Ep 233 Keen on Yoga Podcast - Adam Keen

Adam Keen on his 25 years of yoga practice, sharing insights and lessons learned along the way. He discusses the importance of self-acceptance, the role of genetics in practice, and the significance of breathing. Adam emphasizes the need for balance in life, the value of strength training, and the importance of creating a safe space for students. He also explores the evolving meaning of yoga and the joy of letting go of postures as one progresses in their practice. PODCAST Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keen-on-yoga-podcast/id1509303411 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iM9lcw52JskHUZ2eFvVxN YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/@keenonyoga SUPPORT KEEN ON YOGA Subscribe, like and share our videos Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/infoRf Patrons €10 per month: https://www.keenonyoga.com/patrons/ FOLLOW Website: www.keenonyoga.com Instagram: @keen_on_yoga | @adam_keen_ashtanga Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Keenonyoga Key Points • No posture makes you happier; self-acceptance is key. • Practice alone is not stronger than genetics; genetics play a crucial role. • Breathing is essential; it dictates how we do postures. • Tradition in yoga is less important than personal understanding. • People's bodies don't open by being pushed into postures; they open themselves. • Being a good teacher is not about being the best practitioner. • Yoga means more than just union; it's a multifaceted practice. • Making your whole life yoga can lead to a narrow perspective. • Practice is for life, not the other way around; enjoy life outside of yoga. • Giving back postures can be more liberating than holding onto them. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Retreat Announcement 01:26 Reflections on 25 Years of Yoga Practice 03:15 Lessons Learned from Yoga Practice 09:43 Teaching Insights and Perspectives 11:32 The Evolving Meaning of Yoga 14:10 Balancing Yoga with Life 17:25 The Importance of Strength Training 20:05 Creating a Safe Space in Teaching 20:58 The Art of Experimentation in Practice 23:44 The Joy of Letting Go of Postures