The Glo Podcast

Prenatal yoga helps prepare the body for labor and delivery, and the benefits can include stress reduction, improved emotional well-being, and increased self-awareness. As in any health or exercise program pursued during pregnancy, it’s important to listen to your body and consult with your doctor or health practitioner for guidance, before you begin.Guest-host Katie Baki is in her third trimester and guest Ali Owens is a mother of three. They are both teachers at Glo. Katie has a three-part class of prenatal yoga classes on the Glo platform.Katie and Ali discuss how pregnant yoga practitioners must adjust their practice to accommodate the changes in the body during pregnancy. Yoga props can help, providing support for the body and more room for the baby. Katie and Ali discuss the prevailing myths about yoga during pregnancy, focus on the importance of core work to foster stability (rather than strengthening), and how to use breath work and pelvic floor exercises to help with relaxation, stress reduction, and preparing for labor and delivery. They agree that one of the top benefits to practicing prenatal yoga is learning how to listen to the body and check in with what it needs.To wrap up the conversation, they discuss what prenatal yoga classes are available on the Glo platform.Key Takeaways for this Episode00:00 Meet Ali Owens 06:56 benefits of prenatal yoga 12:23 self-awareness and listening to your body 19:32 shifting perspectives and redefining “progress” 29:05 myths and modifications in prenatal yoga 36:01 core work and pelvic floor exercises 42:23 breath work and relaxation techniques 48:04 prenatal yoga programs on the Glo platformLinks:GLO classes:Katie Baki’s Prenatal Power Yoga: 1st Trimester ProgramKatie Baki’s Prenatal Power Yoga: 2nd Trimester ProgramKatie Baki’s Prenatal Power Yoga: 3rd Trimester ProgramAli’s Moving Into Motherhood: First Trimester ProgramAli’s Moving Into Motherhood: Second Trimester ProgramAli’s Moving Into Motherhood: Third Trimester ProgramWe have an expansive library of prenatal classes and programs on Glo.Katie’s websiteKatie’s InstagramAli’s websiteAli’s Instagram

In this extended conversation for The Glo Podcast, Glo teachers Annie Carpenter and Kia Miller discuss their journeys through the energy of the asana poses to the subtle energetic shifts the poses bring about.Kia and Annie emphasize why a safe and sacred space is important to create in yoga classes, where students can pursue an investigation into and questioning of the self. Both Annie and Kia talk about how their yoga practices have evolved over time. During Kia’s thoughtful line of questions, Annie discusses being present, finding balance, and witnessing life as a form of spiritual engagement.They also discuss the power of pranayama as a tool for observation and finding stillness. Annie is one of Kia’s mentors, so the conversation naturally flows into the topic of mentorship.The episode ends with expressions of gratitude and admiration between Kia and Annie, encapsulating the essence of their teacher-student relationship and the enduring impact of their shared yoga journey.Key Takeaways for this Episode00:00 introducing Annie Carpenter 03:57 the importance of subtlety in yoga 08:40 yoga as a quieting practice 24:14 living in continuums and finding balance 27:03 the role of yoga studios and community 30:49 the dance of surrender: allowing life to unfold 35:04 the power of pranayama: observing and finding stillness 41:46 self-trust and resilience: keys to a strong yoga practice 45:38 mentorship and assisting: deepening understanding and growth 47:27 in-person trainings: community and hands-on learning 49:45 the evolution of practice: finding meaning and simplicity 53:29 witnessing and presence: connecting with self and the worldLinks:Annie Carpenter’s SmartFlow Yoga Teacher Training.Annie on InstagramKia Miller WebsiteKia on YouTubeKia on InstagramGLO classes:Classes with AnnieClasses with Kia

