Leadership and Yoga

My guest today is David Kyle. He is an international yoga instructor and yoga teacher trainer, studio owner, and an incredible source of knowledge in terms of Rocket and Ashtanga yoga, and of course teaching in general. On this episode he shares insight on how we can turn teaching a yoga class into an experience that is truly moving. Beyond the theoretical elements of style, words, sequence and energy, he gives numerous concrete ideas that you can put into practice to grow as a yoga teacher. Tune in for tips on creativity, speaking and finding your authentic voice, being brave enough to go first, and building an environment that is inspiring even when teaching advanced postures that could be perceived as intimidating by some students. Plus, I share my feedback on Rocket training and a moving journal entry from immediately after the 3 hour "BBQ" class regarding David's teaching style. David also gives us an overview of the philosophy and physical practice of Rocket yoga. Find David Kyle on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidckyle/ Rocket website: https://rocketvinyasa.com/ My website:  https://shawnakru.com/ Find me on instagram:https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru/

Let's talk self-leadership: what it is, and how to do it more effectively. Why? So that you can take new directions, quit old habits and do what you actually want to do in your human experience. It's time. On this episode I reveal what self-leadership looks like for me in terms of both body and my business... Everything from my gym, yoga and meditation routine, to what I actually do for a living. Plus, I share insights on my creative process. My website:  https://shawnakru.com/ Find me on instagram:https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru/

You don’t have to be a writer to have influence with your words. Today I talked to Katie Williams, a yoga writer and yoga teacher, about the power that language has to shape your interactions in the world. From engaging in “positive gossip” to practicing empathy, we touch on a few strategies that will help you untangle yourself from judgement and make genuine connections. Find Katie Williams on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiewilliamsyoga/ My website: https://shawnakru.com/ I share motivational videos on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru/ Photo credits to Spencer Millsap. 

Today’s episode has been requested by multiple listeners and became a theme that showed up repeatedly over the last week in different areas of my life so here we are: Ego! Spoiler alert… Your ego is lying to you and hiding an important key to happiness and abundance from you. What can you do today to get face to face with your ego, and defy it? Plus I share a personal story on how my ego has hurt me. My website: https://shawnakru.com/ I share motivational videos on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru/

Today is about pain and suffering, specifically our experience of it and what we should do with it.  Should we wish to be free from suffering? Is that even possible?  Or, can we recognize the place it has within our lives and learn from the cycle it creates... Not after the fact, but rather during the experience.  Credits to Tim Keller for the piece on pain and suffering that I mention in this episode. My website: https://shawnakru.com/ I share motivational videos on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru/

Welcome into class, maybe you thought you were getting another training and informational podcast but this is a bonus episode, a little gift for you. Sometimes we get stuffed with so much information that what we need is to shut it all off. To step into a different state of mind. That’s what I’m going to offer you. No further introduction. The guided centering exercise and meditation that I will be sharing with you today is my absolute favorite combination of things to take me not only to a more relaxed state, but to access self-love and self-healing. We are going to do this by getting out of the logical problem solving mind, and instead leaning into the creative wisdom of the heart. What to expect: A yoga nidra technique, centering exercise Calming breathwork to move you towards a parasympathetic state Short guided heart chakra meditation My website: https://shawnakru.com/ I share motivational videos on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru/

Today before we talk anymore about leadership in the general sense of the term, we are going to talk about the way we breathe. Breathwork is the yoga you can do from your office chair, it’s one of the most impactful and efficient exercises you can bring into the workplace. (Ahem, yoga teachers, and business professionals listening.) It’s also something I practice before I’m going to teach or speak in front of a lot of people if I’m feeling a little out of synch or anxious. I’ll tell you the whole story. I’m excited to finally share the details of these tools with you so that you can put them into practice too. At the end I will share a guided beginner friendly breathwork and grounding exercise with you. I’m also going to share my personal stories as I started dipping my toes into breathwork. My website: https://shawnakru.com/ I share motivational videos on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru/

Today I’m sharing a quick podcast with you that's packed with all the goods: 3 steps to redefine yourself as a leader or just in how you lead yourself. Leadership is a skill of influence and the first person we must influence is ourselves... our decisions, our patterns, our actions, and our baseline state.  At the end, I tell you one of my favorite stories: a shocking moment when it dawned on me that I had, in fact, redefined myself. The episode I mention regarding the "Seer:" Episode 8, "Are You Leading With SELF-LOVE?"  My website: https://shawnakru.com/ I share motivational videos on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru/

Alright, this is a unique one. Today I'm sharing my whole story with you, the "good," the "bad," the ugly and the beautiful.  This fireside chat about my life is intended to benefit two groups of people: those of you curious about the impact yoga can have on your life, and those of you who are teaching yoga or are interested in teaching someday.  In this episode you'll find part vulnerable share, part funny stories, and part insight to help you condense the amount of time it takes you to get from point A to point B. A being where you’re at and B being massive steps in the direction you want to go. Looking for 1:1 support? Check out my signature coaching program, Self-Leadership in Yoga. My website: https://shawnakru.com/ I share motivational videos on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnakru/

In this interview with Annie Moves you'll find all the tips and mindset shifts to get you inspired to step into your power and start leading magnetically... on and off the mat.   Annie is passionate about the power of living in alignment and as the highest version of herself, and above all, leading and living through love. She shares words of wisdom, advice and synchronicities that will leave you motivated.  In this episode Annie tells us the key for her natural and confident teaching style. Tune in to hear about how she channels while teaching instead of prepping or planning! Also, learn what she does behind the scenes to stay present and grounded through her personal practice, and how you can apply these principles to your own life whether you are a yoga teacher, student or just tuning into Annie's work.   Best known as Annie Moves on instagram, Anabella Landa is a sensational yoga teacher, energy sprinkler, world traveler and Alo Moves' newest instructor.  Find Annie on Instagram:  @annie.moves Annie's website: https://anniemovesyoga.com/ Find me on instagram: @shawnakru My website: https://shawnakru.com/