JJ Pepper is a beloved Austinite teacher with years of experience of movement and studying the body. His journey has not always been easy and he opens up about the struggles of living in a very conservative small town in TX, being bullied, and

#35 Take Care!

Jan 8th, 2020 15m 32s

Your body sends you signals and warnings every day for what is good for you and not so good for you. Listening to your body, taking care of yourself, and respecting your body will bring you more health and joy. Patsy gives all her tips and tric

#34 You are READY!

Jan 8th, 2020 23m 28s

Start before you think you are ready and trust that a net will appear! Sometimes we continue to put off big dreams because we don't feel we are ready/prepared or just plain fear will hold us back. Go for those big dreams and goals without waiti

#33 New Year Goals

Jan 3rd, 2020 42m 35s

Manifestation. Inspiration. Goal setting. Owning your power. Diving into the present moment. All of these magical topics are covered in our first podcast of 2020. Tune in with Madilyn & Patsy for tips & tricks on achieving your dream life this

#32 Healthy Holidays

Dec 9th, 2019 38m 20s

Welcome the mindset and practices of health/wellness that BSY teachers Patsy Montoya and Madilyn Chen love the most. Tune in to new ideas on health, self love and welcoming a sense of freedom during the holiday season! Wishing you the brightest

#31 Grateful AF

Nov 25th, 2019 28m 26s

Gratitude practice is powerful. The human perspective can be steered in any direction. Guiding your mind into gratitude unleashes an abundance of joy and contentment. Join Madilyn Chen and Patsy Montoya in the exploration of many ways to practi

#30 Vata Season

Nov 19th, 2019 41m 30s

Welcome and celebrate the Autumn season with tips & tricks on staying sane! Between the holidays and every event going on this season it’s easy to get swept up in the tornado of life. Learn about the Ayurvedic seasons, doshas and how to feel yo

#29 Guided Meditation: Chakras

Nov 12th, 2019 18m 40s

Our first free guided meditation. Explore your chakras with Madilyn Chen and tap into the moment. The chakras are symbols of parts of ourselves that have colors, characteristics and self knowledge at the helm. Chakras are amazing tools to guide

#28 Free Your Mind

Nov 8th, 2019 30m 54s

Free yourself from habitual patterns that keep you in suffering with the healing wisdom of yoga. Madilyn Chen offers a solo cast on samskaras, mindfulness and finding freedom. Learn about ancient yogic philosophy on the way to find freedom from

#27 Navigating Transition

Sep 26th, 2019 48m 40s

Change is constant, but that doesn’t make transitions any easier. Big or small transitions are great opportunities for healing and growth. Tune into this episode to explore the possibilities! Welcome tips and tricks on navigating transition wit

#26 Intro to Ayurveda

Sep 3rd, 2019 40m 26s

Ayurveda is the Indian science of life. Join Patsy Montoya and Madilyn Chen as we dive into the foundations of this life changing medicine. We will discuss the basics of ayurveda, common characteristics of doshas (ayurvedic constitutions of eac

#25 Creating Your Dream Life

Aug 19th, 2019 42m 38s

Madilyn Chen & Patsy Montoya go deep into the philosophy of life! Let’s talk about how to create the most fulfilling life of your dreams. Let us spark your creativity to turning your dreams into a reality. Think outside the box and practice fai

#24 Finding Inspiration

Jul 16th, 2019 40m 26s

Patsy & Madilyn dive into what marks them sparkle. Enjoy a vibrant conversation about finding joy in every day, positivity when it's hard to keep going and motivation to be their best selves each day. Open your mind to new ways of thinking abou

#23 Special Guest: Derek Pang

Jul 8th, 2019 1h 10m

Passionate about health and fitness, Derek was first introduced to Yoga in 2010 after sustaining a severe traumatic brain injury which left him in a coma for 3.5 days and required him to take a considerable break from martial arts training. Acc

#22 Do Your Best: 4th Agreement

Jun 24th, 2019 44m 20s

The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz contains life-changing wisdom. At Black Swan Yoga we read this book during Yoga Teacher Training to open our minds and live in greater peace. Explore the 3rd agreement with us!Connect with Black Swan Yo

#21 Don’t Make Assumptions: 3rd Agreement

Jun 17th, 2019 45m 25s

#20 Don’t Take Things Personal: 2nd Agreement

Jun 10th, 2019 41m 26s

#19 Be Impeccable with Your Word: 1st Agreement

Jun 3rd, 2019 46m 28s

#18 Oneness & Enlightenment: Chakra Seven

May 27th, 2019 38m 4s

The seventh & highest chakra is at the crown of your head. This energy center extends out into your aura and can represent all of the lower 6 chakras. Open your mind and explore Chakra seven!Connect with Black Swan Yoga:Blackswanyoga: https

#17 Sanskrit Lesson 2

May 20th, 2019 28m 54s

Sanskrit is the language of the yoga practice. Let’s learn some common terms said in a yoga class during this episode! Maybe even practice saying them out loud!Connect with Black Swan Yoga:Blackswanyoga: https://bit.ly/1jKebXC Instagram: https

#16 Sanskrit: Lesson 1

May 13th, 2019 41m 24s

Sanskrit is the language of the yoga practice. Let’s learn some common terms said in a yoga class during this episode! Maybe even practice saying them out loud! Connect with Black Swan Yoga:Blackswanyoga: https://bit.ly/1jKebXC Instagram

#15 Intuition & Clarity: Chakra Six

May 6th, 2019 37m 58s

Ajna, the Third Eye Chakra, is all about intuition, clarity and inner wisdom. Become curious about yourself and compassionately consider how you can balance this part of your life. Connect with Black Swan Yoga:Blackswanyoga: https://bit.ly/1j

#14 Patsy Springer: Journey to Love

Apr 29th, 2019 47m 22s

Grab your tissues and open your heart to listen to Patsy’s journey to love. She has overcome deep heartbreak and sorrow which has led her to be her authentic and caring self. Patsy believes that everything happens for a reason and we can learn,

#13 Clarity & Communication: Chakra Five

Apr 22nd, 2019 47m 10s

Visshuda, the Throat Chakra, is all about communication, clarity, and truth. Become curious about yourself and compassionately consider how you can balance this part of your life.Connect with Black Swan Yoga:Blackswanyoga: https://bit.ly/1j

#12 Meditation & Enlightenment: Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi

Apr 15th, 2019 35m 37s

Meditation & Enlightenment : Dharana, Dhyana, SamadhiThe final 3 steps on the ladder to enlightenment. These practices are all about tuning in to connect to your highest self. Learn the practices of concentration and meditation to lead you t