In this deep dive into yoga’s origins and history, guest-host Stephanie Serrano interviews scholar Dr. Christopher Jain Miller about the yoga sutras and their role as the guiding texts for modern yoga. They discuss the connections between the yoga sutras and Samkhya philosophy, the relationship between the yoga sutras and the Bhagavad Gita, and the origins of the yoga sutras and Patanjali himself.Their discussion also covers how these texts were reinterpreted, and even misinterpreted, during the American counterculture. The conversation delves into how British colonialism changed our perception of the yoga tests. The conversation concludes by examining the changes in the practice of the Yoga Sutra today and how the text can inspire practitioners to bring yoga philosophy into their everyday lives and create a better world.Key Takeaways for this Episode00:00 the yoga sutras as guiding texts 07:16 the connection between the yoga sutras and Samkhya philosophy 13:49 unraveling the origins of the yoga sutras and Patanjali 21:37 the importance of selfless action in the Bhagavad Gita 24:08 the influence of the American counterculture on modern yoga 28:14 the role of British colonialism in the history of yoga 38:18 overemphasis on asana in modern yoga 44:12 embodying yoga philosophy in everyday lifeLinks:arihantainstitute.orgDr. Miller on Instagram: @theyogaprofessorEmbodying Transnational Yoga by Dr. Christopher Jain MillerGLO classes:Our Beyond The Pose series are classes themed after the first two of eight limbs, outlined in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. There are five Yamas that make up the first limb: Ahimsa: Beyond The Pose: Vinyasa For AhimsaSatya: Beyond The Pose: Hatha For SatyaAsteya: Beyond The Pose: Flow For AsteyaBrahmacharya: Beyond The Pose: Hatha For BrahmacharyaAparigraha: Beyond The Pose: Flow For Aparigraha There are five Niyamas that make up the second limb:Saucha: Beyond The Pose: Kundalini For SauchaSantosha: Beyond The Pose: Flow For SantoshaTapas: Beyond The Pose: Conditioning For TapasSvadhyaya: Beyond The Pose: Meditation For SvadhyayaIsvara Pranidhana: Beyond The Pose: Flow For Isvara Pranidhana

Kia Miller and Elena Brower discuss Elena’s continuing journey into her Zen practice, covering her methodology and some key insights that the practice has brought her. They discuss how their spiritual practices have led them to positively embrace imperfection, and steer away from perfectionism.They discuss the challenges and rewards of meditation, and how to bring a fresh perspective to one’s practice. Elena emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and shares techniques for practicing nonviolent communication, both internally and with others. Kia and Elena reflect on how their practices have evolved over the years and what it means to accept and grow from one’s imperfections. They delve into the role of teaching and how to connect with and inspire students in the ever-evolving journey of spiritual and personal development.As “Elena says in the interview, “The best celebration of your humanity is to sit and be present with what is."You’ll come away from the episode with insightful strategies for integrating meditation and mindfulness into daily life.Key Takeaways for this Episode00:00 Meet Elena Brower02:13 Elena’s journey into zen practice06:04 The simplicity of zen practice08:41 Letting go and cultivating compassion12:35 Nonviolent communication and acknowledging humanity25:04 Dropping negative thoughts32:46 Embracing imperfection on the spiritual path36:49 Self-compassion and self-acceptance40:29 The evolution of Kia and Elena’s personal practices43:20 Gratitude and love as healing forcesLinks:Kia Miller: Website | InstagramElena Brower: Website | InstagramGlo: Website | InstagramGLO classes:Practice with KiaPractice with Elena

Kia Miller guest-hosts this episode in which she interviews Jason Crandell about ADHD, self-regulation, and turning challenges into assets.Kia shares her insights about how yoga has been useful as a practice to recognize egoist behaviors and cultivate self-awareness. Kia and Jason talk about how they apply the principles learned on the mat to everyday life.They wrap up their conversation by discussing the value of staying curious, continually learning and innovating as teachers, seeking new challenges. They pay homage to some of their favorite teachers, like Annie Carpenter and Elena Brower.Key Takeaways for this Episode(00:03) ADHD(13:14) Reflecting on yoga practice and transformation (19:29) Self-responsibility in yoga practice (40:29) Glimpses of self-truths in yoga (53:27) The functional approach in yoga (01:04:40) Yoga teacher mentors and menteesLinks:Jason’s websiteJason’s InstagramGLO classes:Kia’s classes on GloJason’s classes on Glo

