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How do we integrate spirituality into movement-focused classes like yoga? And how do we do that in ways that are authentic? And what does spirituality even mean?
Today I share some ways I approach these questions, and how I combine a practice of paying attention off the mat with storytelling, to create moments of connection to self and spirit during class.
Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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Paying attention to students is crucial for effecting teaching. Demoing is important, too, but it shouldn't overshadow student observation. Today we explore some ways to find the balance, and I share with you what I call my "95% rule."
Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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Y'all. This past week my Instagram reached 100,000 followers! While reaching a certain number has never felt important to me, it does mean something: that a whole lot of you are choosing to show up to be with me and my weird-ass self.
I'm celebrating that. And I'm reflecting on the process of this growth and the community we've been building, and all the things.
Today I share some of what I've learned over this last decade of showing up on social media, how I've been changed, who I've become.
Thank you for being here.
Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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I'm in the process of a spiritual homecoming and it's got me reflecting a lot--on self-awareness, change and personal growth, and creating space for the kind of honesty and self-care that supports it all. i'm reminded of how we are here to be awake to our lives and, if we want to be leaders and caretakers, we have to give to ourselves so we can give to others.
Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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Rachel Brooks and Steph Alston are back for another installment of our yoga studio owners roundtable. These are conversations about the real stuff involved in owning and running a studio.
Some of what we explore today:
The importance of sustainable business models, long-term planning, effective communication, and asking for help.
Steph also shares about her decision and process to take on a business partner and some of the considerations involved, while Rachel shares about her process of studio expansion and some of the ongoing adjustments required.
Connect on Instagram:
Rachel, Seeking Space Yoga, and Yin Yoga Space
Steph and Santosha Yoga Collective
Previous episodes with these guests:
Steph: episodes 236, 205, 227
Rachel: episodes 236, 188Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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Today I share my reflections on the past year, a big death and rebirth year for me. And I look ahead to 2025 that I've named my year of play.
This past year has taught me a lot about love, transformation, and the importance of authenticity. About the sacrifices necessary for growth, the discomfort of being new, and the transformative power of grief. And the joy that can be found in new beginnings, community, and creativity.
I'm so excited for this year and the bigness of the energy I feel coming into it. It's gonna be so good.Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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I've named 2025 as my Year of Play and I'm inviting y'all to join me!
I'm so excited to share today about The Play Experiment, a month-long experience that's all about building a life where play is part of the everyday. I'm joined by my friend and collaborator, Grey Tanner--a soul and somatic embodiment artist, teacher, and mentor (and queen of play!)--who I've invited to co-host with me.
Today we share about how play has come to be a vital aspect of our lives, supporting our creativity, relationships, businesses, and whole-ass selves. We explore some of what play means for us, how that's expanded and evolved through time and practice, some of the ways ways cultural conditioning and our personal stories impact our ability to play, and how so much of our play has been about giving ourselves permission.
We explore how play can be integrated into adult life, help us to discover and embody our authenticity and purpose, and how The Play Experiment is an invitation for all of it.
Learn more about the Play Experiment and sign up here
Connect with Grey on InstagramWeekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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This conversation goes deep and wide!
Today we talk about curiosity and bravery in personal growth. Womanhood and leadership. The roles sensuality and sexuality play in understanding ourselves. Navigating relationships and self-image. And the importance of embracing vulnerability through it all.Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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How we we cultivate authenticity? And why do we need it on social media?
Some of the ways I've learned we do it: by facing fears, claiming our voices, playing, and experimenting. And to do a lot of that, we have to give ourselves permission.
For me, authenticity is about being more of you, not imitating others. And when a lot in the world encourages us to be like others, to fit in boxes, we often have to be the ones to allow ourselves room to do something different or to expand.
Social media can be a powerful tool for exploring authentic self-expression. It's a stage where you can share your unique story--and create connection and community. And we need both to thrive--individually, collectively, and in business.Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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What does it mean to have an advanced yoga practice? Or to teach one?
What does it mean for teachers?
