#83 - GOVIND DAS - On the nature of kirtan and experiencing being united with others.
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Govind Das (@govind.das.108) is a California-based kirtan singer, yoga teacher and as his spiritual name suggests, "servant of the divine". He is the co-director/owner of Bhakti Yoga Shala in Santa Monica CA. Govind Das's commitment to Bhakti yoga and the ideals of love, service, and devotion is the essence which is reflected and transmitted through his music and teachings. His intention is to share yoga in the spirit of celebrating life and developing a personal and intimate connection with Source. Along with all things yoga, he is a surfer and loves to play basketball. Govind Das leads evenings of kirtan, bhakti yoga workshops, presents at festivals and leads transformative retreats throughout the world.  He and his wife Jacqueline live in the hills of Pacific Palisades, CA overlooking the Great Pacific Ocean with their son Malakai and daughter Ruby Jaya. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN Whether kirtan is a musical performance or collective prayer How to support people in a Kirtan practice especially if it’s their first timeWhy it’s important to let go of your fear of how you sound Why we need to take on challenges in order to grow Whether you need to pronounce mantra properly or to having a good intention behind it enough About the difference between mantra and kirtan Govind’s life journey with spirituality and yoga Discussing how we get our unitive moments or feelings in life Whether there is a debate on Kirtan and cultural misappropriation Govid’s gentle sharing of yoga with his kids and spiritual influences What’s the most beneficial mantra  PERKS FOR YOU 10% off Liforme yoga mats with code HUSLER10  10% off Colorful Standard clothing with code ADAMHUSLERCS10 10% off Vivobarefoot with code ADAMHUSLERVB 25% off our online platform full of yoga, sound and meditation, with code HONEST25 (25% off single 12 month membership or reoccurring monthly membership until cancellation)  Hosted by @adamhusler and @iamhollyhusler
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