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Native Yoga ToddcastTodd Norian ~ The Tantra Revolution: Riding the Wave of Spiritual TransformationSend a textTodd Norian is a prominent yoga instructor and author, renowned for his teachings in the field of Tantra Yoga and his authentic approach to spiritual growth. As the founder of the Ashaya Yoga method, he encourages a heart-centered, integrative practice that fosters physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. With over 40 years of experience in yoga and music, Todd's journey has been significantly influenced by his studies with various gurus, as well as his deep exploration and teaching of Anusara Yoga. His memoir, "Tantra: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness," reflects his life's work and personal...
2025-04-251h 19
Redesigning the DharmaTantra Yoga: Journey To Unbreakable Wholeness with Todd Norian (part 2)Episode 18 with Redesigning The Dharma by Sahaja Soma is the second part of a two-part conversation with Todd Norian, the founder of Ashaya Yoga®. The conversation centers on Tantra Yoga and how it offers a nondual and joyous framework for understanding life.The episode picks up with Todd sharing his journey of integrating body, mind, and heart through Tantra Yoga. This opens the discussion on topics such as the metaphysics of Shaiva Shakta Tantra, concerns within traditional guru culture, how Tantra supports emotional agility, and the importance of courage and compassion when sitting with discomfort.T...
2024-10-0756 min
Redesigning the DharmaTantra Yoga: Journey To Unbreakable Wholeness with Todd Norian (part 1)Episode 17 with Redesigning The Dharma by Sahaja Soma is the first part of a two-part conversation with Todd Norian, the founder of Ashaya Yoga®. The conversation centers on Tantra Yoga and how it offers a nondual and joyous framework for understanding life.Todd begins the discussion by debunking some misconceptions of Tantra and then dives deeper into some of the core tenets of the practice, including its view on suffering, the balance between transcendence and embodiment, and the value of embracing life's full spectrum of experiences and emotions.This episode highlights a more integrated approach t...
2024-09-1942 min
In Mindful Motion PodcastGuided Deep RelaxationGuided deep relaxation offered at Be Here Now sangha on Monday September 2, 2024. Background music playing is Todd Norian from the album Celestial Abode. And the first song I sang was a slight variation on a song by Annalisa Tornfelt.
Image credit: The lovely Buddha picture was taken by Rhonda Callison of a mural at the Garden of One Thousand Buddhas in Arlee, Montana.
2024-09-0330 min
J. Brown Yoga TalksTodd Norian - "Unreasonable Happiness, Unbound Freedom"You are listening to the free version of J. Brown Yoga Talks. To hear the rest of our conversation, please subscribe to podcast premium at: https://www.jbrownyoga.com/premium. Todd Norian, author of Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness, returns to talk with J about happiness, freedom, and opening to a bigger energy. They discuss what it means to be a yoga teacher in 2024, transmission online and in person, distinguishing between happiness and joy, Svatantrya, randomness and entanglement, auspiciousness of your heart and Gods will, creating healthy self boundaries, how to make a decision, b...
2024-08-1949 min
Dregs of WisdomDregs #13: Awakening Within- The Transformative Power of Yoga and Trusting the Heart’s Journey #yoga
In this episode, Andrew Tanner interviews Todd Norian, a senior yoga teacher and founder of Ashaya Yoga. https://www.ashayayoga.com/
Todd shares his yoga journey, including his transition to the ashram and the challenges he faced with his parents. He discusses the concept of following the heart and soul calling and the role of gurus in his life. Todd also opens up about his spiritual emergency that required hospitalization and the insights he gained from various peak experiences. He emphasizes the importance of healing shame and transforming emotions through the practice of yoga. Todd believes the highest purpose...
2024-04-181h 24
Chatter that MattersTodd Norian - Follow Your HeartI wanted to create an entertaining and enlightening show for my New Year's Special. My guest is Todd Norian, a renowned yoga teacher, author, musician, and the founder of Ashaya Yoga. Todd is known for his teaching emphasis on the alignment of body, mind, and heart. Todd is the author of "Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness, A Memoir." Additionally, he is a musician and has released albums, including "Bija." Todd is a masterful storyteller who shares his life journey. His passion was music until he found a profound sense of peace and self-acceptance through Yoga. This led...
