Ep 183 Adam Keen – The Drawbacks of Pushing Too Hard in Yoga
Keen on Yoga Podcast28 Heinä 2024

Ep 183 Adam Keen – The Drawbacks of Pushing Too Hard in Yoga

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Adam explores the concept of pushing in yoga and why we feel the need to push ourselves in our practice. He discusses the influence of modern capitalism and societal pressure to compete and achieve, as well as the cultural belief that suffering and pushing ourselves will lead to purification and progress. Adam emphasizes the importance of letting go of the guilt associated with pushing and highlights the limitations and drawbacks of pushing too hard.

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Key Points

· Pushing in yoga is influenced by modern capitalism and societal pressure to compete and achieve.

· The belief that suffering and pushing ourselves will lead to purification and progress is deeply ingrained in Western culture.

· Letting go of the guilt associated with pushing is important for a more balanced and sustainable practice.

· Embracing a more subtle and technique-focused approach can lead to deeper experiences and a sense of satisfaction in the practice.

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