The July 19, 2016 nomination of Donald Trump as a major-party candidate for President of the United States destabilized my world. I say this not as a point of pride, but as a matter of fact. It took months to find a new equilibrium, and it was my decade-old practice of yoga that finally got me there, but it took time. Combining Hatha (physical) yoga practice with reflections on Patanjali’s classic Yoga Sutras, layered stages of yogic introspection led me back to steadiness in the world as I find it, the ultimate purpose of yoga. This
Free iTunes Podcast traces my journey, and we hope it provides inspiration for you. "Yoga in the Age of Trump" traces a story arc across ten 15-20 minute Episodes.
(Buy Supplemental Yoga Video) Selected verses borrowed from from Alberto Villoldo’s interpretive translation of the Yoga Sutras ("Yoga, Power and Spirit", Carlsbad CA: Hay House, Inc. 2007) are paired with breathing and postures to relieve stress, establish balance, and provide hope in the Age of Trump. We welcome all political perspectives and all levels of yoga practice to this podcast. The auditory medium guides the listener along a meditative journey, using standard yoga poses. For listeners newer to yoga, sit quietly in a stable, comfortable position until you feel more comfortable assuming the poses. We will make available for each Episode a video of the poses to augment your enjoyment of the Series. The practice promotes physical, mental and spiritual rejuvenation, and enhances poise and productivity in the Age of Trump!