Join guest host Rachel Autumn as she welcomes the incredible Goli Gabbay, a pioneer at the intersection of mental health, wellness, and environmental sustainability. Goli bridges the worlds of mind and earth, speaking to the connections between the human home of our body and the bigger, Earthly home of our planet.As Goli says in the interview, “What we’re doing to the planet, we do to ourselves. What we are doing to the planet harms us. Our wellbeing is intrinsically tied to the wellbeing of the planet.”Goli shares her personal journey, beginning with her healing experiences with Kundalini yoga following a thyroid cancer diagnosis. When discussing her work integrating Yoga Nidra into therapeutic settings, Goli opens up about how these practices, through repetition, can rewire neural pathways and foster sustained healing. As the conversation unfolds, Goli also explores her environmental work, discussing the deep connection between personal well-being and planetary health, a theme that echoes throughout this episode.Rachel and Goli’s exchange finishes up with practical advice about how to live a sustainable and mindful life. Goli shares a few simple lifestyle changes that anyone can make to support environmental sustainability, emphasizing the collective power we have to influence change. Don’t miss this heartwarming and enlightening discussion that’s sure to inspire your own journey towards personal and planetary healing.Key Takeaways for this Episode(00:00) Introducing Goli Gabbay(05:29) Healing trauma through yoga therapy(21:33) Yoga nidra benefits and relaxation(28:20) Yoga’s connection with environmentalism(37:37) Environmental action and awareness(44:43) Benefits of a plant-based diet(55:27) Tips for living a sustainable life(01:08:48) Eco-friendly habits(01:21:44) Connecting through yoga goalsLinksGoli’s Website: http://goligabbay.comGoli’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goligabbayGoli's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/goligabbay/Follow Goli’s music journey on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/goli-gabbayThe most delicious plant based recipesEvidence-based plant-based MDs:Dr. Neal Barnard: https://www.instagram.com/drnealbarnard/Dr. Michael Gregor: https://www.instagram.com/michaelgregermd/The most heartwarming farm animal sanctuary: https://www.instagram.com/moustache\_farmer?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Goli’s favorite conservation journalist

Join guest host Rachel Autumn and music artist, poet and author Londrelle as they discuss how to take a “spiritual selfie,” seeing oneself through a lens of unconditional love, and explore the joys and challenges of being a parent.The structure of their conversation takes the chakras as a theme, offering insights on how to cultivate peace amidst the tumult of life. Londrelle shares that life doesn’t hand out responsibilities on a whim, but instead, life says you are worthy of that responsibility. Responsibilities, he continues, are not burdens, they are gifts in your life that keep giving to your life.Londrelle and Rachel discuss the influence Vedic writings have had on his creative process and life. Their conversation illuminates the importance of honoring one’s journey and the healing that comes with self-love, reminding us that the true measure of success is not found in achievements, but in our connection to something greater.They wrap up with Londrelle announcing that he will be at the Sound Healers Convention in Los Angeles.Key Takeaways for this Episode(0:00:01) How to take a “soul selfie” (0:13:31) The role of chakras in finding peace (0:18:58) Setbacks as opportunities for growth (0:28:47) Honoring personal journeys for healing (0:57:17) Parenthood as a source of joy and revelation(01:09:31) Sound healers in Los AngelesLinks:Londrelle’s BooksSunflower SoulEternal Sunshine Self-Care Package: Healing Through The ChakrasVibrate Higher Daily: Live Your PowerWebsite and Social MediaLondrelle’s websiteLondrelle’s InstagramLondrelle’s SpotifyYouTubeEternal Sunshine app on the App StoreLondrelle’s AppGLO classes: Kia Miller’s Chakra SeriesClass 1Class 2  Class 3  Class 4Class 5Class 6Class 7Class 8

