Martha Kein shares the inspiring story of how the American Yoga Academy has evolved over the decades, from its humble beginnings teaching yoga classes at local hotels to becoming a global leader in online yoga teacher training. Through the challenges of the pandemic, Martha and her team were able to seamlessly transition their programs online, expanding their reach to serve students around the world - from remote villages in Alaska to yoga practitioners confined to wheelchairs.

Martha's own yoga journey is one of perseverance and openness. After initially being turned off by yoga, she rediscovered its transformative power and went on to become a 500-hour certified teacher. Now, she gets to witness her students develop confidence, find their calling, and bring the gift of yoga to their communities.

Martha and the host discuss the importance of making yoga accessible to all, regardless of one's faith or background. They emphasize that yoga's essence is about health, wellness and personal growth - not any specific religion. This inclusive approach has allowed the American Yoga Academy to thrive and make a positive impact around the world.

This episode is an inspiring testament to the power of yoga to change lives, and the incredible potential that emerges when visionary leaders like Martha adapt to serve the evolving needs of the yoga community.

Live recording with Swami Vidyanand on 18th September, 2021.
Content:

• Camille Gicquel: 0 to 7:57 | Introduction to TIME Meditation and the session
• Swami Vidyanand: 7:50 to 38:00 | World Peace, TIME Meditation, Chakras, Mooladhara and Sahasrara, traditional systems and beyond, modern interpretation of the vedas, Upanishads and other texts in the light of this new and revolutionary system + much much more....
• Meditation Practice with Swami Vidyanand: 38:00 to 54:00
• Invocation of the Divine Mother with Music: 54:00 to 59:20 | with Disha & Utkarsh

Talks with Swami Vidyanand

"What is my purpose?..... you need to be aware.... what is your source?"

"..first law of meditation - Divine Consciousness/Eternal Consciousness is present inside and outside also, all the time. Both consciousness always present, but you need to be honest. Honesty with the Divine. Yes, it is needed. The first thing is to be honest with yourself - "Yes I want to learn mediation. I am a learner and I learn through the Divine. Divine you are present in my heart also, in my mind also, in my prana and in my body also. Please you guide me"..... This is the truth... Divine is present....Preparing your mind in this way, is the first step for meditation."

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