can follow Lisa on Instagram at @beingwellyoga. Her website is http://www.beingwellyoga.com. You can check out her next retreat here and purchase her book on Amazon here. 

Get the full transcript of today's episode here. 

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There are more teacher trainings than ever. How can you know which one is best for you? In today's episode I'll share five essential factors to consider when choosing a Yoga Teacher Training. Having been a part of several trainings as both a student and teacher, I have learned that there are some things that can make all the difference in the quality of your training and your own personal growth. I'll share the lessons I've learned in this episode. 

If you want a training that addresses all aspects I discuss here; from the curriculum, to the learning environment and resources to build your confidence in your practice and your teaching, check out the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at  http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt

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Aparigraha means “non-grasping” and is the final “don’t” of Yoga Philosophy. It asks us to be aware of where we grasp to results, behaviors and anything external that may ultimately lead to suffering and disconnection from our true self.

Today I’ll share about

1. What is Aparigraha?
2. Is it healthy to practice non-attachment? Is that unrealistic?
3. How can we practice aparigraha?

Want to learn more about the Yoga Sutra - the source of Aparigraha? Check out the Quietmind Yoga Membership where you can practice along with several classes including a series on the 8 limbs of yoga. http://www.quietmind.yoga/membership

Click here to download the free PDF Hatha Yoga Sequence For Beginners

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How do you create a safe and inviting space for students of all backgrounds?

In this episode I share how to create a safe and inclusive space when teaching yoga Learn about

⭐️ What many people get wrong about "holding space"
⭐️ How to make a class feel great for all levels, from beginner to advanced
⭐️ The massive difference a few simple word changes can make to your student's experience

Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

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How do you build willpower, discipline and patience? This is one of the core teachings of yoga philosophy: Tapas. 

Tapas means all of those things plus intensity, passion and focus. 

We see it in the ascetic yogis who devote their lives to tapas practices like keeping one arm up in the air for their whole life. This is still happening in India to this day. 

Yogis who practice tapas teach us that we are capable of much more than the mind would let on. They can inspire us to challenge ourselves and grow.

This follows the Niyama of contentment because it's important to embody both contentment and tapas. Stirha and sukha. Effort and ease.

In today's episode I will share 10 yogic ways you can apply tapas to your life to increase your own willpower and discipline. 

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Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

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One of my favorite topics to study outside of yoga is quantum physics. It's so fascinating and validates a lot of the ancient yoga philosophy with modern science about how the universe works.

We know that everything in the universe (including us) is made up of atoms, but what are atoms made of? These are called subatomic particles, but the interesting thing is they only appear as particles (forms) when we observe them, otherwise they behave more like waves (potential energy). This is the like the relationship of parusha (spirit) and prakriti (form) in yoga philosophy.

We are literally creating our reality based on what we put our attention on!

This is why I say your intention is so important. Your intention determines your attention, and what you put your attention creates your feelings, your actions, your results and everything else in your life. More than time, money and energy, I believe your attention is your most valuable asset, because it is what leads to creating all three of those things, and everything else in our lives.

This is why I started the free Deepen Your Yoga Practice series with setting an intention for the training. You can join the free training here.

In this new episode of the Yoga Teacher Training podcast I share about all of the above and the fascinating ways quantum physics applies in yoga and in life.  Enjoy!

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Jeremy

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Quote:
“The idea of an objective real world whose smallest parts exist objectively in the same sense as stones or trees exist, independently of whether or not we observe them ... is impossible”
Werner Heisenberg

Why do you practice postures?

Today and over the next 3 episodes let's explore what it really is that we are doing when we do yoga. Is it to reach a goal of flexibility? Is it to be present in the body? Is it to tune out from life for an hour in a day? What if all perspectives can be valid and appropriate and the real aim is to develop your inner authority that knows which perspective is in alignment for you? I'll share insights from all the way back at my very first yoga class and how that continues to shape my practice and perspective today, as well as thoughts from my mentors, historical teachers, the source texts of yoga and modern science. Look forward to sharing with you!

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What is your truth? How do you distinguish objective vs subjective truth? How do you teachers NOT apply truthfulness in teaching? I’ll share all about this in today’s episode on Satya (Truthfulness).

The Quietmind Yoga Membership is now open! Visit http://www.quietmind.yoga/membership for full length classes, mini workshops and 1-1 feedback to build specific skills in your practice such as nervous system regulation, expanding lung capacity and pose breakdowns. $9.97 a month or 20% off for a full year. Over the next few weeks I’ll be adding practices to embody the 8 limbs of yoga as we learn more in this series.

Today continues our series on applying the 8 limbs of yoga to teaching yoga. Each week I will cover a new aspect of the 8 limbs. This week I’ll share how you can apply the Satya (truthfulness) to your practice and teaching. I’ll share about:

1. What is your “truth?”
2. How do you distinguish objective vs subjective truth?
3. The unexpected way I realized I was being dishonest with myself
4. A simple way to apply Satya in each pose
5. The most common ways yoga teachers DON”T apply satya

1. Hire a business coach (email me at jeremy@quietmind.yoga to see if I can support you or point you in the right direction)
2. Set an intention and review it daily
3. Take new yoga classes
4. Take new non yoga classes
5. Set a 10 minute timer to move intuitively
6. Take singing lessons
7. Do vocal warm ups on YouTube
8. Take speaking lessons or read a book on public speaking
9. Watch inspiring talks from teachers on any subject (such as TED talks)
10. Focus on a core competency to develop (anatomy, philosophy, etc)
11. Buy three books on that subject and set a deadline to have read them or turned them into topics for classes you teach
12. Try a sequencing app like Tummee
13. Get insurance (http://www.quietmind.yoga/insurance)
14. Track your classes (attendance, theme, etc) with a spreadsheet or a notebook - what gets measured gets improved
15. Track your online output (what gets measured gets improved)
16. Post a FB Live video
17. Make a goal to post to social media daily for a month
18. Make a YouTube video
19. Make a business website
20. File paperwork to make an LLC
21. Host an in person event or workshop
22. Start an email list

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Jeremy

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A few years ago I went to India and one of my guides said “the thing that India teaches you is how to surrender.” I will explain all about that today as I share about the 5th Niyama: Ishvari Pranidhana - Surrender to source. Fun fact: this can be spelled "ishvara" for the divine masculine and "ishvari" for the divine feminine.

Download the free "8 Limbs Of Yoga Study Guide" for this series at http://www.quietmind.yoga/8limbs

Thanks for listening!
Jeremy Devens
Quietmind Yoga

Today I share 7 of the most helpful things I have learned about anatomy, and many of them I didn't learn until years into my practice. This is all infused into my March 2020 Online Yoga Teacher Training and Mentorship at http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt but some of the best ideas are right here in this episode. Hopefully this podcast can save you years of confusion and even harm to your body.  The 7 things I share about are: 

1. The 5 movements of the spine
2. Every anatomic cue comes from understanding anatomic neutral
3. Every muscle in the body can do two things
4. Think about all areas of the body 3 dimensionally: front, back and sides
5. The 6 movements of the scapula
6. Joints are responsible for 47% of flexibility, muscles and fascia are 41%
7. Learn anatomy from PTs, CPTs, doctors and other anatomy specialists

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Today I share a major topic Im teaching inside the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training. At the core of yoga philosophy is Samkhya philosophy -- a lesser known and far less practiced philosophy that includes an understanding of creation based on 2 qualities: parusha and prakriti (something and nothing), similar to yin and yang, stirha and sukha and other pairs of opposites. From them comes the 3 gunas: sattva, rajas and tamas which I will share about today. Learning these three qualities completely changed my approach to life and practice. Everything can be understood through these three qualities, making it an essential part of yoga philosophy. Excited to share all about it with you on today's episode!. 