Guest host Rachel Autumn welcomes her mentor and friend Natalia Benson on The Glo Podcast to discuss astrology and business coaching, and to celebrate Natalia’s podcast, which has surpassed a million downloads. They explore Natalia’s astrology origin story, starting with a pivotal moment that led to Natalia discovering her passion for astrology and commitment to learn more about it. Natalia emphasizes the impact that astrology has had on her understanding of her personality and business, and how astrology has shaped her mission to help women create independent revenue streams through spiritual and conscious entrepreneurship.Rachel and Natalia discuss Natalia’s book Mystical AF, and explore the significance of natal charts, using Rachel’s chart as an example. Natalia offers some insights into how celestial placements can indicate transformations in your career and life, and unpacks the concept of Saturn transits and the Saturn return. Astrological events, Natalia says, are often seen as challenging. But they can highlight areas in our lives that require attention and work. Finally, Rachel and Natalia rethink Mercury retrogrades, asking listeners not to dread them, but consider them as opportunities for reflection and growth.Key Takeaways for this Episode (09:14 - 10:08) Astrology as science and art (14:58 - 17:12) Natal chart book discussion (20:10 - 21:54) Astrological signs and personalities (24:46 - 26:09) Exploring astrology and personal beliefs (30:01 - 31:22) Exploring astrology transits and personal growth (37:06 - 37:55) Multi-faceted creative journeys (41:28 - 43:06) Pluto on mid heaven (46:03 - 48:28) Understanding zodiac signs through personal stories (52:25 - 54:20) Navigating Saturn’s energy for personal growth (01:03:18 - 01:04:16) Retrograde planetsLinks:Natalia’s WebsiteMystical AF: A Very Aries Journey from Darkness to Lightness of Being

Derik Mills interviews longtime friend and colleague Elena Brower about writing poetry, teaching yoga, friendship, and podcasting. They discuss Elena’s debut collection of poetry, Softening Time: Collected Poems.Elena shares an inspiring encounter she had a Glo student who had taken classes with her online. Derik and Elena also turn the conversation inward, discussing the therapeutic journey from poetry to prose as Elena shares about her book of poems and her upcoming book.In a previous episode of The Glo Podcast, Elena took over the microphone to guest host. Her guest was Jeff Rosenthal, co-author of Make No Small Plans: Lessons on Thinking Big, Chasing Dreams, and Building Community. Listen to her episode, Community is a Powerful Human Technology, featuring Elena Brower and Jeff Rosenthal.Closing the chapter on this heartfelt conversation, Derik and Elena speak about dreams, the practice of Buddhism, and how to persist in creative endeavors. Both share about their insights drawn from the lectures of professor Douglas Brooks. (A number of Dr. Brooks’s are available on The Glo Podcast as episodes.)Elena recommends a few books as well. Find them on her Bookshop.org page, where she offers reading recommendations on poetry, Zen Buddhism, perceptive parenting, on death and dying, art and writing, inspiration for daily living, leadership, yoga, mental health, and essential oils.Key Takeaways for this Episode(0:00:01) - a journey of friendship and business(0:06:32) - the impact of curiosity(0:16:36) - exploring personal growth and healing(0:34:38) - exploring dreams and Buddhism(0:46:41) - the art of practice and compassion(1:00:58) - book recommendations from ElenaLinks:Elena’s WebsiteElena on InstagramBeing You: A Journal by Elena BrowerPractice You: A Journal by Elena BrowerThe Practice You Podcast with Elena BrowerElena’s reading recommendations on bookshop.org.Professor Douglas Brooks's New Winter Sessions for 2024GLO classes:Elena Brower on Glo

Join our conversation with host Rachel Autumn and Darby Ray, a trauma-informed yoga teacher. Darby discusses how yoga spaces can be a sanctuary, supporting students’ experiences with stress and trauma. In the compassionate world of trauma-informed yoga, personal agency and resilience are at the heart of a healing practice.Darby has been teaching yoga for more than ten years, and is a passionate advocate for bringing trauma informed practices into wellness spaces. She’s worked in different treatment centers and communities, offering yoga as a modality to assist the body’s inherent capacity for healing and growth.The conversation covers how to navigate the delicate balance of personal boundaries and growth within yoga, we share candid reflections on maintaining focus amidst distraction, and the power of listening to one’s body over external cues. Breathwork, often a cornerstone of yoga, is dissected for its dual role as a grounding force and a potential source of discomfort, prompting a deeper conversation on offering choices and normalizing a spectrum of responses. Moreover, we tackle the practical aspects of teaching, like the use of consent cards for hands-on adjustments and the necessity of self-care to sustain the quality of teaching, especially in group dynamics post-pandemic.Included is a discussion about the art of crafting a yoga practice rich in options and variations that honors all bodies and abilities. Rachel and Darby explore the challenges of online instruction, affirming the critical role of language and pacing when visual cues are absent, and how the universal benefits of trauma-informed yoga that can extend beyond trauma survivors to anyone coping with life’s stresses.Key Takeaways for this Episode(00:00) Introduction to Darby Rae(06:53) Addressing trauma in classes (11:27) The language of trauma-informed teaching(18:00) Teachers' responsibility in trauma-informed classes(24:01) Creating a supportive and flexible classroom environment(26:31) Step-by-step exploration of trauma-informed yoga practice(34:27) Importance of self-care in yoga teaching(37:11) Building a trauma-informed public yoga class(45:12) Trauma-informed yoga classes online(51:02) Collective Resilience yoga teacher trainingLinks:Darby Rae on InstagramDarby Rae WebsiteCollective ResilienceHala KhouriKira HaglundSanta Monica YogaExhale to InhaleGLO classes:Listen To Your Body Qi Gong with StephanieRegulate Emotions Flow with ElenaNervous System Gentle Flow with DivyaGrief Support Hatha with Ivorie

