Embracing Mantra: How and Why to Bring into Class

Welcome to the #PracticeWithClara Podcast where Clara and Stephanie share their unique perspectives on philosophy, yoga, and how to run a business as a yoga instructor. Today’s discussion focused on mantra, including the how, when and why to include in class; lineage and authenticity; and the shift in energy through vibration and sound.

Here's more on what we talked about in this episode:

2:04 - Mantra for Saraswati

Chant for Saraswati, the muse of creation, and goddess of wisdom, knowledge, and speech.

6:42 - Offering Mantra to Students

How to offer mantra to students with a few book recommendations to guide your process.

11:48 - Mantra as an Anchor

Starting class with mantra to anchor your class and ground for students, and yourself.

15:52 - Unique Ways to Offer Mantra

How mantra can be taught through two styles, melody or metronome, to invite others to join.

17:30 - Sanskrit in Yoga classes
When and how to bring Sanskrit into yoga classes when teaching, especially when considering new students.

20:05 - Lineage Influence over Mantra
What lineages include mantra and how to intentionally include mantra in class.

23:31 - Intention is Everything

The recipe to create by placing pure intention into the sound to shift and transform through the quality and expression of the mantra.

28:44 - Benefits of Mantra

The vibration we feel in mantra to express our collective energy and remind us of our shared experience.

30:36 - How to Set Positive Affirmations

Selecting words in any language you prefer to create positive affirmations to focus the mind.

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