In this special Independence Day episode of Deepen Your Yoga Practice, host Lauren Leduc explores the yogic concept of liberation—moksha—and what true freedom means on and off the mat. Moving beyond nationalism or personal liberty, Lauren discusses how freedom is defined in yoga philosophy, from the eight-limbed path to teachings in the Bhagavad Gita and Vedanta. She shares real-life examples, like how yoga helps her call her representatives and take action aligned with her values. This episode offers reflection prompts, practical tips for embodied liberation, and insight into how your personal practice can support collective freedom.

Takeaways:

• Moksha is liberation from ego, attachment, and fear.


• True freedom comes from living in alignment with your dharma (purpose).


• Practices like asana, breathwork, and meditation help us experience spaciousness and clarity.


• External and internal barriers to liberation are real—and yoga helps us meet them with resilience.


• Collective liberation is connected to personal liberation; no one is free until everyone is free.

Journal Prompts:

• Where do I feel most free?


• What conditions do I believe I need to feel liberated?


• What can I release—an outcome, fear, or story—to feel more free?