Join Glo Teacher Annie Carpenter as she interviews Richard Rosen, a revered teacher in the yoga community, for an enlightening chat about breath, practice, mentors, and finding your voice as a teacher.Their heart-to-heart talk explores the essence of persistence in yoga and how commitment enriches both our practice and life’s purpose. Richard shares about his influences and mentors, and how he evolved his own yoga teaching voice. He and Annie talk about Pranayama and how it is often underestimated in an Asana practice, and they explore the concept of karma. Richard caps off the chat with a poem that is a lighthearted reminder of life’s unpredictable nature.Join us for this conversation that is as informative as it is inspiring.Key Moments(01:33) Annie Carpenter and Richard Rosen intros(11:05) teaching yoga(14:12) pranayama(20:03) teaching yoga philosophy(22:09) the evolution of yoga practice(28:13) life's phases(34:40) exploring mortality … and a poem to lighten the moodLinks:Annie's SmartFlow YogaThe Nest Yoga Studio (Oakland)GLO classes:Take Classes with Annie Carpenter on Glo

Jo Murdock is committed to creating wellness spaces and practices where self-care and healing is not a privilege but a right. She emphasizes the role that representation and shared experiences play in creating safe spaces to practice, where people of color and the LGBTQIA+ community are welcome in wellness spaces.But her conversation with guest host Rachel Autumn isn’t just about obstacles; it’s a celebration of real solutions to address the root chakra issue of diversity in the wellness community. Rachel and Jo don’t shy away from discussing the financial realities of being yoga instructors and the steps they’ve taken to get a seat at the table and a place in front of a class of students.Jo has championed developing scholarship funds at yoga studios and created a nonprofit, Reimagine Our Wellness, to foster accessible and equitable wellness spaces for people of color and the LGBTQIA+ community.KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR THIS EPISODE(00:01) Inclusive yoga and wellness spaces(05:01) Exploring social equity in yoga(11:41) Barriers and representation in yoga spaces(20:48) Scholarship fund for underrepresented communities(38:22) Navigating diversity and inclusion in yoga(54:09) Yoga teachers' responsibility and compensation(01:06:30) Expanding the vision of reimagining wellness(01:13:09) Reimagining wellness and community supportLinks:Jo’s websiteJo’s InstagramJo’s YouTube ChannelJo’s TikTok 

Glo instructor Kia Miller recounts her transformative journey of self-discovery through yoga and meditation. She describes how her Kundalini practice helped reframe her sense of self and examine limiting beliefs.Kia shares how a summer-long spiritual retreat surfaced deep-seated negative patterns. As her practice unfolded, she began releasing layers of self-doubt and reconnecting with core human emotions like joy, fear, anger, and sadness.Listen as Kia and host Derik Mills discuss yoga’s potential to align our body, mind, and spirit. Kia draws comparisons between humans and musical instruments - both capable of beautiful vibrations when aligned. As their conversation continues, you’ll join an enlightening exploration of dreams and Kundalini kriyās, learn about yoga’s power to disrupt negative patterns, and its potential to bring out our deeper wisdom.Key Takeaways for this Episode1. (0:00:00) - Inner life exploration through yoga, self-healing, and emotional awareness. 2. (0:18:40) - The infinite journey: The impact of yoga on personal transformation and self-discovery.3. (0:23:49) - Kundalini yoga and kriyās: Shifting the autonomic nervous system and awakening energy.4. (0:37:22) - Yoga and elevated states of consciousness: Overcoming self-doubt and negative patterns.5. (0:47:08) - Kriyās for personal growth: transforming our state of being and healing the mind.Links:Kia’s websiteKia’s InstagramGLO classes:Kia Miller on Glo