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🌞 What's your sign? You might think of yourself as an Aries or Taurus or Gemini, but did you know that the Sun was most likely not even in that sign on the day you were born? This is one of the biggest differences between Western and Vedic Astrology, the topic of today's episode. How can this ancient practice help you understand yourself, your strengths, your weaknesses and improve your teaching? Ill share on today's episode!

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Jeremy

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http://www.quietmind.yoga/membership The Quietmind Yoga Membership is now open! Weekly live classes and weekly mini workshops to develop deliberate skills in your practice such as nervous system regulation, strengthening Agni. Over the next few weeks I’ll be adding bonus classes with practices to embody the 8 limbs of yoga as we learn more in this series.

Today continues our series on applying the 8 limbs of yoga to teaching yoga. Each week I will cover a new aspect of the 8 limbs. This week I’ll share how you can apply the first Yama: Ahimsa to teaching.

It may seem obvious that you are not harming your students in class, but there is an unavoidable power dynamic at play in yoga classes that has been a source of harm to countless students who have shared their stories in recent years. I will share ways I have found to both hold the seat of the teacher, while guiding students back to their inner authority.

The points I will discuss are: 

1. Notice judgements and comparisons in your practice
2. When negative thoughts arise, cultivate the opposite
3. Rather than assume authority over students, direct them towards their inner authority
4. Use invitational cues rather than authoritative cues — while still using active cues rather than passive cues

"Non-killing being established, in his presence all emnities cease (in others).
If a man gets the idea of non-injuring others, before him even animals which are by their nature ferocious will become peaceful. The tiger and the lamb will play together before that Yogi and will not hurt each other. When you have come to that state, then alone you will understand that you have become firmly established in non-injuring" - Vivekananda

“Ahimsa is not mere negative non-injury. It is positive, cosmic love. It is the development of a mental attitude in which hatred is replaced by love. Ahimsa is true sacrifice. Ahimsa is forgiveness. Ahimsa is Sakti (power). Ahimsa is true strength.” - Sivananda

“Ahimsa is the highest duty. Even if we cannot practice it in full, we must try to understand its spirit and refrain as far as is humanly possible from violence.” - Mahatma Gandhi

“Strictly speaking, no activity and no industry is possible without a certain amount of violence, no matter how little. Even the very process of living is impossible without a certain amount of violence. What we have to do is to minimize it to the greatest extent possible.” - Mahatma Gandhi

“The power of unarmed nonviolence is any day far superior to that of armed force.” - Mahatma Gandhi

“Non-violence leads to the highest ethics, which is the goal of all evolution. Until we stop harming all other living beings, we are still savages.” - Thomas A. Edison

Saucha means cleanliness and it’s the first of 5 niyamas (disciplines) - things we aim to do to achieve the 8 limbs of yoga. Recent research in quantum physics has fascinating implications for how our minds shape our environments and vice versa. Practicing saucha means being mindful of the ‘cleanliness’ of your mind just as much as the cleanliness of your body. To perceive more clearly rather than through samskaras (patterns) or kleshas (afflictions of the mind).

Today I’ll share about

1. What is Saucha?
2. How to navigate confusion, anxiety, overwhelm, fear and insecurity
3. How to navigate psychological concept of “learned helplessness”
4. I already live a pretty ‘clean’ life, how is Saucha relevant to me?
5. Simple ways to start practicing Saucha today

Want to learn more about the Yoga Sutras - the source of the Niyamas? Check out the Quietmind Yoga Membership where you can practice along with several classes including an upcoming series on the 8 limbs of yoga. http://www.quietmind.yoga/membership

Look forward to sharing more next week as we continue this series on the 8 Limbs of Yoga philosophy!

Jeremy

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My name is Jeremy Devens and welcome to the Yoga Teacher Training Podcast! This podcast is all about learning yoga, as a teacher, as a student, and going on this long and lifetime journey from student to teacher, back to student, back to teacher. I’ll share what I've learned, in my experience. I’ll talk to experienced teachers and we’ll discuss what's working for them and what can support you in your teaching. 

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Joanna Sapir is a business strategist for holistic practitioners, particularly those that integrate multiple modalities.

Joanna's special ability is in helping practitioners set up repeatable systems and processes in their businesses to serve their clients more powerfully, enroll committed long-term clients, and create steady income and cash flow.

She has been a teacher and trainer for more than twenty years, from the classroom to the gym floor and now to wellness practices across the world.

Born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, she is a mother of two, a USA Masters National Champion in Olympic-style Weightlifting, and the host of the Business Revolution for Practitioners podcast. Learn more at http://joannasapir.com

THREE POWERFUL SYSTEMS THAT WILL COMPLETELY TRANSFORM YOUR PRACTICE

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Key Takeaways

* Focus on creating tailored programs for ideal clients ("bullseye clients") rather than generic offerings

* Implement a programmatic approach with front-end intensive programs and back-end maintenance programs

* Use a profitable pricing calculator to determine appropriate rates based on business expenses and income goals

* Transition from trading time for money to creating sustainable, transformative programs for clients

Topics

Identifying Ideal Clients

* Focus on 3-5 favorite past clients who got great results and were enjoyable to work with

* Look for patterns in their pain points, goals, and desires rather than demographic niches

* Design programs specifically tailored to these ideal "bullseye clients"

Creating Sustainable Programs

* Front-end program: 3-month intensive addressing core issues (often one-on-one)

* Back-end program: Ongoing maintenance/lifestyle support (can be group format)

* Structure provides consistent income and deeper client transformation

* Allows practitioners to fully commit and provide high-value service

Pricing and Financial Planning

* Use a "profitable pricing calculator" to determine base hourly rate

* Factor in all business expenses, desired salary, and profit goals

* For group programs, determine minimum viable number of participants

* Separate personal and business finances for clarity

Business Mindset for Practitioners

* View business as separate entity from yourself as practitioner

* Embrace leadership role as CEO of your practice

* Overcome fears about business being "unspiritual" or inauthentic

* Focus on how business skills allow you to help more people at a deeper level

Next Steps

* Download free resources at joannasapir.com/yogateachers (3 workflows for lead generation, enrollment, and client communication)

* Consider booking a discovery call for the Profitable Practitioner Academy program

* Evaluate current offerings and identify opportunities to create more tailored, transformative programs

* Implement proper financial tracking and goal-setting for your business

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Today I share from the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training lesson on Ayurveda. Having a yogic / Ayurvedic / sattvic diet may not seem so significant to teaching yoga but I believe how we eat is one of the most important decisions we make and it has a major effect on our mood and energy throughout the day. Ayurveda has known incredible methods to optimize our diet, energy and mood for thousands of years and many of them are being validated by modern science and research today. I share 5 of the most important ways to create an Ayurvedic / sattvic diet whether you are completely new to the topic or have been practicing it for decades, there are always new layers to explore. 