2023-12-2853 min
Thrive Yoga Fit Transformational CoachingTYF383 - Beauty of Tantra - Part 2TYF383 - Beauty of Tantra - Part 2 Part 2! Erin has Todd Norian back in the studio! Todd talks about the beauty of Tantra, the 4 E's of his method and how they beautifully overlay on the 5 elements, water, air, fire, earth, and space. He also breaks down the aspects of Shiva Nataraj for a beautiful understanding of how grace can bring us back to a heart centered space. Please enjoy! | We have less than 10 spots left for Todd's immersion at Thrive December 1-3. Check out https://momence.com/s/87816323 to save your spot! More about Todd Here: https://w...
2023-10-1323 minThrive Yoga Fit Transformational CoachingTYF382 - Beauty of Tantra - Part 1In today's episode, Erin has Todd Norian back in the studio! Todd talks about the beauty of Tantra, the 4 E's of his method and how they beautifully overlay on the 5 elements, water, air, fire, earth, and space. He also breaks down the aspects of Shiva Nataraj for a beautiful understanding of how grace can bring us back to a heart centered space. Please enjoy! | We have less than 10 spots left for Todd's immersion at Thrive December 1-3. Check out https://momence.com/s/87816323 to save your spot! More about Todd Here: https://www.ashayayoga.com/abouttoddnorian | Namaste
2023-10-0722 min
Yoga Teacher Resource PodcastTantra Yoga with Todd Norian [Book Club Series]Everything in life is for your awakening. This core teaching of tantra yoga is what guides Todd Norian on his quest for whole-hearted self-acceptance. Todd is a musician, founder of Ashaya Yoga, a Kripalu Legacy faculty member, and the author of Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness. In this week’s podcast, Todd shares stories and lessons from forty years as a yoga practitioner, teacher, and spiritual seeker.
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:
Todd’s definition of spirituality and how it plays out in his everyday life.
What Todd learned from being at the epicenter of two of yo...
2023-10-0542 minThrive Yoga Fit Transformational CoachingTYF381 - Todd Norian Interview - Align with the Divine - Part 2Part 2! In this episode, Erin, Interviews Todd Norian, an acclaimed internationally famous Yoga Teacher, developer of the Yoga system Ashaya Yoga, and author of multiple books — including his most recent, Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness. Todd Norian will be coming to Thrive December 1 through the third. We have limited spots available, so please pre-register. https://momence.com/s/87816323
2023-09-2926 minThrive Yoga Fit Transformational CoachingTYF380 - Todd Norian Interview - Align with the Divine - Part 1In this episode, erin, Interview, Todd, Norian, and acclaimed internationally, famous Yoga Teacher, developer of the Yoga system Ashaya Yoga, and author of multiple books, including his most recent Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness. Todd Norian will be coming to Thrive December 1 through the third. We have limited spots available, so please pre-register. https://momence.com/s/87816323
2023-09-2127 min
Yoga Teacher Training Podcast: Learn Anatomy, Philosophy, Business and More99: Todd Norian on Tantra Yoga and Spiritual AwakeningTodd 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...
2023-06-201h 05
Mindful ElleMéditation guidée pour plus de douceur et sérénité intérieureTrouver vous un lieu confortable pour vous déposer 8 minutes afin de connecter avec vous même et prendre le temps.
Musique de fond : Todd Norian - Bija
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2023-06-1608 min
Soul Reverence PodcastThe First Full Moon of 2023 Brings Us EpiphaniesThis Full Moon in Cancer has so much nurturing and supportive energy. We are held by Venus in our first chakra where we are reconstructing and expanding ourselves with her soothing love and beauty. Mercury is in retrograde and is helping us go deep into places to release and restructure ourselves. We are definitely urged to slow down during this winter moon to receive the deep healing available to us. Chiron shows up in a big way too, enhancing our healing with increased vision and a structure to feel freedom in this healing light. Uranus is also connected in with...
2023-01-0546 min
Soul Reverence PodcastFull Moon in Gemini, Mars in Retrograde Conjuncting the Moon, and Venus Ascends from the UnderworldA deep dive into the last full moon of 2022. Tips for how to work with the current planetary stations and the soothing herb Vervain. Thank you Todd Norian for your healing music. Please reach out to Marianna for Herbal and Astrological teachings and support at www.trinityherbalsandwellnesscenter.com. Please reach out to Nicole for intuitive and psychic energy treatments and classes at www.soulgratitude.com. Thank you and Happy Full Moon!