Today we explore some of the subjectivity of what constitutes an advanced practice, the importance of recognizing one's individual needs, and the role of teachers in guiding students.Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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Alignment--whether in yoga or in life--is not about straight lines, or a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead it's about finding the balance between structure and flow and exploring how each individual's experience and body shape their practice (and their life).
In today's conversation, I delve into the significance of clear cues in teaching, the necessity of foundational knowledge, and the beauty of transitions in flow. I also talk about the teacher-student dynamic, the role of creativity in teaching, and discovering what lights you up.Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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Today I'm sharing about a couple big experiences--my first time traveling overseas, and to teach Flow School in Switzerland!--and how those weave with a larger conversation about imposter syndrome, and what it means to grow as a teacher and human.
I also explore the the significance of trust in teaching, how we cultivate inclusivity, balancing planning and play, and why creative sequencing and self-ownership matter in our leadership.Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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In this conversation, we welcome Steph Alston and Rachel Brooks back to the podcast, and discuss the intricacies of studio ownership, focusing on the challenges, opportunities, and community aspects involved.
We explore current problems in their businesses, the importance of grants and funding, sustainability in operations, and the significance of communication and connection within the studio environment. The discussion also touches on teaching styles, the role of experimentation in classes, and the journey of being a studio owner, emphasizing the need for collaboration and support.
Connect on Instagram:
Rachel, Seeking Space Yoga, and Yin Yoga Space
Steph and Santosha Yoga Collective
Previous episodes with these guests:
Steph: episodes 236, 205, 227
Rachel: episodes 236, 188Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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The last several weeks have been so big. I'm back to the podcast after a hiatus, to share some of what I've been navigating--including immense grief and loss after the unexpected death of my mother.
This season has been reminding me of the importance of kindness, and celebrating life and the complexity of emotions. And it's been reminding me that we are all fighting unseen battles.Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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Life is good at surprising us and yet, as teachers and leaders, we're in positions of service, where we must show up for our students even when we're struggling. It can be complex to navigate the taking care of ourselves and others.
So how can we balance the needs of our students while creating safe spaces for authenticity and vulnerability in our teaching? Do we always have to "have our shit together"? Today I talk about some of my own experiences in answers these and other questions.Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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Last week I returned from hosting a co-ed retreat on the Oregon coast, that I called Celebrate Your Whole Damn Self. And it was beautiful and full of magic and play and deep connection. And it was an experience that was co-created.
Today I talk about that, and of the power of creating spaces--where we can breathe, and be, and flow and celebrate more of who we are. And of the magic of coming together, where everyone gets to bring and share their gifts. And what can ripple outward.Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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Entrepreneurship is a journey that involves challenges, successes, and continuous learning. And for aspiring entrepreneurs, there's so much to consider.
Today, I share some of what I've learned and experienced in my first five years in business, including the importance of experimentation and trusting yourself, how I've found joy in the building process, and the role authenticity plays in long-term fulfillment. I also offer some questions for aspiring entrepreneurs.If you have questions for me, you're invited to add them here: Business Questions for Bonnie
Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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Today I did something big and wild, that I've never done before, and it's got me thinking about the importance of trying new things, and their impacts on us as teachers and leaders.
I wasn't in this experience alone. And it's also got me thinking about trust and support as we guide others. And about the importance of grounding and integration after trying something new.Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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Today we're talking about amplifiers--meaning people, things, situations that help others grow, become bigger, or extend.
I'm here to amplify others. And I'm here to create spaces that support amplification. I think so much of that comes through being honest with ourselves, and being curious and brave, and owning our voices--because that creates space for others to do the same.Weekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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I'm into doing things a little different and I'm also into people who are doing things in different ways. Kate McKenzie, of YTT Design Lab, helps yoga teachers design and refine their teacher training programs. She joins me today to talk about the intersection of yoga and business, creativity and trailblazing, and what it means to design meaningful learning experiences.
To connect with Kate: YTT Design Lab and InstagramWeekly stories by email from Bonnie’s HERE
Connect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email ([email protected]), Website
Listen to Bonnie's other podcast Sexy Sunday HEREThe music for this episode is Threads by The Light Meeting.
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