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Jeremy

So many good stories in this one! Kewal is one of my mentors and someone I've learned a lot from. We talked about a wide range of topics including lessons he's learned from his 20+ years teaching, being authentic as a teacher, creating equity in yoga communities, and leading some of the most popular classes in Austin, TX.

Check out Kewal's classes if you're ever in Austin. Click here to see Kewal's schedule.

If you enjoy this podcast leave a review and share with a friend!

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Keywords: yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community, yoga teacher training, ytt. 

Yoga Anatomy is one of my favorite topics to teach and study - but it took a long time for me to really make sense of it. One of the more fascinating aspects of yoga anatomy is the fascia. This incredibly strong, yet adaptable connective tissue connects every muscle and bone of the body. How do we work with this tissue? Why is it so important? I'll share all about this in today's episode. 

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Jeremy

As teachers it can be overwhelming to know what to focus on. There are so many amazing aspects to yoga from the anatomy to philosophy to cueing that it can be easy to want to include it ALL in every class. Unfortunately, if you try to say everything in a class, you end up saying nothing. And if you never know what to focus on when teaching your classes and your own energy will become scattered, unfocused and you'll eventually get burned out and discouraged from teaching. You might even just decide to quit teaching all together.

So what do you focus on instead? It's simpler and more obvious than you might think, but I've been to plenty of classes where the teacher forgets to do this, and you may have too. It's an easy mistake to make, but it's also a simple mistake to avoid. I'll share how in today's episode!

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Jeremy

Keywords: Yoga Teachers, Yoga Teacher, YTT, Asana, Postures, Poses, Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Poses, Maslow, Mind/Body, Yoga History, Quietmind Yoga, QYTT, Jeremy Devens

Today's episode comes from a discussion with a student in the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training about "Peak Poses." This is a common way of teaching that involves building up to an intermediate or advanced pose within a class. There are many pros and cons to consider with this and I'll share what I found after experimenting with this approach many times over the years and encourage you to build on my experience to find what works best for you. 

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Keywords: Yoga Teachers, Yoga Teacher, YTT, Asana, Postures, Poses, Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Poses, Maslow, Mind/Body, Yoga History, Quietmind Yoga, QYTT

The Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training is open! Learn more and enroll at ⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠

In this episode of the Quiet Mind Yoga Teacher Training Podcast, I’m sharing six of the most helpful things I’ve learned about energetic anatomy. Whether you’re a yoga teacher, student, or considering teacher training, this episode will help you understand how everything has an energetic effect on your practice and your life. We’ll explore how balancing Yin and Yang energy is essential, and how subtle shifts can make a big impact. I’ll also talk about how everything can be either a poison or a medicine, depending on your unique needs, and why it’s important to address issues at their most subtle level before they become bigger problems. We’ll dive into how like increases like, why opposites bring balance, and the powerful effects of chakras on our physical and energetic bodies.

0:00:00 – Intro: Welcome to the Quiet Mind Yoga Teacher Training Podcast

0:00:18 – Episode Overview: Six most helpful things about energetic anatomy

0:01:01 – Topic 1: Everything has _______________________

0:02:22 – Yin and Yang: Understanding energy through polarity

0:04:47 – Importance of honoring energy in classes

0:10:16 – Balancing energies in your practice and teaching

0:18:33 – Topic 2: Addressing issues at ________________

0:34:43 – Topic 3: Everything can be a ___________________

0:42:03 – Topic 4: Like _________ _________

0:45:01 – Topic 5: Opposites bring ____________

0:50:58 – Topic 6: Chakras can be _______________

1:00:00 – Conclusion

Check out my Become Your Own Yoga Teacher Workshop, where I’ll show you how to bring balance to your practice by tuning into your own energetic needs.

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As my teacher Libby would say "now, all previous teachings apply."

This is an uncertain, disruptive time for us all over the world, and I hope you and your loved ones are well and staying safe. Many people are experiencing major losses and challenges with the spread of covid-19 and if you are not directly effected this an opportunity for you to apply all you have learned about yoga to be a loving presence for others and 'teach yoga' by how you show up for them. 

For those of you teaching in studios and in person - which is nearly all yoga teachers - you may be experiencing major transitions in your work. Studios are limiting class sizes and eliminating props. Corporate clients are now working remotely. How can you best navigate this in a traditionally in-person, service based industry? 

One thing I have done over the years is teach over video chat, and I am grateful to have that experience as I have been able to seamlessly transition into working with many of my clients this way. In today's episode I share how you can do the same TODAY with no prior experience and little to no costs. 

You just need 6 things to get started. Listen for more details.

1. The Zoom video conferencing app
2. Tripod (or something to lean the phone on) fishbowl) lens: $30 https://amzn.to/39U5ODS
3. Tripod (or omething to lean the phone on)
4. Bluetooth headphones (optional)
5. Lighting: sunlight + optional: white light lamp or video light: not too close to a wall
6. Accept payment on Venmo or Paypal

What I don't address in this episode is the actual teaching. If you want to build confidence in teaching check out my free workshop: 3 Mindset Shifts to Build Confidence in Teaching Yoga by clicking here

If you want to learn all about teaching online, creating multiple streams of income and developing teaching skills in 10 core competencies, I offer that in the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training. Enrollment closes soon at http://www.quietmind.yoga/enroll

Thanks for listening!
Jeremy Devens
Quietmind Yoga

Cue With Confidence is live on Nov 2nd. Click here to learn more and enroll. https://www.quietmind.yoga/cwc

Why do yoga teachers say certain phrases so often? I share 10 of the most common phrases and the anatomy, philosophy and energetics behind why they work or don't work. You'll learn how to improve your own practice and teaching with these 10 common phrases.

1. Anything in a sing-song pattern
2. “Square your hips”
3. “Keep a microbend in your joints”
4. “Tuck the tailbone”
5. “Roll up to stand, one vertebrae at a time”
6. “Root down through your feet”
7. “Engage your core”
8. “Inhale reach up, exhale fold”
9. “Soften your gaze”
10. “Breathe down into your belly”

Today is the LAST day to join the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt

In this interview Trish shares her concerns about taking an online YTT and her unfortunate experience with trying another YTT before joining the QYTT. Lots of great insights here from Trish who is now less than one year into teaching and leading excellent classes for all students from all backgrounds. Enjoy!

Jeremy

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One of the most popular episodes here was "How to Choose A Yoga Teacher Training" all the way back 20000 years ago in Sept 2019. 

So much has changed since then, and I've heard from students who are really disappointed with their newly online trainings. I decided to have my Yoga Teacher Trainings be online even before the pandemic because I have found it to be a better learning environment when done well. In this episode I'll share about these 15 questions to ask when choosing an online Teacher Training in 2020. 

1. Who is leading it?
2. What is the schedule?
3. What styles will I learn?
4. Have they done it online before?
5. What is the curriculum?
6. Is it all just on Zoom? / Is there an online classroom? A FB Group?
7. Do you get to practice teaching? Or just one curriculum?
8. What accountability is there?
9. Are there any extra costs?
10. Is there any required reading?
11. How much does it cost? Are there payment plans?
12. What are the requirements for certification?
13. Is it well organized and fun?
14. Is there business training?
15. What does my intuition say?
    