2022-12-0743 min
Soul Reverence PodcastTotal Lunar Eclipse with Taurus, Scorpio, and Much MoreWe have the support of this eclipse and the planetary alignment to feel, see, and communicate our depths. Yes, we are still deep in our release, healing, and growth processes, but our future selves are shining on us. Surrender deeper into Love, rebirth is coming soon❤️ Thank you Todd Norian for your beautiful music. Please reach out to Marianna for Astrological or Herbal support at www.trinityherbalsandwellnesscenter.com. Please reach out to Nicole for psychic and intuitive healing at www.soulgratitude.com. Blessed Total Lunar Eclipse!
2022-11-0749 min
Soul Reverence PodcastFull Moon in Aries, Venus in the Underworld, and Samhain 2022Marianna and Nicole share their recent initiations, and talk about the deep healing energy present with this Full Moon and Venus placement. Aspects of Samhain magic and Rosemary powers are shared too. Gratitude to Todd Norian for his healing music in this podcast. To reach Marianna for an astrological reading or for herbal advice contact her at www.trinityherbalsandwellnesscenter.com. To reach Nicole for Intuitive and Psychic Energetic Healings or Classes contact her at www.soulgratitude.com.
2022-10-0949 min
Soul Reverence PodcastTarot with Carolyn Ayers, Full Moon, and the Death By Intent GateThis is the 12th episode, completing our first year creating this podcast, and it feels special. So, we invited a sacred woman, whom we both love, to share her Tarot wisdom with us. Welcome Carolyn Ayres of Tarot of Becoming. Carolyn shares spreads with us, and deep dives with our discussions on Death By Intent and more. Here are Carolyn’s spreads if you’d like to try them. Spread to Support Your Death By Intent Process
Card One: You in this moment with your fear and excitement about evolution. You as Ego
Yes, your ego can be excited about evol...
2022-09-0940 min
Soul Reverence PodcastPortals of SupportThe Full Moon in Aquarius, Saturn in Retrograde, and Venus in our First Chakra Gate give an outline for our cosmic discussions. Licorice is the herb chosen this month to helps us assimilate and harmonize the massive upheavals and changes. Marianna can be found at www.trinityherbalsandwellnesscenter.com for astrological or herbal guidance. Nicole can be found at www.soulgratitude.com for psychic and intuitive guidance or energy healing. Also, we give gratitude for Todd Norian and his healing music. We are blessed to have his music on our podcast.
2022-08-1142 min
Soul Reverence PodcastA Wobble Super Full Moon and A Big Transformational TimeThe Largest Moon of the year with Venus in our 2nd chakra, Pluto conjunct the Moon, Sirius and the Sun shining bright on us and her, Uranus with the North Node and the Moon, and so much more going on in the stars and within each of us. We are in deep with releasing and receiving right now, creating space for yourself to transform in this celestial wave is highly encouraged. Motherwort is the herb Marianna chooses to bring up for support with this moon. Motherwort holds powerful space for our evolutionary process. Gratitude for Todd Norian and his beautiful...
2022-07-131h 21
Soul Reverence PodcastSweet Super Full Moon in Sagittarius and Much MoreMarianna and Nicole go into aspects of Venus entering the Solar Plexus Gate, Healing from Covid, this Saturn Retrograde, the Super Full Moon on June 14th, Lemon Balm and more. Giving gratitude to Todd Norian as always for his healing music in our podcast, and to all the artists in a Spotify dance mix Nicole made for this Super Full Moon Ritual https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7mrvv9fQxXGW45rDGORiqw?si=-LJ10bVcTeGk-g3UtRox_g If you’re interested in Astrology, Herbal, or Tarot wisdom from Marianna, please find her at www.trinityherbalsandwellnesscenter.com. Also, if you’re looking for psyc...
2022-06-1351 min
Soul Reverence Podcast2022 Eclipse Season BeginsHere we are in eclipse season, and it is a potent one. Thankfully we get support in our hearts from Venus entering the heart chakra gate❤️ We are going to be given big opportunities for releasing old wounds and heaviness so we can expand into the next version of ourselves in this eclipse season. Our breaking open can feel uncomfortable. Bringing in the loving awareness we are connected to (especially our own hearts) will help us through the pain/fear, and bring us into Union/Love. Borage is the chosen herb bringing us courage and spiritual strength for this potent time...