Marc Laws discusses his inspiring journey from professional soccer player to sports therapy practitioner to yoga teacher with a popular following on Glo.com. In this deep-dive conversation with host Derik Mills, Marc shares about the life-changing power of yoga, discusses how he discovered a yoga teacher who changed his view of life, and shares insights that he discovered when he was an ultra-competitive professional soccer player who later became a sports medicine therapist and then yoga teacher.Marc also mentions how thankful he is for the Glo team’s work in making yoga more accessible worldwide. He believes that the skills developed in yoga allow people to live with more love and connection in their lives.Key Takeaways(00:00) Yoga, sports, and gratitude(09:01) Discovering the power of yoga(18:45) Influences of soccer on yoga teaching(28:35) Reflections on identity, empathy, and parenting(40:22) Yoga's impact and reach(51:47) Exploring personal practices and relationships(58:53) Gratitude for team, teachers, communityLinks:Marc Laws' WebsiteMarc on InstagramThe Glo Podcast: How Understanding Neuroscience Can Expand Your Yoga Practice, with Celest Pereira on Apple PodcastsGLO classes:Marc Laws' classes on Glo

Guest host Ali Owens visits with Tracee Stanley, author of Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity and a new book, The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practices and Rituals to Remember Who you Are.Tracee opened her first yoga studio in Los Angeles in 2001 and has been a Hollywood film producer. She is the founder of Empowered Life Circle, a sacred community and portal of practices, rituals, and Tantric teachings inspired by more than 25 years of studentship in Sri Vidya Tantra and the teachings of the Himalayan Masters.Tracee and Ali discuss yoga Nidra, a meditative practice that is sometimes called “yoga sleep.” Yoga Nidra can help practitioners reconnect with their true nature, paving the way for personal transformation and collective healing.The conversation wraps up with Tracee emphasizing the need for practices that are not just for us, but for the collective, and how we can use them to heal the world.Links:Tracee Stanley’s websiteRadiant Rest by Tracee StanleyThe Luminous Self by Tracee StanleyTracee on InstagramGLO classes:Ali Owens’s classes on Glo

Jeni DelPozo realized that she had a passion for dance at an early age, and has transformed that passion into a love of all things fitness. Jeni’s Glo classes focus on strength training, cardio, mat Pilates, and HIIT.Jeni describes herself as “slightly obsessed with fitness,” and says that she loves strength training, boxing, cycling, and yoga. She finds connections amid all of these forms of training and fitness because of her deep roots in Pilates. “Pilates is the base to all of my training. No matter what workout I’m doing, Pilates is the foundation for my body to take it on,” Jeni says.In today’s episode, we’ll be discussing the cognitive benefits of dance. Jeni will also be sharing some candid insights into her experiences with burnout and how she manages it. We’ll touch on how reading books unrelated to fitness provides an escape and a sense of balance.A few key points in the episode:(0:00:00) - Jeni DelPozo chronicles her career path from dancing to fashion, then to fitness and wellness, touching on her strategies to avoid burnout and engage her online students.(0:12:02) - She stresses the significance of comprehending the business aspect of fitness, using her fashion industry knowledge, and advocates for integrating physical and mental exercises.(0:16:55) - Derik and Jeni discuss how Jeni's collaboration with Glo has simplified her workout concepts, along with the benefits of her Pilates background in offering effective workout strategies to clients.(0:28:54) - She addresses burnout and self-criticism in fitness careers, offering her methods for self-reconnection and understanding the motives behind workouts.(0:35:28) - Jeni reveals her recent interest in reading fiction for leisure and her passion for running, alongside her plans to get a lifting certification.Links:Jeni’s WebsiteJeni on InstagramJeni on YouTubeGLO classes:Jeni DelPozo Classes on Glo

