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Yoga's Crossroads: Navigating Appropriation vs. Appreciation with Georgie Edwards
In this episode, I delve into the complexities of cultural appropriation versus appreciation in the yoga space with Georgina Edwards, a yoga teacher, and teacher trainer. Georgie shares her personal journey of discovering yoga, exploring her Sri Lankan heritage, and becoming a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusivity in wellness spaces.
We discuss the nuances of cultural appropriation, the importance of ongoing learning and self-reflection, and the power of community in creating a more welcoming and accessible yoga world.
Join us as we challenge the status quo and explore how we can all contribute to a more conscious and inclusive yoga community.
Key Takeaways:
Cultural appropriation in yoga is a complex issue with no easy answers, requiring ongoing learning and self-reflection.
Yoga teachers have a responsibility to uplift marginalized voices and create more diverse and inclusive spaces.
Yoga is more than just the physical practice (asana); exploring other aspects like meditation, chanting, and self-inquiry can deepen one's understanding and appreciation.
Episode Highlights:
(02:41) Georgie's journey into yoga and exploring her Sri Lankan heritage.
(09:54) The complexities of cultural appropriation versus appreciation in yoga.
(18:57) The importance of being an eternal student and approaching yoga with humility and curiosity.
(28:21) The need for compassion and understanding in navigating cultural appropriation.
(36:22) How to respond when someone is triggered or upset in a yoga class.
(40:32) Encouraging practitioners to explore different aspects of yoga beyond the physical practice.
(44:24) Honoring the sacredness of yoga and moving away from commodification.
(50:30) The evolving landscape of yoga and the importance of embodiment and intuition.
(56:30) The importance of play and rest in yoga and activism.
About the Guest:
Instagram: @georgie.francesca
Episode Links:
Trauma Talks program: https://compassionprisonproject.org/
Book "Rest is Resistance" by Tricia Hersey:
Charity All Our Relations:
Connect with Megan:
Instagram: @HigherLove_withMegan
Website: www.higher-love.com
Podcast Music:
Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan
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This episode was written and recorded by me and produced by Lucy Lucraft (lucylucraft.co.uk). If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5* rating and review!
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Beyond Grades: Cultivating a Human Education with Viv Grant
In this episode I interview Viv Grant, a former head teacher, an executive coach, and the author of the book Learning to Walk in the Dark. Grant discusses her journey through cancer and the loss of her mother, emphasizing the importance of stillness, vulnerability, and inner work in navigating life’s challenges. She also shares her vision for a more humane educational system that prioritizes the well-being of school leaders.
Key Takeaways:
Embrace the darkness: Difficult times are an inevitable part of life. Instead of avoiding them, learn to walk in the dark and embrace them as opportunities for growth.
Cultivate stillness: In the midst of life’s challenges, find moments of stillness to connect with your inner self and access your inner wisdom.
Embrace vulnerability: True strength lies in embracing vulnerability and allowing yourself to be seen and supported.
Episode Highlights:
02:41 The essence of Grant’s book Learning to Walk in the Dark
09:40 The role of artwork in Grant’s healing
18:09 Grant’s experience as one of the few Black women to turn around a failing primary school
25:37 The biggest challenges facing school leaders today
29:58 Grant’s vision for school leaders
35:50 Racial literacy coaching and what grounded, confident, anti-racist leadership looks like
40:41 The importance of inner work
About the Guest:
Viv Grant is an Executive Coach, author, and public speaker known for her deep insights into leadership, vulnerability, and resilience. She is the Director of Integrity Coaching, London’s leading provider of coaching services for Headteachers and Senior School Leaders.
Integrity Coaching: https://www.integritycoaching.co.uk/
Connect with Megan:
Instagram: @HigherLove_withMegan
Website: www.higher-love.com
Podcast Music:
Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0
Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2PgU6Mu
Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/-K_YSjqKgvQ.
This episode was written and recorded by Megan Cooper and produced by Lucy Lucraft (lucylucraft.co.uk)
If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5* rating and review!
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Reclaiming Your Life from Toxic Productivity with Tamu Thomas
I couldn’t have timed this conversation better.
As our inboxes flood with messages about intention setting, words of the year, and productivity, I sat down with Tamu Thomas, a transformative coach, keynote speaker, and author. Tamu is on a mission to dismantle the societal and systemic barriers that lead to burnout, especially for high-achieving women.
Key Takeaways:
- Toxic Productivity: Learn the signs and impacts of toxic productivity.
- Systemic Barriers: Understand the systemic and societal barriers that lead to burnout.
