In the second part of this powerful conversation, Jivana and Hannah explore practical steps for making yoga inclusive and accessible. Key topics include:

• How to teach accessible yoga and why these principles are crucial in every yoga class.
• How to create a trauma-sensitive space where all students feel empowered to make their own choices.
• Controversial thought: Is simplifying yoga an oversimplification, or is it the ultimate form of wisdom?
• Jivana’s surprising stance on using props, modifying postures, and the value of ‘meeting students where they are’—a view that challenges traditional teaching norms.

Whether you're a seasoned instructor or new to teaching, this episode offers essential insights on bringing the heart of yoga into every class, regardless of students' abilities or backgrounds.

Learn more about Jivana

Jivana Heyman, C-IAYT, E-RYT500, is the founder and director of Accessible Yoga, an organization dedicated to increasing access to the yoga teachings and supporting yoga teachers.

He’s the author of Accessible Yoga: Poses and Practices for Every Body; Yoga Revolution: Building a Practice of Courage & Compassion; and The Teacher's Guide to Accessible Yoga: Best Practices for Sharing Yoga with Every Body.

His books, classes, and trainings support yoga teachers and yoga therapists in finding ways to bring creativity and collaboration into their teaching while still respecting the ancient yoga tradition. Learn more at ⁠jivanaheyman.com⁠

Learn more with Alba Yoga Academy

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about our Yoga Teacher Training here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch our extensive library of YouTube videos.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Hannah on Instagram.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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In this episode, Jivana Heyman shares his transformative journey with yoga and why he became a passionate advocate for accessibility within the practice. Discover:

• How the AIDS epidemic and personal loss ignited Jivana’s path to making yoga inclusive for all.
• Why Jivana believes the traditional, rigid approach to yoga alienates people and misses the essence of the practice.
• Controversial question: Is mainstream yoga more about appearance than genuine connection?
• The challenges he faced in teacher training, and why he thinks accessible yoga is actually the most advanced form of practice.

This conversation dives into yoga’s role in supporting people facing life’s toughest battles, like illness and grief, and challenges what many think of as "real" yoga. Tune in for a thought-provoking look at what true inclusivity in yoga really means.

Learn more about Jivana

Jivana Heyman, C-IAYT, E-RYT500, is the founder and director of Accessible Yoga, an organization dedicated to increasing access to the yoga teachings and supporting yoga teachers.

He’s the author of Accessible Yoga: Poses and Practices for Every Body; Yoga Revolution: Building a Practice of Courage & Compassion; and The Teacher's Guide to Accessible Yoga: Best Practices for Sharing Yoga with Every Body.

His books, classes, and trainings support yoga teachers and yoga therapists in finding ways to bring creativity and collaboration into their teaching while still respecting the ancient yoga tradition. Learn more at jivanaheyman.com

Learn more with Alba Yoga Academy

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about our Yoga Teacher Training here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch our extensive library of YouTube videos.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Hannah on Instagram.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Celest on Instagram ⁠⁠

Navigating Changes and Building Bridges in Relationships

In the second part of this episode, Celest and Kate Moyle, sexual and relationship psychotherapist, certified psychosexologist, shares practical advice for listeners and tips for improving their sex lives and relationships including:

• Why it’s normal for sexual desire to change over time and how to adapt.
• How to maintain intimacy when physical circumstances or life changes create challenges.
• The value of seeing intimacy as a continuous, evolving journey rather than a linear checklist.
• Practical strategies to improve communication and connection in your relationship.

Learn more about Kate

Kate Moyle is the Author of ⁠The Science of Sex⁠Host of The Sexual Wellness Sessions ⁠Podcast⁠and UK Sex Expert for ⁠Lelo⁠

You can follow Kate on ⁠Instagram⁠ or ⁠visit her website. ⁠

Learn more with Alba Yoga Academy

⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about our Yoga Teacher Training here.⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch our extensive library of YouTube videos.⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Hannah on Instagram.⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Celest on Instagram ⁠