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How do you memorize sequences? If you're going to teach a class or going to audition for a studio you might be feeling nervous or doubting yourself. I totally get it! I have experienced this too and I'll share my story of how I doubted myself at an audition and how it reinforced some really important lessons that I'll share with you today. I'll share the 5 things I find most helpful for memorizing sequences / preparing to teach classes. After teaching 5000+ classes I've made the mistake of going against all of these ideas at one time or another and found my classes to be far more effective when I approach them with these 5 things in mind. 

Have questions or requests for future episodes? Email me at jeremy@quietmind.yoga
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Jeremy

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What is Somatic Yoga and how do you practice it?

This term is becoming more popular, but it's not as new as you might think.

In this episode I'll share how this brand of yoga has evolved from things taught by myself, my mentors and other experienced teachers, as well as how you can begin to practice this way starting right away.

Enjoy!

Jeremy

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Modern life pulls our energy in a million directions. Overwhelm, burn out, feeling distracted and scattered are normal side effects of living our modern fast paced, mostly online lives. I believe yoga and particularly asana practice has become so popular in recent years not because of the common perception that people are focused on their outward appearance, but because asana is an invitation away from the noise into the clear, calm center underneath all the noise. 

In this episode I share a personal experience of realizing just how ungrounded I was and just how much asana could be the thing to help get me back 'down to earth' and grounded. I'll share three things that asana provides that is unlike nearly any other physical movement or practice and why it can be the perfect remedy to our modern lifestyles. I'll share about integrating the ancient source texts of yoga with modern neuroscience and understanding of trauma informed embodiment practices. This helps make asana far more than just a performance of flexibility, but an opportunity to be centered and embodied moment to moment. 

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Keywords: Yoga Teachers, Yoga Teacher, YTT, Asana, Postures, Poses, Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Poses, Maslow, Mind/Body, Yoga History, Quietmind Yoga, QYTT

Diana Hernandez is an international actress, TV host, and content creator with a highly successful and engaged Instagram audience. I met Diana while she was traveling through Oaxaca, Mexico and thought she would be a great guest to have on the podcast to talk about social media marketing and building an authentic online business. In this episode we talk about:

• Diana's decision to create a free masterclass on teaching influencers to make money online after receiving numerous inquiries from friends and followers about how to get brand deals and travel for free.
• Diana shares her journey of transitioning from a TV host to building her own social media presence and becoming her own boss. She emphasizes the importance of defining a niche, creating a media kit, collaborating with influencers, and the misconception that a large number of followers is necessary to make a full-time income on social media.
• How Diana was able to create high-quality content for her YouTube channel using just her iPhone. Diana discusses her Instagram page and the editing programs she uses, as well as her free masterclass where she teaches people how to make $10,000 a month online.
• Diana discusses camera confidence, storytelling, creating a home studio, monetization, and technology needed to run an online business. She also emphasizes the importance of authenticity, consistency, engagement, and careful selection of brand deals for influencers.
• The importance of authenticity in yoga teaching and content creation. They also talk about the need to choose sponsorships and partnerships that align with one's values and interests to maintain authenticity and avoid losing followers.
• How Diana manages her time and energy as an influencer and content creator. Diana shared that she stopped saying yes to events and collaborations that didn't align with her brand, set boundaries, and prioritized her career, while still allowing herself to have fun on the weekends.

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Keywords: marketing, business, spirituality, yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community, yoga teacher training, ytt.

Enroll in the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt -- Learn 10 Core Competencies including Anatomy, Philosophy, Asana, Meditation and Teaching Skills such as today's topic: The Sequencing Bell Curve

Today I am sharing something I use in every class I teach. This is essentially the 'secret' that I discovered from attending thousands of classes and refined through teaching thousands of classes myself. In this podcast I'll share:

• How to teach in a way that addresses all of the gunas (qualities) of energy.
• How to meet your student's energy where they are at and take them through a practice towards feeling great mentally and physically.
• How to know when to teach what kinds of poses - when it makes sense to be more or less active in a sequence
• How the Sequencing Bell Curve helps students build better mind muscle connection
• How the Sequencing Bell Curve helps students increase mind muscle connection and build up to advanced poses
• How the Sequencing Bell Curve helps your students reach deeper states of meditation and relieve stress
• How to start and end your classes in a way that helps your students deepen their practice

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Jeremy

While creating my online Teacher Training I realized there is a need to have a clear structure and framework for how we approach practice. 

This could be taking classes that interest you and learning pieces as you go. This could be studying a specific lineage and form of yoga. Both approaches have their pros and cons.

I wanted you to have a way to assess your practice - regardless of the style you practice or how long you've been practicing. An assessment that is relevant to you at any level of experience, for as long as you practice.

To create a clear structure, I wrote out everything that goes into yoga - from the postures, to anatomy, to breathwork and anything else you could think of. I combined similar topics and distilled it all down into as few categories as possible. The end result is a way to asses your practice I call the '10 Core Competencies of Teaching Yoga.' 

In today's episode I share how this approach fits in with Samkhya philosophy - the origins of yoga. I also share what the 10 areas are and how you can assess yourself in these areas. Lastly, I share how you can continue to deepen your practice. 

Take the free self assessment at http://www.quietmind.yoga/core10

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Watch the video of this interview on the YTT YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/YdsRRS6pQjE

Yogi Aaron shares decades of experience and a unique approach to yoga that emphasizes activating muscles rather than passive stretching. Lots of great discussion and insights here!

Check out his most recent book "Stop Stretching!" to learn more.

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Thanks for listening!

Jeremy

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This is the start of a new series on the 10 Core Competenices of Yoga - starting with the first and arguably most important: Mentorship. I'll share:

Some of the most important lessons from my mentors

How to find a mentor

How mentors can save you years of frustration and confusion.

Stay tuned for next time when we'll talk about the core competency of Energetic Anatomy!

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Keywords: alignment, astrology, birth chart, astrology reading, Vedic astrology, life purpose, self-discovery, authenticity, spiritual growth, mindfulness, inner peace, Quietmind Astrology, podcast episode, values alignment, personal transformation, life changes, cosmic insights, planetary influences

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Today I share one of the most valuable lessons I've learned about anatomy, how it made everything I was trying to learn about anatomy click, and how you can apply it in specific movements and poses right away. This is the foundation of what I teach in the Anatomy section of the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training - one of the 10 Core Competencies of Yoga I teach. 

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One year ago Shannon joined the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training with no teacher training background and within weeks was teaching great classes that her classmates loved in the QYTT practice teaching sessions. After training I was looking for a new teacher to join as a teacher for the Quietmind Yoga Membership and knew Shannon would be perfect and was ready to teach. Since then she has taught dozens of amazing classes and built up an awesome library of classes in all styles with a wide range of themes from anatomy to chakras to mudras, all with skills she learned in her QYTT. She shares lots of great insights for you if you're thinking about taking the QYTT, super grateful for Shannon's insights and perspectives here!

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Today’s topic comes from my discussion with my mentee Cait Rumak in Staten Island. She is nearing the end of our time working together and asked what I recommend doing after she is finished. Today I’ll share what I did and what I’ve noticed that successful teachers do after finishing Yoga Teacher Training. I’ll also share what NOT to do!

