Ep 220 Adam Keen – Exploring the Bhagavad Gita: A Modern Perspective

Ep 220 Adam Keen – Exploring the Bhagavad Gita: A Modern Perspective

www.keenonyoga.com | @adam_keen_ashtanga

"It's a text for modern life."

Adam explores the Bhagavad Gita, emphasizing its relevance to modern life and the importance of understanding karma yoga, dharma, and the complexities of action and desire. He discusses the historical context of the text, the metaphor of the civil war, and the interplay between desire, emotion, and perception. Adam also highlights the significance of personal experience and autonomy in spiritual practice, advocating for a practical approach to the teachings of the Gita.

https://linktr.ee/Keenonyoga

LISTEN ON PODCAST

Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keen-on-yoga-podcast/id1509303411

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iM9lcw52JskHUZ2eFvVxN

WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE

https://www.youtube.com/@keenonyoga

SUPPORT KEEN ON YOGA

Subscribe, like and share our videos

Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/infoRf

Patrons €10 per month: https://www.keenonyoga.com/patrons/

FOLLOW ADAM

Website: www.keenonyoga.com

Instagram: @keen_on_yoga | @adam_keen_ashtanga

Key Points

· The Bhagavad Gita is a practical text for modern life.

· Karma yoga emphasizes action in the world rather than withdrawal.

· Understanding the context of the Bhagavad Gita enriches its teachings.

· The civil war metaphor illustrates the complexity of human desires.

· Desire and emotion cloud our perception of reality.

· Karma and dharma are interconnected in our actions and responsibilities.

· Acting according to one's nature leads to fulfilment of dharma.

· Desire creates a cycle of action and consequence.

· The mind-body connection is crucial in spiritual practice.

· Personal experience is the ultimate guide in understanding spiritual truths.

Jaksot(200)

Ep 239 Caroline Williams – Unlocking the Mind-Body Connection

Ep 239 Caroline Williams – Unlocking the Mind-Body Connection

Carolyn Williams, a science journalist and author speaks about the intricate connections between the mind and body, particularly focusing on interoception, the gut-brain axis, and the role of movement...

24 Elo 20251h 7min

Ep 238 Adam Keen – Exploring Krishnamacharya's Legacy

Ep 238 Adam Keen – Exploring Krishnamacharya's Legacy

Adam explores the legacy of Krishnamacharya, the father of modern yoga, and the impact of his teachings on contemporary practices. He discusses the influence of Krishnamacharya's students, Pattabhi Jo...

17 Elo 202536min

Ep 237 Dr Louise Newson - Navigating Menopause

Ep 237 Dr Louise Newson - Navigating Menopause

Dr Louise Newson, a GP and menopause specialist, discusses the complexities of menopause and perimenopause, including symptoms, hormonal impacts on mental and physical health, and the importance of in...

10 Elo 202541min

Ep 236 Adam Keen – The Yoga Teacher's Dilemma: Performer or Educator?

Ep 236 Adam Keen – The Yoga Teacher's Dilemma: Performer or Educator?

Adam shares his personal journey of recovery following a hip replacement surgery, reflecting on the challenges and insights gained during the process. He delves into the role of yoga teachers, discuss...

3 Elo 202525min

Ep 235 Stuart Sarbacker – Tracing the Path of Yoga

Ep 235 Stuart Sarbacker – Tracing the Path of Yoga

Adam interviews Stuart Ray Sarbacker, a scholar and practitioner of yoga, discussing his journey into Ashtanga yoga, the definitions and roots of yoga, and the evolution of yoga traditions from Brahmi...

27 Heinä 20251h 3min

Ep 234 Dr Stuart McGill – Unlocking the Secrets of Back Pain

Ep 234 Dr Stuart McGill – Unlocking the Secrets of Back Pain

Adam and Stuart M. McGill delve into the complexities of back pain, emphasizing the importance of individual assessment and understanding the unique stories behind each person's pain. They discuss the...

20 Heinä 20251h 4min

Ep 233 Adam Keen – Lessons from a Lifelong Practice

Ep 233 Adam Keen – Lessons from a Lifelong Practice

Adam Keen on his 25 years of yoga practice, sharing insights and lessons learned along the way. He discusses the importance of self-acceptance, the role of genetics in practice, and the significance o...

13 Heinä 202525min

Ep 232 Sunila S. Kale and Christian Lee Novetzke: The Yoga of Power

Ep 232 Sunila S. Kale and Christian Lee Novetzke: The Yoga of Power

This conversation explores the themes of yoga as a form of power and its intersection with politics, particularly in the context of India. Sunila S. Kale and Christian Lee Novetzke discuss their book,...

6 Heinä 20251h 7min

Suosittua kategoriassa Uskonto ja hengellisyys

yopuolen-tarinoita-2
kulttien-johdossa
lahko
voi-hyvin-meditaatiot-2
rss-valo-minussa-2
rss-lakeuden-valo
rss-kirkon-ihmeellisimmat-tarinat
rss-miehen-mieli-podcast
rss-vapaudu-voimaasi
rss-yopuolen-tarinoita
harhaoppia
rss-viisaiden-naisten-neuvosto
astropodia
mystista-voimaa
rss-mielen-laboratorio
rss-emil-anton
rss-laukkaava-lammas
rss-verkosto
rss-apa-erika-uskoa-etsimassa
rss-raamattu-podcast