2022-04-261h 18Soul Reverence PodcastSupport and Portals For Powerful GrowthThe First New Moon in Spring brings support and portals for powerful growth. We get to feel alive with Aries and move into the next version of ourselves through Spring’s rebirth, portals of evolution, and so much support from the planets, Chiron, Dandelions and more. For anyone interested in astrological or herbal support, Marianna can be contacted through www.trinityherbalsandwellnesscenter.com. For anyone interested in psychic, spiritual, and energetic healing support, Nicole can be reached at www.soulgratitude.com. Thank you Todd Norian for your healing music, we love it.
2022-04-011h 22Soul Reverence PodcastAwareness and Tools For This New Moon and Big Movement Planetary Time - Episode #6We are swinging with big planetary motions this new moon. Here are some insights on how to connect, grow, and heal during this powerful time. Thank you Todd Norian for your beautiful music. In need of more resources? Contact Marianna at www.trinityherbalsandwellnesscenter.com for astrological readings and herbal consultations. And, contact Nicole at www.soulgratitude.com for intuitive energy treatments and psychic readings.
2022-03-021h 02Soul Reverence PodcastRest, Receive Love, and Get Ready to GO!We’ve been releasing the old for a while now, resting and receiving Love in this time is perfect. Slowing down to feel into our new selves for a huge forward momentum, coming soon, is the feeling of this time. Venus going direct and reaching her first gate (our crown chakras), Mercury in Retrograde, Saturn’s influence, the New Moon in Aquarius, Imbolc, and the herbal ally, Angelica, are all honored in this episode. We honor Todd Norian for his beautiful music, thank you! Also, both Marianna and Nicole are offering classes this month. Reach out to Marianna for Astrological and...
2022-01-311h 00Soul Reverence PodcastWelcome 2022, Happy New Moon in this New Year!This New Moon and New Year keep having us releasing the old ways of being that no longer serve us and the collective. The fun part is we are given the gifts of our own wisdom and access to infinite new connections for our healing and evolution, especially when we connect within the Source of Mother Earth and her infinite gifts and wisdom. Venus and Capricorn play major roles this New Moon and Year. The two connected will help us remember our ancient wisdom ways, and the depths we can love ourselves and the collective from the elder perspective. Looking...
2022-01-0151 minSoul Reverence PodcastEmbodying the Hidden TruthsEpisode 2 brings more astrological insights, this time of November’s New Moon and planetary alignments. We have discussions of going into our ‘hidden truths’ for deep alchemical healing. Also, healing tools of Rosemary, Raven Feather Essence, and Flicker Feather Essence are suggested to work within our depths for support this month. Feel free to reach to Marianna at www.trinityherbalsandwellnesscenter.com and Nicole at www.soulgratitude.com. We give gratitude to Todd Norian for his beautiful chanting music played during this podcast.
2021-11-0449 minSoul Reverence PodcastOctober 2021, Finding Your Balance in a Time of Great ChangeMarianna discusses the New Moon in Libra and many other astrological events for October, and brings some plant wisdom support with Burdock leaves and roots. While Nicole attempts to synthesize what Marianna channels, and bring in her own loving thoughts. We give gratitude for Todd Norian’s chanting music in our podcast from his album Bija. Please find Marianna at www.trinityherbalsandwellnesscenter.com, and Nicole at www.soulgratitude.com. Thank you for listening!❤️
2021-10-0641 min
A Quest for Well-BeingUnbreakable Wholeness— 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. Now, writing with gentle, compassionate authority, he shares the life-changing philosophy that taught him how to embrace all of it -- the pain, disillusionment, and suffering -- as the gift it was always meant to be. Relatable, funny, candid, Todd's wo...
2021-08-2154 min
The Yoga Voice#45 - Todd Norian - Part 2In this second of two part episode host Dave Sims, E-RYT500, guardian of the sacred space at Cityoga School of Yoga and Health, dives in deep with Todd Norian, Internationally acclaimed yoga teacher, founder of Ashaya yoga, musician and author. We explored the process and depth of his book Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness (published June 2021). Hope you enjoy listening, please help support our show by subscribing so we can continue to bring you these insightful and inspirational conversations with yogis near and far, we welcome your comments. theyogavoicepodcast@gmail.com Todd Norian, E-RYT 500, seeks to awaken...
