Yoga for Latter-Day Saints

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This podcast hosted by Eric Pike, DPT, focuses on using yoga as a tool to enhance worship for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Through engaging discussions, listeners will learn about the various ways yoga can be incorporated into their spiritual practice, and how it can help improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The podcast explores the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali as well as different yoga poses, techniques, and breathing exercises that can help practitioners deepen their connection with God and enhance their understanding of their faith. Eric draws on his expertise as a Doctor of Physical Therapy and his personal experience with yoga and his faith to provide listeners with valuable insights and practical tips. Listeners are encouraged to participate in the conversation by emailing their questions and comments to yoga4LDS@gmail.com, providing an opportunity for listeners to engage in a community of like-minded individuals who are interested in exploring the intersection of yoga and faith. Overall, this podcast provides a unique perspective on the relationship between yoga and spirituality, offering listeners a new way to connect with their faith and enrich their lives. The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice. I am not liable for risks or issues associated with using or acting upon the information on this podcast.

Welcome!

This podcast is designed for everyone who wants to incorporate yoga into their worship practices.

As followers of Christ, we believe in caring for our bodies and minds, and yoga can be a powerful tool to help us achieve both physical and mental well-being. Our goal is to help you understand the benefits of yoga and how it can be used to improve your worship experience.

Each episode will feature discussions of yoga and spirituality, as well as practical tips and techniques that you can use in your daily life. We will also explore how yoga can help you connect with God and deepen your spiritual practice.

Whether you are new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this podcast will provide you with valuable insights and guidance on how to use yoga to improve your worship. So join us on this journey of growth and discovery as we explore the intersection of yoga and faith.

Episodes

Monday Mar 27, 2023

Introduction

Monday Mar 27, 2023

Introduction to Yoga for Latter-Day Saints. A brief overview of the history of yoga. Instruction for performing ocean breath and a practice of mindfulness. Music by TimTaj: //timtaj.com Otjánbird Pt. II by Spheriá | //soundcloud.com/spheriamusic

Monday Mar 27, 2023

The first four sutras

Monday Mar 27, 2023

A discussion of the first four Yoga Sutras of Pantanjali and how to apply them to improve your spiritual practice. Instruction for visualization and a practice of mindfulness.

Music by TimTaj: //timtaj.com

Tuesday Mar 28, 2023

Thinking Patterns

Tuesday Mar 28, 2023

Discussion on how our perception of the world is influenced by improper thinking patterns and previous experiences. The first half of the discussion on sutras 5-11.

Music by TimTaj: //timtaj.com

Wednesday Mar 29, 2023

Thinking Patterns Part 2

Wednesday Mar 29, 2023

A continuation of the discussion on thinking patterns as well as a yoga posture routine.

Music by TimTaj: //timtaj.com

Monday Apr 03, 2023

The Natural Man

Monday Apr 03, 2023

The practice of yoga and non-attachment lead to the cessation of fluctuations of the mind and our focus on worldly distractions. It takes consistent effort and practice to remain firmly established in one's true nature, putting off the natural man. To attain happiness in this life and the world to come, we need to put off the natural man and build our foundation on the rock of our Redeemer.

Music by Timtaj.com

Monday Apr 10, 2023

Non-attachment and Meditation

Monday Apr 10, 2023

Non-attachment is commonly associated with relinquishing our attachments to external things such as material possessions and desires related to them. However, it also pertains to our internal states of mind and emotions. Non-attachment is an important aspect of achieving and maintaining a sense of stillness and tranquility during meditation.

Music by Timtaj: timtaj.com

Monday Apr 17, 2023

Summary and General Conference Quotes

Monday Apr 17, 2023

Summary of the things we’ve learned so far using quotes from the most recent general conference.

Music by Timtaj: timtaj.com

Monday Apr 24, 2023

Practice

Monday Apr 24, 2023

A discussion about sutras 20-23 and what yoga practice is and how it relates to worship. Also discussing how self-efficacy and behavior change models can be used to improve our efforts to improve our practice and worship.

Music by timtaj.com