DONT

1. teach yoga to everyone
2. lose the momentum
3. stop teaching
4. just go into more trainings without implementing anything
5. stop being a student
6. try to rush your process
7. be harsh on yourself

DO

1. Be a yogi, rather than teaching yoga
2. Keep the momentum going; volunteer, clean the floors, be in the community, create gatherings, etc
3. Start teaching at least once a week
4. keep implementing what you learn from each training
5. always have a next training, workshop, mentorship, retreat or course you’re doing and things on the horizon
6. Always think long term
7. Approach your own path as a student with as much kindness and care as you would teaching approach teaching your students

You can watch the video for this episode on the new Yoga Teacher Training YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwNq1aoW2zpcivCSG50O9HQ

Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

Keywords: Yoga Teachers, Yoga Teacher, YTT, Asana, Postures, Poses, Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Poses, Maslow, Mind/Body, Yoga History, Quietmind Yoga, QYTT, Jeremy Devens

This is a special episode!

Today I interview one of my mentors, Angie Knight. She has taught for 20+ years and we have worked together for the last 6 years. In the interview she shared some brilliant insights that you can apply right away. We discussed: 

• How to get into a receptive state of intuition and inspiration
• How do you distinguish between what is your intuition and what is your conditioning?
• A personal story of the synchronicities and intuition that lead me to Angie's class
• What blocks you from following your heart
• How to resolve cognitive dissonance
• Angie and I share limiting beliefs that we have had around money (and how my car fell apart!) 
• How to go stop unconsciously creating what you don't want
• Learn about Angie's event happening on July 27th in Austin where you can practice all of the above
• The importance of having a safe space to process your emotions
• What's "wrong" with you is actually your gift
• Flexing your 'faith muscles' 💪

Get the full transcript at http://www.quietmind.yoga/blog/tt2

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Download the free PDF for this episode at http://www.quietmind.yoga/meditations

Today is the last day to join the Quietmind Membership at http://www.quietmind.yoga/membership - 80+ video classes + new monthly themes + amazing global community. Tomorrow we start our new series working with Ayurveda, the sister science of yoga to learn your dosha (type) and create habits and practices to create balance, focus and live in alignment with what matters most to you. 

In this episode I share some thoughts from inside the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training about how important meditation is and the ONLY thing that we truly have control over is our attention + how to direct that attention to notice which areas of our lives are out of balance / "de ranged" either deficient or excessive via the Chakra system. I'll share specific meditations you can use for each chakra and offer a free PDF download that lays it all out for you at http://www.quietmind.yoga/meditations

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Jeremy

Kristine Weber, MA, C-IAYT, eRYT500 is a leading world authority on the neuroscientific benefits of slow, mindful movement and an advocate for the use of these practices as a solution to the healthcare crisis. She is leading the charge to get slow, mindful practices to people who desperately need them through her Subtle® Yoga Revolution series of online courses and trainings for yoga teachers – which have been praised by thousands all over the world.

She recently wrote a great article in response to Dr Andrew Huberman and his Huberman Labs podcast. I invited her on to chat about it.

Here's how her blog starts:

“Dr. Huberman I’d love to talk to you about this [breathing] as a yoga therapist and armchair neuroscience geek who has spent more than a decade curating the research.

I love your work and I realize scientific inquiry is by its very nature reductive.

But you have taken an intricate and sophisticated ancient system that confers self-regulation – ethics + asana + pranayama + meditation – and reduced it to “box breathing” here.

This is deeply problematic for a number of reasons.

Self-regulation via yoga practices is basically achieved in four steps..."

Read her blog here: ⁠https://subtleyoga.com/dear-dr-huberman/⁠

We discuss this in depth in this episode.

7:30 Jeremy and Kristine discussed the reductive default of defining yoga as solely physical postures (asana) and emphasized the importance of incorporating the ethical principles (yamas and niyamas) of yoga for self-regulation and moral cognition. They expressed interest in exploring the intersection of neuroscience and these ethical concepts in future conversations

16:08 Jeremy and Kristine discussed the importance of practicing the principles of yoga in a progressive manner, even though they don't have to be followed strictly in order. They also touched on the benefits of memorizing and teaching the yamas and niyamas, as well as the potential energetic and physiological effects of yoga postures beyond just stretching and strengthening.

26:30 Kristine and Jeremy discussed the emerging scientific understanding of the biofield and its connection to the subtle body in yoga. They explored research on the morphogenic field, physical correlates of the chakras, and the potential for deeper understanding of the mind-body connection through studying the biofield.

35:18 Kristine and Jeremy discuss the potential intersection of science, quantum physics, and the biofield in relation to yoga and meditation. They emphasize the importance of respecting the rich tradition of yoga and its vastness, while cautioning against oversimplifying practices like pranayama.

43:18 Jeremy and Kristine discussed the importance of understanding that not every breathing practice is suitable for everyone, as our breath is influenced by our personal history and survival patterns. They also emphasized the need for repetition over time to bring about lasting changes in traits and the importance of exploring and studying Pranayama for a deeper understanding of breathwork.

Enjoy!

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Join the Cue With Confidence course at http://www.quietmind.yoga/cuewithconfidence

Nearly all yoga teaching is happening online right now. Teaching online creates a lot of unique challenges:
You can't use physical assists.
You can't always see your students clearly.
Students need to hear each word you say clearly
You can't go over to talk to students 1-1
Every word you say matters more than ever

Cueing is the most important skill for yoga teachers to develop, especially if you're teaching online, and this workshop will address all of these needs. With these skills you can build a thriving online yoga community and livelihood.

In the book "The One Thing" they ask the question "What's the One Thing I can do / such that by doing it / everything else will be easier or unnecessary?" - in teaching yoga I believe the one thing you can focus on that makes everything significantly better is cueing. A new student coming to your class can know within minutes wether you they would come back or not. They know because of your cues. An experienced student will keep coming back because your cues add insight and depth to their practice. As a teacher, nearly every word you say from the beginning to the end of class is a cue that is either clear or unclear. Clarifying or confusing. So how do we define what a cue is? Have you noticed there are different types of cues? What are some examples of effective vs ineffective cues? I'll share in today's episode.

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What is the best yoga mat for you? I have had the same mat for 7 years and it's still going strong! The only reason I bought a new one is for the color, which is one of the 11 factors to consider when buying a yoga mat. What mat is going to be most durable? What have I seen from countless studios, teachers, students and my own experience with dozens of brands of mats? Hopefully this podcast saves you some time and money to invest in a mat that will last you a long time. 

The 11 factors I'll share about are: 

1. Purpose of the mat
2. Cost
3. Grip
4. Thickness
5. Durability
6. Size
7. Portability
8. Environmental
9. Gimmicks / Alignment guides
10. Warranty
11. Color / Design

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Jeremy

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One of the most common questions new teachers ask me is "How much should I be talking during class?"

"Am I saying too much?"

"Am I not saying enough?"

In this episode I'll share 3 aspects of this question to consider for both students and teachers. 

Learn much more about cueing at the Cue With Confidence workshop. Coming soon!

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Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

In this episode, I sit down with Jamie Mittelman, founder of Flame Bearers, the world’s first storytelling platform for elite women athletes. Jamie shares how her personal yoga journey helped her manage OCD and anxiety, deepening her understanding of the mind-body connection. She also discusses how Flame Bearers amplifies the voices of over 275 Olympians and Paralympians from 55 countries, with a focus on diverse representation through video, podcasts, and events.

