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The Heart of Yoga

Mark Whitwell
Yoga
Intimacy
Relationships
Spiritual Growth
Spirituality
Tantra
Body Image
Krishnamacharya
Eating Disorders
Yoga Education In Schools
Meditation
Germany
Mental Health
Mindfulness
Self-Acceptance
Spiritual Exploitation
Nature
Christianity
Personal Growth
Music

Mark Whitwell and friends present heartfelt conversations from the heart of yoga. “Indeed a soft message for a hard time. Please listen to Mark Whitwell. God is in this moment. God is as close as your own breath. So be here now! Mark will show you an easy way.” — Ram Dass on Mark’s book ‘The Promise’ In the spirit of yogaś citta-vṛtti-nirodhaḥ, we offer this podcast as a tool to direct attention t... more

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Latest Episodes

What does it really mean to be not provoked? I called in my dear friend Andrew Raba for this one, because he’s the final and complete master of Shanti, obviously never disturbed by anything ever. Well, not quite. But we did want to talk about this ph... more

Today I speak about an insight that freed me from a deep presumption carried since childhood. I saw that I am allowed to enjoy life. That recognition lifted the sense of guilt I had lived with for simply being.

Social expectations and spiritual ide... more

What if life is already complete, already whole, already free? My dear friend Jana Wirth, a yogini and physiotherapist in Mainz, Germany, speaks about the moment she realized she was free to enjoy her life without guilt. That simple recognition lifte... more

What happens when Yoga brings you to life? When the suffering and heaviness that seemed endless begin to wash away, and what is left is natural beauty and creativity?

When I first met Kalena she was a solo mother, a frustrated artist caught in fami... more

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Recent Guests

Jana Wied
Yoga practitioner and physiotherapist
Episode: You Are the Movement of Life, End of Story
Dylan Giles
Lover and scholar of Walt Whitman, a great poet in American tradition
Episode: Walt Whitman was a Yogi | Dylan Giles
Mariana Garcia Flores
Philosopher and yoga practitioner
Episode: Kali and the Marriage of Heaven and Hell
Melissa Forbes
A yogini artist specializing in Yantra and sacred geometry.
Episode: The Yogic Arts Series: Yantra & the Tantric Arts with Melissa Forbes
Lilliana Lakshmi
Indigenous woman of the Koji culture
Episode: From The Archives: Are You Born In The Wrong Body?
Domagoj Orlić
Yogi, practitioner, and scholar of Shri Vidya Shakti Tantra
Independent
Episode: Demystifying Tantra - A Conversation with Domagoj Orlić - Part 1
Paul Hoffman
A self-confessed Christian and yoga practitioner.
Episode: “Christians need Yoga“ The story of a Christian Yogi with Paul Hoffman

Host

Mark Whitwell
Host of heartfelt yoga conversations, internationally renowned yoga teacher, emphasizing the integration of body, breath, and personal experience in yoga practice.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • Whoa, rock ‘n roll and yoga

    This episode was delicious. I can’t wait to listen to the playlist and create my own. Thanks for this insight!

    I’ve been enjoying all of the podcasts. I can relate t so much of what’s discussed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TracyZ
    United States3 years ago
  • Everyone needs to listen!

    I have been fortunate to be taught yoga by Mark Whitwell & Rosalind Atkinson for the last 2 years & I can honestly say they have given me, in terms of my personal practice where nothing is required other than myself & a minimum of 10mins each morning, more than anyone else has in my life.

    Mark’s podcasts are an extension of the conversations we have in class - he speaks to the most interesting people & covers such interesting subjects. I can’t say anymore other than just listen & see for yours... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Minky2
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Probably the most authentic voice on yoga as wisdom tradition

    Perhaps the most authentic, culturally relevant and authoritative voice on yoga

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nik9t
    United States4 years ago
  • Extraordinary conversations that inspire and touch your heart

    Thank you Mark and Rosalind! You’re so re-freshing, thought provoking and at the same time so inspiring and creating a sense of peace. Keep sharing no one else has this wonderful holistic worldview like you have. The world needs this special gift that only you have! Thank you so much x Ankie

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shine-Yoga
    Germany5 years ago
  • Best Podcast Ever in the Universe

    This is my 100% pure non-biased review saying that this podcast is truly the best.

    In all seriousness though, Mark’s voice is so lovely to listen to, and the interview subjects such wonderful people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rosalind84
    New Zealand5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the heartfelt conversations and the deeply personal approach to yoga and spirituality.
Feedback highlights the impact of teachings on personal development and emotional healing, with many feeling a sense of empowerment.
The diverse topics covered, from activism to identity, resonate with a broad audience, encouraging deeper exploration of self and the world.
Many are inspired by the authenticity and wisdom shared by the hosts, often feeling a sense of communal connection through the episodes.

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Why Yoga? An Interview with Rosalind
Q: Who do you recommend to come to The Heart of Yoga and training their teachers program?
Anyone who wants to feel connected and realizes that nothing they are doing is working should seek the breath and learn.
Why Yoga? An Interview with Rosalind
Q: What is yoga for you?
Participation in reality, recognizing that unity is already here, rather than trying to achieve it.
Why Yoga? An Interview with Rosalind
Q: How did yoga change your life?
It felt like a life-changing U-turn, realizing that life is already special without needing to strive for something else.
You Are the Movement of Life, End of Story
Q: How did you realize there is no big difference between physiotherapy and yoga?
Jana describes a big relief from realizing that both disciplines focus on healing and non-hierarchical relationships, helping individuals on their own paths.
You Are the Movement of Life, End of Story
Q: Who or what was not allowing you before?
Jana explains that social patterning made her feel guilty for enjoying existence and showed that she was conditioned to do what others expected.

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What is The Heart of Yoga about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations focus on the profound connection between yoga, spirituality, and human relationships, emphasizing intimacy with one's own experience and the beauty inherent in being human. The discussions range from personal stories of healing and transformation through yoga practices to explorations of themes like activism, societal constructs, and the complexities of identity, especially concerning the feminine experience. Notable moments include in-depth dialogues about the significance of community gatherings, the poetry of Walt Whitman, and the integration of personal healing with broader social issues. This podcast aims to inspire listeners towards deeper participation in life through the lens of yoga, presenting it as both a practice a... more

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Recent guests on The Heart of Yoga include:

1. Jana Wied
2. Dylan Giles
3. Mariana Garcia Flores
4. Melissa Forbes
5. Lilliana Lakshmi
6. Domagoj Orlić
7. Paul Hoffman

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