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The Heart of YogaAuthor: Mark Whitwell
Mark Whitwell and friends present heartfelt conversations from the heart of yoga. Indeed a soft message for a hard time. Please listen to Mark Whitwell. God is in this moment. God is as close as your own breath. So be here now! Mark will show you an easy way. Ram Dass on Marks book The Promise In the spirit of yoga citta-vtti-nirodha, we offer this podcast as a tool to direct attention towards relationship, intimacy with our experience, and the sublime beauty of our human situation. Ever since he met his yoga teachers TKV Desikachar and his father Tirumalai Krishnamacharya in Madras / Chennai in 1973, Mark has been sharing the tools of intimacy with body and breath through asana, pranayama and meditation, the practical method of response to grace in our life. The influence of J and UG Krishnamurti has clarified Yoga for all time as a practice of participation in the given reality, not a struggle towards a future result. "If you can breathe, you can do Yoga!" Join us for an experience of union / Yoga (not just more knowledge about it), resolution of spiritual confusions, insight from decades of teaching experience, stories from the diverse sangha of practitioners, practical relationship discussion, and the application of Yoga to every aspect of our everyday life. To find out more about teachings, retreats, online yoga classes, and our in-depth online yoga courses for both beginner and advanced practitioners, please visit www.heartofyoga.org. Language: en Genres: Relationships, Religion & Spirituality, Society & Culture, Spirituality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Yogic Arts Series: Yantra & the Tantric Arts with Melissa Forbes
Episode 70
Friday, 13 September, 2024
In this episode of "The Heart of Yoga " Rosalind kicks off the Yogic Arts Series with a deep and enlightening conversation with artist and Yogini Melissa Forbes. They explore the intersection of art and spirituality through the study of Yantra, numerology, and Jyotish (Vedic astrology). Melissa shares her personal journey into sacred geometry and how these ancient traditions have shaped her practice, teaching, and artwork. Through this conversation, listeners are invited into the rich, intricate world of sacred Yogic arts and the deeper meaning behind these practices. They discuss… The profound relationship between Yantra, numerology, and the energies of the planets, exploring how specific shapes, colors, and numbers influence one's life and spiritual journey. Melissa’s background in sacred geometry and her teachings on how constructing Yantras can help align an individual's energy with cosmic forces. The influence of Melissa’s teacher, Harish Johari, and the tradition of integrating chanting, numerology, and sacred geometry into the spiritual practice. Insights into the powerful energy of certain colors and planets, such as working with green and emerald to harness the healing energy of Mercury. The importance of natural movement and geometry in understanding the true essence of Yoga beyond its physical form. Favorite Phrases: "The study of the macrocosm via the microcosm. Tantra offers a holistic approach to the universe through the lens of the individual." "The energy of the Yantras is all about alignment—through sound, color, and shape, we can tap into the deeper forces of the cosmos." "Working with a spiral in sacred geometry mirrors nature’s own patterns; it’s a theme that’s as universal as the DNA in our bodies or the form of a fern unfurling." Resources Mentioned: Books by Harish Johari: Numerology, Tantra, Ayurveda: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Harish-Johari/410046710 https://melissaforbes.art/retreats You are invited to join Melissa on her Sacred Geometry luxury retreat in India, January 2025. Melissa leads an annual retreat at Shreyas, member of Relais & Chateaux, focusing on Sacred Geometry. An excellent opportunity to explore the inner dimensions and rekindle our creative energies, and direct it towards spiritual unfoldment. Yoga, Ayurveda and Art in a refined beautiful environment. Connect with Melissa on IG @melissaforbes8 Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction to the episode and guest, Melissa Forbes [00:01:00] Melissa shares her initial journey into Yoga and sacred geometry [00:03:00] Discussion on numerology and the relationship mandala [00:06:00] Exploring the deeper meaning of Yantra and the connection with planets [00:20:00] Transition into Jyotish and how numerology ties into personal energies [00:36:00] Retreat discussions and how participants interact with the Yogic arts [00:50:00] Personal anecdotes about U.G. and Melissa's experiences in sacred spaces [00:59:00] Conclusion and final reflections on art, spirituality, and cosmic energy