Listeners will gain insights into:

Jamie and Flame Bearers are reshaping the narrative of elite female athletes and the role yoga plays in fostering mental and physical resilience. For more on Jamie’s work, lookup the Flame Bearers podcast, visit flamebearers.com or contact her at jamie@flamebearers.com

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Keywords: teacher training, certification, become a teacher, teaching tips, instructor training, teaching skills, anatomy, philosophy, practice, teaching classes, sequencing, poses, asanas, for beginners, advanced training, business, career, teacher podcast, teacher journey, mindfulness, meditation, pranayama, techniques, lifestyle, teacher community, resources, workshops, retreats, alignment, ethics, wellness, education, teaching online, teaching strategies, student engagement, class themes, training tips, teaching challenges, professional development.

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How to do you teach a yoga sequence for beginners? 

In this episode I share one of my most popular sequences that I taught for years to a dedicated group of regular students. This is exactly what I teach inside the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training. Click the link above to get a free PDF download of the QYTT Manual page with this sequence. Learn about

⭐️ Learn a simple sequence you can teach to all levels of students, including beginners
⭐️ Learn best practices for teaching beginners
⭐️ Learn the most essential poses to include in beginner friendly classes
⭐️ Feel confident teaching a sequence based on thousands of teaching hours and 11+ years of experience. 

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Jeremy

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Keywords: yoga teachers, teaching yoga, quietmind, quiet mind, jeremy devens, devins (incorrect spelling :-), ytt

Bob Cirino is the Executive Director for the non-profit Yoga Studies Institute, whose mission of teaching the classic texts and methods of yoga has reached thousands of students in over 35 countries in 8 languages. Bob has studied Tibetan yoga lineages for 8 years and directs a non-profit that teaches one of the most fundamental Hatha Tibetan lineages, Lady Niguma, and the classic texts like the Yoga Sutra and the Hatha Yoga Pradipika. Though he celebrates yoga in the West, his emphasis is on the embodiment of the essential aspects of the practice that are most often left out or just plain never taught.

He is also the Founder of Spiritual Warrior, an education and training organization that helps individuals live fearlessly on-purpose as a Spiritual Warrior. Bob is a serial entrepreneur whose projects have spanned from regenerative agriculture (where he is known as Biochar Bob), real estate investing and development, alternative investments, to educational technology. All of Bob's projects have a common thread of healing people and planet through compassionate strategies and philosophies.

Learn more and enroll in Bob's programs at https://www.spiritualwarrior.life/

Key Takeaways

- Yoga is about stopping the mind from "twisting" reality, realizing experiences come from within

- Renunciation in yoga means giving up causes of suffering, not necessarily physical objects

- Creating a sense of safety is crucial for healing trauma and fostering connection

- Astrology and yoga can be tools for self-awareness and personal growth when approached mindfully

Topics

Yoga Philosophy and Practice

- Yoga Sutra defines yoga as "stopping the way the mind turns things around"

- Renunciation in yoga is about giving up causes of suffering, not necessarily physical objects

- Hatha Yoga (Ha: sun, Ta: moon) aims to balance energies and bring prana into the central channel

- Importance of challenging and questioning teachings, even from respected gurus

Trauma and Healing

- Safety is crucial for healing and connection

- Creating a non-judgmental space allows people to express emotions and heal

- Different approaches work for different people; some may need gentle compassion, others tough love

Vedic Astrology and Personal Growth

- Astrology can be a tool for self-awareness and understanding life patterns

- Importance of maintaining agency and not giving full control to astrological predictions

- Viewing challenging transits as opportunities for growth and discipline

Spiritual Partnership and Relationships

- Concept of being "the exact thing that everybody needs" in relationships

- Viewing difficult past relationships as perfect teachers for personal growth

- Importance of bringing happiness to relationships rather than expecting happiness from them

Want to work with Jeremy?

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One of the most common questions I hear is “what is the best online yoga teacher training?

In this episode I will address this question as well as some of the other most common questions I hear from people before, during and after taking their YTT. I’ll share some of the most important things to look for and why I created my free workshop to help you address these questions live on Sept 16th.

Whether you want to join a YTT just for yourself or you are considering a career as a yoga teacher, there are 10 important things to consider that will help you gain clarity, build confidence and create a sustainable, thriving career as a teacher. I’ll share all of them in the free workshop, and some of the important highlights in this episode.

The next Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training is opening soon. Whether you decide to train with me or another teacher, I'll make sure you know what to look for and avoid the common mistakes that people make in choosing a YTT.

Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

Keywords: Yoga Teachers, Yoga Teacher, YTT, Asana, Postures, Poses, Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Poses, Maslow, Mind/Body, Yoga History, Quietmind Yoga, QYTT, Jeremy Devens

What you say matters. Especailly as a yoga teacher, every word counts. Sometimes just the smallest variation of how you say something can completely change your student’s experience of what you said. A phrase that you feel is helpful could come accross as unclear, confusing or potentially even triggering of past trauma. Sometimes we say too much or too little. With experience and practice we can learn to say just the right thing at just the right time.

Today I’ll share some of the most common mistakes that new teachers make, including:

• Using passive instructing
• Not using trauma informed language
• Teaching too fast
• Requiring students to look at you
• Not managing your state before you teach
• Being self conscious

I’ll share my suggestions of what to do instead on the next episode. For now, take some time to just sit with these topics and notice them in classes you teach and attend. What woudl you do differently and why? This is a great way to practice svadyaya (self study), part of the 8 Limbs of Yoga. Come to your own conclusions, then I’ll share mine on the next episode.

I’ll share in much more detail, including step by step cues and exercises for you to practice and find your way of cueing at the Cue With Confidence workshop: https://www.quietmind.yoga/cuewithconfidence (promo code for you below)

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What makes a YTT stand out? Why would you pick one over another? With 17+ years in wellness I have learned what makes an exceptional Teacher Training and that is why I initially created the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training in 2019.

Today I share some of my absolute favorite and most essential insights from the whole 200 hour program - from anatomy, to philosophy to ayurveda to trauma informed teaching and everything in between. I cover a lot of ground and share how I weave it into classes and why it is so essential that we as teachers include all of these core competencies in our teachers so we can best serve each student we work with.

I share about my lineage of teachers from Krishnamacharya to the source texts of 1750s BCE to modern exercise science and kinesiology. It all weaves together in the beautiful space of practicing yoga and meditation. I share a quote from a QYTT Grad Patricia about why there can never be “too many yoga teachers” and why there has never been a better time to become a teacher than right now. I also touch on the business of teaching as I've learned from the lead sales training for Tony Robbins and other great teachers outside of the yoga realm.

The QYTT starts next week! Learn more and sign up at http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt

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Jeremy

Todd Norian is an international yoga teacher with 40+ years of experience. By steadfastly following his heart, Todd has lived an uncommon life: living like a monk for 13 years at the then-ashram Kripalu in Massachusetts; having an intense spiritual awakening that landed him for a brief stay in a psychiatric hospital; and overcoming the heartbreak of being spiritually betrayed by beloved teachers -- not once, but twice. We talk about the symbolism and philosphy of Tantra yoga and how to apply these powerful teachings to your life. Here are some of the topics we covered: - The deep symbolism of the Shiva Naturaja dance and those dancing Shiva statues we see so commonly in yoga and spiritual communities - The renunciate path and how it differs from the non-dual Shiva Shakta Tantra path. - The differences between classical yoga and Tantra, - How Tantra teaches to embrace life and see nature as an extension of spirit. - The paradox of non-duality and duality in the Advaita and Tantra traditions. - Todd shares about his spiritual awakening while living at an ashram. - Todd shares what it was like to experience scandal and betrayal, leading him to develop his own form of yoga that integrates body, mind, and heart. - - The importance of recognizing limitations as a path to liberation - The role of desire in Tantra, and how to discover what the heart most deeply desires. - How to integrate both the light and dark aspects of life through spiritual practice. To learn more about Todd and work with him, visit https://www.ashayayoga.com/ To purchase his book, Tantra Yoga : Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness, go to: https://amzn.to/3qXPnDV

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Join the waitlist for the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt - Fall 2021 enrollment opens soon! Special announcement coming next week.