2021-05-311h 35
We Are All Here005 - Todd Norian (Yoga Teacher)Todd has been a yoga student and teacher for over 40 years. He is the founder of Ashaya Yoga (https://www.ashayayoga.com/), a musician, and an author. His book, available now on Amazon, is titled Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness, A Memoir. Todd and I discuss Yogic philosophy, his time living in an ashram, the perils of blind faith, and his own spiritual evolution.
2021-05-291h 09We Are All Here005 - Todd Norian (Yoga Teacher)Todd has been a yoga student and teacher for over 40 years. He is the founder of Ashaya Yoga (https://www.ashayayoga.com/), a musician, and an author. His book, available now on Amazon, is titled Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness, A Memoir. Todd and I discuss Yogic philosophy, his time living in an ashram, the perils of blind faith, and his own spiritual evolution.
2021-05-291h 09The Yoga Voice#43 - Todd Norian - Part 1The Yoga Voice is biweekly podcast from CITYOGA, hosted by Dave Sims E-RYT 500, owner CITYOGA School of Yoga & Health. Each episode of The Yoga Voice contains conversations with yoga teachers and practitioners from around the world and throughout the Midwest. Our discussions explore how yoga inspires and transforms. In this episode host Dave Sims, E-RYT500, guardian of the sacred space at Cityoga School of Yoga and Health, dives in deep with Todd Norian, Internationally acclaimed yoga teacher, founder of Ashaya yoga, musician and author. Our conversation flowed through many topics and was a pleasure to hear his insights...
2020-11-031h 24
That Yoga Woman's PodcastIndira Das GuptaThis week I’m talking to Indira Das Gupta.
Indira has been teaching yoga for 14 years, is a senior yoga teacher and studio owner based in north London. She was born in London to a Polish Mum and an Indian Dad so is of mixed race heritage. She tells us the story of how her parents met (which is such a chance meeting!), what her childhood was like and her experiences of going to a Catholic Grammar school. Prior to establishing her yoga studio in North London, Indira had a successful career in journalism as a news reporter, working fo...
2020-10-131h 21J. Brown Yoga TalksTodd Norian - "Tantra of Unbreakable Wholeness"You are listening to the free version of J. Brown Yoga Talks. To hear the rest of our conversation, please subscribe to podcast premium at: https://www.jbrownyoga.com/premium. Todd Norian, author of Tantra Yoga: Journey to Unbreakable Wholeness, talks with J about his time in community and his path to Tantra. They discuss, his thirteen years at Kripalu, his relationship to Amrit Desai, what to make of fallen gurus, endurance training, desire for partnership and eating meat, coming to know that we are enough, and the Tantric teachings that support us in a p...
2020-07-0650 min
CHITHEADS with Jacob Kyle (Embodied Philosophy)Todd Norian on Unreasonable Happiness (#110)In this episode we discuss: Unreasonable happiness as a way to engage in this time of crisis Todd’s personal experience of spiritual awakening The fall from grace of two beloved gurus Betrayal, resentment, grief, healing and forgiveness with boundaries as an act of self-love A new student-teacher relationship and the foundation of Ashaya Yoga Seeing everything in life as a path of awakening Non-duality, integration of all of it - this is the spiritual practice Todd Norian, E-RYT 500, seeks to awaken others to their inherent potential for healing and joy by integrating the body, mind, and heart through yoga and me...
2020-04-211h 32
Longa Life PodcastEp.4 Todd Norian- How to follow your heart under any circumstance, core wounded identities, yogaTodd Norian is an internationally acclaimed heart centered yoga teacher that truly embodies the yogi spirit. His journey began as a young boy watching his father, a musician and later blossomed when Todd’s meeting with a friend guided him to a yoga class. From that moment on Todd’s life changed forever. He’s now the owner and instructor at Ashaya yoga in Stockbridge Massachusetts. Through Todd’s heart centered method of tantric yoga practice (no not sex) that teaches everything in this life is for our awakening, he teaches people how to reframe the events of their lives through...
2020-04-2050 min
HEALTHY PLANET 1THE BEAUTY OF ASHAYA YOGA - CHERYL CHAFFEECheryl Chaffee, owner of Garden of the Heart Yoga Center, has been teaching yoga in Sarasota for the last 14 years. She is the first yoga teacher in FL certified to teach Ashaya Yoga, a beautiful style of yoga developed by Todd Norian, and is honored to bring these teachings to the Sarasota area. Cheryl is also passionate about chanting and she leads kirtan on Tuesday nights at the yoga center.
2019-09-0826 min