Many of us in Western culture “practice yoga,” but do we understand the full meaning of yoga and its various branches? Turns out most of us don’t! Susanna Barkataki, yoga teacher and advocate for the decolonization of yoga, joins Motivational Mondays to share the true meaning of yoga and how we can liberate it and ourselves through our practice.  Barkataki chats with us about yoga’s roots and provides advice for finding your pathway to a mindful, yogic lifestyle, even if you’ve struggled with yoga in the past.  You’ll learn about the Western appropriation of yoga, what yoga truly is, and how you can decolonize your practice. LEARN MORE: >>Learn how the Ignite Institute promotes equity and yogic values. (https://www.ignitebewell.com) >>Read Barkataki’s blog and check out her speaking and writing work. (https://www.susannabarkataki.com) >>Begin your yoga practice with Barkataki’s courses on YogaGirl (you'll first need to sign up at YogaGirl). (https://www.yogagirl.com/susanna-barkataki),(https://www.yogagirl.com) >>Keep up with Barkataki on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/susannabarkataki) NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: >>Listen to the bonus episode to learn about Barkataki’s hope for the future of yoga. (https://thens.ls/3GB3tzD) Mentioned in this episode: Get 20% Off at the NSLS Shop Use code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.org NSLS Shop