- Self-Love and Work: Discover how to embrace your full self and create a healthier relationship with your work.
Episode Highlights:
01:15 - What is Toxic Productivity?
01:36 - Tamu’s Journey: From feeling like she wasn’t enough to becoming a transformative coach.
14:23 - Building Spaciousness: How to create more space in your schedule.
25:51 - The Gaslighting of Women: How women are often gaslit into believing they aren’t doing enough.
40:32 - Toxic Productivity in the Wellness Space:
About Tamu Thomas:
Tamu Thomas is a leading advocate for high-achieving women's well-being. As an author, transformational coach, and keynote speaker, she's dedicated to dismantling the systemic barriers that lead to burnout.
- Website: https://www.livethreesixty.com/
- Book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/739638/women-who-work-too-much-by-tamu-thomas/
- Substack: https://www.livethreesixty.com/
- International Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/author/B0CN3PVHZQ
Connect with Me:
Instagram: @HigherLove_withMegan
Website: https://www.higher-love.com
Podcast Music:
Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0
Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2PgU6Mu
Music promoted by Audio Library
This episode was written and recorded by me and produced by Lucy Lucraft (lucylucraft.co.uk). If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating and review!
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Burn the Narrative: Reclaiming Your Power from Trauma with Tony Crowe
In this episode, I delve into the complexities of trauma, addiction, and healing with Tony Crowe, a facilitator for the transformative program, Trauma Talks, developed by previous guest Fritzi Horsman of the Compassion Prison Project. Tony shares his personal journey of overcoming addiction and finding his path to becoming a facilitator, highlighting the profound impact of addressing the root causes of trauma rather than just the symptoms. He discusses the unique structure of Trauma Talks, its success in both prison and community settings, and the ripple effect of healing that extends beyond the individual. This episode challenges conventional views on addiction, emphasizing the importance of compassion, self-awareness, and community support in the journey towards recovery and societal change.
Timestamped Highlights:
00:04:06:09 - 00:05:50:00 The development of Trauma Talks
00:08:57:10 - 00:13:20:21 Tony’s struggles with addiction
00:16:19:14 - 00:18:46:12 The impact of societal "othering"
00:22:39:22 - 00:23:20:02 The revolutionary approach of viewing addiction through a trauma-informed lens.
00:28:15:01 - 00:33:24:19 The Trauma Talks framework
00:38:15:20 - 00:40:12:20 Trauma Talks personal transformations
Resources & Links:
Compassion Prison Project: https://compassionprisonproject.org/
Gabor Maté's work: https://drgabormate.com/
Previous episode with Fritzi: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/does-trauma-define-our-prison-system-with-fritzi-horstman/id1598796616?i=1000673796732
Connect with Tony on TikTok: @TheUnorthodoxRecoveryCoach
Connect with Tony on Instagram: @Pro2022
New Fritzi Horsman film on veterans in prison:
Connect with Megan:
Instagram: @HigherLove_withMegan
Website: www.higher-love.com
Podcast Music:
Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultanCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2PgU6MuMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/-K_YSjqKgvQ
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BEST BITS 2024: Change-making, Visioning and The Road Forward
In this special edition of the podcast, I reflect on my 2024 both personally and professionally, and dive into some of my favourite bits of the podcast.
Have a restful holiday and I’ll be back with more conversations in 2025.
Episode Highlights:
01:42 Reflecting on a Year of Personal and Professional Growth
03:09 Challenging Mainstream Narratives in Wellness
04:08 Decolonization and Collective Healing
05:25 Insights from Conversations with Guests
08:56 Connecting with Change Makers and Visionaries
15:10 Honoring Indigenous Wisdom and Practices
19:23 Looking Ahead to 2025
Mentioned in the episode:
Join The Portal Collective
Rest is Resistance by Tricia Hearsey
Composting group with Keri Jarvis
Podcast Production - Lucy Lucraft
Siobhan Strode
Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higherlove_withmegan/ and find out more about me this way: https://www.higher-love.com/. I'd love to hear what you think.
Podcast Music:
Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultanCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2PgU6MuMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/-K_YSjqKgvQ
Top 5% Spotify Most Shared Podcasts, the Higher Love with Megan Podcast seeks out wisdom for how to live better, support our bodies, liberate our minds, open our hearts and nourish our souls so that we may live with more love, vitality and freedom. Join me, your host, Megan Cooper, holistic coach and trauma-informed EFT practitioner as I deep dive with friends, special guests and experts.
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