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Yoga Off The Mat

In “Yoga Off The Mat," host Divya Balakrishnan, ERYT-200, takes listeners on the profound journey of decolonizing yoga. Through discussions on philosophy, social justice, self-improvement, and mental and physical wellness, this podcast offers listeners a unique opportunity to dive deep and apply yoga in every aspect of their lives. By providing tools for self-inquiry, resources to deepen knowledge, and engaging discussion and journaling prompts, "Yoga Off The Mat" empowers individuals to embark on their own transformative path to embodying yoga on and off the mat.

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I'm Finally Answering Your Burning Questions About Yoga

Jul 10, 2025·—

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Allow me to *re*introduce myself! A lot of you have been curious to get to know my journey with yoga, what my practice looks like, my thoughts on the industry, the business of yoga, how to decolonize yoga in the...

Build Your Ideal Spring Morning Routine Using Yogic Wisdom | Yoga Off the Mat Podcast | Divya Bala

Apr 14, 2025·—

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Ashton Hall and Mel Robbins may be trending right now for their...intense...morning routines. But your morning doesn't have to look like that for you to start your day on the best foot. This episode is the first in a...

Yoga Has Mentally Prepared You For Major Societal Transition

Feb 17, 2025·—

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Whether or not we like it -- change is in the air. Socially, politically, spiritually. You may not realize it but yoga has prepared you with the mental resilience to face it head on. Here's how. In this episode, I share...

How to Choose the Right Yoga Teacher Training Program: Key Factors To Consider

Dec 27, 2024·—

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Some people think it's unethical. Some people think it's essential. Either way, it's a massive industry that's only gaining more and more traction: The Yoga Teacher Training. In this episode, I share the origins of how...

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Oct 14, 2024·—

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One of the questions I get asked most frequently is "How do I build a yoga practice from scratch?" In this episode, I offer a 5-step framework to help you build a yoga practice of your own - and you might be surprised...

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Aug 12, 2024·—

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Learn about an essential element of yoga, Prana - your vital life energy. We unpack what it is, how to sense it, practices that enhance or deplete it, and how to optimize it to improve your quality of life. The episode...

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May 20, 2024·—

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In this episode we discuss: The context of oppression and systemic violence The yogic definition of ahimsa versus himsa Modern interpretations of ahimsa Active versus non-active ahimsa Why Performative Activism doesnt...

The Four Types Of Yoga You Didn't Know About & The 8 Limbs of Ashtanga Yoga

Apr 15, 2024·—

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In the second episode of this podcast, I give you an overview of the vast landscape of Yoga and go deeper into just one of those forms of yoga that has been taken the west by storm - the 8 limbed path of Ashtanga yoga...

Pilot: It's Time To Get Off Your Mat And Do Some Yoga

Mar 29, 2024·—

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Welcome to Yoga Off The Mat, the podcast! I’m your host, Divya - an E-RYT 200 yoga teacher, content creator, activist, writer and speaker (among other things). Whether you’re brand new to yoga and seeking to build a...