Today’s topic comes from a discussion with Danika, a newer teacher in Austin navigating the fear of putting yourself out there and possibly failing that comes with teaching yoga.

I’ll share a personal story about a failure I experienced and how important it is to consider what failure means to you. What is at the root of the fear of failure?

Is it a False Expectation Appearing Real? Is it a F. Everything And Run situation?!

Towards the end I share the two most helpful ways I have found to think about failure and why it is ESSENTIAL to growth.

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Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

Keywords: Yoga Teachers, Yoga Teacher, YTT, Asana, Postures, Poses, Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Poses, Maslow, Mind/Body, Yoga History, Quietmind Yoga, QYTT, Jeremy Devens, failure

The Quietmind Membership is now open for Fall Enrollment! Go to http://www.quietmind.yoga/membership to learn about the 80+ on demand videos you can access right now and join an amazing community of yogis all over the world. Enrollment closes next week. 

Today on the podcast I'm sharing insights on Mindfulness from the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training -- Did you know that the word "mindfulness" has it's roots in Vedic teachings just like yoga? It gives a whole new meaning to the word that I haven't heard anyone else teach about before. I'll also share fascinating brain research from monks who have meditated 50,000+ hours and how even a complete beginner can change their brain in a single mindfulness meditation session.

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Jeremy

What do you do after yoga teacher training? How do you start teaching classes? Should you take more trainings? I sat down to discuss all of this with recent grad Allison Halley, who you heard on episode 17 "How to Know When You're Ready for Teacher Training."

In the short time since then she started teaching weekly classes and is already near the completion of her second YTT with me through the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training. 

What has been most helpful for her as a new teacher?
What obstacles has she overcome as a new teacher?
How did she build the confidence to create several blogs and online videos already since her training?

Excited to share this awesome interview with you!
Jeremy

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Keywords: Yoga Teachers, Yoga Teacher, YTT, Asana, Postures, Poses, Yoga Philosophy, Yoga Poses, Maslow, Mind/Body, Yoga History, Quietmind Yoga, QYTT, Jeremy Devens

The Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training opens soon! Early bird registration starts Monday - Sign up at http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt to be notified

I received a message recently asking what it's like to be a full time yoga teacher. What can you expect? I'll share all about that today and why self care is the most important thing to focus on first and why many yoga teachers neglect this. I'll also share why 8 hour work days are not necessary or even effective for yoga teachers and how many hours I typically work in a day, and what I focus on. I'll address one of the more common mistakes I have seen among teacher that can lead to struggling to pay bills despite teaching all the time, and how I have created a life of only doing work I love while making a great living and being able to genuinely help others.

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Jeremy Devens

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A little challenge I’ve had for myself over the years is to figure how to say as much as possible about a pose in as few words as possible

- while also speaking to all levels of students and giving them options so the class feels personalized

- while also integrating anatomy and philosophy lessons that are relevant

- while giving lots of space for the student to have their own experience and listen to their body’s needs.

There are infinite ways to cue a pose and I encourage you to find your own and I’ve found dozens of cues and really efficient phrases that do all of the above - distilling 10 years of trial and error as a teacher into 2 1/2 hr workshop I’m teaching in the Cue With Confidence Workshop.

Today I’ll share how to frame this through 9 types of cues that great teachers include in every class. This is not something that is traditionally taught in teacher trainings, but something I have observered from 12 years of practice and 10 years of teaching. Listen in to hear about these cues and how they can significantly improve the quality of your classes and the experience of your students!

We all know to cue with the breath. Inhale, do x. Exhale, do y. This is a great foundation but there are 8 other types of cues that you can easily include in every class to give students a much more well-rounded experience while integrating all aspects of yoga beyond just the poses. I'll teach you when, why and how to include all 9 types of cues, no matter what style of yoga you teach.

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Jeremy

Keywords: cueing, teaching yoga, Jeremy Devens, quietmind, quiet mind, 300hr, ryt, continuing education, yoga teacher

Click here to RSVP for “Become Your Own Yoga Teacher” - https://www.quietmind.yoga/workshop

Live on Zoom

In this episode I share the main topics from the workshop including

- Common mistakes most yogis make

- Crossing the threshold from looking outside yourself for answers to looking within

- Why my yoga mat is my “home” after moving 40+ times in my life

- The real reason you get tight muscles

- Why stretching is not always the answer in yoga

- How you can quickly release pain in your body today

- 10 skills to deepen your practice

- My #1 recommendation of how to start applying energetic anatomy / the deeper more esoteric aspects of yoga to your life today

You’ll learn lots of practical things you can do right now to deepen your practice.

Jeremy Devens

Quietmind Yoga

Download the free one page plan worksheet for your year of teaching at http://www.quietmind.yoga/16plan

Do you have a plan for your teaching? Do you prefer to not have a plan? I share my experience with both perspectives and a major mistake I made early on in my teaching. I'll share the factors that I consider when planning classes and how you can apply them to your classes. Everything from seasonal, Ayurveda and astrological themes as mentioned in the last two episodes - to anatomical, energetic and meditative themes as I share in today's episode. 

If you want to create a plan for your full year - in all areas of your life - based on yoga, ayurveda and Vedic astrology - check out Mindful New Year - an online course and retreat for exactly that - at http://www.mindfulnewyear.com

Enter to win free access to the online version of Mindful New Year by leaving an honest review for this podcast or my others: Quietmind Yoga and Quietmind Astrology. Winner will be selected on January 10th, one week before the event.

Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

Thank you for supporting 4 years and 100 episodes of the Yoga Teacher Training podcast!

In this episode I share some of my most popular lessons from episodes 1 - 100 including;

• How I've seen yoga classes change and evolve in recent years
• The most essential lessons about yoga anatomy
• How to work with imposter syndrome
• How to build a consistent practice and avoid burnout as a teacher
• How to apply the yamas & niyamas to your life
• Why cueing is the most essential skill in modern online yoga

Have a favorite episode? Let me know in the comments on Instagram @quietmind.yoga

So grateful to all the amazing people I've met through this podcast and excited for the next 100 episodes!

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Today’s episode was inspired by a conversation with a student who enrolled in a Yoga Teacher Training that she feels has been disorganized and disappointing.

This is unfortunately a common experience, but after talking a bit I shared some ways she could salvage the experience and make the most of it.

In this episode I’ll share 8 ways to make the most of a disappointing YTT but this applies just as well even if your YTT is great and you want to make the most of it.

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Jeremy Devens

Want to grow a Yoga YouTube channel? Who better to learn from than someone who has created videos with over 1 million views, my friend Joy Scola! I am so grateful to have Joy on today to discuss how to start -- from being uncomfortable to being on camera — to recording your first video — to growing your channel to reach millions of people around the world. It takes some hard work and consistency and Joy shows you step by step how she has been successful so you can be too.