How can the practice of yoga transform your approach to one of life’s most enduring challenges—parenting? Meet Sarah Ezrin, award-winning author of The Yoga of Parenting: Ten Yoga-Based Practices to Help You Stay Grounded, Connect with Your Kids, and Be Kind to Yourself. She’s a mother, yoga teacher, and freelance writer. In this week’s interview, with guest host Ivorie Jenkins, a Glo teacher, Sarah Ezrin opens up about her struggles with postpartum depression and anxiety, and how she successfully navigated these challenges using different modalities, including yoga, meditation, and medication. She shares her insights into the concept of Kleshas, the obstacles that life throws at us, and how changing our approach to obstacles can change our lives.Together, Ivorie and Sarah explore how parenting can be a yoga practice all by itself. They discuss the art of balancing your yoga practice with the challenges of raising children. Stick around till the end to find out about Sarah’s East Coast author tour and also how you can connect with her. LinksSarah’s WebsiteSarah on InstagramGLO classes:Ivorie Jenkins Classes on Glo 

Listen in as our guest, Glo teacher and celebrity wellness coach Amy Rosoff Davis, shares her perspective on accepting benefits of meditation to help stay in the present moment despite the challenges of juggling a fast-paced lifestyle. As a wellness coach, mother, and entrepreneur, Amy is all about finding balance when possible, not only in her professional and personal life, but also in her fitness journey. She tells of feeling torn between work and parenting, and how she continues to work toward a journey to embracing imperfection and finding joy in mindful movement. Amy shares her wellness routine and the supplements she uses to maintain her health. Amy also gives us an insider’s view of her work on the Glo platform and her excitement about working with the Glo team and teaching on the Glo platform.A few key points in the episode: [00:02:25] Acceptance and growth in meditation. [00:04:15] Work-life balance struggles. [00:07:38] Body freedom and self-love. [00:12:00] Sway back and abdominal work. [00:17:01] Addressing pain and making changes. [00:19:29] Behind the scenes working with team Glo. [00:23:15] Connection with online community. [00:29:20] Infrared sweating and heat. Links:Amy Rosoff Davis on InstagramAmy Rosoff Davis websiteGLO classes:Amy Rosoff Davis classes on Glo

In this episode, part of our series of 30-minute conversations with Glo teachers, Ali Owens talks about what it is like to work with Glo behind the scenes, how her teaching focus has shifted to pre- and postnatal yoga classes; she also discusses the connection she feels with Glo students, both on and offline.What if you could strengthen your relationship with those around you by practicing mindfulness? That’s the transformative journey Ali embarked on through her practice of yoga and meditation. She discovered the power of presence, especially in the face of chaos, and how her energy can influence her three children in a positive way. Allie also shared her journey into the subtle body concept, learning more about energy work and understanding her physical and energetic self.A few key points in the episode: 0:01:11 - Present moment awareness0:05:47 - Meditation’s ripple effect on children 0:13:27 - Feedback on Ali’s classes0:21:24 - The subconscious mind and the subtle body0:26:00 - Exploring dreamsLinks:Ali on Instagram, X, Facebook, and YouTube.GLO classes:Ali Owens Classes on Glo

Gustavo Padron had had to cope with imposter syndrome and his own inner critic, but to support his personal growth, he’s learned how to bring out his inner advocate. As Gustavo, a Glo teacher, says in this interview with host Derik Mills,”You are enough just as you are. There’s nothing to fix, there’s nothing to prove.” Gustavo talks about bringing love and acceptance to his classes for Glo and his experiences working with the Glo team. Gustavo has guest-hosted The Glo Podcast, exploring breathwork with his guest Jay Bradley, a breathwork teacher and healer. You can find that episode on the Glo podcast feed, and we’ll link to it below, in these notes. Links:Gustavo’s WebsiteThe Grounded PracticeGustavo on InstagramGustavo Guest Hosts the Glo Podcast with Jay BradleyGLO classes:Gustavo’s Classes at Glo