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The Language of YogaGate Pose and Bridge Pose Offer Metaphors for LifeIn this episode, we look at how gate pose replicates the physical shape of the long lever that closes the latch on a gate. Students will visualize a long fence line representing life’s many choices where they may choose to keep the latch closed, or open a floodgate of new possibilities. Becca also presents how, while in bridge pose, our human form offers connection, passage and equanimity.
2024-07-2414 minThe Language of Yoga21st Century Happiness Tools with Rachel ScheinbergThis episode brings the ancient concept of Santosha to the 21st Century. Modern students of yoga are facing post-pandemic struggles like never before - Isolation, depression, discontentment — and are bringing a desire for a new definition of contentment to their mats. Our students are striving for Happiness. But what is happiness in the 21st Century? And how can we, as yoga instructors, help our students discover their happiness within? My guest today is Rachel Scheinberg, Museum of Happiness leader, and author of three books about Mental Health. Listen in as Scheinberg shares some innovative approaches to helping our students fin...
2024-07-1025 minThe Language of YogaLove LanguagesHow can you show a little love on the mat? Start with Gary Chapman’s Five Love Languages. Becca shares unique ways to show a little love to your students, with words of affirmation, quality time, physical touch, acts of service and even giving gifts!
2024-06-1211 minThe Language of YogaVerbs - VerbiageGIVE ME A VERB! Becca dives into her dynamic list of "500 yoga verbs" teachers can use to cue any kind of class theme. In this episode, Becca cues three sun salutations using unique verbs for water, air and earth themes. She also introduces a “mat exploration” experiment that challenges students to appreciate all the real estate a 72” x 24” yoga mat has to offer. You’ll want to use some of these ideas in your very next class.
2024-05-1523 minThe Language of YogaTalking Yoga Therapy with Theresia PortogheseThis week, Becca talks with yoga therapist Theresia Portoghese about the scope of work, and the language skills necessary when teaching a therapeutic based yoga class. Yoga therapists are not licensed medical practitioners, cannot diagnose or treat their students medically, but they can help support a vibrant lifestyle for people who are dealing with chronic conditions. Becca and Theresia chat about their beginnings at the YMCA and all the lessons learned with their combined teaching experience of four decades.
2024-04-2435 minThe Language of YogaStumbling BlocksAre you unintentionally creating stumbling blocks for your students? In this episode, Becca lists five major barriers yoga teachers are putting in the way of teaching a good class. Maybe you recognize some of these in your own teaching. No worries, Becca offers some great solutions to help you teach a masterful class. Share your ideas or ask questions with a note to Becca at becca@bluemoon.yoga
2024-04-1020 minThe Language of YogaIntroduction to The Language of YogaWhat is this podcast all about? Enhance your yoga teaching skills by using class themes, storytelling, powerful words and humor. Host Becca Schmidt shares insight from her 20 years of teaching yoga. Share your ideas or ask questions with a note to Becca at becca@bluemoon.yoga
2024-04-1028 min
Sachin Jaitly: Demystifying Cryptocurrency
Each chapter of Sachin Jaitly’s career reads like a new adventure. He has served as a corporate financial executive, tech entrepreneur, and venture capitalist. With each new role, he encounters satisfying successes as well as challenging defeats, and gathers valuable lessons that can be applied to not only career and business, but to life. Sachin Jaitly currently serves as founder and general partner at Morgan Creek Digital, where he manages investments in early stage Web 3 companies that leverage blockchain, AI, digital assets, and cryptocurrency. Listen and learn from his perspective on the future of cryptocurrency, the demise of FT...
2023-03-1000 minCrummer ConnectionsSachin Jaitly: Demystifying Cryptocurrency
Each chapter of Sachin Jaitly’s career reads like a new adventure. He has served as a corporate financial executive, tech entrepreneur, and venture capitalist. With each new role, he encounters satisfying successes as well as challenging defeats, and gathers valuable lessons that can be applied to not only career and business, but to life. Sachin Jaitly currently serves as founder and general partner at Morgan Creek Digital, where he manages investments in early stage Web 3 companies that leverage blockchain, AI, digital assets, and cryptocurrency. Listen and learn from his perspective on the future of cryptocurrency, the demise of FT...
2023-03-1000 minEpisode – Victor Media GroupSachin Jaitly: Demystifying Cryptocurrency
Each chapter of Sachin Jaitly’s career reads like a new adventure. He has served as a corporate financial executive, tech entrepreneur, and venture capitalist. With each new role, he encounters satisfying successes as well as challenging defeats, and gathers valuable lessons that can be applied to not only career and business, but to life. Sachin Jaitly currently serves as founder and general partner at Morgan Creek Digital, where he manages investments in early stage Web 3 companies that leverage blockchain, AI, digital assets, and cryptocurrency. Listen and learn from his perspective on the future of cryptocurrency, the demise of FT...
2023-03-1000 min
Mark Hertling: Ideas, Values, and What We Believe
In his long career, U.S. Army Lieutenant General Mark Hertling (Ret.) has met and worked with presidents, monarchs, and military leaders from around the world. But he has also faced times of great adversity, including life-and-death combat situations, and moments that require the courage to “speak up for what’s right.” Mark Hertling currently serves as adjunct professor of strategic leadership at the Crummer School, and provides leadership development to physicians in healthcare organizations. Listen and learn from his perspective on the conflict in Ukraine, the current mental health crisis, what it means to be American, and what is wor...
2022-11-0152 minCrummer ConnectionsMark Hertling: Ideas, Values, and What We Believe
In his long career, U.S. Army Lieutenant General Mark Hertling (Ret.) has met and worked with presidents, monarchs, and military leaders from around the world. But he has also faced times of great adversity, including life-and-death combat situations, and moments that require the courage to “speak up for what’s right.” Mark Hertling currently serves as adjunct professor of strategic leadership at the Crummer School, and provides leadership development to physicians in healthcare organizations. Listen and learn from his perspective on the conflict in Ukraine, the current mental health crisis, what it means to be American, and what is wor...
2022-11-0152 minEpisode – Victor Media GroupMark Hertling: Ideas, Values, and What We Believe
In his long career, U.S. Army Lieutenant General Mark Hertling (Ret.) has met and worked with presidents, monarchs, and military leaders from around the world. But he has also faced times of great adversity, including life-and-death combat situations, and moments that require the courage to “speak up for what’s right.” Mark Hertling currently serves as adjunct professor of strategic leadership at the Crummer School, and provides leadership development to physicians in healthcare organizations. Listen and learn from his perspective on the conflict in Ukraine, the current mental health crisis, what it means to be American, and what is wor...
2022-11-0152 min