We’ll discuss

• Making your first youtube video
• Getting comfortable being on camera
• Teaching online
• Creating YouTube thumbnails
• Best practices for growing your channel
• And much more!

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Join the FREE Quietmind Community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/quietmindcommunity/ to see where I'm teaching online next, including a special class with Joy on Instagram this week! I'm also sharing exclusive offers and monthly Facebook Live Q&As there. It's free to join!

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Jeremy

What is the main reason most people practice yoga? If it is to increase flexibility then what is flexibility? We most often think of doing this with stretching but often only in one style of stretching - did you know that there are at least 4 types of stretching? I'll share about them in today's episode including one that I would never teach and why some teachers do suggest doing it. 

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Jeremy

The Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training is now open for enrollment! Join the free live Q&A info session at http://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt — Learn 10 Core Competencies over 12 weeks. Significant discount available if you already have a YTT from another school.

Today I share all about Sanskrit — the language of yoga. How do we pronounce common words like asana? What are some of the mistakes teachers make with using Sanskrit and what can we do instead? I’ll also share about the deeper spiritual implications of using the Sanskrit language and why it’s like yoga for the tongue and mouth.

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I created a free self assessment for this episode at http://www.quietmind.yoga/core10 - this is an updated version of the previous 10 Core Competencies self assessment and a great way to look at how you're growing as a teacher. 

Should we measure progress as teachers? Isn't yoga just about being? If we did measure progress, what kind of things could we look at? Do you ever doubt yourself in certain aspects of practice and wonder how you could build more confidence in those areas? I will address all of this on today's episode. 

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Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

The Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training Mentorship & Certification is OPEN for a limited time now! Learn more and enroll at quietmind.yoga/ytt

On the surface yoga is all about "how" to do things. Place your foot here, reach your arm there. Do this or that. This is all on the surface, the anamaya kosha, the physical body. What's really interesting about yoga is not just the how, but the when, where and why of the poses. Everything in yoga has an energetic effect, and real mastery of yoga practice is not just about knowing 'how' to do poses, but when, where and why. What are the effects of this pose and how does it relate to others. This is something we explore in the free Deepen Your Practice series, still available for a limited time with two bonus live sessions coming this week! Learn more and enroll in that for free at quietmind.yoga/deepenyourpractice

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Jeremy

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This Q&A question comes from listener Heidi L who asks "What advice would you give to some who has finished their YTT and is finding themselves with resistance to teaching due to feelings of imposter syndrome/lack of confidence after the 200hr"

I'll share some of the most important things to consider based on what i've seen after teaching over 7000 hours of classes since taking my first YTT in 2011.

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Keywords: yoga teacher training, ytt, marketing, business, spirituality, yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community

Sarah Hannala is a trauma-informed Bhakti Yoga teacher, Reiki practitioner, Sound healer, Writer, Creative and Mental health advocate. She is currently based in Los Angeles, California. Devoted to the yogic path of Bhakti (love and devotion), Sarah strives to inspire others to use the path of devotion to connect deeper with their divine higher power and in turn, fall in love with themselves, others and the world itself. She is dedicated to supporting others in their healing journeys by offering an array of healing modalities that have supported her personal experience with addiction, mental health issues and navigating trauma.

Follow Sarah at https://www.instagram.com/sarahhannala

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Keywords: yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community, yoga teacher training, ytt. 

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Today’s episode was inspired by Quietmind Yoga teacher Satchie Wolfe who recently had her first child and is wanting to create daily routines in this new phase of life. I have not had a child myself but I have had countless major life changes where I needed to change my routines and find new ones. Ayurveda has been invaluable for this. I’ll share some of the best morning, afternoon and evening routines to consider for all doshas. Get the free PDF for this episode at https://www.quietmind.yoga/ayurvedicroutine

This is a preview of the upcoming Summer Solstice event Ayurveda For The Summer Season - Free for Quietmind Yoga Members. Not a member? You can get the 7 day free trial and join just for the workshop. This workshop was $37 on it’s own the last time I offered it but you can get that and the 300+ classes of the Quietmind Yoga Membership for $27/mo and cancel anytime. RSVP for the event when you login to the Membership at http://www.quietmind.yoga

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Jeremy

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Last week I shared 6 of the most common mistakes that new teachers make with their cues. Today I will share what I suggest to do instead. These suggestions will help you create more clarity in your teaching and help your students focus on their practice of embodiment and presence in your classes. With experience and practice you can become great at cueing and be able to say just the right thing at just the right time.

To review last week, the common mistakes I'll follow up on are:

• Using passive instructing
• Not using trauma informed language
• Teaching too fast
• Requiring students to look at you
• Not managing your state before you teach
• Being self conscious

I'll share about these and 6 more common mistakes at the upcoming workshop. I'll also share the 9 types of cues to include in each class. You might already do some of these without knowing it, and may be missing some of these without knowing it. Including all 9 helps you create a more well rounded class that better serves your students. Learn more and enroll now at https://www.quietmind.yoga/cuewithconfidence

FREE PDF Guide: 13 Essential Cues: http://www.quietmind.yoga/cues

Thanks for listening!
Jeremy

Learn 10 Core Competencies with lots of 1-1 support from me in the Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training. Learn more at ⁠https://www.quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠

In this episode of the Yoga Teacher Training Podcast, I’m sharing the five most common causes of yoga injuries—and how you can avoid them. Injuries can sneak up on anyone, whether you’re a teacher or a practitioner, but they don’t have to. Yoga is about feeling good, strong, flexible, and balanced—not dealing with tweaks or strains that could’ve been prevented.

I’ll talk about real-life examples, like the mistake I’ve made (and learned from) of demoing poses without warming up first, the risks of jumping from one extreme range of motion to another, and why listening to your body is the most important skill you can develop. You’ll also hear my thoughts on why yoga isn’t about pushing to your limit or performing—it’s about creating a practice that supports you today, tomorrow, and for years to come.

If you’re ready to take your practice deeper or teach yoga in a way that supports your students’ growth and safety, join the waitlist for my Quietmind Yoga Teacher Training at ⁠quietmind.yoga/ytt⁠. That’s where I guide you through the ten core competencies of yoga, including mindfulness, anatomy, and teaching skills.

Let’s keep your practice safe, sustainable, and aligned with what yoga is really all about. Listen now to learn how!

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Susan Marrufo has been a yoga certified instructor since 2009, when she received her first 500-hour certification in Thailand after studying the classical yogic scriptures and esoteric tantric philosophy. Susan has since completed a residential internship with the Kripalu School of Yoga, where she taught in and project managed several Kripalu yoga teacher trainings as well as received her 2nd 500-hr teacher training certification from the Kripalu School of Yoga. She is now living in Guatemala and is the founder of the Samarasa Center.

Learn more about Susan and her offerings, including Yoga, Sex & Death at https://www.samarasacenter.com/

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Keywords: yoga philosophy, asana practice, meditation techniques, anatomy and physiology, pranayama (breathing techniques), teaching methodology, yoga history, adjustments and modifications, Sanskrit, chakras and energy centers, Ayurveda and yoga, ethics and professionalism, sequencing and class planning, business of yoga, and self-care and self-study, equity, yoga therapy, community, yoga teacher training, ytt.